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Amazon equips sellers with more choice on trucking providers

Supply Chain Dive

Choosing a preferred carrier for LTL and truckload volume is now an option through Send to Amazon.

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Improving B2B Relationships Through Better Supply Chain Practices

All Things Supply Chain

As a supply chain manager, you understand the importance of reliability.

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ShipBob boosts de minimis fulfillment capabilities

Supply Chain Dive

The company is among the rush of e-commerce providers servicing Section 321-compliant orders.

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IntelAgree: Vendor Analysis — Contract lifecycle management solution overview, roadmap, user considerations, analyst summary

Spend Matters

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of IntelAgree and its contract lifecycle management (CLM) solution. The provider offers end-to-end CLM capabilities and increasingly arises in conversations with practitioners at mid-market firms or large enterprises that are considering a CLM solution. IntelAgree focuses on using AI (including generative AI) to address contract management pain points.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Newell accelerates production shift out of China

Supply Chain Dive

The manufacturer is limiting its exposure in the country to avoid potential Section 301 tariff increases.

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Enhancing IoT Connectivity and Security in the Supply Chain and Logistics Industry

Supply Chain Brain

Embracing end-to-end, full stack IoT technology is pivotal for the future of supply chain and logistics management.

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Bringing AI to the Frontline: Practical Steps for Workforce Adoption

Supply Chain Brain

How can supply chain leaders implement artificial intelligence effectively, ensuring that their investments yield returns while empowering frontline workers?

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Powell says ‘time has come’ for rate cut, cites weakening labor market

Supply Chain Dive

The Fed chair did not indicate the size of a coming interest rate reduction, keeping alive a debate on how far policymakers will cut borrowing costs.

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Ikea Trials Online Store for Secondhand Furniture

Supply Chain Brain

The new store is currently up and running in Oslo and Madrid, with the company planning to decide on next steps after December.

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Preparing the modern warehouse for modern weather

Supply Chain Dive

Whatever Mother Nature sends our way, we're prepared.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Watch: Strengthening Disaster Preparation and Supply Chain Recovery

Supply Chain Brain

Kathy Fulton, executive director of the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN), offers guidance on how companies and logistics operations can best prepare for natural disasters.

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Fastenal shares contingency plans for hurricane season

Supply Chain Dive

The industrial and supply solutions company has hurricane specific supplies stocked in four major distribution centers.

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Indian Port Unions, Officials to Meet in Attempt to Avert Strike

Supply Chain Brain

India’s 12 largest ports handled 818 million tons of cargo in the year through March, a 4.4% increase over the prior year.

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Top Reasons to Choose GEP Solutions for Procurement Needs

Procurement Freelancers

The success of an organisation depends on its ability to implement effective procurement procedures in… The post Top Reasons to Choose GEP Solutions for Procurement Needs first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Canada Announces 100% Tariffs on Imported Chinese EVs

Supply Chain Brain

Canada, the U.S. and the EU have all accused China of providing unfair subsidies to automakers and green energy manufacturers.

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From Chaos to Control: Building Your Case for Contract Management Tools

ContractSafe

Ready to upgrade your Contract Management Software , but struggling to get budget buy-in? Getting approval for contract management tools is about to get a whole lot easier.

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Shein Admits to Two Cases of Child Labor in Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Shein's report also found that 0.5% of suppliers it audited weren't paying workers the local minimum wage, or were delaying wage payments.

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What does SOVRA mean when they talk about “A New Brand Transforming Public Procurement?”

Procurement Insights

I love public sector procurement. It would be reasonable to suggest that it is a market I have engaged extensively – especially in the first decade of the Procurement Insights blog. For example, I chaired the Summit Roundtable on the Canadian government’s post-Way Forward autopsy. After giving several interviews with the local media asking for my assessment, I wrote the final post on the topic in June 2011.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Magnus Mondays — The Supplier Management Tech Series — Part 1: Platform Capabilities

CPO Rising

Supplier management is a complex and critical activity for procurement organizations. A key problem is that many procurement professionals lack the tools needed to efficiently manage supplier relationships, information, performance,… The post Magnus Mondays — The Supplier Management Tech Series — Part 1: Platform Capabilities appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Yesterday’s “Far Side” post has resulted in many “reader comments” on LinkedIn

Procurement Insights

As I often do, I shared yesterday’s Far Side post on LinkedIn. What caught my attention was that for a lazy Sunday afternoon, many in my community were eager to share their perspective – which is great. As I always say, an engaged community is an informed and knowledgeable community that adds value to all involved. The following is an example of one of the many exchanges on the post—you should join in on the discussion.

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Best Procurement Software for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs)

TYA Suite

For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), optimizing procurement processes is essential for maintaining a competitive edge and ensuring operational efficiency. Often overlooked in strategic planning, procurement management can significantly impact a company's bottom line. With the right SMBs can streamline their purchasing activities, reduce costs, and enhance overall productivity.

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Why Use a PO System? Features and Benefits Explained

Fraxion

Manual errors. Delayed approvals. Compliance issues. Without a formal process or system in place, purchase orders (PO) can be the cause of headaches and expensive errors.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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The Ultimate Guide to Invoice Management Solutions

TYA Suite

Invoicing is a critical aspect of any business, impacting cash flow, financial planning, and overall business efficiency. As companies grow, managing invoices manually becomes cumbersome, leading to errors, delays, and inefficiencies. This is where come into play. These systems automate the invoicing process, ensuring accuracy, speed, and better control over financial operations.