Thu.Apr 03, 2025

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Navigating Tariff Turbulence: A Practical Guide for Supply Chain Leaders

SCMDOJO

Global trade is complex, and supply chains are intertwined and interconnected. This has boosted growth but also created vulnerabilities, with tariff volatility being a major concern. Recent changes by the US government have made things even more challenging. Supply chain leaders must adapt and use smart strategies to remain competitive. This article explains how to understand US tariffs and lessen their impact on supply chains.

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What are the positive and negative aspects of DPW?

Procurement Insights

MODEL #1 DPW (Digital Procurement World) is widely recognized as one of the most influential platforms in the digital procurement space. It hosts global events, supports startup innovation, and provides thought leadership to procurement professionals seeking digital transformation. Like any ecosystem, it has both positive and critical aspects , depending on your perspective whether you’re a startup, enterprise buyer, vendor, or procurement leader.

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GenAI and the Skills Gap in Procurement

Jaggaer

In the Hackett Groups Enterprise Key Issues Study , 89% of executives across business functions said their organizations are advancing GenAI initiatives, up from 16% in the prior year. A July 2024 Gartner survey also found that 72% of procurement leaders are focusing on incorporating generative AI, anticipating a shift towards strategic decision-making and innovation.

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Is your procurement software provider SOC 2 compliant? They should be - here’s why

Fraxion

Finance teams manage a continuous flow of sensitive information: from purchase orders and approval workflows to invoices and financial data. With growing pressure to move faster and stay connected across systems, data security cant be overlooked. Thats where SOC 2 compliance comes in. SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a framework that sets the standard for how SaaS providers handle sensitive data.

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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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New Chief Strategy Officer for JAGGAER

Jaggaer

Leader in procurement technology expands its team appointing Pascal dArc as new Chief Strategy Officer RESEARCH TRIANGLE, NC, April 3rd, 2025 JAGGAER, a global leader in Source-to-Pay and Supplier Collaboration, today announces the appointment of Pascal dArc to Chief Strategy Officer. Pascal is an innovator and pioneer in the procurement industry. He is based in the UK and will join the Executive Leadership Team at a key inflection point in the procurement and supply chain space.

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How to Prioritize Supply Chain Sustainability in 2025

Supply Chain Brain

As operating landscapes become increasingly turbulent, companies in every region are reviewing their supply chain strategies for navigating uncertainty and sudden change.

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The White House's 'Reciprocal' Tariff Math Doesn't Add Up

Supply Chain Brain

Further analysis revealed that the rates weren't related to foreign tariffs at all, and instead targeted the United States' most prominent trade deficits.

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The True Cost of Procurement and Sourcing Decisions

Procurement Freelancers

Synopsis: Explores the hidden costs of procurement and sourcing beyond just purchase price. Highlights five… The post The True Cost of Procurement and Sourcing Decisions first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Tariff Loophole That Fueled Rise of Temu, Shein Will Close May 2

Supply Chain Brain

The near century-old de minimis loophole helped startup marketplaces like Temu and Shein expand rapidly in the U.S.

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WBS Rocks Panel discussion from earlier today

Procurement Insights

Panel: Julie Geller Sam Gupta Robert Kramer Michael Fauscette (and yours truly). Topics: – RESULTICKS Unveils Genie: AI-Powered Agent For Marketers Cuts Workload by 40%, Drives Real-Time Audience Engagement – Simpplr Expands Extensibility with Custom Apps for Seamless Enterprise Integrations – iFabric Corp. taps @BlueCherry ERP to power smarter supply chain and operational growth – Talkdesk After Hours serves up customer and agent happiness by extending sales and service

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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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The Harsh Truths About Product-Based Businesses in 2025

Supply Chain Brain

Its time to confront the harsh truths, and pivot toward strategies like reshoring and nearshoring that promise to mitigate risks and restore competitive advantage.

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People, Process, Technology and Data

Spend Matters

In our last article, we discussed the importance of cleaning your data before you start your digital transformation journey. While that sounds great in theory, it is much harder in practice due to two simple reasons: people and process. As the famous adage goes, people, processes and technology go hand-in-hand. It is impossible to consider one without the others.

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Podcast | An NBA Legend Shoots for ‘Coffee With a Cause’

Supply Chain Brain

Dikembe Mutombo was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and came to the U.S. despite an initial ambition to attend medical school to play basketball in the NBA.

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What’s the Difference Between ProcurementExpress.com and Bill.com? (And Why You Might Need Both)

Procurement Express

If you’ve ever wondered whether ProcurementExpress.com and Bill.com are competing platforms – or whether you need one instead of the other – youre not alone. At first glance, both platforms seem to offer similar functionality related to invoice approvals. But thats only scratching the surface. The reality? ProcurementExpress.com and Bill.com serve very different stages of the financial workflow.

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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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Watch: Paccurate Presents Analytics Tool PacHealth

Supply Chain Brain

Cartonization technology provider Paccurate announces a new packing analytics tool, PacHealth.

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ThroughPut.ai, FlockScore, ProcurEngine: Three ProcureTech Providers To Watch in 2025

Procurement Insights

In 2009, Procurement Insights did a series of interviews and a panel with the leaders for providers I called the New Titans of the SaaS World series. Joining me on June 25th 2009, to discuss their take on this changing of the guard were Anurag Dixit, Vice President, Marketing ( Zycus ); Steve Wargalla, Vice President, Foundation & Managing Director ( QStrat ); Rob Bernshteyn, Chief Executive Officer ( Coupa ), Leonora Valvo, Chief Executive Officer ( aventri ) and Rich Becks, Senior Vice Pre

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Carmakers Idle Plants, Rethink Prices as Trump’s Tariffs Hit

Supply Chain Brain

The levies, part of a broader trade war, are expected to upend supply chains and add thousands of dollars in costs to most vehicle models.

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Tariffs and Trade Wars: The Procurement Battle Plan and How to Negotiate your Way Out of the New World Order

Positive Purchasing

Following the incredible international success of the Trump, Tariffs and Trade episode of The Procurement Show podcast , renowned trainer and award-winning author on negotiation, Jonathan OBrien , provides a simple guide on what procurement needs to do to negotiate through the new world order and international trade wars, brought on by new reciprocal tariffs on goods into the US.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

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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Russia Notably Absent from Trump’s Tariff List

Supply Chain Brain

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the supply chain management industry.

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Cleveland-Cliffs trims workforce as tariffs hit demand

Supply Chain Dive

The company is one of several North American steel manufacturers struggling to deal with the impacts of the Trump administration’s trade policy.

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Supply Chains Brace for Fallout From Trump Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

Economists have warned that Trump's tariffs will lead to higher prices on a range of products, including cars, auto parts, electronics, furniture, coffee and chocolate.