Mon.Aug 12, 2024

article thumbnail

CPO Crunch: The gold standard of supply chain sustainability

Procurement Leaders

In this Olympic year, it was fitting that we handed out some gold medals at Ovation – Procurement Leaders’ CPO summit that took place last month in the Netherlands. Sadly we didn’t have any real gold medals, but the construct of competition did provide the motivation for CPOs to recognise their peers who they believed were doing something extraordinary to drive progress in sustainability.

article thumbnail

USPS sees steep drop in expedited shipping demand

Supply Chain Dive

The agency's Priority Mail Services volume dropped by 40.7% for the quarter that ended June 30 as shippers moved to more cost-effective options.

Demand 145
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Supply Chain Digitalization is Fundamental to Retail Sustainability

All Things Supply Chain

A new study found that 90% of organizations are planning to enhance their ESG investments over the next three years, with a significant focus on improving data management systems using artificial…

article thumbnail

WK Kellogg plans $500M supply chain overhaul

Supply Chain Dive

The company is consolidating and updating its network, aiming at long-term margin gains.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Attempting Digital Transformation? Try Embracing Team Resistance

Supply Chain Brain

A survey from Gartner found that effectively responding to team resistance and incorporating feedback increased the odds of transformation success by 62%.

122
122
article thumbnail

Amazon unveils 2024 peak season fulfillment fees

Supply Chain Dive

The added costs, starting in October, will come as the e-commerce giant gears up for a shorter holiday shipping season.

135
135

More Trending

article thumbnail

Aldi adding Instacart’s omnichannel tech to all US stores

Supply Chain Dive

The discounter is also rolling out the grocery technology company’s Caper Carts in Europe for the first time.

132
132
article thumbnail

Graphite Connect: Vendor Analysis (Part 1) — Supplier management solution overview, company background, platform and services overview, modules and application overview, roadmap and vision

Spend Matters

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of Graphite Connect and its solution for supplier management. Part 2 of this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis will focus on the strengths and opportunities of Graphite Connect’s supplier management solution, present customer comments and list the elements to consider when looking at Graphite Connect as a potential solution provider.

Suppliers 113
article thumbnail

GlobalFoundries works to normalize inventory after slow start to the year

Supply Chain Dive

The chipmaker hopes AI-enabled devices will drive demand in the latter half of the year as it angles to reduce stock levels and raise production capacity.

Inventory 132
article thumbnail

The Unique Manufacturing Process Behind the Medals at the Paris Olympics

Supply Chain Brain

Each medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics included a small hexagonal piece of iron from the Eiffel Tower.

111
111
article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

Wendy’s co-op aims to integrate supply chain network

Supply Chain Dive

The fast food chain’s purchasing cooperative will use Palantir’s artificial intelligence platform to connect suppliers, distributors and restaurants.

article thumbnail

Labor Board Ruling Sets Stage for Canada Rail Strike by August 22

Supply Chain Brain

Canada's Industrial Labor Board ruled on August 9 that there are no critical shipments that would be required to continue in the event of a strike.

105
105
article thumbnail

3 ways to facilitate supplier collaboration across supply chains

Supply Chain Dive

Learn three key strategies to enhance supplier collaboration and build resilient supply chains.

article thumbnail

Amazon Woos Chinese Sellers in Bid to Compete With Temu, Shein

Supply Chain Brain

The e-commerce giant has been reevaluating China as a source of goods for selling outside the country and is cultivating sellers there.

Bidding 105
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Sustainable shipping choices for protecting blue whales and blue skies

Supply Chain Dive

Help reduce maritime shipping’s impact on endangered whales, air pollution and ocean noise.

article thumbnail

What you can't avoid, you have to manage well: How TENNECO increases the efficiency of Global Premium Freight

Supply Chain Brain

Join this webinar to learn from Katja Muenster, Integrated Supply Chain Process Manager, how TENNECO's strategic approach and technological advancements are driving efficiencies in global special transports, even in the face of ongoing industry challenges.

article thumbnail

Streamline peak season staffing with Express Employment Professionals’ expert solutions

Supply Chain Dive

The logistics industry expected to grow nearly 30% by 2031, making workforce management crucial.

Logistics 104
article thumbnail

Thailand Races to Stop Toxic Waste Cargo on MSC, Maersk Ships

Supply Chain Brain

Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries have seen an influx of trash from developed countries, from dirty plastic to industrial and electronic waste.

98
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

4 Ways Upskilling Programs Can Help Reduce Employee Burnout

Skill Dynamics

Burnout is an issue that often remains silent until it’s too late. Heavy workloads, a skewed work-life balance, and a lack of overall job satisfaction can all contribute to feelings of unhappiness and exhaustion at work. One of the most powerful ways to combat burnout in your employees is to actively invest in their development. Upskilling programs give employees back a sense of direction and accountability in their work while showing them that the company truly cares about them.

article thumbnail

Scientists Warn Proposed Pantanal Shipping Channel Could Lead to 'End of Entire Biome'

Supply Chain Brain

The proposed project would dredge and restructure waterways at hundreds of sites along 435 miles of the Paraguay and Parana rivers.

98
article thumbnail

421: Tap Into A Shared Source of Truth for the Global Supply Chain, with Altana

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Today I’m joined by innovative software brand, Altana. Altana is the world’s first Value Chain Management System – a unified, comprehensive approach that goes far beyond supply chain risk management, with unprecedented visibility, contextualized netrt across business areas, and a collaborative network with end-to-end workflows to get jobs done. With a vision of global commerce rebuilt around collaborative, resilient, secure, and sustainable value chains, they’re on a mission to fix globalization

article thumbnail

Magnus Mondays — A Couple of Truths on IM&PPO and S2P Solutions

CPO Rising

This summer I’ve done considerable research into the Intake Management and Procurement Process Orchestration (IM&PPO) space. It’s a relatively new and exciting area and an example of the resurgence of… The post Magnus Mondays — A Couple of Truths on IM&PPO and S2P Solutions appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

The 5 F’s for Happy Hiring: The Journey to Building a Winning Team

Procurement Express

In the ever-evolving world of digital marketing, building a high-performing team is crucial for agencies and businesses alike. Micky Mereu, the Founder and Managing Director of Midsummer Agency, has mastered the art of hiring the right people to drive his agency’s success. In this insightful blog, we dive into Micky’s “5 F’s” methodology, which has helped him assemble a talented and dedicated team that consistently delivers exceptional results for their clients.

Import 52
article thumbnail

In Search of Generative AI Truth

Procurement Insights

Procurement Practitioner – Senior Executive “On the AI topic, I have been highly skeptical of how much is really being delivered vs. the promises across all the places we have been seeing AI advertised/promoted. In the eProcurement industry, it seems that many providers have just slapped the “AI” brand on functionality that they already had in place, though there are a couple that say they are working on ‘real’ AI functionalities to put into their system.

article thumbnail

Maximize Your Business Potential with Infinite Banking

Procurement Express

Unlocking the Power of Life Insurance for Small Business Owners As a small business owner, you’re constantly juggling the demands of running your enterprise, managing cash flow, and planning for the future. In this in-depth exploration, we’ll dive into the often-overlooked world of infinite banking and how it can be a game-changer for your business.