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3 Powerful Ways Procurement will Drive the 2030 Saudi Vision Transformation

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Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] 3 Powerful Ways Procurement will Drive the 2030 Saudi Vision Transformation May 30, 2023 | | Procurement Strategy by Sara Omer What is the Saudi Vision 2030 Program? Launched by the Saudi government in 2016, the Saudi Vision 2030 Program is a sweeping reform initiative with the aim of diversifying the country’s economy and reducing its reliance on oil production.

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Procurement Managers — The Ultimate Guide

Procurement Tactics

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Procurement Managers — The Ultimate Guide Procurement managers are not easy, but the role is rewarding, interesting, and crucial to the success of a business. However, what are their roles in procurement? In this article, we will discuss what procurement managers do and their importance in procurement.

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UPS, Teamsters agree to new terms for deliveries using the Postal Service

Supply Chain Dive

The tentative deal regarding the delivery giant's SurePost service is subject to ratification of the next national contract, which is still being negotiated.

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How Field Service Innovations Can Help Deliver Net-Zero Emissions

Supply Chain Brain

In 2021, just one in five of the 2,000 largest publicly listed companies committed to net-zero policies for carbon emissions. A wake-up call is needed, and field service operations are on the front line to deliver it.

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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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ASCM launches new certificate to train supply chain workers in tech

Supply Chain Dive

CEO Abe Eshkenazi said companies continue to prioritize technology spend, and workers need training to understand concepts like big data, machine learning and AI.

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Brazil Banks to Deny Credit to Meatpackers Linked to Amazon Destruction

Supply Chain Brain

The sustainability standard requires slaughterhouses to adopt a tracking system to monitor their entire supply chain in the Amazon region and Maranhao by December 2025.

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3 ways to use procurement negotiation to combat inflation

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

In the realm of procurement, it is crucial for professionals to strategically generate substantial value during deal negotiations, especially when dealing with supplier agreements that encompass more than mere pricing considerations.

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Ford inks long-term lithium supply contracts

Supply Chain Dive

The automaker announced deals lasting through at least 2034 in three different countries.

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Finding And Vetting The Right Suppliers With The Help Of Sourcing Agents

Procurement Freelancers

The sourcing procedure, which is used to purchase products and services, includes finding and evaluating… The post Finding And Vetting The Right Suppliers With The Help Of Sourcing Agents first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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How a DHL center in Seattle moves 4K packages daily

Supply Chain Dive

A team of 78 at the facility makes sure electronics, fashion merchandise and more get delivered in the Emerald City.

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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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Multi-Carrier Matters: Strategies for E-Commerce and DTC Shippers

Supply Chain Brain

Shippers seeking greater control over their transportation spend are increasingly turning to a multi-carrier strategy.

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Kohl’s inventory down 6% as it makes way to chase merchandise

Supply Chain Dive

Executives say they feel good about current levels as they clear space and budget for newer goods.

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Watch: Managing Supply Chains in the Face of Climate Disaster

Supply Chain Brain

Kareem Mohamednur, partner with PwC, outlines the challenges that companies face in complying with a raft of environmental, social and governance (ESG) requirements, while controlling both cost and supply chain risk.

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Framespan – Making frameworks work

Spend Matters

Categories: Public Sector , Sponsored Article , Suppliers Tags: sponsored post When I first started working in the UK government sector, many years ago in the mid-1990s, it took some time to understand the jargon. “Frameworks,” for instance, were not the initial stages of a construction project, but something that resembled (to some extent) the “approved supplier lists” that were familiar to me from the private sector.

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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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WebSphere Application Server support

IBM Supply Chain Blog

IBM continues to be committed to supporting your journey with the WebSphere platform. There is no planned end-of-support date for WebSphere 8.5.5 and 9.0.5. IBM intends on supporting these WebSphere releases beyond Oracle’s stated extended support date for Java 8. For more details, see the WebSphere Application Server traditional Lifecycle. The post WebSphere Application Server support appeared first on IBM Blog.

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CTPAT: Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Assessment

SupplyShift

STANDARD ASSESSMENT CTPAT: Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Assessment Based on the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT). An online assessment to help you measure importers’ supply chain security practices against CTPAT’s criteria. Improve security standards, increase transparency The CTPAT Assessment provides a common set of indicators to help you measure importers’ supply chain security practices against CTPAT’s minimum criteria.

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IBM Tech Now: May 30, 2023

IBM Supply Chain Blog

​Welcome IBM Tech Now, our video web series featuring the latest and greatest news and announcements in the world of technology. Make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel to be notified every time a new IBM Tech Now video is published. IBM Tech Now: Episode 77 This episode, we’re covering the following topics: IBM Watson Code Assistant IBM Hybrid Cloud Mesh IBM Event Automation Stay plugged in You can check out the IBM Blog Announcements for a full rundown of all cloud news, ann

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Conflict Minerals Supplier Assessment

SupplyShift

STANDARD ASSESSMENT Conflict Minerals Supplier Assessment Assessment based on the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template by the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI). For companies required to file a Conflict Minerals Report under the Dodd-Frank regulation and report information about mineral country of origin and the smelters and refiners used. Support responsible mineral extraction, increase transparency The Conflict Minerals Supplier Assessment helps you gather required data for Dodd-Frank repo

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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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Framespan – Making frameworks work

Spend Matters

When I first started working in the UK government sector, many years ago in the mid-1990s, it took some time to understand the jargon. “Frameworks,” for instance, were not the initial stages of a construction project, but something that resembled (to some extent) the “approved supplier lists” that were familiar to me from the private sector. That is, a list of chosen suppliers where some overarching terms and conditions had been agreed in advance of specific contract formation.

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GHG Leadership and Reporting Assessment

SupplyShift

STANDARD ASSESSMENT GHG Leadership and Reporting Assessment A GHG emissions reporting and progress assessment for your suppliers. Understand management practices and reporting of GHGs and actively reduce emissions and climate risks. Determine supplier GHG reduction ambitions and progress Assess the amount of CO2e and the comprehensiveness of your supplier’s climate targets all in one place with the aim of simplifying information requests to what is most important for companies to understand supp

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7 questions to assess indirect procurement maturity

Procurement Software

Procurement continues to grow in stature. It is now generally seen as being a more strategic function than it historically has been. With this, the question of indirect procurement maturity must be tackled. In many businesses – especially manufacturing companies – the focus has historically been on direct spend. However, there has been a trend happening over the last 10 or so years to incorporate more indirect spend under the management of corporate procurement teams.

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Scope 3 Emissions Calculator

SupplyShift

STANDARD ASSESSMENT Scope 3 Emissions Calculator A comprehensive facility-level tool to measure emissions intensity of any supplier manufacturing facility. Streamline Scope 3 Measurement The Facility Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Calculator is a turnkey solution for collecting and calculating your Scope 3 emissions data. The assessment asks suppliers to input facility-level energy-use data and automatically converts it into greenhouse gas emissions intensities.

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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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IPEF Talks Lead to Proposed 14-Country Supply Chain Agreement

Supply Chain Brain

The IPEF Supply Chain Agreement establishes a framework for long-lasting cooperation on issues like supply chain monitoring, investment promotion, workforce development and crisis response.

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Supplier Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Assessment

SupplyShift

STANDARD ASSESSMENT Supplier Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Assessment In partnership with taproot ventures, SupplyShift has developed a Supplier Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Assessment for companies to better understand and advance diversity and inclusion in the supply chain. Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion in supply chains The Supplier Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment helps you measure diversity in your existing supply base, understand supplier DEI commitments, an

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Hyundai Motor, LG to Build $4.3bn EV Battery Factory in U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

The announcement comes a month after Hyundai announced that it would build an EV battery factory with SK On, another South Korean battery maker.

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Human Rights Compliance Assessment

SupplyShift

STANDARD ASSESSMENT Human Rights Compliance Assessment Comply with your regional modern slavery legislation in Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, and California. Identify risk of modern slavery and human trafficking at every level of your supply chain. Understand Your Labor Practices The Human Rights Compliance Assessment is a collective survey to streamline compliance with the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, Australian Modern Slavery Act, the UK Modern Slavery Act, the Frenc

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Marubeni and Pembina Sign Low-Carbon Ammonia Supply Chain Agreement

Supply Chain Brain

Pembina and Marubeni will establish a large-scale low-carbon ammonia supply chain in Canada with access to Japanese and Canadian governmental support.

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Unlocking a Team’s Potential and Combining the Perks of Private & Public Sectors with United Utilities’ Head of Commercial Services, Divyesh Lad – Episode 76

Procurement Talk with David Byrne

Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Amazon Episode show notes “I love seeing people grow and flourish. It’s fulfilling and quite humbling that you’ve been part of someone else’s success and growth.” Bringing together the best of both worlds is a powerful procurement strategy for those with … Continued The post Unlocking a Team’s Potential and Combining the Perks of Private & Public Sectors with United Utilities’ Head of Commercial

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Travel and Expense Management: What Is It, Challenges and Best Practices

Planergy

Clients and results More Customers We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with Planergy. Cristian Maradiaga King Ocean Book a Live Demo Download a free copy of "Indirect Spend Guide", to learn: Where the best opportunities for savings are in indirect spend.

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Malaysian Maritime Agency Detains Chinese Barge

Supply Chain Brain

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency said it was investigating if the barge was involved in the looting of two WWII British shipwrecks in the South China Sea.

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The AI Race Isn’t Just About Tech Superiority – Its the Supply Chain, Stupid!

The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.