Tue.Jul 25, 2023

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Matson Has Reduced Scope 1 Emissions by 12% Since 2016

Supply Chain Brain

Matson is looking to reduce its Scope 1 greenhouse gas fleet emissions by 40% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

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UPS, Teamsters reach tentative agreement on national contract

Supply Chain Dive

The tentative deal is a welcome development for shippers, but it still needs to be reviewed and voted on by union-represented employees.

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The Supply Chain Industry: A Rewarding Path for GenZ Young Professionals

Supply Chain Brain

These young professionals are looking for the opportunity to tackle big challenges and make a big difference right away, which is something that a supply chain career can offer.

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Maersk expands air freight services with Atlanta gateway

Supply Chain Dive

The 123,000-square-foot facility is part of the shipping giant’s push to bolster its end-to-end logistics solutions.

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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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Shipping Routes for Ukrainian Grain Exports Dwindle Under Russian Attacks

Supply Chain Brain

Even before Russia terminated the Black Sea agreement, Ukraine had increasingly relied on alternative routes for its exports.

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Gap adds its name to the Pakistan Accord

Supply Chain Dive

The retail giant signed the legally binding agreement which aims to guarantee supply chain worker safety.

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Ford supplier invests $790M to build 3 Tennessee plants

Supply Chain Dive

Magna International will produce key parts for Ford’s second-generation electric truck, and is the first company to join the automaker’s supplier park.

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Watch: Can Companies Comply With ESG Mandates and Grow Revenue?

Supply Chain Brain

Craig Coulter, advanced manufacturing and mobility sustainability leader with EY, assesses the progress that supply chains are making in complying with environmental, social and governance (ESG) requirements.

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Chocolate maker ahead of cost savings schedule as it slashes inventory

Supply Chain Dive

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory has already achieved 60% of its annual cost saving target introduced last quarter, according to its CEO.

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Analyst Eye on procurement digitalization and the case for ‘Autogmentation’

Spend Matters

Some time ago our senior analyst specializing in sourcing, SxM and ESG technologies, Bertrand Maltaverne , coined the term ‘Autogmentation’ when he was analyzing the hand-in-hand relationship between automation and augmentation during the procurement digitalization process. By Automation, we mean automating tactical tasks, whether repetitive, lower value or less strategic, thus removing the person from the task to bring about improved efficiency and speed.

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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 Hidden Risk of Chinese Suppliers

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

When a Chinese supplier goes bankrupt, they often stop production and shut down immediately, leaving companies no way to recover goods or their investments. But there are some signs to look for that may indicate a potential bankruptcy.

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IBM named a leader in ESG reporting and data management software by independent research firm

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Independent research firm Verdantix recently identified IBM as a leader in their report, “ Green Quadrant: ESG Reporting and Data Management Software ” (July 17, 2023), which evaluated and provided a detailed assessment of solution providers and their product offerings. The rigorous analysis conducted by Verdantix included a comprehensive 115-point questionnaire, two-hour live demonstrations by suppliers and interviews with existing ESG software customers.

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Special Digital Issue: The science behind creating supply chain certification value

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

Download our new Special Digital Issue as we explore the many opportunities available as you look to advance your knowledge, whether that is through certification programs or other educational opportunities.

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Optimizing energy production with the latest smart grid technologies

IBM Supply Chain Blog

New technologies are shaping the way we produce, distribute and consume energy. Smart grid technology—an integral part of energy’s digital transformation—promises to modernize the traditional electrical system with an infusion of digital intelligence that helps energy providers transition to clean energy and reduce carbon emissions.

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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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Open-es and JAGGAER together for more sustainable procurement

Jaggaer

An agreement has been signed to make corporate procurement even more sustainable: JAGGAER technology is now integrated with Open-es, the digital platform that connects companies, banks, associations, and institutions in a collaborative ecosystem, supporting development and growth on the dimensions of sustainability.

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Why Procurement Compliance is Crucial

Barkers Procurement

Why procurement compliance is crucial Complying with rules when contracting service providers and when approving purchases is an essential part of procurement. Compliance entails formulating processes for company spend management, following them and enforcing them. By not monitoring how employees, suppliers and other relevant parties are complying with the rules for spend management and with the terms and conditions of agreements, organisations are exposing themselves to a host of risks.

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5 of the Most-Read Procurement Articles on the Una Resource Center

Una

5 of the Most-Read Procurement Articles Don’t miss the five most-read procurement articles on Unaversity, Una’s online resource center dedicated to empowering procurement. By Hugo Britt | July 25, 2023 Search Search It’s always interesting to discover which articles on a blog drive the most engagement. Doing so reveals the topics that our community of procurement and supply managers are most interested in, from the latest trends to perennial topics that will never go out of date.

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10 Digital Procurement Transformation Mistakes to Avoid

Procurement Software

So, you’re about to embark on a digital procurement transformation in your organization. You’ve read lots of articles, listened to a few of the best procurement podcasts , maybe been to a conference or two , and networked with some of your peers. Great. So, you’re well informed and ready to set out on your journey. Well, not quite. Digital Procurement Transformation: why you may fail In this piece, we focus on the 10 main reasons why a digital procurement transformation may fail.

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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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5 Questions to Ask During a Spending Analysis

SpendHQ

Once you’ve taken advantage of simple, surface-level opportunities, there’s a deeper world of savings waiting underneath. However, to reach this new realm, you’ll need to know which questions to ask and when to ask them. So, you don’t have to figure the process out on your own with trial and error, here are five starter questions you can leverage to make the most of your spending analysis.

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Wheat Rally Fades as Russia Fails to Disrupt Key Danube Port

Supply Chain Brain

The Ukrainian Port of Reni on the Danube was operating at maximum capacity July 25, despite an attack by Russian drones July 24.

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JAGGAER Names Its New Chief Marketing Officer: Eva Skidmore

Jaggaer

JAGGAER's latest news on procurement & sourcing. Read now: JAGGAER Names Its New Chief Marketing Officer: Eva Skidmore.

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European Chips Act Worth €43B Gets Final Stamp of Approval

Supply Chain Brain

After being approved by the Council of the European Union, the regulation will be signed by the President of the European Parliament and the President of the Council.

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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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Supplier risk management within an S2P suite – Ward Karson from Raindrop

The Procuretech Podcast

In this episode of the Procuretech Podcast, host James Meads is joined once more by Ward Karson, Chief Operating Officer of Raindrop – an enterprise spend management suite based in California. Today they discuss the pros and cons of tackling supplier risk management from within an S2P Suite. Supplier Risk Management Within an S2P Suite – Ward Karson from Raindrop Timestamps 2:34 Background on Raindrop.

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Adapt to Survive: How to Abort the Extinction of Procurement with Thames Water’s Commercial & Procurement Director, David Wylie – Episode 80

Procurement Talk with David Byrne

Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Amazon Episode show notes “Procurement was once the gatekeeper to the marketplace. Technology speeds up how we do things, and brings the external market to internal stakeholders.” The one defence we have against extinction of any kind is adaptation. It might … Continued The post Adapt to Survive: How to Abort the Extinction of Procurement with Thames Water’s Commercial & Procurement Director, David Wylie &#