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Circulor: Vendor Analysis — Traceability and digital product passport solutions overview, competitors, user considerations, analyst summary

Spend Matters

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of Circulor, a blockchain-based traceability solution built to track materials that change physical and chemical states and cannot be tagged nor managed at batch level. Such materials include rare earth minerals, plastic, leather and palm oil. These capabilities are critical for improving the transparency and understanding of global and distributed supply chains and complying with regulations on certain raw materials (e.g. conflict minerals) a

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The World’s Largest Shipping Companies in 2025: Who Dominates the Seas?

All Things Supply Chain

The container shipping industry is dominated by a handful of global companies that own and operate vast fleets.

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US delays tariffs on Mexico to March

Supply Chain Dive

The two countries agreed to negotiate over the next month while collaborating on addressing drug and weapons trafficking.

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Magnus Mondays (Reprisal) — Make vs. Buy: Procurement Tech Edition

CPO Rising

[**Today, we’re running a “best of” Magnus Mondays post, reprising a popular topic of the series. Magnus returns next week with new content for February.] In a recent article, I… The post Magnus Mondays (Reprisal) Make vs. Buy: Procurement Tech Edition appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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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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448: Bridging the Gap Between Operations and Technology, with Buckeye Mountain

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Today Im joined by Buckeye Mountain, a transportation company that is on a mission of service full service! Buckeye Mountain provides highly specialized services, plus some unique products, that enable owners and operators of cargo terminals to keep pace with the never-ending demand for new technology in their facilities. Today Greg Dunnell, co-founder of Buckeye Mountain, joins me to talk all about his founder journey; Buckeye Mountain and what they do; how big industry challenges impact front

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7 Best practices in procure-to-pay: cut costs & gain control

Fraxion

The procure-to-pay (P2P) process goes beyond managing processes and spending. It serves as a strategic framework that positions procurement as a key driver of financial and business success. When optimized, it aligns procurement decisions with business goals, resulting in smoother operations and stronger financial control. Yet, common challenges such as manual errors, delays, lack of transparency, and compliance risks lead to missed opportunities.

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Social Procurement: Saving One Starfish at a Time

Una

The starfish story is a well known anecdote. In most versions, an adult and child are walking on a beach before the tide goes out, and they see thousands of starfish stranded on the sand. The boy starts throwing in starfish one by one back into the ocean, and the man asks why on earth hes making the effort when theres no way he can possibly make a difference for all of the starfish on the beach.

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Will Relatively Stable Freight Rates Stay That Way in 2025?

Supply Chain Brain

Shippers are holding their collective breath to see how a rash of uncertainties surrounding the U.S. and global economies will impact freight rates in 2025.

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Contract Termination: What It Is and How Contract Management Can Help

ContractSafe

The termination of a contract marks the end of a legally binding agreement before its intended conclusion. This can happen for various reasons, from simple mutual agreements to more complex scenarios like a breach of contract. Understanding contract termination is crucial for businesses of all sizes, as it can have significant legal and financial implications.

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Shein Relaunches in India as Five-Year Ban Ends

Supply Chain Brain

India had banned Shein, TikTok and several other Chinese apps in 2020, over claims that China's government had used the apps to steal user data.

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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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How to Choose the Best Supply Chain Training Platform 2025?

SCMDOJO

Ready to unlock the secrets of the supply chain training platforms? These supply chain training platforms offer a treasure trove of knowledge to elevate your skills and drive business success. We have compiled this information after careful and in-depth research. Before we deep dive into the details of each supply chain training platform, look at the summarised value proposition table we have made for you: Which Supply Chain Training Platform to Choose?

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Costco Reaches Tentative Deal with Teamsters in 11th Hour

Supply Chain Brain

If the union had gone on strike, it would been the largest work stoppage at a U.S. retail chain in history, and the first for a big-box retailer.

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A follow-up post by James Meads on my 75% prediction is worth a read (and comment)

Procurement Insights

EDITOR’S NOTE: Here is the link to James Meads’ LinkedIn post regarding my prediction that 75% of all logos on ProcureTech solution maps will be gone by the end of 2025. It is worth noting that Dr. Elouise Epstein has announced the end of her Solution Provider Spider Map. This is great, James Meads ! To start, check out this survey result – [link] By no means is it a comprehensive, industry-wide survey (perhaps you should do a similar survey), but the following results are inte

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Canada Joins Mexico in Achieving a Month’s Delay to Threatened Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

The February 3 announcement came only hours after Mexico negotiated a similar delay.

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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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Trump Admin Demands 'Immediate Changes' to Panama Canal Operations

Supply Chain Brain

Rubio's office warned that the U.S. would take necessary measures to protect the Panama Canal against China's alleged influence in the region.

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U.S. Tariffs on Mexican Imports are Paused for a Month

Supply Chain Brain

Sheinbaum said that, during a long conversation with Trump, they agreed that the U.S. will delay imposing 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico for a month.

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Trump Targets Loophole Temu, Shein Used to Take On Amazon

Supply Chain Brain

Trumps decision to end de minimis tariff exemptions is expected to hit a fast-growing market segment.

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