Joann eyes $60M in product cost savings as suppliers offer concessions
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The craft retailer thinks it can cut $200 million in business costs, the bulk of that coming from its supply chain as inflation eases.
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Maintaining Warehouse Equipment During Peak-Season Demand
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
This year, among the most challenging curveballs that warehouses will face is getting the equipment they need when they need it.
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Barge rates pressured by low Mississippi River water levels
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Increased shipping restrictions and higher prices could be “especially problematic” as corn and soybean harvests advance, the USDA reported.
Watch: Driving Sustainability From the Root of the Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
There are multiple trends driving sustainability in the supply chain right now, says Frank Clary, vice president for sustainability at multi-business operator and investor Agility.
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
Advertiser: GEP
“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.
STB proposes reciprocal switching rule in push for improved rail service
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The new rule would provide shippers a path to switching shipments to another nearby railroad if service levels are not adequate.
Three Organizations Agree to Build Hydrogen-Powered Tourism Ship
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The 40-seat vessel, which is outfitted with a 350-kilowatt hydrogen fuel cell, qualifies as a research, development and demonstration (RD&D) project under South Korea’s national hydrogen strategy.
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Mid-Sized Businesses More Optimistic Than Small and Large-Sized Companies
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Dun & Bradstreet found that midsized businesses are slightly more optimistic than small and large-sized companies and that global demand is expected to weaken.
Hormel lowers outlook amid challenging pork and turkey backdrop
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Weak prices offset sales volume growth in the third quarter as the food processor struggled with supply chain issues that resulted in a hefty arbitration payment.
Building AI for business: IBM’s Granite foundation models
IBM Supply Chain Blog
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
It’s an exciting time in AI for business. As we apply the technology more widely across areas ranging from customer service to HR to code modernization, artificial intelligence (AI) is helping increasing numbers of us work smarter, not harder. And as we are just at the start of the AI for business revolution, the potential for improving productivity and creativity is vast.
7 focus areas for negotiating procurement contracts
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Reviewing clauses and KPI disclosures can help procurement managers minimize supply chain risks.
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
Boeing Warns 737 Deliveries to Be at Low End of 2023 Target
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Narrowbody handovers will be near the bottom of Boeing’s goal of shipping 400 to 450 of the popular 737 jets this year, said chief financial officer Brian West.
Elevating the Last Mile: Transformative Trends and Customer-Centric Evolution in E-commerce
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The proliferation of e-commerce and the imperative for an omnichannel fulfillment experience has culminated in the advancement of the final mile. But even that is now being disrupted by technology that puts the customer front and center in the supply chain.
TransmetriQ Introduces Railcar Repair Maintenance, Shop Finder Tools
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The new features are part of TransmetriQ’s Asset Manager service, which helps shippers and car owners gather information on their fleets.
Harnessing AI and data analytics can make clean energy more viable
IBM Supply Chain Blog
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The effects of climate change grow more tangible by the day. As a result, the electric power industry is hastening efforts to reduce environmental impact. To do so, they need help to get a clearer picture of where they fall on the emissions reduction roadmap, and to better understand their opportunities for improvement. This is where harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics can help.
How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Nerves of U.S. Steel
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
“You can’t unscramble eggs.” – J.P. Morgan U.S. Steel was formed in 1901 when J.P. Morgan financed the merger of. The post Nerves of U.S. Steel appeared first on Art of Procurement.
National Retail Federation Acquires Reverse Logistics Association
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The National Retail Federation is acquiring the Reverse Logistics Association as it looks to bolster its circular economy advocacy.
Managing your cloud ecosystems: Migrating to a new Ubuntu operating system version
IBM Supply Chain Blog
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Planning and managing your cloud ecosystem and environments is critical for reducing production downtime and maintaining a functioning workload. In the “Managing your cloud ecosystems” blog series, we cover different strategies for ensuring that your setup functions smoothly with minimal downtime. In the third blog of the series, we’re discussing migrating your worker nodes to a new Ubuntu operating system.
[Pod] Procurement 6 – September 8th, 2023
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post [Pod] Procurement 6 – September 8th, 2023 appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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.
How will AI impact your supply network continuity panel discussion with MIT’s Maria Jesus Saenz, Spend Matters’ Jason Busch, and The Hackett Group’s Chris Sawchuk
Procurement Insights
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
How will AI impact you? It is at once a simple, yet complex question: – Simple in that we understand the overarching concept of AI. – Complex because we have yet to really define or understand “our role” in leveraging AI to achieve optimal results. In my September 3rd post I wrote: “In short, AI is an extenstion of human experience and expertise – NOT a replacement for it!
Achieving Secure Remote Access Is Within Reach for Manufacturers
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The unpleasant truth is that most remote-access mechanisms are overly permissive, and not built for critical operations.
Arkestro for Automotive
Arkestro
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Automotive Accelerate your auto supply chain efficiency with Arkestro Get in touch Our solutions Rev up your procurement impact with PPO Predictive Procurement Orchestration (PPO) is transforming the way automotive companies find the right supplier, at the right price, at the right time. With the ever-changing nature of the automotive industry, it is essential to implement a tool like Arkestro to stay ahead of the competition and build better supplier relationships.
Neptune Lines Orders Two Car Carriers from Fujian Mawei
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The 4,200 car equivalent unit (CEU) dead freight pure car and truck carriers (PCTC) will be delivered by Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding by 2026.
Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)
Advertiser: GEP
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.
Podcast | How Sanctions Are Disrupting the Electronic Components Supply Chain
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The Biden Administration’s sanctions on sales of advanced technology are having a major impact on the global electronics supply chain.
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