Supply Chain Dive
JULY 31, 2023
E-commerce and warehouse construction activity are showing signs of recovery, which could lead to increased demand for automation tools, according to Interact Analysis.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
Supply chain attacks are extensive, meticulously planned, and take advantage of the trust between business associates and third-party software providers.
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Supply Chain Dive
JULY 31, 2023
The third-largest LTL carrier posted notifications to customers and employees at terminals Sunday.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JULY 31, 2023
Today I’m joined by Commtrex, an award-winning brand that is on a mission to simplify freight by rail. Commtrex is a tech-enabled rail logistics provider with a team of experienced rail professionals, an extensive network of partners, and a best-in-class technology platform that simplifies the movement of freight and creates a competitive advantage.
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.
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 31, 2023
Injury rates in storage and distribution facilities are higher than the national average, the department said.
Spend Matters
JULY 31, 2023
Twice a year, the Spend Matters analyst team works to score vendors in a data-driven process called SolutionMap which assesses the technical capabilities of vendors using a rigorous RFI process. This article highlights the changes and trends that our scoring process and general market knowledge has brought to our attention. This content is for members only.
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Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
The recent drop in demand for services has left many startups in fulfillment and logistics struggling to survive, says Aaron Alpeter, CEO and founder of IZBA.
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 31, 2023
The added reach is expected to go beyond the city itself and into the wider Midwest, its chief commercial officer told Supply Chain Dive.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
The U.S. needs to get to a place where it's easier for factories and mines to source battery materials, says Gene Berdichevsky, the co-founder of Sila Nanotechnologies.
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 31, 2023
ILWU Canada members voted to reject a tentative deal last week due to safety, wellbeing and work jurisdiction concerns. But by Sunday, stakeholders had found a new settlement.
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
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
The service, which will be launched in September 2023, will connect South Florida to Honduras, Colombia, Peru and Ecuador.
Procurement Freelancers
JULY 31, 2023
Are you prepared to enhance your game and master your procurement process? This article explains… The post How to Develop an Effective Procurement Strategy first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
Omnitracs Roadnet Anywhere has proven to be an effective routing and scheduling solution that significantly cuts costs, increases productivity, and improves revenue.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
JULY 31, 2023
Last year saw 3PL net revenue grow 24%, the fourth-best year on record according to data from Armstrong & Associates.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
The two sides were able to reach a new deal with the help of the Canada Industrial Relations Board.
Arkestro
JULY 31, 2023
The post Digital Supply Chain: Harnessing AI to Revolutionise Procurement – A Conversation with Arkestro’s Edmund Zagorin appeared first on Arkestro.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the supply chain management industry.
Pipefy
JULY 31, 2023
Due to the advent of technologies like cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) , businesses have moved beyond a traditional business structures and have found new ways to grow using cloud service models, such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS). With higher macroeconomic uncertainty causing businesses to cut back on staffing and investments, business process outsourcing (BPO) has also grown in demand, placing specific proc
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
Download this special report to find out how to adapt your supply chain and logistics operations to match the demands of your customers, the financial community and regulators for sustainable solutions that support decarbonization of your logistics services and the long-term viability of your business.
Pipefy
JULY 31, 2023
Many companies today are faced with doing more with fewer resources. Those that fail to do so risk losing customers to competitors. One way companies can become more agile and remain competitive despite economic uncertainties is end-to-end business process automation. Business process automation streamlines many time-consuming, labor-intensive, and repetitive tasks typically handled by internal departments like HR, IT, and finance.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
Sunak said the decision to grant the licenses was the right thing to do, arguing that the choice aligns with the country’s net-zero emissions goals.
Pipefy
JULY 31, 2023
The terms “front office” and “back office” refer to distinct business processes within a company, based on the physical location where businesses have traditionally performed these functions. Front office functions, for example, refer to front-facing tasks or interactions, whereas back office functions had more with supporting work that occurred behind the scenes.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
In the North American freight market, shippers are playing it cautious in both their procurement and their transportation planning. How should they allocate their freight between the spot market and contracts?
Pipefy
JULY 31, 2023
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that six million Americans quit their jobs in April 2022, a trend now known collectively as the Great Resignation. This figure is an increase of 300,000 from the previous year, prompting a need for HR departments to stem this flood of departures. One obvious starting point? Reviewing their employee journey map.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
As the food industry emerges from post pandemic supply chain disruptions there is much work that needs to be done to restore supply chain equilibrium.
Finale Inventory
JULY 31, 2023
Marketplace seller using a tablet to receive inventory and review orders. Image by Freepik Written in partnership with SellCord. Amazon has long been recognized as the dominant force in the e-commerce industry, revolutionizing the way people shop online and setting new standards for customer convenience and satisfaction. However, in recent years, Walmart has rapidly emerged as a strong competitor to Amazon’s dominance, challenging its position and reshaping the e-commerce landscape.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
In this whitepaper, artificial intelligence (AI) company Peak takes a deep dive into all things demand forecasting, supply chain and the role of AI
Procurement Insights
JULY 31, 2023
I opened my inbox, and as I was sipping my second cup of coffee, I noted the following email (see image below): While waiting for the caffeine to kick in, three Procurement Insights posts from the past immediately came to mind. December 5th, 2007 – Microsoft Acquires SAP? (A Commentary) September 12th, 2014 – Is Amazon The New Oracle or How The Emergence of The B2C World Marks The Official End of The ERP Era April 19th, 2023 – The Road Not Taken: How The Mendocino Project May H
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 31, 2023
Copper rose as much as 1.8% to $8,821 a ton on the London Metal Exchange, the highest level since April 21.
Negotiations Ninja
JULY 31, 2023
Dr. Charlotte de Brabandt has been in procurement for almost 14 years and worked in five different industries, everything from automotive to tech. After nine years in automotive in the marketing procurement department for Porsche, she spent five years at Johnson & Johnson, specializing in MRO and energy procurement.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
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