Procurement Templates

AUGUST 17, 2023

Procurement through the ages, introduction Procurement Unwrapped The post PODCAST appeared first on Procurement Templates.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

Batteries, tires, steel and aluminum were added to the list of Chinese imports that should be more heavily scrutinized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 17, 2023

Group VP and General Manager of Logistics Technology Ding Hongwei discusses future tech opportunities, adoption challenges and falling behind the curve.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

Robotics and artificial intelligence are on everyone's mind, but many operators don't need that level of technology at this point, says Jason Joachim, chief executive officer of Cargo Spectre.

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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.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 17, 2023

Elevated storage costs have been a thorn in the direct-to-consumer company's side since last year.

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Spend Matters

AUGUST 17, 2023

Spend Matters constantly updates its understanding of the state of the procurement tech market via RFIs for our SolutionMap dataset, via vendor interviews, event attendance and via product demos with the aim of keeping tech-selection decision makers ahead of the market trend curve. But we also endeavor to grow our understanding of the wants and needs of the customers using that tech – the practitioners.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

Automation can help warehouse operators overcome their labor challenges in many ways. But the implementation process requires careful consideration and planning.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 17, 2023

As the tournament’s official digital innovation partner, IBM has helped the US Open attract and engage viewers for more than three decades. Year after year, IBM Consulting works with the United States Tennis Association (USTA) to transform massive amounts of data into meaningful insight for tennis fans. This year, the USTA is using watsonx , IBM’s new AI and data platform for business.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

July 2023 marked the fifth straight month that the Logistics Managers' Index score hit a new all-time low.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

AUGUST 17, 2023

This webinar aims to alleviate any concerns and uncertainties you may have about yard and dock software implementation.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

Over 64% of businesses believe they can increase their productivity by using AI, making it imperative for organizations to embrace this form of technology.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

AUGUST 17, 2023

Sixty-four percent of Alcott Global survey respondents said a lack of the appropriate skillset is the biggest obstacle to hiring new supply chain talent.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the supply chain management industry.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 17, 2023

The race to innovate has likely left you (and many, many others) with unexpectedly high cloud bills and/or underutilized resources. In fact, according to Flexera’s 2023 State of the Cloud report , for the first time in a decade, “managing cloud spend” (82%) surpassed “security” (79%) to become the number one challenge facing organizations across the board.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

How did the gig economy survive the pandemic? And how is it evolving today?

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Positive Purchasing

AUGUST 17, 2023

The Flagship Procurement Event to Benchmark Your Strategy with the World’s BIGGEST Companies We’re heading to Barcelona on 26 – 27 September for ProcureCon EU 2023! As proud sponsors of this event, you’ll find us on stand 30 where our team will be delivering product demos of our digital learning platforms, including our intelligent workflow tools that guide you towards creating breakthrough category and negotiation strategies.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

"The last 36 months at NFI have been extremely difficult to navigate," chief executive officer Paul Soubry told analysts August 16.

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Arkestro

AUGUST 17, 2023

Networking Happy Hour for Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals  The White and Wood 215 S. Elm Street Greensboro, NC 27401 } Tuesday, September 12th 5:00 PM : Networking and Welcome Cocktails 6:00 PM : Appetizers and Discussion 6:30 PM : Raffle Prizes Arkestro is excited to welcome you to a memorable networking event in downtown Greensboro! Arkestro, the leading provider of predictive procurement orchestration, is hosting an Industry Networking Happy Hour at The White and Wood (215 S.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

The potential legal claim is related to a binding term sheet in negotiations with the electric-vehicle giant for the supply of spodumene concentrate, Core said August 16.

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Arkestro

AUGUST 17, 2023

Ribbon Cutting for Arkestro’s Museum of Procurement  Rutgers School of Business – Newark Campus 1 Washington Park, Newark NJ } Opening Event: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 Time: 10:30 – 11:30 AM Length of Exhibit: September 12 – late December, 2023 It has been said that the history of civilization is the history of procurement. Procurement is all around us; the device you’re reading this on, the clothes you’re wearing, and the food you eat all had to be procured from somew

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 17, 2023

Drones equipped with RotoBird's automated winch can now drop off and pick up multiple deliveries without intervention.

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Arkestro

AUGUST 17, 2023

Networking Happy Hour for Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals  Seasons 52 Raleigh 4325 Glenwood Ave, Suite 2100 Raleigh, NC 27612 } Wednesday, September 13th 5:00 PM : Networking and Welcome Cocktails 6:00 PM : Appetizers and Discussion 6:30 PM : Raffle Prizes Arkestro is excited to welcome you to a memorable networking event in downtown Raleigh!

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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.

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ContractSafe

AUGUST 17, 2023

Explore the vital role of a contract manager in your business — from risk mitigation to compliance and beyond, they're the backbone of operational efficiency.

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Art of Procurement

AUGUST 17, 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 – August 18th, 2023 appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Fraxion

AUGUST 17, 2023

Part 1 | Spend visibility: Informed decision-making As companies continue to face unprecedented economic headwinds, rising inflation, disruptions, and uncertainty, finance leaders are faced with challenges that necessitate a move to leaner and more agile operations.

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Art of Procurement

AUGUST 17, 2023

“For men like Ford, Firestone, and Edison, whose success in the world had given them access to any thing they. The post Restoring Business Imagination Through Nature appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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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.

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HICX

AUGUST 17, 2023

Table of Contents What is Supplier Performance Management? What are the benefits of Supplier Performance Management? Maintain and improve reputation Reduce disruptions within the supply chain Encourage data-driven decisions Reduce costs Promote ethical practices Encourages & promotes innovation Increased collaboration Evaluate and rank suppliers Streamline supplier analysis and selection The importance of Supplier Performance Management The Role of Supplier Performance Management in Risk Man

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 17, 2023

IBM is the official digital innovation partner of the US Open Tennis Championships. It’s a relationship that goes much deeper than courtside logo placement. IBM iX , the experience design arm of IBM Consulting, and IBM’s AI consultants work with the United States Tennis Association (USTA) to integrate technology from dozens of partners, automate key business processes and develop new features.

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Procurement Insights

AUGUST 17, 2023

Joël Collin-Demers’ post raises an important question – why do some eProcurement/digital transformation initiatives succeed, and why do too many fail to hit the mark? For me, over the years, the one constant factor in procurement transformation success of any kind is based on the following words of Sun Tzu: “Every battle is won or lost before it’s ever fought.” Like studying to write a test or training before stepping up to a marathon’s starting line, your suc

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CPO Rising

AUGUST 17, 2023

Join Ardent Partners and Corcentric on August 29th (11 AM ET) for a webcast on The State of ePayables 2023: Paving the Way for a Smarter Future. The continued economic and market uncertainty means enterprises must leverage their big data even more to navigate the business horizon.

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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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