Supply chain modernization ups Boston Beer Company’s margins
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 10, 2023
The maker of Sam Adams' overhaul is targeting procurement savings, brewery performance and network optimization.
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The Problem with Performative ESG
Art of Procurement
AUGUST 10, 2023
Although we talk about ESG programs all the time, they actually haven’t been with us for very long. ESG initiatives. The post The Problem with Performative ESG appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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Hyundai supplier plans $170M facility in Tennessee
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 10, 2023
Hanon Systems’ fourth U.S. facility will produce automotive thermal solutions for EV makers in North America.
Three Tips for Shortening Small Businesses’ Supply Chains
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
As nearshoring gathers momentum, SMBs have an opportunity to shorten their supply chains.
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.
Revolutionizing tail spend management
Spend Matters
AUGUST 10, 2023
This content does not express the views or opinions of Spend Matters. In today’s business landscape, effective digital procurement strategies are vital for organizations to optimize spend, enhance operational efficiency and address risk while maintaining an ideal user experience. One area of significant potential that is often overlooked is tail spend management.
Plans Are Nothing, Planning Is Everything - Are You Prepared To Compete in Any Environment?
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
This webinar will focus on the top five key drivers of readiness to compete effectively in an ever-changing supply chain environment.
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Geopolitical Tensions Forcing 35% of Importers to Reexamine Supply Chains
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
One in five importers from outside the U.K. have had to change their supply chains due to geopolitical tensions while a nother 15% are considering supply chain alterations.
Top 10 Signs Your Organization Needs a Talented Chief Procurement Officer
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
AUGUST 10, 2023
A chief procurement officer offers organizations a specialist focused on managing spend, but not all organizations have such a position.
Ericsson Opens Malaysia-Based 5G Manufacturing Facility
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
Ericsson said the recently opened venue is the company’s first 5G manufacturing facility to be located in Southeast Asia.
Fintechs turn to AI and cloud as steadfast forces for innovation
IBM Supply Chain Blog
AUGUST 10, 2023
The rapidly evolving fintech landscape is witnessing a remarkable transformation, driven by advancements in leveraging both artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing technologies. With customers top of mind, we are seeing fintechs increasingly harness the power of choice and flexibility that comes with hybrid multicloud and lean into the power of data analytics to deliver enhanced experiences.
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
U.S. Cargo Volumes in August Likely to Be Highest in Almost a Year
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
U.S. ports are expected to handle 2.03 million TEU during August, marking the first time American ports have handled over 2 million TEU since October 2022.
Process Intelligence: A Comprehensive Guide
Pipefy
AUGUST 10, 2023
Process intelligence allows organizations to improve their processes, increasing their operational quality across the board. Business leaders are thus willing to adopt a variety of tools to achieve this goal. Those tools are known by various names, such as process intelligence and process mining software. While these tools have distinct capabilities, they also share many features, creating debate among business analysts about the best ways to implement process improvement initiatives.
Codelco and Anglo American Discuss Mining Pact to Lift Copper Output in Chile
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
Talks are focused on enabling Codelco’s Andina mine and Anglo’s Los Bronces to tap rich ore grades sitting between the two operations.
RPA vs. IPA: Which Automation Tool Is Right for You?
Pipefy
AUGUST 10, 2023
Industries with a great need for automation include manufacturing, information technology (IT) and transportation. Advancements in intelligent automation have been particularly rapid during the last decade, including robotic process automation (RPA) and intelligent process automation (IPA). These technologies are closely related, but they have distinct differences.
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.
How the Face of Mexican Manufacturing Has Changed Over 10 Years
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
In just a decade, Mexican manufacturing has experienced a seismic shift, driven by the swift rise in automation, a notable influx of Chinese enterprises, and substantial diversification across industries.
Unlocking Growth: The Power of Diversifying Your Supply Chain
Barkers Procurement
AUGUST 10, 2023
Why Diversifying Your Supply Chain Is So Important The Power of Diversifying Your Supply Chain – You don’t need us to tell you how essential supply chains are. Without them, we wouldn’t have access to food, health products or items that enable us to entertain ourselves, work, travel and more. Managing a supply chain involves working with a network of suppliers who are all connected via a centralised supply chain management process.
Watch: A Recipe for Retail Delivery Success
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
Quality, cost reduction and sustainability are embedded in the successful retail delivery experience today, says Guy Bloch, chief executive officer of Bringg, a last-mile delivery management platform.
Automation, AI, and Supplier Trust: Striking A Raw Nerve With the Workforce?
Procurement Insights
AUGUST 10, 2023
Strikes are a problem, Michael Lamoureux ! Last year I read a post by Dawn Tiura titled “Their Last Bite Of The Apple: Why West Coast Port Workers Are Fighting For Less Automation And More Pay.” – [link] Surprisingly, the threat of a strike was not based solely on money but on introducing new technology. Photo by Pavel Danilyuk on Pexels.com Even though last year’s strike was averted, Rhonda Weiss ‘ 2023 post on LinkedIn shows that the California ports are far from
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.
Managing Services Procurement on a Grand Scale
Art of Procurement
AUGUST 10, 2023
Services represent a large portion of any company’s spend. The criticality of each service category is likely to be based. The post Managing Services Procurement on a Grand Scale appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Do you feel comfortable speaking freely about your thoughts and opinions on sensitive matters?
Procurement Insights
AUGUST 10, 2023
Here are the comments to a post on LinkedIn by Kelly Barner titled “Would ESG by any other name smell as sweet?” JON HANSEN Wow, delicately stepping through the minefield that is political correctness and “just cause” fealty while indirectly quoting Shakespeare. Consider the following points, and tell me who is right and who is wrong: Silent Victims – [link] is an eye-opening piece by Iain Campbell McKenna on the juxtaposition between the benefits of EVs and how the
Podcast | ‘The Death of Globalization’: What Will Take Its Place?
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 10, 2023
Is the age of globalization coming to an end? If so, what will the future of trade look like?
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