Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 15, 2023

The new, sustainable version of “intermodal” could mean combining road and rail with coastal and inland water whenever possible

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 15, 2023

Three reductions involve FedEx Supply Chain facilities, while the remainder affect company Ship Centers.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 15, 2023

The FMC audited MSC’s D&D charges in 2021 after receiving claims that the company issued the same daily rate for both operating and non-operating reefers (NORs).

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 15, 2023

The automaker will use blockchain technology from Vinturas to precisely track the movement of newly built vehicles from its factories to consumers.

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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 Brain

AUGUST 15, 2023

The program changes will allow companies to package and securely ship air cargo while reducing the need for additional security screenings.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 15, 2023

Some brands are helping their suppliers reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Others are dumping new requirements on vendors without shouldering any of the costs.

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Spend Matters

AUGUST 15, 2023

Continuing our series of analyst observations on procurement tech market movements, this week we are considering how vendors strike a balance between providing a simple solution and providing one that enables deep insight and impactful actions. This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read. The post Analyst eye on can ‘simplicity’ and ‘actionability’ coexist?

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 15, 2023

The tool allows carriers to bid on available shipments and receive notifications letting them know if their bid is denied, accepted, or if a counteroffer has been made.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 15, 2023

The Illinois facility includes a loop sorter from Honeywell equipped to process up to 40,000 parcels and packages per hour.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 15, 2023

The Tiburon collected about 100,000 metric tons of Urals crude originally loaded at the Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga from a similar-sized vessel, the Lucia, over the past week.

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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 Dive

AUGUST 15, 2023

Consultants on a Foodservice Packaging Institute webinar detailed results from three recent studies examining packaging recovery and recycling.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 15, 2023

The inaugural edition of the Global Supply Chain Marketing Summit has launched, bringing top-level marketing executives together to network and discuss successful strategies in promoting supply chain products, services and solutions.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

AUGUST 15, 2023

The temptation to reshore manufacturing is growing, but there are pitfalls that can derail a project if proper planning is not part of the process.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 15, 2023

In this upcoming webinar, we will delve into the ripple effect of supply chain destabilization and how it magnifies risk in day-to-day freight operations. We will also showcase how adopting the right visibility technology can help you stay ahead of the curve and effectively minimize various risks by providing you with continuous knowledge of your cargo's exact location and condition.

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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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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 15, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is here. Organizations are no longer asking whether to add AI capabilities, but how they plan to use this quickly emerging technology. In fact, the use of artificial intelligence in business is developing beyond small, use-case specific applications into a paradigm that places AI at the strategic core of business operations.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

AUGUST 15, 2023

Commerce reported that July retail sales, at $696.4 billion, were up 0.7%, from June to July, and up 3.2% annually. NRF reported that July retail sales, which does not include automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants, rose 1% on a seasonally-adjusted basis over June and increased 3.8% annually on an unadjusted basis.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 15, 2023

Imagine embarking on a weight-loss journey without having a scale—it’s like sailing through uncharted waters without a compass. The scale serves as your trusted navigator, providing tangible metrics and keeping you on track. Similarly, comprehending the savings realized in a cloud-cost-optimization journey offers valuable insights into the impact of your efforts.

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HICX

AUGUST 15, 2023

What’s clear from Deloitte’s Global Chief Procurement Officer Survey 2023 is that environmental and social governance (ESG) is now firmly on the corporate agenda. This year, it leapt right up the priority list, from seventh place to second. Elevating ESG, however, is tough to deliver. In practice, it is hugely dependent upon good supplier data, which is notoriously hard to achieve and maintain.

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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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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 15, 2023

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is a global information technology services and consulting company with headquarters in Mumbai, India. TCS has deep expertise in digital and business solutions, engineering, and IT infrastructure services. Since its founding in 1968, TCS has been providing world-class services and consulting to clients, consistently delivering transformational results.

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Una

AUGUST 15, 2023

Why Local Sourcing Is The Best Way To Build Social License Tips for developing positive relationships with local stakeholders, accessing community resources, and fostering sustainability to build a strong social license. By Hugo Britt | August 15, 2023 Search Search The Beatles once sang that Money Can’t Buy Me Love , and this rule holds true for social license.

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Procurement Insights

AUGUST 15, 2023

Yesterday’s post on policy non-compliance has created an “active” discussion on LinkedIn. If you are on LinkedIn I would like to direct to the post and poll to throw your hat into the proverbial ring. Here is the link: If a company policy interfered with your doing a good job, would you bypass it?

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Jaggaer

AUGUST 15, 2023

JAGGAER, a global leader in Autonomous Commerce, today announced that it has been named for the third year in a row as a Sample Vendor in the Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for Artificial Intelligence, 2023.

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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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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 15, 2023

Suzhou Universal Chain Technology Company (hereafter referred to as Suzhou Universal Chain) and IBM China recently announced the successful development of Suzhou Universal Chain’s enterprise application integration platform and business process automation management platform using IBM hybrid cloud and AI software. This was achieved after six months of dedicated efforts and laid the foundation for reshaping the company into a more digitally advanced and intelligent enterprise.

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The Procuretech Podcast

AUGUST 15, 2023

In the second part of our series of live interviews recorded at Procurement Summit in Hamburg, Germany, we dive this time into the practitioner side of digital transformation. Discover how digital transformation and procurement tech is shaping modern procurement leadership, through the captivating stories of three great professionals who joined me in my VW camper van on the exhibition floor.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 15, 2023

In our blog series, we’ve debunked the following observability myths so far: Part 1: You can skip monitoring and rely solely on logs Part 2: Observability is built exclusively for SREs Part 3: Observability is only relevant and beneficial for large-scale systems or complex architectures In this article, we will focus on the misconception that “observability is always expensive.” We’ll highlight the significance of cost-effective observability solutions.

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Shapiro Negotiations Institute

AUGUST 15, 2023

The ability to be inspired may fuel incredible achievement in the fast-paced world of business. The drivers that light up enthusiasm and encourage creativity within companies are business keynote speakers. Shapiro Negotiations, an internationally recognized leader in coaching and training in negotiation, is at the forefront of this revolutionary movement.

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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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Procurement Insights

AUGUST 15, 2023

My career has spanned many decades – and yes, 64 is the new 46, during which I have had the opportunity to meet, talk with at length and do business with some amazing people. That is one of the main benefits of hosting and guesting 900 podcasts and several television and terrestrial radio shows. In short, it is the relationships you forge and what you learn along the way that is the real benefit.

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Procurement Software

AUGUST 15, 2023

Category management software was one of the final frontiers for procuretech. Along with services procurement and automated negotiation bots, this is a tougher nut to crack than procure-to-pay. Not any more. There are now four category strategy software solutions on the market who cite this as their primary feature. Add to that list the additional suites and best-of-breeds who also include certain aspects of category management in their offering.

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