More U.S.-based companies to shift supply chain operations into Americas: report
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Reducing touch points and increasing proximity to manufacturing and procurement locations is a priority for firms, according to KPMG.
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Holiday Season Will Bring Lower Prices, Leaner Supply Chains, Survey Finds
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2024
With only 27 days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, this holiday shopping season is shorter than normal, prompting consumers to avoid the last-minute shopping spree
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As FedEx and UPS surcharges grow, competitors see an opportunity
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Added fees from the delivery giants are clashing with heightened shipping discounts, but customers have options to limit the impact, experts say.
The Role of Supply Chain Planning Leaders in Change Initiatives
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2024
While many recognize the need to upskill and reskill supply chain planners, most aren't placing enough emphasis on building planners’ confidence and giving them the space to innovate.
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.
Volkswagen opens port facility in Texas
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Up to 140,000 vehicles for Volkswagen and its brands like Audi and Porsche will be processed annually at Port Freeport to support Central and Western U.S. dealers.
An Effective Productivity Tool – Cash Conversion Cycle
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 15, 2024
What do you often think about business growth? What is the heck behind lean productivity, profitability, and good relations with suppliers and customers? This is how Cost and value are distributed throughout the Supply Chain. Business Growth, Profitability, and internal and external customer relationships solely depend on Cost. Even so, the game-changer in the fast-paced business world is how well you manage the Cash Conversion Cycle throughout the Supply Chain.
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Ferromex, Union Pacific Suspend Grain Shipments into Mexico After Derailment
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Although the track at the derailment site has been reopened, the permit suspension will remain in place until the current train lineup is cleared.
Save A Lot to open micro-fulfillment center in Brooklyn
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The discount grocer partnered with Fabric and Uber and will continue to expand its on-demand delivery operation across New York City.
Uganda Plans $600M Rail Line to Connect Proposed Port
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The line will connect with a €2.7 billion ($2.9 billion) track that will link Uganda’s capital of Kampala to Malaba at the border with Kenya.
Dick’s Sporting Goods bolsters production, sourcing tech
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The sports retailer aims to increase supplier engagement and reliability as well as monitor production processes through Inspectorio’s AI-powered platform.
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
USDA Launches Probe into Handling of Boar's Head Listeria Outbreak
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Boar's Head recalled more than seven million pounds of deli meat nationwide, and shut down the Jarratt, Virginia, plant the tainted meat originated from.
Bassett Furniture contends with Hurricane Helene, port strike disruptions
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
One of the company’s distribution centers was offline following the storm, with shipments delayed up to two weeks.
Watch: Are Self-Piloting Ships on the Way?
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Susan Riitala and Thor Malouf, London-based partners in the Shipping and Transportation Group of global law firm Reed Smith LLP, discuss the coming of autonomous cargo vessels.
DoorDash expands grocery delivery partnerships
Supply Chain Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The company continues to link up with regional and specialty grocers as it bolsters its delivery services beyond restaurants.
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.
Tips for Effective Industrial Equipment Maintenance
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Industrial equipment is exposed to constant wear-and-tear and they may deteriorate faster than expected when it’s not properly maintained. As investments, these machines cost you a lot of money to procure and the least you could do is allow them to get damaged, leading to unwanted repair costs on top of having to buy expensive replacement parts. The lack of effective maintenance can also lead to problems in the production line.
Shift to Circularity - Closing the Loop
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2024
What are the biggest challenges when dealing with a new circularity landscape? Not just regulatory, but also ESG pressure from consumers, clients, and investors. We would like to highlight the challenges from the voice of a customer to understand how they are dealing with it, and what is a good place for others to start.
Emerging Career Trends and Opportunities for Purchasing Agents
Procurement Freelancers
OCTOBER 15, 2024
As a buying agent, are you concerned about your future, your professional advancement, and job… The post Emerging Career Trends and Opportunities for Purchasing Agents first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Google to Use Nuclear Power for AI Data Centers
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The plans still have to be approved by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, as well as local agencies.
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.
JAGGAER Awarded Gold Medal from EcoVadis for Sustainability Performance
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
JAGGAER recognized for its business sustainability commitments and performance Research Triangle, NC, 15th October, 2024 : JAGGAER, a global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration, today announces it has been awarded a Gold Medal from EcoVadis for its sustainability performance. The Gold Medal places JAGGAER among the top 5% of all companies rated by EcoVadis in the 12 months prior.
A Tale Of Two ProcureTech Demos
Procurement Insights
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Here is the review of a demo about which I wrote on Friday: Globality Demo > The Road to the ProcureTech Cup: Episode 25-06 (Click on the link to access and watch the demo) Here is my take on the Globality Demo: From what I saw, it is an excellent application, but nothing unique compared to what I have seen in many other demos. There is a component or element that can read text and allow the buying group to consolidate and coordinate the information it uses – think of it as a Globality versi
JAGGAER Awarded Gold Medal from EcoVadis for Sustainability Performance
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
JAGGAER recognized for its business sustainability commitments and performance Research Triangle, NC, 15th October, 2024 : JAGGAER, a global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration, today announces it has been awarded a Gold Medal from EcoVadis for its sustainability performance. The Gold Medal places JAGGAER among the top 5% of all companies rated by EcoVadis in the 12 months prior.
Inbound Logistics: What’s the First Thing You Would Do to Combat Cargo Theft?
Arkestro
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The post Inbound Logistics: What’s the First Thing You Would Do to Combat Cargo Theft? appeared first on Arkestro.
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.
JAGGAER Awarded Gold Medal from EcoVadis for Sustainability Performance
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
JAGGAER recognized for its business sustainability commitments and performance Research Triangle, NC, 15th October, 2024 : JAGGAER, a global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration, today announces it has been awarded a Gold Medal from EcoVadis for its sustainability performance. The Gold Medal places JAGGAER among the top 5% of all companies rated by EcoVadis in the 12 months prior.
Success with savings tracking (NOT in Excel) - Paul Gurr from Provalido
The Procuretech Podcast
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads sits down with Paul Gurr, founder of Provalido, to dive into the nuances of building and managing a high-impact savings pipeline. From stakeholder alignment to identifying various different savings and value-driving categories, we drill down into key strategies and share insights to give your budgeting process a nudge in the right direction this Q4.
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