ProcurePort
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
In today’s business world, time is crucial and competition is fierce. Being efficient is not just an advantage, it’s necessary for survival. Organizations, big and small, try to navigate through complex situations, improve processes, cut costs, and maximize their employees’ abilities. Innovation and evolution create Procure-to-Pay process automation.
Supply Chain Dive
JANUARY 30, 2024
Risk is sparing no mode of transportation in 2024, as geopolitics, labor talks, freight demand and capacity fluctuations will continue to alter supply chain strategies.
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Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 31, 2024
Robotics and technology companies have doubled down on development of applications to support the supply chain, especially in the warehouse.
Procurement Templates
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
So, you’ve probably heard of the visionary architectural Neom Project. But what is it like to work in a country like Saudi Arabia? Saudi Arabia stands as a dynamic economic force in the Middle East, driven by its oil-rich resources and strategic investments in diversified sectors. Its Vision 2030 initiative reflects a commitment to economic transformation and diversification, creating a myriad of opportunities for both local and expatriate professionals.
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.
Procurement Leaders
JANUARY 28, 2024
As we, and more than 40 CPOs from our global community of leaders, embark on the process of judging the World Procurement Awards 2024 , it was a privilege to look through many of the entries before our panel of experts get stuck into the process this coming week. It’s reassuring and inspiring to see both the impact being made by procurement, but also the passion with which those working in the function are going about their business.
Supply Chain Dive
JANUARY 29, 2024
Sales growth outpaced inventory in the third quarter for the first time since the pandemic began, according to Telsey Advisory Group analysts.
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Spend Matters
JANUARY 31, 2024
This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of Prewave, a solution built to reduce risks in supply chains. It offers a comprehensive risk assessment product that encompasses various risk dimensions, including operational risks (business continuity) and sustainability. Organizations must embed risk management in their practices as they navigate a business climate currently defined by increasing risk factors and disruptions, such as supply disruptions, rising costs and declining service l
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Reshoring Institute Executive Director Rosemary Coates got a first-hand look at Foxconn’s Tijuana manufacturing site and saw what is possible when companies invest in nearshoring.
Supply Chain Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Skills gaps and talent shortages are most severe in areas related to automation, AI adoption and the green economy, a new report says.
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 28, 2024
By removing bottlenecks in the supply chain, companies can reduce inventory and operating expense, while enhancing throughput and overall effectiveness.
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
Spend Matters
JANUARY 29, 2024
For several years now, Spend Matters has been collecting and publishing a series of articles about procurement, supply and services trends for the year ahead from expert tech and service providers in the market. Our series runs from mid-December to end-January, then our senior analysts will wrap up with their own take on the key themes that emerge. In no order of preference, today let’s hear from Justin Dillon, CEO of supply chain risk management solution provider, FRDM , one of Spend Matters 50
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
JANUARY 31, 2024
As reverse logistics becomes a bigger focus for brands, collaboration between stakeholders is becoming a must.
Supply Chain Dive
JANUARY 29, 2024
The Industrial Innovation Fund is expanding its scope to include transportation-related investments, according to its director.
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 29, 2024
Overall, the report found most executives are feeling optimistic about business. Less than 10% of respondents expected sales to decrease year-over-year.
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.
Spend Matters
JANUARY 29, 2024
This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an updated overview of Sphera’s SCRM solution, a solution built to improve supply chain resilience by tackling both predictable and unpredictable risks. Sphera SCRM is the new name of riskmethods, an SCRM specialist that was founded in 2013 and has been extensively covered by Spend Matters. Although Sphera (the company, not the SCRM module) is a few years younger than riskmethods, it acquired riskmethods in 2022 to complete its ESG-focused offering with r
IBM Supply Chain Blog
JANUARY 29, 2024
Recent years have witnessed an explosion in the proliferation of self-storage units. These large, warehouse units have sprung up nationally as a booming industry because of one reason—the average person now has more possessions than they know what to do with. The same basic situation also plagues the world of IT. We’re in the midst of an explosion of data.
Supply Chain Dive
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
The company wants products entering its facilities to move as efficiently as items being delivered to customers.
Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 29, 2024
The awards, announced January 25, will make considerable investments in intermodal freight infrastructure.
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.
Spend Matters
JANUARY 30, 2024
For several years now, Spend Matters has been collecting and publishing a series of articles about procurement, supply and services trends for the year ahead from expert tech and service providers in the market. Our series runs from mid-December through January, and then our senior analysts will wrap up with their own take on the key themes that emerge.
Procurement Leaders
JANUARY 29, 2024
In association with SAP: Discover the actions and capabilities that are enabling leading organisations to improve supply chain visibility
Supply Chain Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
The industry is at the beginning of a possible growth cycle, but manufacturers are likely to be slow to start hiring again, economists say.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Held on February 5th - February 7th, 2024, at Caesars Forum, Manifest Vegas will provide unrivaled networking, learning and exploring opportunities for attendees.
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.
SCMDOJO
JANUARY 31, 2024
Are you considering a career in supply chain management? Curious about the salaries to expect? Look no further! In this article, we will explore the wide range of salaries in supply chain management, from entry-level positions to executive roles for each region. Supply chain management is a rapidly growing industry. It plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient movement of goods from production to consumption.
Procurement Bulletin
JANUARY 28, 2024
Shipping via an Arctic Route Near You As shipping costs start to rise again due to climate effects at the Panama Canal and Houthi Rebel attacks in the Middle-East, interest in shipping routes via the Arctic is gaining renewed interest. Shipping via Arctic routes could save up to 40% in distance travelled compared to shipping via the Suez Canal. No British Cheese for You!
Supply Chain Dive
JANUARY 31, 2024
The freight forwarder trimmed about 15% of its workforce as part of its cost reduction efforts.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
M ost organizations still have a long way to go before they can declare their supply chains to be “zero waste.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Art of Procurement
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
In 2005, Amazon revolutionized eCommerce delivery expectations with their 2-day Prime delivery service. All of a sudden, every other retailer. The post The Drone Final Mile Becomes Reality appeared first on Art of Procurement.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
JANUARY 29, 2024
A study from global manufacturing tech firm TRIGO finds that one-third of late deliveries in aerospace manufacturing are the result of the end customer and not the supplier.
Supply Chain Dive
JANUARY 31, 2024
“Perhaps the business is worth more to someone else,” CEO Carol Tomé said on a Q4 earnings call.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Brian Pacula, partner in the Operations Excellence practice of West Monroe, tells how manufacturers and supply chains are prioritizing their spend on technology in the post-pandemic era.
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
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