All Things Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Governments worldwide have taken notice of the effect of global warming on the planet. Businesses worldwide rely on supply chains every single day for importing and exporting.
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The agency has reached several new agreements with consolidators that align with its long-term transformation plan, despite concerns of service impacts.
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Procurement Leaders
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
There’s no doubt that chief procurement officers are being asked to contribute to board-level discussions more frequently. There are many reasons for this, and a call last week with many of our CPO members identified what some of those are. CPOs have an ever-brightening spotlight shining on their ability to deliver resilience, financial return and ESG impact.
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
GE Appliances is a subsidiary of Haier Smart Home, a Shanghai-based company that purchased them from GE in 2016. Until. The post Advancements & Adjustments in the GE Appliances Supply Chain appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
Despite a temporary lull, this hurricane season is shaping up to be one of the worst on record, as storm after storm pummels large swaths of the country.
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The agency's proposal would add an extra day in transit for some volume at post offices far away from its major processing plants.
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SCMDOJO
SEPTEMBER 7, 2024
Imagine a world where your products are always in stock, orders are shipped instantly, and returns are processed seamlessly. Sounds like a dream, right? The key to achieving this supply chain utopia lies in understanding the different types of warehouses and their strategic roles. Let’s dive in and discover the world of warehouses together. Importance of Warehouses in Supply Chain Management Warehouses play a pivotal role in the efficient functioning of supply chain management.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Consumer shipping habits may be echoing retailers’ more cautious inventory strategies.
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In an evolution of THE Alliance, Ocean Network Express, Hyundai Merchant Marine and Yang Ming Marine will cooperate on trade lanes starting in 2025.
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
“Everyone has an opinion about facility services in your buildings, so you’re always trying to accommodate multiple stakeholders and juggle. The post Calculating the Cost of Convenience in Facilities Management appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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
Procurement Freelancers
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Selecting the correct items to sell might be difficult. You hunt vendors for hours, bargain… The post Why Dropshipping is a Lucrative Opportunity for Sourcing Agents first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Investing in strategic carrier relationships now will yield long-term benefits when the market tightens, and carriers face capacity constraints
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The shipping lines’ deal to swap slots and share vessels will start in 2025 and last for three years.
Procurement Bulletin
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
No Technology for YOU As countries keep slapping new tariffs (e.g. semiconductor chips), the U.S. has announced new tariffs on exports of advanced technology such quantum computers. While not the only country to not want to share with others, other countries such as the UK and Netherlands also have similar technology tariffs in place. Canada Sets Stricter Import Requirements from Europe According to Transport Canada, there has been a rash of suspicious cargo originating from Europe that carried
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.
Supply Chain Trend
SEPTEMBER 7, 2024
In his book Co-Intelligence , Ethan Mollick suggests firstly to invite AI to the table in everything you do. And secondly to make sure to be the human the loop that works with AI. Working with AI/GenAI is a skill that can be developed. Prompting GenAI certainly takes practice and Mollick provides some interesting and well thought through prompt examples.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Today, with the emergence of artificial intelligence, our predictive capabilities are transforming before our eyes, generating forward-thinking insights into the supply chain as never before.
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The age of the labor force will play an important role in companies’ workforce development in coming years, the institute noted.
Procurement Express
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
In today’s digital landscape, affiliate marketing has emerged as a powerful avenue for businesses seeking to boost their revenue. With the right strategies and insights, affiliate marketers can turn clicks into significant cash flow. Robert Brandl, a prominent super affiliate and founder of Email Tool Tester, shares his journey and expertise in this dynamic field.
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.
HICX
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Voice of the Supplier Survey 2024 Effective communication is the backbone of any successful supply chain management strategy. As businesses strive to strengthen their supplier relationships, understanding the suppliers’ perspective is key to making meaningful improvements in this area. And there remains a lot of work to be done here. Our 2024 Voice of the Supplier survey reveals some critical insight: almost half of the suppliers surveyed (48%) feel that their most important customer could
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The fact that employees spend many paid work hours on clerical tasks doesn’t help a company's bottom line.
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The carriers both made adjustments to the fees in recent weeks, but a soft demand environment is giving shippers room to negotiate.
Procurement Insights
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: Before reading today’s post, please do so now if you haven’t read the previous post —Finally, No GenAI Hocus Pocus (A new DUET?) — because it will provide the needed context regarding today’s blog entry. I recently asked ChatGPT the following questions, to which I received the following answers: When did Zycus introduce Merlin?
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.
CPO Rising
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Fridays (in 2024) means that it’s time for another CPO Rising Listicle. Each list will include a variety of procurement tips, trends, insights, research, lists, strategies, and/or recommendations designed to help… The post CPO Rising Listicle: 8 Reasons Why a CPO Needs a Strong Strategic Sourcing Operation appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Sales and operations planning is experiencing both a renaissance and a revolutionary transition, thanks to rapid technological innovation and the aftermath of the COVID-19 epidemic.
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
While groups like the National Association of Manufacturers claim the exemption benefits domestic production, others say it erodes the U.S. industry’s competitive edge and forces factory closures.
Art of Procurement
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post Procurement 6 – September 13th, 2024 appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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
Procurement Freelancers
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Securing the best deal while maintaining strong supplier relationships is one of the tasks of… The post Powerful Contract Negotiation Tips for Procurement Pros first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
China’s directive comes at a time most major Chinese carmakers are looking to localize manufacturing so as to avoid tariffs on Chinese-made EVs.
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
After the world's only strategic maple reserve dwindled to a 16-year low, the industry is rebuilding in the face of continued climate challenges.
Arkestro
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Webinars / Maximize Impact: Achieving Competitive Outcomes with One Supplier Maximize Impact: Achieving Competitive Outcomes with One Supplier A conversation with Spend Matters. Summary: In today’s rapidly evolving market, procurement professionals are under immense pressure to optimize efficiency and effectiveness amidst increasing volumes of activities and static team sizes.
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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