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How Will 3D and 4D Printing Change Your Supply Chain?

All Things Supply Chain

At the beginning of Terminator 2, Sarah Connor has a surreal moment when she realizes she must trust her previous nemesis, played by Schwarzenegger, to protect her son from a…

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Procurement: The Startup’s New Best Friend?

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A fact has been striking me for a while. Innovation labs and incubators have multiplied in major corporations to try to find the next startup that will rejuvenate their business models. In the last years, this approach been seen as the Holy Grail to unlocking innovation of enterprises. Often, we see suppliers to the enterprise participating in the incubators.

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What’s Driving Increased Expenses in the Trucking Industry

Supply Chain Brain

Motor-carrier costs rose 7.7% in 2019, according to the latest annual report by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI).

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Barriers to digital procurement: What is stopping companies from doing just the basics?

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Let’s look at the size of companies that are digitally transforming and those that aren’t — and let’s examine some of the barriers to digital procurement that leave businesses stuck with time-consuming and risky workflows. Smaller companies typically don’t have the transaction volume or an existing ERP system that make the business case for upgrading […].

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“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 Weekly Wrap-Up: 02/28/20 – 03/05/20

All Things Supply Chain

China’s factory activity slumps in February China’s factory activity slumps in February, after the world’s second largest economy has been hit by the coronavirus outbreak.

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Collaboration, Procurement with Purpose and the Entente Cordiale…

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Last week, round 40 Procurement leaders got together in the very pleasant surroundings of the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London to talk about collaboration, and to celebrate Ivalua’s increased presence in the UK. The Procurement technology firm was founded in France in 2000 and has become very strong in the US, as well as in its homeland and other continental European countries.

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Six Ways Health Systems Can Save Millions in 2020

Supply Chain Brain

The use of information systems in healthcare has accelerated dramatically over the past decade.

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16 Questions that Keep Supply Chain Managers Up at Night! (Infographic)

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Disintermediation of the Supply Chain! Questions that keep Supply Chain Managers up at night article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Katherine Barrios at xeneta.com. With so many things currently happening on the container shipping front, we bet supply chain and logistics managers are having a hard time focusing.

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Ivalua NOW 2020 to Showcase How Organizations Can Transform the World with Smart Procurement

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Premier event for Procurement & Supply Chain practitioners will showcase latest technological innovations and extensive line-up of industry leaders. REDWOOD CITY, Calif. , March 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, today announced the agenda for the U.S. edition of its marquee annual event series, Ivalua NOW 2020.

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Global Disruption Due to COVID-19 Removes Decades of Supply Chain Inertia – Now What?

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The post Global Disruption Due to COVID-19 Removes Decades of Supply Chain Inertia – Now What? appeared first on The Network Effect.

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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

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Businesses Are Preparing for the Blockchain Revolution

Supply Chain Brain

As interesting as cryptocurrencies might be, the highlight of the show is the technology behind them: blockchain.

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Jumping on a Bandwagon? Pros and Cons of On-Demand Warehousing!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Keys to Success in Warehouse Management/Order Fulfillment! (Video). On-Demand Warehousing article and permission to publish here provided by Will Schneider at Fulfillmentcompanies.net. Suffering from order growth overwhelm? I’ve been there. And right now, you might be thinking of giving this new-fangled on-demand warehousing a go.

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The Journey to Agile Acquisition: A market trends report for Government Procurement

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The post The Journey to Agile Acquisition: A market trends report for Government Procurement appeared first on Ivalua.

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6 Benefits of Industrial Automation

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The post 6 Benefits of Industrial Automation appeared first on The Network Effect.

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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.

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For Global Supply Chains, the Bar Has Been Raised on Emissions Reporting

Supply Chain Brain

Global businesses are having to work harder these days to get in line with a voluntary standard on the reporting of greenhouse gas emissions.

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SpendHQ Named Finalist for Procurement Leaders World Procurement Awards 2020

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The post SpendHQ Named Finalist for Procurement Leaders World Procurement Awards 2020 appeared first on SpendHQ.

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Desjardins Selects Ivalua & Fluxym to Enable Source-to-Settle Transformation

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The largest financial cooperative in Canada will leverage Ivalua to streamline sourcing execution processes to increase value across the supply lifecycle. REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, and Fluxym, a leading services implementor in the Source-to-Pay market, today announced that Desjardins Group, a financial services organization based in Lévis, has selected Ivalua’s Source-to-Contract suite in

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Global Disruption Due to COVID-19 Removes Decades of Supply Chain Inertia – Now What?

The Network Effect

The post Global Disruption Due to COVID-19 Removes Decades of Supply Chain Inertia – Now What? appeared first on The Network Effect.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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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Company Culture and the Leader-Follower Relationship

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The leader-follower relationship is the singular most important relationship in any organization, especially if that organization claims to prioritize company culture. A positive leader is one who is uplifting and supportive, who doesn’t need a scapegoat every time something minor goes wrong. They’re quick to forgive, and slow to punish, and the entire team feels as though their best interests are taken to heart by their leader.

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Claritum eProcurement in Chinese Language

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Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Claritum processes its first transaction in Chinese. Bath, UK (March 3, 2020) – Claritum, a provider of cloud-based spend management solutions, today announced that the Claritum platform had processed the first of many transactions using a Chinese language (Mandarin) interface and Chinese Yuan as the currency. With the Claritum system being accessible worldwide, from the Cloud, we see many different languages being used to transact purchases.

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Paris EN – Cancelled Popup

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With the coronavirus continuing to spread in Europe and the world, we’re sorry to inform you that we have decided to cancel Ivalua NOW Paris. The health and safety of our guests, teams and their families is our top priority. Nevertheless, we are working on scheduling a series of webcasts featuring customer stories and Ivalua updates during the event days.

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Promotional Products – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Protect Your Brand Image and Check out New Trends for 2020

Ms. Category Management

Promotional Products, there's been a huge uptick in the amount of crazy promotional products that are being sent. So what gives? Read more to find out!

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

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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Coronavirus Exposes Global Supply Chain Fragility!

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Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Disaster Strikes!!! Is Your Supply Chain Ready To Recover? Disaster Recovery Planning and Risk Management processes are foundational elements of any effective Supply Chain operation and strategy. For those who have ignored putting these mechanisms in place you are assuredly now in deep trouble with the Coronavirus situation at hand.

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Claritum eProcurement in Chinese Language

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Claritum processes its first transaction in Chinese. Bath, UK (March 3, 2020) – Claritum, a provider of cloud-based spend management solutions, today announced that the Claritum platform had processed the first of many transactions using a Chinese language (Mandarin) interface and Chinese Yuan as the currency. With the Claritum system being accessible worldwide, from the Cloud, we see many different languages being used to transact purchases.

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Paris FR – Cancelled Popup

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Avec la situation sanitaire actuelle, due au développement du Covid-19 en Europe et plus largement dans le monde, nous sommes au regret de devoir annuler Ivalua NOW Paris. Préserver la santé et la sécurité de nos invités, des équipes et de leurs familles est une priorité pour nous. Cependant, nous nous organisons pour vous proposer une série de webcast aux mêmes dates, dans lesquels vous retrouverez les interventions clients ainsi que les dernières nouveautés Ivalua.

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Ivalua NOW 2020 to Showcase How Organizations Can Transform the World with Smart Procurement

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Premier event for Procurement & Supply Chain practitioners will showcase latest technological innovations and extensive line-up of industry leaders. REDWOOD CITY, Calif. , March 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, today announced the agenda for the U.S. edition of its marquee annual event series, Ivalua NOW 2020.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

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

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Space Planning: Could You Run Out of Space in Your Warehouse too?

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Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What’s the Difference Between Logistics and Distribution? . “We are out of space!” “What? We’re only in the middle of September.” “The receiving docks are backed up. We have trucks in the parking lot waiting to unload their goods. There are even more containers on their way.

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Procurement Digitization: The Key To Price Transparency And Healthcare Transformation

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Cost information in healthcare is not only opaque to patients, it’s also unclear to providers. Healthcare continues to be a source of major concern in the United States, with recent polling indicating it is the number one issue to voters in the 2020 elections. Availability and cost, which are closely related, are the key reasons for this. Despite greater past media attention on pharmaceutical pricing, the single greatest contributor to overall healthcare costs (a whopping 18 percent of the U.S.