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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 07/22/2022-07/28/2022

All Things Supply Chain

Grain exports from Ukraine may resume ‘within days’ Ukraine has announced that the first set of vessels loaded with grain could be leaving the Black Sea ports in a matter…

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Exploring lean procurement: Meaning, process and example

RPF360

Lean procurement means exploring processes to eliminate waste, improve efficiency and accelerate results. Explore how to get started in this blog that includes key definitions, background and an example of how to put lean procurement into action with RFP automation. The post Exploring lean procurement: Meaning, process and example appeared first on RFP360.

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Supplier Registration – Goals, Benefits & Challenges

SCMDOJO

The purchasing department purchases different types of goods and services. However, when you buy something, you may not always know all the suppliers that offer a particular product. Then the Supplier registration form comes in handy. You probably only know a handful of providers. This means that every time you host a sourcing event, the same suppliers bid on the same products at the same prices.

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U.S. Sees Union Boom Despite Employer Opposition

Supply Chain Brain

After years of decline, the American labor movement is experiencing a resurgence — with an increase in popularity of unions and of workers organizing.

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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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Main Pros and Cons of Using the Milk Run in Logistics

All Things Supply Chain

Ever wondered how you could cut down on transportation costs and at the same time improve customer service? Milk run logistics might be your answer.

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What is Accounts Payable? (Definition, Process & Examples)

ProcurePort

• Accounts payable reflect the amounts owed by a company to its creditors or lenders, usually suppliers or vendors of specific products or services. •Accounts payable AP refers to a company’s obligation to its suppliers – its formal documentation warranting payment from the buyer, mostly business in a contractual agreement with a supplier or vendor. […].

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The Big Interview with Robert Copeland

Procurement Heads

How did you get into procurement? I have spent 23 long years in procurement. I graduated back in 1999, joined the Peugeot graduate scheme in Coventry and spent the first few months in the procurement space. I found it a fascinating function to be in and have been there ever since. . I spent several years working in France when I was at Peugeot really learning the pure basics of procurement in the automotive industry buying directs, before moving on back to the UK in FMCG, to Danone, followed by

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What Are the Different Types of Careers in Warehousing?

All Things Supply Chain

Warehouses are a critical element in modern logistics and supply chain management. Without sufficient facilities across the country, it would be a significant challenge for companies to store their goods.

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6 Things a World-Class Strategic Sourcing Team Must Consider

ProcurePort

• Strategic sourcing is a practice in procurement that seeks to utilize a single, integrated process for purchasing and supply chain management. • Strategic sourcing tailors data collection, spend analysis, negotiation, market research, and contracting to achieve profitability and efficiency in purchasing and supply chain management. So, as opposed to sourcing which is the actual […].

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Delivering Step Change Improvements in ESG Performance

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Environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives are rapidly becoming boardroom priorities and companies are increasingly investing in these initiatives to achieve a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Likewise, customers and employees are increasingly demanding that companies are environmentally conscious. More and more companies are adopting a low-carbon footprint and sustainable approach to procurement, and for good reason.

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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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What is Economic Order Quantity & its Advantages

SCMDOJO

Economic order quantity is one of the “most commonly used inventory-control techniques”. The objectives and advantages of Economic Order Qty (EOQ) are to minimize inventory carrying costs and ordering costs while simultaneously limiting the probability of stock out to avoid any lost sales or customer loss. Like safety stock calculations , EOQ is one of the most important equations in supply chain planning.

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Must-Haves Of A Marketing Strategy For The Steel Industry

The Thomas Blog

Raw material availability is a cornerstone of the U.S. industrial sector, and clearly vital to its growth, and s teel continues to be a top product sourced by buyers. But even with the high demand and longevity in the industry, there are still challenges with running a business — whether it's maintaining relationships, building new ones, or generally trying to build a company that's going to last.

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Key Features of Project Management

ProcurePort

• Project management refers to the process of applying managerial practices, skills, and knowledge to manage a project from beginning to end. Project managers work with a team of players or personnel to meet project goals. • Project managers further establish project deliverables: deliverables refer to ‘what needs to be accomplished at every stage of […].

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The Rise of On-Demand Warehousing in a Volatile Property Market

Supply Chain Brain

The tightening of industrial real estate supply, coupled with overflowing inventory and rising rents, has made traditional warehousing an impractical solution for businesses attempting to navigate this new market. .

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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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Cybersecurity experts sound alarm on popular GPS tracker

Strategic Sourceror

With GPS now a ubiquitous part of the digital society, the act of navigation or tracking has never been easier. Location-based apps know where you are and (inevitably) what you are doing, but a widely-available vehicle tracker that retails for $20 could cause significant disruption to the supply chain. A recent report by cybersecurity firm BitSight found at least six severe vulnerabilities in the MiCODUS MV720 tracker, with the analyst identifying a number of organizations that utilize the devic

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Melissa Drew on Fast Talk, AI, and Closing the Gender Gap in Supply Chain

Let's Talk Supply Chain

With a decade hallmarked so far by constant disruption, consumers are more aware of supply chain and how industry shortages , the gender gap in supply chain, and climate events impact their daily lives and local communities. The headlines are keeping a steady stream of supply chain dialogues popping into Twitter and news feeds—there’s even a recent indie-rock album by Jack White named Supply Chain Issues.

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Sustainability can never be achieved without our suppliers

Spend Matters

Categories: Sponsored Article , Supplier Collaboration , Supplier Management , supplier networks Tags: Sponsored Article Whether from customers, investors, governments or regulatory bodies, enterprise organizations are facing pressure from all angles to meet ambitious sustainability pledges. With looming deadlines, no clear path to improvement and the need to balance sustainability against other key business goals, the race is on to satisfy these stakeholders and make concrete progress.

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Europe’s Heat Wave Threatens Key Shipping Waterway

Supply Chain Brain

The water levels in a crucial waterway in Europe’s economic heartland are running dangerously low in the region's searing heat, posing another risk to global supply chains.

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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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Inflation is giving retailers inventory headaches

Strategic Sourceror

Increased levels of inflation might be a global concern, but a slowdown in consumer spending is forcing retailers to make significant price reductions on existing inventory. And while this is good news for the average consumer, there is little doubt that unplanned price reductions will adversely impact the bottom line. CNN reported that Walmart told investors in its latest earnings call that there was a need to apply significant cost reductions to general merchandise such as clothing and big-tic

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Partnering with Procurement to Make Good Things Happen

Una

Partnering with Procurement to Make Good Things Happen. By Hugo Britt | July 28, 2022. The saltwater crocodile is one of the most territorial creatures in the world. The sight of a rival encroaching on its stretch of river will cause a crocodile to leap from lethargy to violence in a split second, and it will not stop until the threat has been driven away or destroyed.

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Prodigo Solutions: Vendor Analysis 2022 Addendum

Spend Matters

Categories: Healthcare Supply Chain Management , Market Intelligence , Procurement Systems & Architecture , Solution Providers , Technology Tags: PRO In this Spend Matters PRO Vendor Analysis Addendum, we provide an update on Prodigo Solutions and its health supply chain management solutions, representing new solution capabilities and growth as of mid-2022.

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Why Suppliers Must Be Part of Cyber-Risk Strategy

Supply Chain Brain

Cybersecurity risks are rising fast, and it’s not enough for you to secure your data and IT systems within the four walls of your enterprise; you need to make sure your suppliers are not exposing you to attacks as well.

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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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2022 Summer of Supply Chain Legislation

Skill Dynamics

The summer of 2022 will be remembered for many things, from soaring temperatures to an unforgettable Women’s Euro championship. However, for supply chain professionals, it will also be remembered as a summer of environmental, social and governance (ESG) legislation. Legislation coming into play. Last year, Germany passed its Act on Corporate Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains.

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Is your organization ready for another potential supply chain blow?

Strategic Sourceror

We're all aware of the situation in ports around the world – major backups, sometimes up to hundreds of ships long, and the kind of general congestion that would make a person with a bad head cold seem fine in comparison. That situation might just get worse before it gets better. On the West Coast of the United States, there is a potential strike brewing which could severely damage logistics, especially for goods coming in from Asia.

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QAD Allocation: Vendor Analysis, 2022 Update (Part 1) — SxM and sourcing solution overview, market analysis and tech selection tips

Spend Matters

Categories: Sourcing , Supplier Information Management , supplier networks , Supplier Performance , Supplier Risk and Compliance Management , Suppliers Tags: PRO Direct materials management is a hot market for procurement solutions with few specialists on the market. QAD Allocation is one of them and it offers specific capabilities for manufacturers to manage their suppliers and to source from them.

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Is Slow Digitalization Deterring Logistics Job Seekers?

Supply Chain Brain

Although momentum is building to automate and digitize freight processes, the logistics industry’s transition to digital tools and automation has lagged behind other sectors.

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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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279: Design and Manage Global Supply Chains, with Unilog

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Today I’m joined by Unilog, the customer-focused experts in the design and management of global supply chains. Unilog specializes in global fulfilment and mission-critical logistics services. Their flexible, customized supply chain solutions, based on best practices and expertise, work seamlessly with internal client operations to ensure time-definite delivery wherever and whenever necessary.

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Creating Value From IT Spend

Una

Creating Value from IT Spend - and Protecting Its Worth. By Hugo Britt | July 26, 2022. As a rule, the business case for investing in IT is well-understood. Technology is essential for spurring growth, creating efficiencies, harnessing innovation, and staying competitive in the digital era. But without a watchful eye on IT spend, ROI can be rapidly eroded by avoidable costs caused by issues such as shadow IT or auto-renewing contracts.

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Can Coupa (and its procurement suite peers) manage supply as well as spend?

Spend Matters

Categories: Solution Providers , Spend Management , Supply Management , Technology Tags: Coupa Inspire , EU , supply We are witnessing a pivotal change in the market for some of the big source-to-pay (S2P) suite players (like Coupa, SAP and their peers) as they move toward a broader platform and ecosystem approach. But can they transcend the business spend management sphere and really go beyond indirect spend management support into the realm of supply [chain] management beyond some of the “basi

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Are Your Exports Affected by Sanctions on Russia? It’s Not Always Easy to Tell

Supply Chain Brain

Sanctions imposed on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine are having an undeniable impact on global supply chains, but individual companies might have a hard time determining precisely how they’re affected.

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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now

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.