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Agentic AI in Supply Chains: The Future of Decision Making

SCMDOJO

They can proactively identify risks, optimize processes in real time, and even negotiate supplier contracts without human oversight. Flexport AI Flexport AI is revolutionizing logistics and freight forwarding by integrating AI-driven automation into shipment tracking and route planning.

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Ways to Reduce Supply Chain Lead Times!

Supply Chain Game Changer

By working closely with suppliers, you can negotiate better terms, monitor supplier performance, and identify opportunities for lead time reduction. Last-mile delivery optimization: The last-mile delivery , which is the final stage of the supply chain, can be time-consuming and costly.

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🎄 Holiday Crunch, Generative AI, and Tariff Talk – Don’t Miss Out

Let's Talk Supply Chain

‍ Recent articles within the past three months have highlighted the critical importance of tariff negotiations and their ‍impact on global supply chains.

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What Is A Pre AND Post-Implementation Case Study: Here Is One For the Cosmetics Industry

Procurement Insights

Savings Potential: 10-20% by reducing external reliance or negotiating rates. Savings Potential: 5-10% through route optimization and carrier deals. Savings Potential: 5-10% by optimizing contracts. Reason: Moderate savings from rate negotiations, though usage may be modest. Utilities and Energy: 5% ($3.75

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How AI and Automation are Transforming Manufacturing Supply Chains

Jaggaer

Tools and methods used include real-time tracking, RFID, and AI-driven route optimization. Source-to-pay platforms such as JAGGAER, and in particular sourcing software such as JAGGAER Advanced Sourcing Optimizer, are especially effective for complex categories such as logistics.

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3 Ways a TMS Platform Offsets Inflated Shipping Costs

Supply Chain Collaborator

Using TMS and route optimizers to plan more efficient shipments , a shipper can significantly reduce lead times and shrink dwell times. Supporting Stronger Carrier Management & Contract Negotiation. Finding Capacity. Consistently Providing Timely Scheduling of Pickups/Deliveries.

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How generative AI will revolutionize supply chain 

IBM Supply Chain Blog

From demand forecasting to route optimization, inventory management and risk mitigation, the applications of generative AI are limitless. Generative AI, with its ability to autonomously generate solutions to complex problems, will revolutionize every aspect of the supply chain landscape.