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The Importance of Packaging in Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

FSC-certified packaging systems, such as packaging from Packaging World and other reputable eco-friendly packaging suppliers, are made from forest products, such as wood and paper, sourced from recycled sources and well-managed forests. In addition, packaging improves the efficacy and efficiency of retail supply chains.

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How to Efficiently Delivery Goods to Your Vending Machine Locations!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Establish Strong Supplier Relationships Developing strong relationships with your suppliers is also a vital aspect of efficient delivery. Communicate your delivery needs and expectations clearly to your suppliers to ensure a steady and timely flow of inventory.

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How Digital Tools Transform Cost Estimation in Procurement

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Transparent Costs and Building Strong Supplier Relationships: Discover the valuable role transparency plays in building trust with customers and suppliers. Transparent Costs: Building Better Supplier Relationships Digital tools provide precise breakdowns of labor, materials, and fees, which helps you bring transparency to the table.

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Selling Into the EU? Time to Start Preparing for the Digital Product Passport

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Brewster notes that a recent survey by Impinj of retail supply chain professionals which found 49% concerned about their ability to meet the requirements, and 37% saying they don’t expect to meet the EU’s deadline. It’s talking to suppliers to understand what we already have, where are the gaps, and how we can fill them.”

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

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

You will learn: Best practices for identifying and mitigating forced labor risks before they become compliance issues 🔍 How analytics and human subject matter experts can help companies anticipate enforcement actions, identify high-risk suppliers, and adjust sourcing strategies before issues arise 📊 How companies have successfully navigated (..)

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Kohl’s shifts inventory strategy to curb tariff impact

Supply Chain Dive

“Were making those choices real time and working very closely with our supplier and vendor base to proactively offset any imports,” Timm told analysts. Dive Insight: Kohl’s is working to reduce its exposure to countries subject to elevated U.S.

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Lowe’s to maintain competitive pricing structure despite tariffs

Supply Chain Dive

Ellison added that Lowe’s has also cultivated and developed relationships with its suppliers for the last six years. Dive Insight: Lowe’s has made strategic efforts to diversify its supply chain to navigate the impact of U.S. This is when those relationships start to pay off,” he said.