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JUNE 23, 2025

Organizations today operate in an environment that demands agility, precision, and forward-thinking strategies to stay ahead of the competition. For Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) and their teams, selecting the right Source-to-Contract (S2C) solution is an essential step toward strategic procurement transformation. This decision shapes the efficiency of procurement operations, impacts stakeholder perceptions, and creates measurable business value.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 23, 2025

Over the past few months we have published about 30 articles as part of our Procurement Digital Transformation Survival Guide series. This content allowed us to explore how procurement transformation really happens, from shifting mindsets to implementing technology. The insights came from multiple perspectives: practitioners, technology leaders and those deep in the middle of change.

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All Things Supply Chain

JUNE 23, 2025

Logistics is more than moving boxes from A to B, it is a living network that touches every part of our lives.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 21, 2025

The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! In an increasingly globalized world, logistics and transportation have taken center stage in the successful operations of businesses worldwide. Emerging from the shadows of standard methods, custom logistics and transportation platforms are shaping the future of the supply chain industry. Understanding Custom Logistics and Transportation Platforms Custom logistics and transportation platforms are bespoke software systems, meticulously designed to cater to

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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.

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Supply Chain Dive

JUNE 23, 2025

Skip to main content CONTINUE TO SITE ➞ Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. Daily Dive M-F Operations Weekly Every Tuesday Procurement Weekly Every Thursday Logistics Weekly Every Wednesday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 23, 2025

In the Executive Summary to this use case series on ‘Improving Expense Management for Financial Forecasting and Control,’ we outlined five phases to help organizations improve forecasting accuracy and financial control by aligning finance and procurement in the management of employee-driven expenses, particularly travel, reimbursements and corporate card spend.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 22, 2025

Resilience is the New Critical Supply Chain Strategy! Business is all about making as much money as possible while keeping people hooked on your brand. Longevity is so key and you have to ensure that you are going to be around for a long time. So many businesses will last only so long because they will not take the long-term factors into account and build resilience.

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Supply Chain Dive

JUNE 23, 2025

Skip to main content Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. Daily Dive M-F Operations Weekly Every Tuesday Procurement Weekly Every Thursday Logistics Weekly Every Wednesday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 22, 2025

White Paper: Projected Adoption of Hansen Fit Technologies (2025–2075) Abstract This white paper outlines the projected adoption trajectories and anticipated impacts of Hansen’s Metaprise, agent-based automation, and strand commonality models in procurement and supply chains. These advanced paradigms collectively support procurement’s evolution toward full transparency, predictive capabilities, and strategic agility, transforming the global procurement landscape across the next five decades.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 22, 2025

Stop the firefighting! Paul Webb, supply chain industry principal with Coupa, explains how AI and scenario planning can help companies adopt a proactive stance toward future disruptions and uncertainties.

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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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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 22, 2025

Subscribe Leadership Techniques To Inspire Your Team! Workplaces function best when there is a foundation of trust between employees and leadership. When managers are open about company goals, challenges, and expectations, employees feel more engaged and valued. However, when transparency is lacking, uncertainty takes over, resulting in lower morale, decreased productivity, and a workforce that feels disconnected from leadership.

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Supply Chain Dive

JUNE 23, 2025

Skip to main content Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. Daily Dive M-F Operations Weekly Every Tuesday Procurement Weekly Every Thursday Logistics Weekly Every Wednesday By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 23, 2025

So, What’s The Alternative? The Hansen Model becomes the post-2050 standard because it uniquely transforms procurement into a self-optimizing, predictive ecosystem that masters complexity, ensures sustainability, and delivers measurable value. Its core frameworks— strand commonality for data unity, agent-based AI for autonomy, and Metaprise for collaboration —prove indispensable in a world demanding real-time resilience and ethical agility.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 22, 2025

To achieve digital transformation, supply chains must look beyond traditional methods to new technologies that can streamline operations, reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction.

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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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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 22, 2025

Subscribe Supply Chain Alone Can’t Solve Sustainability But it Has a Part to Play! There is a lot to consider when choosing suppliers. How reputable are they? And how much does their service cost? One trait that is becoming increasingly important is social responsibility. Is a supplier’s practices ethical? If so, it could be worth sharing this information with the world.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 23, 2025

  Today I’m joined by the most recommended real-time transportation visibility platform in the world, Shippeo. Shippeo is a global leader in real-time multimodal transportation visibility, helping major shippers and logistics service providers operate more resilient, sustainable, and customer-centric supply chains. Today Chris Mazza, Senior Vice President of International Growth at Shippeo, will be talking all about Shippeo and what they do; how current geopolitical disruptions are impacting s

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 23, 2025

Hansen’s Metaprise, Agent-based, and Strand Commonality models establish the blueprint , while future-state tech trends provide the technological muscle — making procurement ecosystems smarter, faster, more ethical, and more resilient at every stage. The two complement one another to create a strategically coherent and technologically executable procurement future.

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Supply Chain Dive

JUNE 23, 2025

"Doing more with less is at the heart of sustainability and at the heart of resilience," according to VP of Engineering James Hawkins.

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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.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 21, 2025

6 Ways to Attract Investors to Your Startup Business! Unicorn startups, or private companies valued at over $1 billion, are the rising stars in the tech world. While flashy consumer-facing products like social apps garner much attention, innovation in less glamorous areas like supply chain management is equally responsible for propelling startups to unicorn status.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 22, 2025

Businesses can’t afford slow or rigid supply chains. Customers expect rapid delivery, accurate orders, and the flexibility to change or return items. Behind the scenes, that level of responsiveness depends heavily on one critical factor: warehouse layout. As such, this guide breaks down the essential strategies for designing a warehouse layout that strengthens supply chain agility.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 21, 2025

The following comment regarding my earlier post , ‘How Do Hansen’s Metaprise, Agent-based, Strand Commonality models improve ProcureTech results, e.g., shorten the Hype to Realization timelines? ‘ motivated me to apply the Hansen Fit Score to Louise Bastone’s company, ASML. Based on over 40 years of industry experience, expertise, access to Procurement Insights’ extensive and deep archives, and, of course, the government funding of my research in strand commonality, agen

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 22, 2025

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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.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 23, 2025

The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! It’s 2023, and a recession is lurking around the corner. Tech giants, including Amazon and Meta , have already implemented mass layoffs to adapt to the impending economic downturn. Commodity prices, interest rates, and inflation have been steadily heading north. Across the globe, business owners are working hard to stay on top of these changes and keep their companies afloat.

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TYA Suite

JUNE 22, 2025

Procurement has become a strategic function in modern businesses, with growing pressure to manage costs, improve supplier performance, and drive operational efficiency. To meet these demands, organizations are increasingly turning to a procurement analytics data-driven approach that offers deep insights into every stage of the By analyzing spending patterns, supplier performance, contract compliance, and risk indicators, procurement analytics enables businesses to make informed decisions, identi

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 21, 2025

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 23, 2025

In today’s high-speed fulfillment environment, success hinges on flexibility, accuracy, and efficiency. Join Lucas Systems and customer Medusa to see how advanced technologies are reshaping the way warehouses pick, pack, and ship.

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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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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 21, 2025

How a Student Can Get a Business Grant! In today’s fast-paced world, managing grants efficiently is paramount for organizations aiming to make a significant impact. However, traditional grant management processes often involve complex coding and lengthy development cycles, hindering agility and innovation. Enter the low code platform for grants management, a game-changer in the realm of grant administration.

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Procurement Express

JUNE 23, 2025

Tiffany Vogel didn’t follow the standard path of a fractional CFO. After cut her teeth in healthcare finance and analytics, she took a risk most would balk at: borrowing capital to build her team from day one. Instead of struggling alone, she brought on support staff immediately – leveraging specialized talent to deliver a broader suite of services.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 21, 2025

Logistics at Risk! Charter, Outsource, or Vertically Integrate? Setting sail into the vast expanse of the sea has been a human endeavor for centuries. Whether it’s for the thrill of exploration, the promise of trade, or simply a vacation, sea travel provides a unique experience that has its own charm and challenges. Nowadays, one of the key ways businesses and individuals undertake sea travel is through voyage charter agreements.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 22, 2025

Subscribe International Expansion in Retail (Infographic) Crazy Aaron’s , a creative toy manufacturer known for their cerebral Thinking Putty, has entered a strategic alliance with Canada’s premier toy distributor, Kroeger Inc. This cooperation is set to increase the availability of Crazy Aaron’s product line in Canada, including their popular sensory play offerings.

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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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