Sustainable Procurement: What it is and its Importance
SCMDOJO
AUGUST 22, 2023
Discover the power of sustainable procurement in enhancing supply chain resilience and brand reputation and learn about its importance.
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UPS gains critical exemption to operate drones beyond line of sight
Supply Chain Dive
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
A new ground-based surveillance system will allow UPS to fly Matternet M2 drones without a visual line of sight throughout the route, setting the stage for increased delivery activity.
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Germany Warns of Industry Shutdown if Russian Gas Stops Flowing
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 12, 2023
Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck said German policymakers should avoid "making the same mistake again" of assuming the economy will be unaffected by the Russian war in Ukraine.
Dodging the Urban Doom Loop
Art of Procurement
AUGUST 31, 2023
In the book “Good to Great,” Jim Collins wrote about the flywheel effect, a prosperous cycle of work and adjustment. The post Dodging the Urban Doom Loop appeared first on Art of Procurement.
How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
Episode 98: Turning Ethos Into Action with Ian Arthurs
Una
JANUARY 17, 2023
EPISODE 98. Turning Ethos Into Action with Ian Arthurs. By Kelly Barner | January 18, 2023. It is one thing to talk about the importance of preserving the environment, and it is another to take meaningful and measurable action to drive change. Corporate sustainability programs are often started in response to consumer demand, but in order to be successful long term, they need backing from innovative, disruptive thinkers willing to blaze new trails. .
How climate change disrupts supply chains
Strategic Sourceror
JANUARY 20, 2023
Supply chain challenges have dominated international headlines, and much of the focus has been on the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and the lingering consequences of the public health crisis. However, climate change poses a more fundamental threat to global supply chains, as extreme weather events, sea-level rise, unpredictable weather patterns and new compliance regulations all conspire to restrict the ability of suppliers to move goods between markets.
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Reliable Middle Mile for the Unreliable World
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Transportation planning for the furniture and home goods industry presents a complex puzzle, and traditional planning methods often fail to account for the inherent randomness and variation in real-world operations.
The power of diversity in procurement: Driving business success through inclusion — Part 3 (Technology)
Spend Matters
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
In today’s diverse society, businesses have a crucial role to play in fostering equality and inclusion. However, the business world often needs to improve to reflect the true diversity of society, both within companies and in their supply chains. To bridge this gap, organizations are increasingly embracing the concept of supplier diversity in their procurement processes.
Where AI Actually Matters in the Supply Chain
The Network Effect
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
AI is big in supply chain management, but there are places it is ideally suited to, and other areas that are highly problematic. Ranjit Notani explains.
UPS fights to keep strike-fearing shippers from fleeing
Supply Chain Dive
APRIL 25, 2023
The delivery giant has assigned executives to major customers to keep them from shifting volume to competitors amid Teamsters contract negotiations, CEO Carol Tomé said.
Exploring the Advantages and Hurdles of Direct Store Deliveries
Advertiser: FourKites
Direct Store Delivery, or DSD, is a common practice among global suppliers and retailers – like PepsiCo, Frito Lay, CVS, and Dollar General – and its popularity is growing, with the global DSD market expected to reach $1.19 trillion by 2027. Download this eBook for exclusive insights into direct store deliveries, challenges, benefits, and future trends.
China sourcing tied to largest supply chain risks of 2023: report
Supply Chain Dive
APRIL 18, 2023
Insolvencies, COVID-19 disruption and ties to forced labor raise the possibility for delays and reputational harm, according to analytics firm Everstream’s annual risk report.
[Pod] A GAAP in Judgement at Kraft Heinz
Art of Procurement
MAY 25, 2023
Procurement is used to being under pressure to deliver savings, but is that pressure enough to make procurement break the. The post [Pod] A GAAP in Judgement at Kraft Heinz appeared first on Art of Procurement.
[Pod] JPMorgan Chase Stops the Financial Contagion
Art of Procurement
MAY 18, 2023
In 1907, J.P. Morgan was called back from a trip to help stop a series of bank runs on Wall. The post [Pod] JPMorgan Chase Stops the Financial Contagion appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Meet Digit – The Future of Warehouse Automation
Art of Procurement
JUNE 29, 2023
Agility Robotics recently released the latest version of their humanoid warehouse robot: Digit. Digit is 5 foot 9, weighs 141. The post Meet Digit – The Future of Warehouse Automation appeared first on Art of Procurement.
How One Manufacturer Used GEP SOFTWARE To Save $45M in Direct Material Sourcing
Advertiser: GEP
For global manufacturers, managing direct and indirect material spend can get very complicated very quickly. Multiple legacy systems prevent procurement from standardizing processes and tracking what they’re spending with each supplier. In response to these challenges, a leading heavy equipment manufacturer selected GEP to redesign its source-to-contract processes and implement a convergent data model to help manage procurement data across its multiple locations.
Buyer Power Score – Pest Control Services
Art of Procurement
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
The AOP Buyer Power Score is a content offering created in partnership with ProcurementIQ that rates the balance of power. The post Buyer Power Score – Pest Control Services appeared first on Art of Procurement.
A Look at the Current State of Procurement Recruiting
Art of Procurement
FEBRUARY 9, 2023
The last few years in procurement recruiting have been wild – just like the external conditions procurement professionals have been. The post A Look at the Current State of Procurement Recruiting appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Costco, Walmart join Biden administration’s supply chain data exchange
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 11, 2023
Fifty-three companies representing the end-to-end supply chain are now part of the Department of Transportation’s Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative.
Three Key Lessons from a True Procurement Ironman
Art of Procurement
JANUARY 26, 2023
In this week’s podcast, Philip Ideson interviews Vytas Sliesoraitis, a procurement leader turned Ironman competitor. Click here to listen. Vytas. The post Three Key Lessons from a True Procurement Ironman appeared first on Art of Procurement.
CEVA Logistics Drives Agile, Multi-Leg Inbound Flows for Tech Company
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CEVA Logistics, a global leader in third-party logistics, was contracted to help a technology company manage its complex supply chain, supporting B2B, B2C, and reverse flows across multi-leg transport. CEVA leveraged Kinaxis to eliminate blind spots across supply chain activities, centralize order and logistics management, and drive cost-effective plans for order execution.
Translating Digital Investments into Digital Outcomes
Art of Procurement
JANUARY 19, 2023
In this week’s episode of the Art of Procurement podcast, Philip Ideson and I took some time out to give. The post Translating Digital Investments into Digital Outcomes appeared first on Art of Procurement.
[Pod] Supply Chain Cyber Attack: Expeditors and iRobot
Art of Procurement
MAY 11, 2023
Cyber attacks have been on the rise since 2020, occurring with increasing frequency and having a more detrimental impact to. The post [Pod] Supply Chain Cyber Attack: Expeditors and iRobot appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Applying Category Management to the Challenges of a New Age
Art of Procurement
JANUARY 12, 2023
In this week’s episode of the Art of Procurement podcast, Philip Ideson welcomed the first guest of 2023: Stephane Morel, The post Applying Category Management to the Challenges of a New Age appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Episode 97: No One Climbs Mount Everest Alone with Dylan McCabe
Una
JANUARY 10, 2023
EPISODE 97. No One Climbs Mount Everest Alone with Dylan McCabe. By Kelly Barner | January 11, 2023. When you are starting a new company, it is a challenge to convince customers that they should choose you over their alternatives. When you are also pioneering a completely new business model for your target market, that challenge increases substantially.
Your Triple-Threat Solution for Resilient Planning and Execution
Speaker: Len Pannett - Supply Chain and Operations Transformation Expert | Board Advisor - UK Ministry of Defence | Mentor | Author | Keynote Speaker
With the dark clouds of inflation and uncertainty looming overhead while the pressures of ESG and geopolitical tensions increase, today’s supply chain professionals are facing challenges we have never seen before. What were once traditional supply chains have now transformed to multidimensional networks met with new extremes in customer demands. Supply chain professionals often face the dilemma of balancing cost, resilience, and sustainability.
Procurement, meet no-code development
Art of Procurement
JANUARY 10, 2023
The user experience associated with procurement technology has come a long way. I’m dating myself here, but procurement used to. The post Procurement, meet no-code development appeared first on Art of Procurement.
[Pod] Digital Outcomes 2023 Agenda Reveal w/ Kelly Barner and Philip Ideson
Art of Procurement
JANUARY 16, 2023
Do fish know they are wet? Every creature on earth has a natural habitat. Procurement’s habitat is digital. And yet, The post [Pod] Digital Outcomes 2023 Agenda Reveal w/ Kelly Barner and Philip Ideson appeared first on Art of Procurement.
How to Benchmark Supplier Diversity Performance
Art of Procurement
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
If there were a shortlist of core procurement skills, benchmarking would undoubtedly be on it. And yet, for the ease. The post How to Benchmark Supplier Diversity Performance appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Participating in Procurement and Other Extreme Sports
Art of Procurement
JANUARY 17, 2023
According to a 2020 study by BCG, 70 percent of transformation projects fall short of expectations. This means that transformations. The post Participating in Procurement and Other Extreme Sports appeared first on Art of Procurement.
2023 Voice of Talent: State of the Workforce Report
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New data is raising the bar on how to attract and retain talent in the New World of Work. Procom surveyed over 1,740 contingent and permanent workers across the United States and Canada to uncover what’s most important to them amidst heightened expectations, competition and uncertainty. We have distilled the data into actionable insights you can leverage to strengthen your position as an employer of choice and access the skills you need.
Dove’s Real Beauty Campaign: Evolution of a Social Message
Art of Procurement
JUNE 15, 2023
In 2004, Dove revolutionized skincare marketing by launching their ‘Real Beauty’ Campaign. Celebrated for the decision to represent women of. The post Dove’s Real Beauty Campaign: Evolution of a Social Message appeared first on Art of Procurement.
UPS, Teamsters agree to new terms for deliveries using the Postal Service
Supply Chain Dive
MAY 30, 2023
The tentative deal regarding the delivery giant's SurePost service is subject to ratification of the next national contract, which is still being negotiated.
Labor disruptions throughout West Coast ports sow uncertainty
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 2, 2023
Five ports in California and Washington experienced issues Friday as terminal jobs went unfilled. Stakeholders are warning ripple effects could be felt in the coming days.
China State Media Declares Huawei Phone a Victory in U.S. Tech War
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Speculation swirled that the device achieved 5G capabilities, which would make it the first such handset since the Shenzhen-based electronics firm lost access to advanced chipmaking technologies in 2020.
10X the Impact - Why Procurement and Supply Chain’s Marathon Needs to Become a Sprint
Speaker: Helen Mackenzie - Head of Community Outreach at Art of Procurement
It feels like procurement and supply chain has been on a transformation journey for decades, a marathon with no finish line in sight. But the end of the pandemic has meant the goal of full digital enablement has become much clearer, and the challenge now is to pick up the pace. The emerging technology landscape has the potential to take us out of the race altogether.
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