Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 14, 2022

’ When you boil it down, this really means that ethical leadership is defined as putting people into management and leadership positions who will promote and be an example of appropriate, ethical conduct in their actions and relationships in the workplace.”[1] We will fight the woke in the businesses. ”[4].

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QAD

JANUARY 24, 2023

Thanks to social media and readily accessible information, consumers are now more engaged with the ethics surrounding products more than ever, and they put their money where their morals align. It is no secret that procurement executives are constantly seeking innovative ways to maximize efficiency and address unexpected supply disruptions.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

The webinar highlighted the experience of one organization who was successful in that endeavor: Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL). To do so, we need to get creative and curious.” CTA April 28, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. Those are three hot topics in the enterprise today.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

The webinar highlighted the experience of one organization who was successful in that endeavor: Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL). To do so, we need to get creative and curious.” Those are three hot topics in the enterprise today. We’re looking for cost mitigation strategies and new ways to deliver value,” she said. “To

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Logility

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Achieving a sustainable supply chain takes a holistic approach that addresses environmental, social, legal, and economic matters throughout the entire supply chain with business practices that are good for the planet and its people while supporting business growth. Social media has put a spotlight on business accountability for 81%.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 11, 2021

We’re also seeing a lot more organizations that are starting to weave concepts of sustainability into some of their compliance programs.” But there are many companies and individuals who are not on the CBP sanctions list engaged in unethical behavior. I’m kicking off some research and writing on global trade compliance.

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DELMIA Quintiq

MAY 17, 2023

By Carlijn Goedhart & Vincent Wiers A call for action Who has not seen this announcement in the bathroom of a hotel room? Do you think that by adhering to this policy, your environmental conscience has been cleared?

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E2open

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Report outlines approach to corporate purpose and sustainability, and the value it provides to clients’ ESG goals AUSTIN, Texas – Oct. There is always more work to be done, but we’re pleased at the progress we have made and the active role we play in supporting our clients’ ESG objectives.”

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Logility

DECEMBER 19, 2021

A hot topic; smart, articulate panelists – I recuse myself – with relevant experience; and a moderator who keeps the event on track yet understands that the audience is there to hear the panelists. What does supplier collaboration mean, and more importantly what outcomes can we expect? Why is visibility important for sustainability?

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QAD

APRIL 27, 2023

A trusted source we both look to is The Hackett Group’s downloadable e-book, 2023 Key Issues , which opens up with the statement, “To thrive amid uncertainty, technology and digital transformation will be key.” Henry Schein is a worldwide solutions provider to more than 1 million healthcare professionals across the globe.

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QAD

OCTOBER 17, 2023

As we move from the leisurely days of summer to fall and peak demand season, I’m reminded that the automotive supply chain is changing just as rapidly as the seasons do. We’re also thrilled that our podcast continues to attract distinguished guests who are central to the automotive supply chain’s past, present and future.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 29, 2020

One of the characteristics associated with members of younger generations is their commitment to social causes. Journalist Nicole Schuman ( @Buffalogal ) reports, “Consumer loyalty could shift if brands do not honor their social justice commitments and promises. And it’s not just words that shoppers are looking at.

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Logility

DECEMBER 2, 2021

We largely take it for granted when we’re told to throw out a bag of lettuce from a specific lot number because of E. Your customers want t o know where their food and drinks have been, not just where th e y’re going. It’s time for more authentic traceability in the F&B industry. That’s now forbidden. In short, here’s what happened.

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Unleashed

MARCH 5, 2024

Environmental and social sustainability have become staples of a successful modern firm in today’s business landscape. We chatted with four experts in the sustainable supply chain space to hear their thoughts and advice on this important topic. They’re convening and working together quite tightly. “I

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Procurement Academy

JULY 29, 2022

However, for supply chain professionals, it will also be remembered as a summer of environmental, social and governance (ESG) legislation. Again, this will introduce a range of new requirements, including a directive on non-financial reporting, which will compel companies to disclose their ESG risks and impacts.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

Added to this, we had shortage of parts and labour, war, political unrest, global economic, business and consumer uncertainty, rising inflation, escalating costs, open commerce and trade issues – the list goes on. 2022 Realities vs 2023 Predictions. by John Lash , Group Vice President, Product Marketing, E2open.

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EC Sourcing Group

MAY 3, 2023

When we make more environmentally friendly sourcing choices, we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and minimize our impact on the environment. In our previous blog post, we discussed the benefits of sourcing locally. Unsurprisingly, technology has a role to play in green supplier selection.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

On November 4 th , I interviewed Jim Andrew, the Chief Sustainability Officer at PepsiCo, about their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) program. The best way to reduce your environmental footprint,” Mr. Andrew averred, “is not to generate it in the first place. PepsiCo’s Internal Supply Chain.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

In this report we look in to the trend for sustainability reporting, and explore the pros and cons of offering sustainability reporting in an accounting practice. Sustainability reporting considers the impact of the business with broader criteria, focused on its environmental, social and governance goals, or ESG.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Until recently, most businesses saw commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards, as a charitable move that lowers returns on investment. For reasons of climate change and profitability rewards, maintaining a more sustainable approach to the supply chain is obvious. Visibility is vital.

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QAD

MARCH 14, 2024

I have the biggest smile on my face as I write this because I’m pleased to announce that we recently hit 7,000 downloads. A big thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way! Few understand this conundrum, or know how to solve it, better than Cathy, Jan and I, having seen it firsthand more times than we can count.

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Precoro

MARCH 31, 2023

In light of this event, we here at Precoro thought it would be a great time to go over the fundamental principles of sustainable procurement. Nowadays, more and more businesses are recognizing the significance of their environmental impact and the need for strong social responsibility.

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

More than half of survey respondents (52%) listed Environmental and Social Governance (ESG), which builds upon the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals for making the world more equal, cleaner, and safer by 2030, as a key business challenge. It comes second only to reduced operational budgets (53%).

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SupplyShift

MAY 17, 2021

In light of an increasingly strained global ecosystem, corporations, governments, and environmental scientists have revamped the drive for sustainability, honing in on the benefits of eco-friendly manufacturing, product design, and logistics. The supply chain has been a growing area of focus for the sustainability conversation.

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SupplyShift

MAY 17, 2021

In light of an increasingly strained global ecosystem, corporations, governments, and environmental scientists have revamped the drive for sustainability, honing in on the benefits of eco-friendly manufacturing, product design, and logistics. The supply chain has been a growing area of focus for the sustainability conversation.

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HICX Solutions

JULY 14, 2022

Starting its life as a corporate social responsibility initiative introduced by the UN, the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) movement has had a significant impact on investment trends over the past twenty years, with sustainable investments totalling more than $35 trillion according to the Global Sustainable Investment Alliance.1.

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Work with suppliers who are taking the initiative “Recent events such as the coronavirus pandemic have resulted in major changes to business supply chains,” says Kevin Parke, Senior Director of Procurement in the Product and Supplier Team at RS. “In The momentum behind ESG is growing,” says Parke.

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Synovos

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

We give you back time so your engineers, production, manufacturing and sourcing team members can focus on plant operations rather than transactions.” “Should you be in that area of the business?” What is “Integrated Supply” AND HOW CAN IT HELP YOUR ORGANIZATION? Prioritize core capabilities This is difficult to achieve in-house.

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Synovos

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

We give you back time so your engineers, production, manufacturing and sourcing team members can focus on plant operations rather than transactions.” “Should you be in that area of the business?” We can manage and optimize your inventory,” says Howse. Prioritize core capabilities This is difficult to achieve in-house.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2021

As product flows rapidly shifted and hard baked assumptions about lead times and sourcing locations were put to test, users across many organizations bypassed their planning systems and turned to excel sheets, internal data science teams or non-traditional supply chain vendors who could deliver AI based solutions at a faster turn.

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Proxima

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

As we transition out, post-pandemic growth is high on the boardroom agenda and businesses are turning their attention to how to “build back better”. We heard how their behavior is changing and the risks they believe businesses will face if they do not embrace ESG as a core pillar of business strategy (Environmental, Social, and Governance).

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

1] In that article, I cited journalists Coral Davenport ( @CoralMDavenport ) and Lisa Friedman ( @LFFriedman ) who reminded us that the dangers of climate change were first brought to light during a Republican administration. Goodbye New York,’ Mr. Moynihan wrote. Goodbye Washington, for that matter.’ ’”[2].

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Resilinc

AUGUST 31, 2021

In a recent webinar on the state of risk and trends in supply chains, Resilinc CEO, Bindiya Vakil, and Director of Supply Chain Risk Consulting, Hirra Akhtar, described how aftershocks arising from the pandemic continue to disrupt supplies and logistics, and that these disruptions will continue well into 2022.

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HICX Solutions

OCTOBER 28, 2021

ESG Sustainability in the 2020s. While the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) sustainability movement is not new, it has certainly gained significant momentum recently. How HICX ‘cut its teeth’ on ESG in the early 2000s. Naturally, the CPO’s first question was: who are all the suppliers?

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BlueYonder

JUNE 1, 2022

At Blue Yonder, well-being is at the heart of what we do, and we seek to foster a culture of associates who have high levels of well-being. While the company has always offered resources to associates, we sought a way to make it more cohesive. Mental health should be a priority and it ties across all 4 pillars.

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SupplyShift

JUNE 2, 2021

The recent uptick of sustainability bonds from global companies like Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and most recently Amazon sends a strong market signal that focus on corporate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is no longer just a trend – it’s the new business imperative.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 27, 2020

But for whatever sense of past normalcy we aspire to this experience equally conjures up our sense of impermanence – or that our lives are constantly in a state of flux to which we must sense and adapt. We are beginning to hear news of China factories coming back online and production is resuming. Moves back to the U.S.

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