Resilinc

JULY 25, 2023

Sidney has over three decades of global direct and indirect procurement and supplier management experience. As Head of Procurement at Harman International to VP of Global Supply Chain Management at Aptiv, we learned about this supply chain thought leader’s extensive experience in the world of supply chain and procurement.

Supply Chain Strategy 62

Supply Chain Strategy Material Savings Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement 62

Resilinc

AUGUST 16, 2022

Supply chains for cobalt, copper, nickel, lithium, graphite, manganese, and rare earth elements are particularly concerning. The International Energy Agency forecasts demand for these materials to grow by between 1,000% and 3,000% by 2040. But market demand for green and low-carbon metals is not going away.

Demand Planning Software 62

Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand Manufacturing Procurement Russia 62

EcoVadis

JULY 19, 2019

And with environmental, social and governance ( ESG ) indicators now considered material financial risk , investors and business partners want to see proactive sustainability strategies from organizations — especially within the supply chain. Wondering where you stand — and where to start — on sustainable procurement?

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Design Software Material Savings 40

Exiger Perspectives

JULY 19, 2023

Modern slavery in supply chains refers to the exploitation and forced labor practices that occur within global networks. Governments are taking initiatives to make organizations accountable for all activities in their supply chains that might involve modern slavery. The enactment of these recommendations is still pending.

Supply Chain Software 40

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain France Optimal Sourcing 40

EcoVadis

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Across the industry, automotive manufacturers have implemented a standard set of tools in CSR management systems to reduce the risk of human rights violations, and consequently increase the value added to human capital, within operations and across the supply chain.

Automotive 40

Automotive Manufacturing Procurement Sustainability Sourcing Strategies 40

QAD

MAY 18, 2023

The automotive industry is undergoing a massive technological transformation toward vehicle electrification and the shift presents huge opportunities for manufacturers that do business in the US, especially since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act in August 2022.

Price Reduction 98

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 98

EcoVadis

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

In practice, however, companies can create profound contributions to SDG 16 through their sustainable procurement programs. Here’s why: Unveiling Supply Chain Risks. The Financial Services sector is not one many would immediately imagine having significant environmental or social risks within its supply chain.

Sustainability 60

Sustainability Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics Negotiate Pricing 60

NC State SCRC

MARCH 7, 2024

Tariffs, Industries Impacted, and the Global Supply Chain During the Trump Administration, significant tariffs were levied against China to curb the flow of Chinese imports into the United States and protect domestic producers against dumping and subsidized production. This influence can then extend to neighboring countries.

Supply Chain Strategy 59

Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Software Global Cost Reduction Strategies 59

Freightos

APRIL 3, 2025

eastern daylight time on April 5, 2025 Reciprocal tariffs on exports from a list of nearly 60 countries range from a level of 11% for Congo to 50% for Lesotho. Such rates of duty shall apply with respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 a.m.

Freight 156

Freight Manufacturing Procurement Mexico China 156