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Sustainability in Procurement: Strategies and Challenges

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Originally published in the 2022 ProcureCon Report “Transforming Procurement: Embracing Digital Innovation and Driving Sustainability” Ethical business practices and sustainability initiatives are forcing organizations to not only stand up, but to also set themselves apart from the competition by implementing ESG and CSR commitments. Sustainable and socially responsible procurement practices that cover the full spectrum can provide end-to-end visibility that facilitates monitoring an

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Our 2022 Top 10 Articles Plus One!

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Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. It has been another exciting year for sure, with supply disruptions and issues continuing to keep Supply Chain in the headlines, impacting every aspect of our lives. The year is also marked by the end of the global Coronavirus pandemic and its restrictions, which has caused us to add content about what the future of Supply Chain could, or really should, become.

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Carbon Neutrality by 2050: The Net Zero Journey

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As a Procurement Leader, carbon neutrality by 2050 should be a central focus and Dr. Natacha Tréhan’s comprehensive research offers practical tips to get you on track. First, let’s start with procurement and how it plays a significant role in reducing the carbon footprint with 3 key areas of impact: – Actions with suppliers. – Actions on the products and services purchased. – Actions on the way you buy. 1.

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The Importance of a Strong Supply Chain and Logistics Strategy!

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Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain’s Moment of Truth Has Arrived! A solid supply chain and logistics strategy is essential for large companies. A global chemical manufacturer recently had to replace ships that transported bulk materials to ports. These materials were then transferred to barges and rail cars for delivery, and finally to terminals where they were packaged into shipping containers for final delivery by rail.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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How Shippers Can Prepare for Energy Market Disruption

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After years of pandemic-driven port congestion, supply chain bottlenecks and limited freight capacity, the Russian invasion of Ukraine turned what was already a tight fuel market into an energy crisis.

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West Coast Port Labor Talks Stalled Over Union Conflict

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Labor negotiations between dockworkers and employers are at a standstill because of a fight between two unions over who maintains equipment at a terminal at the Port of Seattle.

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Monkeypox Vaccine Maker Seeks Partners in Race to Meet Demand

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Bavarian Nordic A/S, the only company with an approved vaccine for monkeypox, said it’s no longer certain it can meet demand and is talking to multiple production partners as cases rise across the world. .

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E-Tailers No Longer Want to Pay for Your Returns

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Message to online shoppers who have enjoyed the perk of “100% satisfaction-guaranteed” returns: Your free ride is coming to an end.

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Two More Southern California Cities Halt Warehouse Expansion

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The freezes follow similar moves by a string of cities in the Inland Empire, the U.S.’s major warehousing and logistics mecca that stretches east and south of Los Angeles.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“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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China’s Scorching Heat Leads to Power Cuts, Factory Disruptions

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Water levels in the upper stretches of the Yangtze — a crucial source of hydro-power, transport and water for crops — are at the lowest level since records began.

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Today’s Last-Mile Delivery Visibility Means Clarity and Control

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It’s time to start talking about last-mile delivery visibility in terms of clarity and control.

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