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From Farm to Flame: The Supply Chain Behind Meat

All Things Supply Chain

88% of U.S. barbeque consumers prefer grilling meat. But how many know where that meat comes from or how it got there?

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Going Global? When to Switch from Cross-Border Shipping to Local Fulfillment

Stord

With the global e-commerce market projected to surpass $8 trillion by 2027 1 , brands are presented with a massive opportunity for international growth. This means far more than just new sales channels. Its about gaining access to larger, less saturated markets, often in regions where demand for certain products or categories is growing faster than in the brands home market.

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Kinaxis Announces Tariff Response Application

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters highlights an announcement from supply chain orchestration provider Kinaxis regarding the release of the Kinaxis Tariff Response application. The Announcement Last week the supply chain orchestration technology support provider announced Kinaxis Tariff Response, a new offering aimed at helping companies simulate tariff exposure, run strategic scenarios, and make data-informed decisions quickly.

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Revolutionizing City Rides for Seniors: Why Choose Addmotor Grandtan E-Trike

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Revolutionizing City Rides for Seniors: Why Choose Addmotor Grandtan E-Trike appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Speeding Robotics Automation with AI

The $53 trillion manufacturing economy in the US is undergoing a major automation paradigm shift due to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Thanks to new practical frameworks, automation projects that were once impossible or inefficient to implement are now being fast-tracked, and robotics automation is becoming increasingly relevant to a growing number of users and scenarios.

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Test Publish 8:40AM PST - 11:40AM EST

Supply Chain Brain

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the supply chain management industry.

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S&OP / IBP: stop the sequence!

Demand Driven Technologies

While browsing the website of a supply chain planning solution rated “leader” by Gartner, I came across the workflow below, designated as a reference for IBP best practices. I won’t give the name of the solution in question for charity’s sake, but you should know that it’s very expensive and has been adopted by some. Read more The post S&OP / IBP: stop the sequence!

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What Are the Key Features of Lozier Gondola Shelving Kits for Retailers?

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post What Are the Key Features of Lozier Gondola Shelving Kits for Retailers? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain and Logistics Stock Report for Week Ending April 18, 2025

Supply Chain Digest

See who was up and who was down

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Smart Supply Chains Use Laser Cutting to Prototype Faster

IT Supply Chain

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post Smart Supply Chains Use Laser Cutting to Prototype Faster appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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 to Stop Western Wardrobe Waste From Overwhelming Developing Nations

Supply Chain Brain

Waste colonialism is an under-recognized yet far too prevalent practice, whereby developed nations export millions of tons of used clothing to Africa, Asia and Latin America.

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Subscription Billing in E-commerce: Ultimate Guide

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Subscription Billing in E-commerce: Ultimate Guide appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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China's CATL Unveils EV Battery Breakthrough

Supply Chain Brain

The manufacturer detailed how its new auxiliary EV battery doesn't require the use of graphite for its poles, allowing 60% more electricity to flow through each cubic inch.

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How Multi Route Planners Aid in Logistics and Distribution

Loginext

Learn how multi route planner enhances logistics by reducing fuel use, improving delivery times, and boosting customer satisfaction with smart route optimization. The post How Multi Route Planners Aid in Logistics and Distribution appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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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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Watch: How Tariff Hikes Can Trigger a Bond Crisis for Importers

Supply Chain Brain

Dan Swartz, tariffs and customs principal with Crowe, explains how a rapid rise in tariffs, especially on goods from China, is threatening to impose a huge financial burden on U.S. importers, well beyond the amount of the tariffs themselves.

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Why Freight Brokers Need Real-Time Data

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Change is the only constant in the freight industry today. Even as we emerge from an economic downturn and capacity loosens, experts arent entirely sure what will happen next. Savvy brokers recognize that real-time data is critical to growth in 2025 and beyond.

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Podcast | A Plan of Action for Complying With California’s Emissions-Reporting Bill

Supply Chain Brain

Doing business in California? Get ready for a tough new greenhouse gas emissions-dislcosure law.

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Why Integrated Technology is Non-Negotiable for Freight Brokers

Tai Software - Freight Broker Software Articles

Brokers who resist digital transformation arent just slowing down; theyre setting themselves up to be left behind. While some brokers struggle with outdated systems and manual workflows, the most successful ones are leveraging integrated technology to move freight faster, smarter, and more profitably.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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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Report: Bureaucracy Has Blown EU Wind Power Off Course

Supply Chain Brain

In 2024, wind provided 20% of Europe's energy, with EPITWind calling for that number to increase to 30% by 2030, and 50% by 2050.

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Exiger Threat Analysis Tool Reveals DeepSeek’s Ties to Chinese Military

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.

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Korean Shipbuilder Hanwha Seizes Chance to Build U.S. LNG Tankers

Supply Chain Brain

Hanwha Shippings expansion comes after the U.S. Trade Representative unveiled a proposal that would impose fees on Chinese-built vessels at U.S. ports.

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Amazon again Dominates Transport Topics Top 100 Logistics Firms

Supply Chain Digest

Five New Entrants Crack the List in 2025

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

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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Tariffs Could Open Door for Companies to Pad Profits

Supply Chain Brain

Senator Elizabeth Warren highlighted fears that the "chaotic approach" to trade could enable corporations to increase prices "regardless of whether goods are actually subject to tariffs.

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Wolters Kluwer Wins the 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Award for its “OneSumX” Solution

Logistics Viewpoints

Wolters Kluwer has been awarded the 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Award for OneSumX Reg Manager in the “Best RegTech Solution” category. This recognition highlights the company’s innovation in regulatory change management, particularly for community banks, insurers, and credit unions. The OneSumX Reg Manager is designed to help these financial institutions efficiently manage risk and navigate regulatory compliance challenges while maintaining their customer-focused approach.

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Supply Chain Brain

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Satellite IoT – SpaceX, Inmarsat, Kineis, Orbcomm Enabling Global Supply Chain Visibility

Logistics Viewpoints

As global supply chains expand into remote and underserved regions, traditional connectivity solutions often fall short. Cellular and terrestrial communication networks lack the reach needed to consistently monitor assets in transit across oceans, deserts, and sparsely populated areas. This visibility gap exposes supply chains to a range of risks, including delays, spoilage, theft, and compliance violations.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

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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Test Publish 8:30AM PST - 11:30AM EST

Supply Chain Brain

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Focus Toward New Generation Business and Supply Chain Planning Capabilities

Supply Chain Matters

In this second of a series of Supply Chain Matters market education commentaries, we make the case that the new generation of supply chain planning processes and supporting technology will be predicated on a breakaway from prior conventional thinking and functionally driven decision making. The focus instead is a focus toward a more predictive or prescriptive end-to-end planning and customer fulfillment context that quantifies impacts to business resources and outcomes.

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Test Publish 8:50AM PST - 11:50AM EST

Supply Chain Brain

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