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Ensuring data privacy amid the AI boom

IT Supply Chain

By Miia Hytonen (pictured) Privacy Risk & Compliance Manager, Laserfiche The post Ensuring data privacy amid the AI boom appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How Sustainable Shipping Meets Consumer Demand for Greener Practices

SCMDOJO

Lately, there has been a rise in consumer interest in eco-friendly practices, with people looking for products and services that match their values and focus on reducing environmental impact. This shift towards sustainable practices includes the realm of shipping, which is a significant component of global trade. How does sustainable shipping meet the growing demand for eco-friendly choices from consumers?

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Lunar New Year Celebrations- The Year of the Snake

Supply Chain Matters

In this Supply Chain Matters commentary, we reflect on the start of 2025 Lunar New Year festivals across China and other Asia linked nations. The Year of the Snake Tomorrow marks the beginning of Lunar New Year holiday celebration across China and various other Asian nations. This celebration is sometimes referred to as the Spring Festival. Reportedly, more than 2 billion people globally will celebrate and partake of this festival.

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Get Your Creative Juices Flowing with Smodin’s AI Writer!

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Get Your Creative Juices Flowing with Smodin’s AI Writer! 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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Future Trends in Healthcare Supply Chain: What’s Next for Consolidated Service Centers?

Tecsys

The healthcare supply chain is entering 2025 on a tailwind of consolidated service center (CSC) momentum. Over the past year, several large U.S. health systems publicly announced they had opened, are building, or are in the planning stages of a CSC.

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Alloy.ai Launches Data Platform for Consumer Brands on the Snowflake Marketplace

Alloy

New AI features in Alloy.

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The 3 Growth Sectors for Cybersecurity in 2025

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post The 3 Growth Sectors for Cybersecurity in 2025 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Omni-Channel for 2025 and Beyond: Blue Yonder’s New Launch Sets Stage for Seamless Customer Experiences

BlueYonder

Although the retail landscape continually evolves, retailers’ core challenge remains the same as we enter 2025: meeting ever-rising customer expectations across all channels. This requires robust, agile technology capable of managing accurate, real-time inventory across omni-channel platforms, orchestrating seamless returns, and adapting to fluctuating demand.

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DORA Non-Compliance Could Cost Your Business

IT Supply Chain

By Sean Tilley (pictured) Senior Director of Sales for EMEA, 11:11 Systems The post DORA Non-Compliance Could Cost Your Business appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Vendorflow: Better Communications for Trucking Teams with Eric Rodriguez

The Logistics of Logistics

Eric Rodriguez and Joe Lynch discuss Vendorflow: better communications for trucking teams. Eric is the CEO and Co-Founder of Vendorflow, a unified communications solution for trucking fleets and freight brokers. About Eric Rodriguez Eric Rodriguez is the CEO and Co-Founder of Vendorflow and has spent the last twelve years in venture-backed technology startups in product and sales management roles.

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Maximizing Printer Performance with Durable Print Heads

IT Supply Chain

By John Hampton (pictured) Content Writer The post Maximizing Printer Performance with Durable Print Heads appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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How does the Steel Supply Chain work?

Logistics Bureau

The process starts at major steel mills – BlueScope is the biggest manufacturer in the country with over 100 sites , and between them and InfraBuild (formerly Liberty OneSteel), they handle most domestic production. BlueScope’s Port Kembla facility in NSW produces about 3 million tonnes annually, while InfraBuild runs electric arc furnaces in Sydney, Melbourne, and Newcastle.

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The Top 5 AI-Powered TikTok Captions Apps for 2024

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Top 5 AI-Powered TikTok Captions Apps for 2024 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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Gartner: Companies Need to Strategize to Respond Effectively to New Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

Businesses that can reinvent or reinvigorate their operations stand the best chance of driving new competitive advantage from ongoing tariff volatility.

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How Chinese New Year Could Disrupt the Transportation Industry

IT Supply Chain

By Lena von Fritschen (pictured) Director Market Intelligence, Transporeon The post How Chinese New Year Could Disrupt the Transportation Industry appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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BRW Recognizes Top Contract Carriers for 2024

BR Williams Supply Chain Management

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Hybrid equals happy – but managing the security conundrum is key

IT Supply Chain

By Caitlin Watkins (pictured) Marketing Manager, Zeus Cloud The post Hybrid equals happy but managing the security conundrum is key appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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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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U.S. and U.K. Ships Return to Red Sea After Houthis Vow to Hold Fire

Supply Chain Brain

Six ships linked to the U.S. and U.K. have successfully transited the area without coming under attack since January 19.

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Revolutionizing BI Migration: With Bristlecone’s BI Bridge

Bristlecone

Revolutionizing BI Migration: Unlocking Efficiency with Bristlecone’s BI Bridge Download White Paper The post Revolutionizing BI Migration: With Bristlecone’s BI Bridge appeared first on Bristlecone.

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Building the Self-Optimizing Warehouse Operation

Supply Chain Brain

Companies need technology that not only improves order fulfillment metrics, but helps retain workers by making it easier to hit productivity targets, and to stay engaged.

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Grocery Transport: A Fresh Take on Logistics from Farm to Fork

MercuryGate

Grocery transport stands at a turning point. But heres the good news you dont have to tackle these challenges with outdated tools. A sophisticated transportation management system (TMS) acts as your command center. The post Grocery Transport: A Fresh Take on Logistics from Farm to Fork appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

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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CN Rail Reaches Last-Minute Deal to Avert Strike

Supply Chain Brain

The IBEW which represents 750 signals and communications workers had issued a 72-hour strike notice on January 25.

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Early payments facilitate operations at Dignit Construction

Taulia

As a small construction company, uncertainty in payment terms can hinder operations to plan upcoming projects. The post Early payments facilitate operations at Dignit Construction appeared first on Taulia.

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AI-Driven Procurement: Unlocking Cost Savings and Process Optimization

Supply Chain 24/7

Integrating AI into procurement processes enhances decision-making, automates tasks, and analyzes extensive data, leading to optimized supplier selection, cost savings, and improved demand forecasting.

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Helping Churston to free up working capital through early payments

Taulia

Lengthy payment terms from clients strained Churstons cash flow and created bottlenecks in its working capital. The post Helping Churston to free up working capital through early payments appeared first on Taulia.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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Boeing Reports $11.8B Annual Loss

Supply Chain Brain

CEO Kelly Ortberg, who took over in August, said the company was making progress on restoring stability to its struggling production lines.

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How early payments enable Imvula Quality Protection to focus on business priorities

Taulia

As a manpower-driven business, lengthy payment terms impacted the working capital of Imvula Quality Protection. The post How early payments enable Imvula Quality Protection to focus on business priorities appeared first on Taulia.

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Find a Tanker Washout with Bulk Connection's Tank Wash Finder

Bulk Connection

For carriers and shippers in the bulk freight industry, the logistics of finding reliable tanker washout facilities is a vital part of planning efficient routes. Bulk Connection's tank wash finder tool has been a go-to resource for over five years, providing an essential service while becoming a cornerstone for professionals in the industry.