Thu.Dec 01, 2022

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The Key Pillars of Third-Party Risk Management

ivalua

Third-party Risk Management (TPRM) within Services organizations, especially Financial Services (FSI), has become critical over the last few years. Some of this is due to regulation but a lot is simply due to the increase in risk occurrences of varying types and the increasing complexity of third- party relationships. In Q3 2021, The Hackett Group conducted a comprehensive performance study of third-party risk management across a wide demographic of companies.

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Logistics Predictions: How Did We Do in 2022 and What Will 2023 Look Like?

Logistics Viewpoints

Near the end of 2021, I had the chance to make the early call on Logistics Viewpoints on what 2022 would look like across five major logistics themes. Unlike the folks projecting election results these days, I was a little more accurate and the 2022 projections have set the stage for what will happen in 2023. Let’s take a look at what happened with the major themes, as well as the research and analysis we conducted in 2022 to help determine what those themes will look like in 2023.

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COSU Device Management Solutions in Action: Improving Workplace Culture

IT Supply Chain

By Nadav Avni (pictured). Chief Marketing Officer, Radix Technologies. The post COSU Device Management Solutions in Action: Improving Workplace Culture appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Accelerate Your Business with this B2B e-Commerce Checklist

QAD

We’ve written extensively about the steps manufacturers can take to mitigate some of the damage the supply chain sustained following the COVID-19 pandemic, including contingency planning with an S&OP process, building in resiliency , pinpointing and unmasking supply chain issues and responding to risks with improved supplier relationship management ( SRM ), among other similar topics.

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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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Conquering retail peaks with mobile robots

IT Supply Chain

By Frazer Watson (pictured). VP-Sales UK/Ireland at iFollow. The post Conquering retail peaks with mobile robots appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Watch: Leveling Transportation Demand at Kimberly-Clark

Supply Chain Brain

Ron Sweet, senior consultant at Kimberly-Clark, describes how the CPG giant optimized transportation management, in this case study submission to the 2022 Supply Chain Innovator of the Year Award.

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A Supply Chain Christmas List 2022

Supply Chain Digest

New Supply Chain Wishes for Santa Claus

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Stord Wins Atlanta Business Chronicle's 2019 Pacesetter Award, Ranks 13th on Atlanta’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies List

Stord

ATLANTA, May 1, 2019 -- STORD®, the pioneer of Networked Distribution, next-generation warehousing and distribution for modern shippers, today announced its 13th rank on Atlanta Business Chronicle ’s famed Pacesetter Award list of the top 100 fastest-growing privately held companies in Atlanta. Companies are ranked by a growth-index formula based on revenue and workforce growth.

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Supply Chain by the Numbers for Dec. 1, 2022

Supply Chain Digest

Mixed Data from Extended Opening Retail Shopping Weekend. Amazon Announces New Drone Model. US PMI for November.

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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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Stord Showcases Award-Winning Networked Distribution Solution at RILA’s LINK2019 Conference

Stord

ATLANTA, Feb. 18, 2019 -- STORD , pioneers of networked distribution, next-generation warehousing, and distribution for modern shippers, today announced its exhibition and participation at LINK2019 (formerly the Retail Supply Chain Conference), hosted by the Retail Industry Leaders Association, one of the retail industry’s largest events. Link2019, held Feb. 24-27, 2019 at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando, Fla., is the only event of its kind, and connects the most recognized brands with thos

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MSPs present a ripe target for attackers

IT Supply Chain

By Yaron Kassner (pictured). Co-Founder & CTO at Silverfort. The post MSPs present a ripe target for attackers appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Stord Named a Top 10 Innovative Technology Company

Stord

ATLANTA, Feb. 4, 2019 -- The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state’s leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia’s technology industry, has announced STORD as one of its Top 10 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia. TAG will recognize honorees at The Summit 2019 event on February 11-12, 2019, at the Cobb Galleria Centre.

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Cooling Demand Squeezes Factory Activity in Europe and Asia

Supply Chain Brain

Manufacturing had just started to recover from pandemic-related lockdowns and supply-chain disruptions, making the global slowdown a rising concern.

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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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Announcing Stord’s $2.4M Seed Round of Funding

Stord

STORD RAISES $2.4 MILLION IN SEED FUNDING TO GROW CATEGORY LEADING WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION PLATFORM Company expands team and software capabilities as it increases its warehousing facility footprint and offers improved supply chain optimization for its customers with data analytics — Atlanta-based STORD, has raised $2.4 million in seed funding to expand its team and software capabilities while it increases its warehousing facility footprint.

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November 2022 PMI Indices Point to Further Global Wide Production Contraction

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides highlights and added perspectives on reported November 2022 global manufacturing PMI and supply chain activity indices. As observed in our published commentary on October 2022 published PMI indices , global-wide contraction levels in production and new order intake remain at contraction and perhaps manufacturing recession levels for certain regions.

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Stord Continues Rapid Expansion to Grow In-House Expertise Team

Stord

ATLANTA, Nov. 14, 2019 -- STORD, the pioneer of Networked Distribution helping companies move products more efficiently at scale, announced this week that two new vice presidents are joining its executive leadership team: David Hardwick, Vice President of Engineering, and Steve Swan, Vice President of Supply Chain. Since relocating to Atlanta’s historic Biltmore Hotel following their Series A funding earlier this year, STORD has doubled the team, adding 20 new employees with supply chain and

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Supply Chain Graphic of the Week on The Still Soaring Price of Diesel Fuel

Supply Chain Digest

Premium for Diesel over Gasoline at All Time High

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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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Stord Hires Transportation and Sales Industry Leaders

Stord

Doug King and Dan Klenkar bring 35+ years of collective industry experience to Stord to continue its accelerated trajectory and deliver exceptional customer experiences for DTC and omnichannel brands. ATLANTA, December 1, 2022 – Stord , the Cloud Supply Chain leader, today announced the addition of Doug King as Vice President of Transportation and Dan Klenkar as Vice President of Sales to its leadership team.

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Supply Chain Cost Solutions? 51 sustainable ways to cut and control them

SCJunction

…because your solutions are kind of important when it comes to your name staying on the payroll.

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Why milestones are important for online learners

Procurement Academy

Some people love quizzes, some people are ambivalent towards them, and some people loathe them. However, when you’re in a learning environment, thanks to human psychology, there’s a little endorphin rush when you correctly answer a question about something you’ve just learned. Indeed, apps such as Duolingo rely on this psychological effect to keep subscribers active, a sense of achievement encouraging them to continue learning and progressing.

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Success Story – Pet Food Experts

Herlitz Inventory Management

Background. Pet Food Experts has been a cornerstone of the pet industry for almost 30 years. Over the last three decades, PFX has magnified its presence in the independent pet retail space and become one of the leading distributors in the country. PFX currently partners with 6,500 pet speciality retailers in 39 states across the U.S, with more expansion plans on the horizon.

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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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Why eLearning should not be one size fits all!

Procurement Academy

I’d like you to imagine King Charles the 3rd, and Ozzy Osbourne, just imagine them sitting side by side in a classroom. Now, because they are both very familiar figures, you can immediately understand why you would not treat these two people the same way – even though on paper, they look as if they belong in the same category. They are both male, the same age, in the top 1% of earners and both live in the south of England for example.

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Tips for Managing Supply Chain Disruption Cost

MercuryGate

In 2022, supply chain disruptions cost global businesses an average of $184 million and an average of $228 million. With that in mind, controlling procurement and transportation budgets is more important than ever. While disruptions are inevitable, proactive planning can minimize negative impacts on the supply chain. The post Tips for Managing Supply Chain Disruption Cost appeared first on MercuryGate International.

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UPS’ Latest Strategy to Compete for Shippers’ Logistics Spend

Intelligent Audit

UPS is shifting its strategy from “Better not Bigger” to “ Better and Bolder” in a plan that combines its digital solutions with its global integrated network to create more value for its customers and new revenue opportunities. In so doing, UPS will combine capabilities from its stand-alone digital services, including Roadie, Coyote, Delivery Solutions, UPS Capital, and its partnership with CommerceHub, to create what it calls a “Logistics as a Service” (LaaS).

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Things You Can Do With Your Cash App!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Best Apps to Have While Travelling! Mobile payment app Cash App changed how we make regular transactions for good. Want to send a friend some money? Need to order a pair of shoes on Amazon? All you need is a free account and some money in your debit card or bank account. Cash App is secure and easy to use, making it convenient and hassle-free.

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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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Podcast | Can Mexico Replace China as a Manufacturing Powerhouse?

Supply Chain Brain

China is losing its luster as a low-cost source of manufacturing. Is Mexico an alternative?

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Tips on How to Sell Your Accounting Practice!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 7 Ways to Simplify Accounting in Your Business! Selling any business or practice is going to be tough, and if you are looking into selling your accounting practice, this is going to be more complex. Indeed, the majority of accounting firm owners are now reaching the age of retirement, meaning there is likely to be an increase in the number of accounting practices being put up for sale.

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Partner Government Agencies (PGAs) – Their Tole in Import and Export Shipments

Promptus LLC

If you frequently import goods, then you may be familiar with the United States Customs and Border Protection agency (US CBP). CBP is a branch of the United States government responsible for ensuring the security of our borders, immigration, and customs. Because of the wide variety of commodities that enter and leave the country, customs […]. The post Partner Government Agencies (PGAs) – Their Tole in Import and Export Shipments appeared first on Promptus LLC.