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7 Ways Consumer Demand Has Impacted the Automotive Supply Chain 

BlueYonder

There are hundreds, if not thousands, of factors that impact the worlds automotive supply chains from tariffs and other trade policies to increasing extreme weather events , interest rates, inflation, sustainability pressures and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). But over the past few years, one force has reshaped not just the automotive supply chain, but all supply chains, unlike any other: Consumer demand.

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International Day of Happiness 2025

Enterra Insights

America’s Declaration of Independence famously declared, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Unfortunately, America is becoming a less happy place to live. Last year, the “Gallup World Poll for the World Happiness Report 2024” found that the U.S. had fallen out of the top 20 happiest countries

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Inside Magna’s Strategy: Winning Business Through Early Customer Collaboration

QAD

In the fast-paced world of automotive manufacturing, the role of a Customer Chief Engineer is evolving. Gone are the days of simply reacting to customer demands. Today, it’s about proactive collaboration, early engagement, and building strong relationships. Guillermo Cano, a forward-thinking leader in this space, shares his insights on how to revolutionize customer interactions and the importance of prioritizing mental health within the industry.

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Rittal, Electrical Enclosure Specialist, Confirms JAGGAER to Streamline Procurement, Increase Transparency, and Enhance Compliance

Jaggaer

RESEARCH TRIANGLE, NC, March 20, 2025 Rittal, one of the world’s leading system providers of electrical enclosures, power distribution, climate control, IT infrastructure, software and services, has confirmed JAGGAER for its procurement processes. From sourcing and contract management to order management, supplier relationship and complaint management, JAGGAER’s solutions support Rittal in optimizing its procurement processes.

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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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Supply Chain Matters Founder Bob Ferrari Featured in New Podcast

Supply Chain Matters

In this Supply Chain Matters posting we alert our many readers to the appearance of Bob Ferrari, our Founder and longtime supply chain technology industry analyst appearance in a recently published and very timely podcast. The SCM Talent Group , founded in 2024, is a nationwide firm focused on multi-functional supply chain talent and leadership needs.

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Expert Tips for Choosing the Right Solenoid Valve for You

IT Supply Chain

By Dwight J Lawrence (pictured) Content Writer The post Expert Tips for Choosing the Right Solenoid Valve for You appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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FMCG Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP): A 'Lite' Approach

Enchange Supply Chain Consultancy

S&OP, is it for me? Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) has been used in FMCG companies for many years as the planning process that provides 'one set of operational numbers' for the organisation. In many countries and cultures S&OP in its common format works extremely well and brings considerable benefits. However, many companies shy away from implementing S&OP as it is considered a financial and resource burden despite the well documented improvements.

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What Happened at 2024’s CoinDesk Consensus?

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post What Happened at 2024s CoinDesk Consensus? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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A Supply Chain Playbook for Tariff Response

Supply Chain Brain

There are a number of steps that manufacturers can take to mitigate supply chain risk and increase resilience if they start now.

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Revolutionizing Hiring: Remote-Insourcing That Slashes Turnover & Training Costs!

What is Remote-Insourcing? Sounds like an oxymoron, right? Not anymore. Remote-Insourcing isn’t outsourcing—it’s a revolutionary staffing model that lets our clients fill key entry-level positions with top-tier, loyal, long-term talent, integrated seamlessly into their businesses—just like local employees but without the turnover or W2 HR hassles. With under 4% unwanted attrition, you train once and keep the same team for years.

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The Future of Cybersecurity: How 5G Networks Could Change the Threat Landscape

IT Supply Chain

By Peter West (pictured) Content Writer The post The Future of Cybersecurity: How 5G Networks Could Change the Threat Landscape appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Watch: Implications of the Panama Port Deal for U.S. National Security

Supply Chain Brain

Nick Vyas, founding director of the Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute at USC, discusses the ramifications of the sale of two port-management contracts at the Panama Canal.

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Can AI-powered logistics tech transform the FMCG supply chain?

IT Supply Chain

By Philipp Pfister (pictured) Sector Vice President, Transporeon The post Can AI-powered logistics tech transform the FMCG supply chain? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Precoro & McMaster-Carr PunchOut for Effortless Industrial Purchasing

Precoro

Whether you're sourcing precision tools, mechanical components, or safety equipment, McMaster-Carr—one of the leading suppliers of industrial and MRO products—has everything you need to keep your operations running smoothly. By integrating its vast catalog with Precoro’s automated procurement system, you gain seamless access to high-quality industrial equipment while streamlining your purchasing process.

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GEP Spend Category Outlook Report 2025

2025 will feel familiar, in some regards. The procurement and supply chain category management landscape will remain turbulent, with geopolitical tensions, worries over fresh tariffs, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions posing significant challenges. But you should also expect some lightning-fast changes in 2025 as artificial intelligence continues to upend the way enterprises and procurement, supply chain, and category management professionals operate.

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8 Tips to Optimize Data for Machine Learning Model Training

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Summers (pictured) Content Writer The post 8 Tips to Optimize Data for Machine Learning Model Training appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Strategic Location Advantage: Why Staci America’s Facilities Are Key to Your Logistics Success

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In the fast-paced world of logistics, a strategic location can make all the difference. When it comes to ensuring timely deliveries, reducing costs, and scaling operations efficiently, Stacis global facilities stand out as key assets for businesses across industries. So, why do so many clients choose Staci Americas for their logistics needs? Heres a closer look at the advantages of Stacis strategically positioned facilities and how they contribute to your success.

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Tech Trends to Watch Out for in 2025

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Tech Trends to Watch Out for in 2025 appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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The Psychology of Instant Gratification: How On-Demand Delivery is Shaping Consumer Behavior

Loginext

On-demand delivery is transforming consumer behavior, driving instant gratification, and reshaping business strategies. Learn how speed and convenience impact purchasing decisions. The post The Psychology of Instant Gratification: How On-Demand Delivery is Shaping Consumer Behavior appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Where Vision Meets Opportunity: Recruitment in Fintech and Healthtech

IT Supply Chain

By MIke Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post Where Vision Meets Opportunity: Recruitment in Fintech and Healthtech appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Optimize Target media for maximum ROI with Pacvue and Crisp

crisp

Pacvue and Crisps commerce solution brings a new level of visibility and automation to brands advertising with Target. Behind the scenes of the omnichannel shopping experience, retail media networks are growing rapidly, expected to capture 23.3% of the overall $772.4 billion advertising market in 2025. For consumer goods manufacturers, this presents a powerful way to reach consumers through a variety of advertising channels, whether in-store or online.

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How to Use AI for Optimizing Supply Chain Management?

IT Supply Chain

By Bohdan Vasylkiv (pictured) CEO & Co-Founder of Incora The post How to Use AI for Optimizing Supply Chain Management? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What Is The Digital Operational Resilience Act?

Kodiak Hub

Introduction to Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) In an era of digital banking and fintech, the European Union has introduced the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) to fortify the financial sector against technology failures and cyber threats. But what is DORA exactly? In simple terms, DORA is a sweeping new EU regulation that ensures financial institutions can keep operating through severe digital disruptions (pwc.com).

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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The Digital Route to Sustainable Manufacturing

Supply Chain Brain

By deploying artificial intelligence in manufacturing systems, organizations can unify and analyze massive datasets to generate real-time insights.

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Modern Bi Migration – Infographic

Bristlecone

Modern BI tools drive cost efficiency, enhance decision-making and unlock advanced analytics for a smarter, faster and more scalable data ecosystem.

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EU Postpones Retaliatory Tariffs Against U.S.

Supply Chain Brain

The EU's tariffs were initially scheduled to gradually roll out between April 1 and April 13, impacting 26 billion ($28.4 billion) worth of U.S. products.

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March 20, 2025 Update

Freightos

Home March 20, 2025 Update The Freightos Weekly Update keeps you informed on international freight with key economic data, demand trends, and rate insights. Judah Levine March 20, 2025 Blog Weekly highlights Ocean rates – Freightos Baltic Index Asia-US West Coast prices (FBX01 Weekly) fell 10% to $2,397/FEU. Asia-US East Coast prices (FBX03 Weekly) fell 6% to $3,537/FEU.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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Podcast | Why Manufacturing Lags in Protecting Against Cyberattacks

Supply Chain Brain

When it comes to effective cybersecurity, manufacturers are way behind the curve.

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CK Hutchison Flags Political Risk as Port Deal Upsets China

Supply Chain Brain

CK Hutchison has been caught in the crosshairs of increasing tensions between the U.S. and China since it announced an agreement to sell 43 ports.

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Nvidia Bets on U.S. as Global Chip Race Heats Up

Supply Chain Brain

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang explained how the company is looking to capitalize on the Trump administration's "America First" approach to manufacturing.

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