Tue.May 06, 2025

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5 Key Steps for Certifying Medical Devices in the Australian Market

Arena Solutions

Today, many MedTech companies are setting their sights on Australia for expansion. The Australian medical device market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increased healthcare spending, an aging population, and a strong MedTech workforce. Moreover, recent regulatory harmonization reforms in Australia offer an efficient pathway for manufacturers holding certifications from other regions.

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Enabling Edge Connectivity at Sea: ZEDEDA’s Role in Maersk’s OneWireless Digital Connectivity Platform

Logistics Viewpoints

Global logistics and shipping provider Maersk has begun the roll-out of its new digital connectivity platform, OneWireless, aboard 450 vessels to enable smart container and cargo tracking solutions. The OneWireless platform is designed to meet increasing demand for real-time data transmission and pro-vide advanced IoT capabilities, offering customers benefits in areas such as real-time cargo tracking, enhanced supply chain visibility, and improved operational efficiency.

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Coping With the Labor Shortage Crisis in the Supply Chain Industry

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. supply chain industry is dealing with a persistent labor shortage that threatens to destabilize all aspects of the business.

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What Today’s Modern BI Systems Do That Legacy Reporting Tools Can’t

Silvon Software

Analytics and business intelligence (BI) are no longer optionaltheyre essential. In todays fast-moving business landscape, leaders need immediate, trustworthy insights to outpace competitors, spot trends before they escalate into problems, and seize opportunities as they arise. But to do that effectively, they need more than just spreadsheets and static dashboards.

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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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Agility in Action at ICON 2025: Day 2 Unveils New Products and Advisory Services

BlueYonder

Yesterday, Blue Yonder CEO Duncan Angove opened ICON 2025 by introducing a ground-breaking new era in supply chain management. Day two in Nashville saw Wayne Usie, Blue Yonder’s EVP & Chief Strategy Officer, build on yesterdays excitement by giving us a deeper look into Cognitive Solutions and unveil brand new Blue Yonder products. Cognitive Solutions: speed and precision together The new Blue Yonder Cognitive Solutions arent just designed to go fast, Wayne explains.

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Empower Speed and Precision in a Time of Uncertainty: Inside Our Latest Product Release 

BlueYonder

As volatility rises and economic concerns expand, todays supply chains face a new reality: every decision must be faster, smarter, and more cost-effective than the last. Our latest release1H 2025 is ready to meet that momentwith an AI-infused platform designed to help businesses respond instantly to disruption, optimize costs, and make better decisions with certainty.

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Freight Class Calculator & Guide

Freight Plus

Understanding how shipments are classified for less-than-truckload (LTL) freight is critical to getting accurate quotes and avoiding billing issues. This guide will help you estimate your shipments classification and reduce costly surprises using our free calculator and reference tools. What Is Freight Class? Freight class is a standardized system used to categorize less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments.

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Overcoming Supplier Relationship Management Adoption Challenges

QAD

In todays fast-paced business environment, the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively is critical. As a former buyer specialist turned Presales consultant for QAD, Ive seen firsthand how Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) solutions can transform procurement processes. However, the journey to successful SRM adoption is often met with resistance.

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Complex Supply Chains Need Decision Shapers

IT Supply Chain

By Noha Samara (pictured) Senior Director, Analyst at Gartner The post Complex Supply Chains Need Decision Shapers 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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ketteQ’s Announced Dubai Product Release

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides highlights and added perspectives relative to this weeks announcement from adaptive supply chain planning technology provider ketteQ regarding its new product release which is named Dubai. Background Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia , ketteQ describes itself as redefining how businesses approach supply chain planning and execution with fundamentally different technology approach.

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What a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do for You

IT Supply Chain

By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer The post What a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do for You appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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EDI vs. API: What’s Better for Scaling Wholesale Operations

Saleswarp

As wholesale businesses scale, operational complexity also scalesmore orders, more partners, more data moving. One question that often comes up in this phase is: Should we use EDI or APIs to manage our data exchange? The answer isnt EDI or API. Its about when and how to utilize each to support the scaling and automation of your business. EDI: The Legacy Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) has been around for decades and remains deeply embedded in wholesale and retail supply chains.

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Fresh, Fast, and Full: Mastering OTIF in the Food Industry

Loginext

Discover how the food industry can master On Time, In Full (OTIF) delivery with smart software, real-time tracking, and better supply chain planning. The post Fresh, Fast, and Full: Mastering OTIF in the Food Industry appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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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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You’re Already Using Open Networks — Why Not in Transportation Management?

Talking Logistics

Editors Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, Unlocking the Value of Open Carrier Networks. The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Alpega, highlights how Open Carrier Networks enable more intelligent, scalable, and efficient ways for shippers, carriers, and freight brokers to work together. The report includes data.

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Logistics, Mobility & Sanitation – Uber and WeRide Expand Partnership to Bring Autonomous Vehicles to 15 More Cities for

Logistics Viewpoints

Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER), the worlds largest mobility and delivery platform, and WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD), a global leader in autonomous driving technology, today announced a significant expansion of their previously announced strategic partnership , adding 15 additional cities globally over the next five years, including in Europe. This expanded partnership accelerates WeRide and Ubers shared goal of making autonomous mobility a global reality, with both companies leading the way in del

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Customer support at Viperspin online casino – channels and quality

IT Supply Chain

By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer The post Customer support at Viperspin online casino – channels and quality appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Fueled for Growth: 1440 Foods' Supply Chain Transformation Journey

Supply Chain Brain

1440 Foods the company behind trusted brands like Pure Protein, Met-Rx, Body Fortress, and FITCRUNCH has rapidly transformed its supply chain. In this webinar presented by SupplyChainBrain and John Galt Solutions, learn how this renowned brand evolved from a fully outsourced manufacturing model to owning and operating multiple facilities.

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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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The People-First Approach to Funding the Future of Logistics with Michael Sachaj

The Logistics of Logistics

Michael Sachaj and Joe Lynch discuss the people-first approach to the future of logistics. Michael is a Partner at Hyde Park Angels (HPA), a leading early-stage investor based in Chicago. About Michael Sachaj Michael Sachaj is a Partner at HPA and manages and supports HPAs investment opportunities through their lifecycle. Michael has led investment in a number of HPAs top performing investments including ShipBob, FourKites, Paccurate, and Digit.

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The Top 8 EDI Myths - Debunked!

Supply Chain Brain

In this webinar, we'll uncover the truth about how modern, cloud-based EDI solutions can transform your supply chain operations. Join us to see how companies like yours are already leveraging EDI to streamline workflows, minimize errors and drive strong growth.

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What is Fractional Warehousing?

FLEXE

Flexe utilizes fractional warehousing and transactional pricing to scale warehousing needs up or down with demand. Learn what makes it so effective and how brands and retailers actually use it.

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U.K. and India Finalize Landmark Trade Deal

Supply Chain Brain

The U.K. government expects the trade deal to increase bilateral trade between the two countries by 25.5 billion.

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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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JAGGAER expands reach in Kuwait and the Middle East through collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Jaggaer

Collaboration underscores leading procurement software companys regional commitment and expertise Kuwait City, Kuwait, 6 May 2025 : JAGGAER, a leading global provider of procurement and spend management solutions, is collaborating with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver enhanced procurement services across Kuwait and the broader Middle East region.

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Elevate Your Retail Business With Vendor Management Software

Kodiak Hub

In retail, every product on the shelf (or in the warehouse) represents a complex web of supplier relationships, negotiations, and logistical coordination. Managing these vendor partnerships manually - or through a patchwork of spreadsheets and email threads - is no longer sustainable. Thats where retail vendor management software comes in.

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Chinese Trade Flow Resilient at End of April Despite U.S. Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

Chinese ports processed 6.7 million containers in the seven days through April 27, according to data released by the Ministry of Transport on May 6.

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Chinese Manufacturing Robot Appears to Attack its Supervisor, Break Free from Its Bonds

Supply Chain Digest

No Explanation Provided Yet.

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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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Maersk Sends Tug to Tow Container Ship Sitting Adrift in Atlantic

Supply Chain Brain

The vessel experienced what Maersk described as "machinery related issues in the main engine room" while it was roughly 354 nautical miles east of Bermuda.

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Pentagon’s AI Tool Set to Ease Critical Minerals Procurement

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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Navigating Global Trade: Insights from Gene Seroka, Executive Director Port of Los Angeles

Logistics Viewpoints

In recent weeks, the global trade landscape has experienced significant shifts, and Gene Seroka’s comments provide a comprehensive overview of the current situation and its potential impacts. As we navigate these turbulent times, it’s crucial to understand the broader implications of these changes in various sectors of the economy. Late last month, the CEOs of Walmart, Target, and Home Depot met with President Donald Trump to deliver a stark warning: Store shelves could be noticeably