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No Balloons Needed: Practical Moves to Navigate Tariff Volatility

Logistics Viewpoints

The manufacturing sector is facing unprecedented volatility in global trade, with tariffs becoming the latest in a series of uncertainty drivers that are impacting virtually all industries. Trade policies are constantly evolving, forcing companies to assess how these changes impact customer demand, supply networks, fulfillment strategies, and cost to serve.

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Demand Forecasting: A Complete Guide to Supply Chain Excellence

ToolsGroup

Demand forecasting has evolved dramatically in recent years. Businesses have shifted from supply-focused approaches to demand-driven models, yet many still struggle to balance accuracy with agility. Traditional forecasting methods often fail under high variability, leading to excess costs, stockouts, and obsolescence. What is Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain Management?

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Climate Change Threatens the Future of Food Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Already in 2025, we've seen the direct and indirect impacts of climate change on the price and availability of essential foods.

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The Hidden Perks of Buying from Pawn Shops: Luxury Items at a Fraction of the Price

IT Supply Chain

By Richard Pearson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Hidden Perks of Buying from Pawn Shops: Luxury Items at a Fraction of the Price 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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Breaking Bottlenecks: Overcoming Supply Chain Challenges in Data Centers

AIMMS

To tackle their supply chain challenges, leading data center companies turn to advanced supply chain design and optimization software.

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Key Takeaways from the White House’s ‘America First Investment Policy’ Memo

Exiger Perspectives

Key Takeaways from the White Houses America First Investment Policy Memo Client Alert february 24, 2025 Table of Contents The White Houses America First Investment Policy memorandum (dated Feb. 21, 2025) outlines a set of directives aimed at strengthening domestic industry, securing critical supply chains, and increasing scrutiny of both inbound and outbound investments in strategic sectors.

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The New Rules of Business: Why Reinvention is the Key to Survival

QAD

In todays fast-paced world, reinvention has become more than a buzzword; its a necessity for survival. Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, known as the Chief Reinvention Officer and founder of the Reinvention Academy, has devoted her life to guiding companies through this transformative process. Her insights on the Auto Supply Chain Prophets podcast shed light on why reinvention has climbed to the top of the agenda for CEOs worldwide and what businesses need to do to thrive in an era of unprecedented change

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How GLP-1 Medications are Changing the Grocery Sector

Enterra Insights

Rarely do prescribed medications have a noticeable impact on grocery sales. Unexpectedly, however, Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 agonists, like Ozempic, Trulicity, and Victoza, are significantly affecting consumers, food suppliers, and food retailers. An agonist is a substance that mimics the actions of a neurotransmitter or hormone to produce a response when it binds to a specific receptor in the brain.

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The Future of Warehouse Robots in Logistics

All Things Supply Chain

The logistics industry has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years, fueled by advancements in robotics and automation.

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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The Emergence of Supply Chain Data Fabrics

Logistics Viewpoints

ARC was recently briefed by InterSystems. When one thinks of supply chain software vendors, the name InterSystems may not spring to mind. The company aims to change this with the expansion of its data fabric portfolio. Business cycles are compressing and the need to make course corrections is exploding. When you combine the volume, complexity, and speed with which decisions need to be made and executed, the current way companies manage this is unsustainable.

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Taking the Uncertainty and Risk Out of Freight with Erika Voss

The Logistics of Logistics

Erika Voss and Joe Lynch discuss taking the uncertainty and risk out of freight. Erika is Vice President of Information Security at DAT Freight & Analytics, the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. About Erika Voss Dr. Erika Voss , with over two decades of experience, has held high-level positions at companies including Capital One, Microsoft, and Amazon Web Services.

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Freight broker vs. freight forwarder vs. 3PL: Which is right for you?

GlobalTranz

As businesses grow, so do the complexities of managing freight logistics. Whether you're a small startup or an established business, choosing the right freight shipping service provider can be a game changer. You may have heard of a freight broker, a freight forwarder or 3PL service provider, but do you know what the differences are, and which is the best fit for your specific needs?

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Demand Forecasting: A Complete Guide to Supply Chain Excellence

ToolsGroup

Demand forecasting has evolved dramatically in recent years. Businesses have shifted from supply-focused approaches to demand-driven models, yet many still struggle to balance accuracy with agility. Traditional forecasting methods often fail under high variability, leading to excess costs, stockouts, and obsolescence. What is Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain Management?

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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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Unmasking the Supply Chain: How Blockchain Brings Transparency and Trust

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chains, which facilitate the movement of products from manufacturers to consumers, have historically encountered issues such as inefficiency, fraud, and a lack of transparency. Many businesses continue to use traditional tracking methods like paperwork or centralized databases, which can be slow, susceptible to manipulation, and challenging to verify across multiple entities.

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Farelanes: Real Time Lane Pricing for Everyone with Neal Huffman

The Logistics of Logistics

Neal Huffman and Joe Lynch discuss Farelanes: real time lane pricing for everyone. Neal is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Farelanes, a company specializing in providing real-time lane pricing data for the logistics industry. About Neal Huffman Neal Huffman is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Farelanes, a company specializing in providing real-time lane pricing data for the logistics industry.

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[Video] Combating Fraud in the Freight Industry

Talking Logistics

In April 2024, we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — if they had experienced cargo theft or other types of freight fraud in the past year. Almost half said they had experienced theft or fraud in. Read more The post [Video] Combating Fraud in the Freight Industry appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Navigating the Impact of Global Tariffs on Your Supply Chain

ModusLink Corporation

Wooden tariffs stamp is sitting on recycled paper background. Horizontal composition with selective focus and copy space. The global business environment is constantly evolving, with tariffs emerging as one of the most significant changes in recent years. Tariffs, taxes imposed on imported goods, have a major influence on global trade, affecting businesses of all sizes.

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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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Apple’s $500 Billion Investment in Artificial Intelligence

Logistics Viewpoints

Apple in a press release published recently announced a monumental investment plan, committing to spend over USD 500 billion in the United States over the next four years. This ambitious initiative is set to transform various aspects of the supply chain, from manufacturing and job creation to research and development, infrastructure upgrades, and sustainability efforts.

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Understanding the Bullwhip Effect: Causes, Examples, and Strategies for Prevention

RFgen

Managing inventory effectively is a constant challenge for businesses. Balancing supply and demand requires careful planning and the ability to adapt to changing market conditions, especially when considering the bullwhip effect in supply chain management. Misunderstandings about the dynamics of inventory fluctuations, like the bullwhip effect, can exacerbate these challenges.

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Flexport’s Announced Release of AI Powered Applications

Supply Chain Matters

End-to-end transportation and logistics visibility provider Flexport unveiled over 20 added technology and AI powered applications that are part of the providers initial Winter twice-yearly technology suite update. With a mix of leveraged technologies, including Advanced AI and ChatGPT use, the announcement provides a further example for how initial forms of Advanced and Generative AI are being piloted in areas of transportation network routing, management and operational management use cases.

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Common AI Fears in Supply Chain Management (And How to Overcome Them) 

BlueYonder

Implementing organizational change requires buy-in across all departments. Without advocates, even the most necessary changes are at risk of failing. No tool exemplifies this intersection between essential and nerve-wracking quite like AI (Artificial Intelligence). Every company has both avid adopters and hesitant detractors. While AI is certainly not a simple tool to implement, many of the most common reservations surrounding it often come down to misunderstandings about its capabilities.

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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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Beyond Resilience: 5 Steps to Building an Antifragile Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

Why Resilience Is No Longer Enough Supply chains were once designed for efficiency, not disruption. But in today’s world of pandemics, geopolitical shocks, and extreme weather events, efficiency alone is a fragile strategy. The goal is no longer just resilience – it’s antifragility. Coined by Nassim Taleb, antifragility means getting stronger from shocks, rather than just surviving them.

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Cost Performance Index (CPI): What is it and How to Calculate it?

SCMDOJO

Introduction As global supply chains evolve, ensuring cost efficiency is crucial. One way to assess the cost performance of any function within the supply chain is through Cost Performance Index (CPI). While CPI is normally used within project management and earned value analysis, it has significant application and importance within supply chain contexts, particularly in procurement, logistics and warehousing.

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Airbus Sets 2024 Aircraft Delivery Goals

Supply Chain Matters

Commercial aircraft designer and producer Airbus announced its commercial aircraft divisions and associated supply chain supply networks aircraft delivery goal for 2025. The announcement came in conjunction with last weeks reporting of consolidated full year 2024 financial results and guidance for 2025. The European based producers goal is to deliver 820 aircraft this year compared to the total of 766 aircraft delivered to 86 airline or leasing customers during 2024.

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Overcoming Barriers to Tech Adoption in Global Supply Chains

USC Consulting Group

When managing your supply chain, it’s crucial to be aware of the latest technologies and how to integrate them with your existing systems. Doing so will optimize the efficiency of your operations and boost transparency. To benefit from updated technology, you may first encounter some obstacles during implementation. This article explores common barriers to adopting technology and provides strategic insights into overcoming these obstacles so your organization can maximize the benefits of technol

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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How Cross-Functional Training Transforms Supply Chain Performance

Procurement Academy

According to Deloitte Insights , 83% of digitally maturing companies use cross-functional teams to improve supply chain performance. Proper execution of cross-functional training can turn siloed departments into unified and efficient teams; equipping employees with the right skills to collaborate seamlessly across organizations. Of course, the right training is key to the success of such initiatives, and can have a measurable impact on supply chain performance.

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Complete Guide to Backorder Management for eCommerce

Ware2Go

As every online retailer knows, we live in a two-day delivery world where customers expect both speed and reliability. Yet even the most successful brands face inventory challenges, and sometimes stockouts are unavoidable. This is why businesses turn to backorders to strategically maintain customer satisfaction and revenue growth. Backorder management has evolved from a last-resort tactic to a strategic necessity for modern fulfillment operations.

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The Tumultuous Mexican Cross-Border

Cathy Roberson

The history of Mexican cross-border trade is rife with wars and military actions, legal and illegal border crossings, and more. The US's off-and-on love affair with the country has often centered on the need for low-cost labor in its agricultural fields and building out rail networks in the US. Rethinking supply chains is a reader-supported publication.

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