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Modern TMS Solutions: Driving Sustainability in Supply Chain Operations

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However, as carbon taxes and emissions reporting requirements continue increasing, supply chain professionals face mounting pressures from inside and outside their organizations to measure and improve performance against new, nebulous sustainability metrics.

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AI in Supply Chain Automation: Procurement to Logistics

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The adoption of AI in supply chain automation is enabling companies to make more accurate decisions, reduce cycle times, and better manage complexity. AI in supply chain automation is gradually reshaping how core functions operate, particularly in procurement, warehousing, and logistics.

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Key Takeaways from SAP Spend Connect Live

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While SAP has had procurement analytics solutions, last year at Spend Connect Live, SAP announced the Spend Control Tower. Daniel Chapman, the senior director of process transformation for procure to pay at Warner Music, was a keynote speaker. SAP’s Business Network is a supply chain collaboration network.

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What Is E-Procurement? Understanding Modern Digital Procurement Systems

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E-procurement is a digital process spanning the entire procurement lifecycle, from sourcing and contracting to ordering, invoicing, and payment. Unlike basic online purchasing tools, a sophisticated e-procurement system provides an integrated solution that connects all procurement functions.

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Procurement vs. Supply Chain Management: Differences, Challenges & Solutions

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Procurement and supply chain management are often used interchangeably—but in practice, the lines between them can blur in ways that create real friction. Misaligned priorities, siloed systems, and unclear ownership can directly impact key performance indicators like cost savings percentage and procurement cycle time.

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Rethinking Defense Supply Chains with Network-Based Command Centers

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Skip to content The Network Effect Beyond Supply Chains Menu Home Business Networks Supply Chain Management Logistics Resilience AI About Submit a Post Rethinking Defense Supply Chains with Network-Based Command Centers July 11, 2025 Michael Bruens Defense , Supply Chain Management This post has already been read 125 times!

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InterSystems READY 2025 – Modern Supply Chains, Practical Data Strategy, and Tools That Work

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For years, supply chain professionals have talked about visibility, resilience, and efficiency. Not just for IT departments or data scientists, but also for the people who manage daily operations, procurement leads, planners, and inventory analysts.