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Boston University’s Sourcing Transformation

Logistics Viewpoints

Facilities sourcing and construction contracting were centralized in the procurement department. In the past, you opened the two documents on your desktop and had to swivel your head back and forth. The post Boston University’s Sourcing Transformation appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. There was also a realignment.

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The Free TMS with Tim Higham

The Logistics of Logistics

Key Takeaways: The Free TMS Free and open-source: AscendTMS is a free and open-source transportation management system (TMS). This means that it is free to use and modify, and the source code is available for anyone to inspect. It has a user-friendly interface and a comprehensive documentation library.

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Freight Document Processing: Dos and Don’ts

RPA Labs

It’s important to consider these ten factors when considering automated document processing technology to add value and resiliency to the freight industry. Do Enable Real-Time Document Sharing Capabilities. One of the most beneficial aspects of a document management system is its ability to share documents in real time.

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[INFOGRAPHIC] FreightWaves SONAR spot freight market data sources

FreightWaves SONAR

Spot freight provides a short-term way to source capacity and boost procurement outside of contracted rates whether TL or LTL. So let’s take a closer look at the top spot freight market data analytics sources that power SONAR. Electronic tender data The first and perhaps the most important data source is electronic tender data.

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Unmasking the Supply Chain: How Blockchain Brings Transparency and Trust

Logistics Viewpoints

Companies find it difficult to fully trust the data from suppliers, complicating efforts to ensure product authenticity, safety, and ethical sourcing. This will enable diamond jewelry consumers at scale to engage with the unique journeys their diamonds have taken from source.

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Key Takeaways from SAP Spend Connect Live

Logistics Viewpoints

SAP is embedding its generative Joule across the SAP Ariba source-to-pay solution portfolio to make it easier for their customers to manage routine inquiries, such as status updates, summarization, and frequently asked questions. Spend Management Takeaways SAP continues to invest in using generative AI to improve the user experience.

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Supply Chain & Logistics News January 2nd-6th 2025

Logistics Viewpoints

SEFE will manage global ammonia sourcing and distribution through Germanys hydrogen core grid, while Hegh Evi will provide midstream infrastructure, including shipping and floating ammonia-to-hydrogen conversion. These passports provide a digital way to document a products entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and transparency.