Procurement Strategy Trends 
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 6, 2025
Theyre feeling the heat most, as sudden trade policy curveballs throw procurement plans into chaos. manufacturer I know saw their import costs jump overnight, forcing a rethink of a decade-old sourcing strategy. Traditional procurement, with its long-term contracts and rigid supplier ties, just isnt cutting it anymore.
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 1, 2024
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SIPMM Professional Publications
JULY 11, 2019
Today, companies are increasingly recognizing the importance of sustainable procurement. According to a global study, 2017 Sustainable Procurement Barometer, conducted by EcoVadis and HEC, 97% of the surveyed supply chain professionals from a total of 120 companies regard sustainable procurement as highly important.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 19, 2025
This article outlines key factors driving supply chain change, the limitations of outdated strategies, and how Walmart is restructuring its supply chain using AI and automation. AI-driven analytics, machine learning, and robotics are improving procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supplier negotiations.
Advertiser: GEP
Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends?
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Treating suppliers as essential partners in the field of direct spend management—almost like customers—can be a key component of a successful company strategy. Market Intelligence: Suppliers often have access to valuable business and supply market intelligence, which can inform a company’s strategy especially in the area of direct spend.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 26, 2025
Let’s examine Amazon’s approach as well as the limitations of traditional supply chain planning, the operational benefits of AI, and the necessary steps for implementing AI-driven strategies. Organizations examine past sales trends, apply seasonal adjustments, and make forecasts based on historical models.
Advertiser: GEP
Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Finally, there’s some breathing room, and the opportunity to create long-term strategy, build resilience and explore the growing potential of artificial intelligence.
Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski
Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by streamlining bid processes and more!
Speaker: Olivia Montgomery, Associate Principal Supply Chain Analyst
You'll learn more about: Trending supply chain tech investments to consider. Procurement strategies in response to network delays and bottlenecks. Forecasting techniques to manage inventory. Operational shifts that reflect the growing business influence of supply chain leaders.
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