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Supplier Networks in 2016

There's no one around who does a better job analyzing the topic of supplier networks than Jason Busch of Spend Matters. In a recent article on the site, he reviews where he thinks networks are going in the new year. Read more...

Improving Strategic Sourcing

Strategic sourcing is a key process in the supply chain, particularly in the areas of logistics and transportation. Improvement each and every time the sourcing process occurs is a must. Read more...

Pick Up the Pace

The ability to move quickly is almost always a positive trait. In the supply chain world, it's almost table stakes. Read more...

Supply Chain & Logistics Trends for the New Year

January is almost past, but it's not too late to read about supply chain & logistics trends, particularly when they're from one of our favorite sources. Read more...

Supply Chain Challenges Requiring Automation

Integration and connectivity are necessary to automate supply chain processes. Sounds obvious, but small companies and businesses in lesser developed countries aren't necessarily there yet. Read more...

Big Data Hits Its Stride

Recent surveys show that Big Data is hitting its stride, but challenges remain. From talent gaps to data source issues, the technology still has a ways to go. Read more...

The Challenges of Same Day Delivery

A lot of retailers, B2B sellers, and websites wish the 'Same Day Delivery' challenge would just go away. That's not going to happen, according to Cliff Holtse on the Supply Chain Digest site. Read more...

The Industrial IoT and Visibility

The Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly moving ahead and holds much promise for supply chains, especially in the area of visibility. Advanced sensor networks will bring end-to-end processes from manufacturing to logistics under better control. Read more...

Women in Procurement

There aren't enough women in supply chain roles, but that's changing a bit due to the influence of leaders like Mickey North Rizza. In a recent Spend Matters article, she explains her path and the importance of mentorship to those women who are following her. Read more...

Retail Transparency Trends

In the world of retail, transparency throughout the supply chain is being chased by everyone. It's not only being legislated in some cases, it's also just good business. Read more...

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