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Optera Launches Outreach Module for Supply Chain Decarbonization
Optera launches its Outreach module to help companies efficiently collect data from suppliers at all phases of emissions-reporting readiness.
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Practical Strategies to Design an Effective Sustainable Procurement Program
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Pros to Know: CHEP Canada’s Frank Bozzo Constantly Challenges the Norm
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Alexis Asks: Redefining the Carbon Footprint
Clean Energy
3 Ways to Actively Embed Sustainability in Supply Chain Operations
Clean Energy
Embracing Circularity in the Lithium-Ion Battery Supply Chain
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The Resurgence of RFID: Alexis Asks
As technology continues to evolve, RFID is poised to develop into a synonymous player in the game of inventory management.
Mentorship Programs
Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award
This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 7!
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Software Solutions
Implementing PLI Proves Vital in Sustainable Product Design
A Makersite study reveals over half of organizations’ sustainability efforts are driven by regulations despite the benefits from adopting more sustainable product lifecycle intelligence (PLI).
Carbon Footprint
Navigating a New Era of Sustainability Reporting Requirements
Technology will be instrumental for going deeper into the supply chain with greater accuracy and frequency as the spotlight grows on disclosing carbon emissions, other impact areas and sourcing traceability.
Sourcing Solutions
Leveraging Recommerce to Strategically Sell Excess Goods
A reverse logistics partner can help an organization make real-time, data-backed decisions on lotting strategies, generate buyer demand and ensure excess and returned inventory is moving in and out of warehouses.
Carbon Footprint
Businesses Must Digitalize with Sustainability in Mind
Through the integration of a multi-enterprise platform, businesses can manage their supply chains more effectively while demonstrating their commitment to ethical practices and environmental stewardship.
Waste Reduction
Blue Yonder Finds that Consumers are Willing to Prioritize Sustainability Over Price
Sustainability remains a top priority for consumers, with 78% of respondents reporting that sustainability concerns are very or somewhat important to them when choosing to buy a product or shop at a retailer.
Packaging
Packing Materials and Supply Chain Sustainability
Renewable packing materials—which are also compostable in many cases—have greater potential to drive sustainability by helping to reduce harmful waste.
Carbon Footprint
The Power of Inventory Optimization to Unlock Greater Efficiency and Sustainability
As leaders seek areas for improvement and investment in 2024, they must prioritize these foundational components.
Clean Energy
Despite Emphasis, Sustainability Approaches are Falling Short
While a majority of organizations recognize sustainability as important to their business strategy, many C-suite leaders are struggling to fund their sustainability investments.
Carbon Footprint
Why Sustainability is Now Part of Your Operations
We are at the proverbial starting line. It’s time to take stock of the reality in front of us and decide if and how to act.
Procurement Software
Procurement Solution to Help Customers Reach Waste Targets
PorterLogic launches procurement management functionality to empower manufacturers and value-added distributors to optimize their operations, streamline supply planning and achieve waste reduction goals.
Packaging
Phasing Out Fossil in the Plastics Packaging Value Chain
To achieve a company’s climate targets, sourcing managers have to introduce non-fossil alternatives - and they often have to do so quickly.
Carbon Footprint
How Growing Businesses Can Get ESG-Ready
Growing brands have an opportunity to use their time out of the spotlight to become as robust in handling ESG risk as possible.
Carbon Footprint
Organizations Concerned They're Unintentionally Greenwashing
New research from Ivalua has found that more than half (53%) of organizations are concerned that they could be at risk of unintentional greenwashing.
Procurement Software
Post-Peak Returns and Recommerce Capabilities for Omnichannel Merchants
Flowspace announces a nationwide partnership with Two Boxes to enhance reverse logistics capabilities for merchants contending with more than $80B in post-holiday returns and exchanges.
Carbon Footprint
86% of Procurement Leaders Are Spearheading Sustainability
The 2024 report uncovers the transformation of Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) into key influencers shaping company strategies and the role of AI in navigating challenges and opportunities.
Carbon Footprint
Alexis Asks: The Bigger Picture of ESG
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics in the supply chain. The COP28 agreement is notable, but it begs the question, are businesses and industries actually ready to take action?
Carbon Footprint
Acquisition Enhances ESG Firm's Supply Chain Offerings
Sphera announces that it has acquired SupplyShift, a supply chain sustainability software company that empowers businesses to build transparent, responsible and resilient supply chains.
Retention
Lean Management to Increase Supply Chain Employee Engagement
The implementation of lean management fosters a more collaborative culture – one that further empowers people to participate in continuous improvement.
Manufacturing
Embracing Lean Manufacturing for a Sustainable Future
Adopting a lean manufacturing mindset and implementing integrated inventory management can offer efficiency, structure and sustainability from the outset, but its benefits extend well beyond present day.
Sourcing Solutions
Fashion Retailers Need to Commit to Sustainable Sourcing
Each new sustainability concern brings with it a gamut of regulations, adding complexity to an already intricate supply chain landscape. Here's what to consider.
Carbon Footprint
How a Flexible Fulfillment Network Boosts the Triple Bottom Line
By investing in technology, building flexible networks and prioritizing sustainability, companies can reduce costs, increase financial agility and ensure business continuity.
Clean Energy
Why Sustainable Supply Chains are Pivotal to the World’s Energy Transition
Strengthening supply chains and securing a clean energy future requires the participation and collaboration of organizations across many different industries to prioritize decarbonization.
Clean Energy
Sustainable Logistics: Navigating the Path of a Green Supply Chain
The sustainable shift is evident today, where the concept of the "Green Supply Chain" is thriving and seeks to minimize the ecological footprint of supply chain through technology and regulation compliance.
Emerging Technologies
A Transformational Journey from Trend to Sustainable Success
Industry 4.0 also brings new challenges and opportunities for businesses and customers: How can an organization adapt to the fast-changing and complex supply chain landscape?
Waste Reduction
Returns into Revenue: How Reverse Logistics Changes the E-Commerce Sustainable Business Model
By implementing robust reverse-logistics processes, eCommerce service providers can demonstrate their commitment to regulatory compliance related to environmental and consumer protections regulations.
Packaging
Right-sized Packaging Makes Unboxing and the Planet Better
As e-commerce continues to grow, right-sized packaging is becoming essential to meet consumer expectations, reduce costs and uphold sustainability commitments.
Carbon Footprint
Natural Disasters Likely to Impact Sustainability Initiatives: Study
Nearly one in five organizations are now taking a technology-driven approach to their sustainability initiatives – the highest percentage since the launch of the Index.
Sourcing Solutions
Out of Time: Committing Retailers to Responsible Sourcing Solutions Now
Through digitalization with a multi-enterprise platform, brands and retailers can enforce their sustainability standards and monitor suppliers’ progress while fostering the collaboration and communication necessary to work toward these goals together.
Carbon Footprint
The Imperative of Prioritizing ESG During Economic Downturns
Prioritizing ESG is not merely a business choice; it is a responsible path forward that aligns profit with purpose.
Carbon Footprint
How Technology is Contributing to a More Sustainable Future
By implementing technology that tracks customer behavior, retailers are empowered to make more strategic decisions about what they’re carrying and why.