Supply & Demand Chain Executive

Manufacturers to Experience Operational Gains from Early AI Adoption: Study

S&P Global Market Intelligence

The average number of AI models in production among manufacturers has declined from 242 today to a projected 189 next year.

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Managing the Double-Edged Sword of AI-Generated Code

Unchecked AI-generated code would not just break products— it could compromise entire ecosystems.

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Supply Chain Visibility

70% of Semiconductor Firms Plan Visibility Upgrade

Over 70% of respondents plan to upgrade visibility tools, but the primary driver (35.3%) is improving efficiency/cost reduction, not gaining agility.

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Procurement Software

Why Procurement is Key to Greater Female Representation

While female vs. male representation and compensation remain similar, a gap appears as roles become more strategic and less administrative.

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TMS as Foundation for AI-Driven Transportation Operation

Transportation management systems have already developed the capabilities you would expect AI to provide.

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Carbon Footprint

Modernization as Fast Path to Greener Warehouses

Stoecklin Logistics Inc.

The path to a low-carbon warehouse begins with rethinking equipment already in place.

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Geopolitics to Redraw Commodity Supply Chains

More production is being brought closer to home yet input materials often still cross multiple borders. That means greater reliance on real-time data and collaboration between trading, procurement and logistics teams.

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The Future of Warehouse Safety

Descartes Systems Group

The design of the work, especially in e-commerce warehouse operations, has become just as important to safety as the rules workers are expected to follow.

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Software Solutions

Credit Cards Still King Despite Contactless Trends: Study

Survey data shows that card is still king, but mobile payment methods are continuing to see huge market growth.

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Supply Chain Visibility

More Data, Same Battery: Escaping Supply Chain’s Visibility Tradeoff

A new generation of IoT asset trackers is delivering years of actionable data with little to no battery intervention.

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Carbon Footprint

Building Trust Through Continuous Sustainability Improvement

Cargostore Worldwide

Continuous improvement isn’t about checking boxes; it’s about building a foundation of credibility.

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2026 Pros to Know Award: Nominations Close Jan. 6, 2026

This award recognizes influential individuals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. Submissions close Jan. 6, 2026.

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