An Inside Look at Procurement Trends with Amazon Business

Supply and Demand Chain Executive interviews Todd Heimes, global director of Amazon Business worldwide, to learn about procurement technology today and the e-commerce giant’s strategy in digital sourcing.

July 7, 2022

An Inside Look at Procurement Trends with Amazon Business

We talk about trends all the time. The trends that continue to impact the daily operations of the supply chain — both positively and negatively.

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Leveraging U.S.-Mexico Cross-Border Logistics in 2025: Alexis Asks

The U.S.-Mexico cross-border corridor offers potential for businesses looking to drive efficiency in their supply chains. Collaborative strategies and digital tools can help businesses through evolving trade policies and unlock new opportunities.

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SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain Kicks Off Dec. 3

SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain kicks off Dec. 3. Experts from PLM Fleet, Datex Corp. and Alteryx will talk about how to leverage clean technologies, warehouse management and analytics automation.

Pros to Know Award: Nominations Open

This award recognizes influential individuals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. Submissions close Dec. 27.

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Offer Less, Sell More: How Retailers Can Beat Shopping Fatigue

By reducing complexity and focusing on what truly matters, retailers can enhance both operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, making the most of the holiday season and beyond.

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54% of Retailers are Looking for Ways to Increase the Financial Recovery from Returns: Report

As retailers prepare for a bustling holiday returns season, Optoro, Inc. announces the results of its new “2024 Returns Unwrapped” report. This year, the company predicts $160B in holiday returns.

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How Advanced ERP Technologies Fuel Smarter Transportation

By investing in key technological capabilities within ERP systems, you can build more resilient operations that will not only withstand current market pressures but position you for long-term success.

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Cleo Releases Update to Cleo Integration Cloud with New Procurement Automation Solutions

Cleo announces the latest 2024 update to its cloud-based platform – focusing this release on the procurement side of supply chains.

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MaterialsZone Launches Fully Integrated, AI-Guided Product Development Feature

MaterialsZone announces the launch of its AI-Guided Product Development feature, providing MaterialsZone users with direct access to AI-generated experiment suggestions to streamline development cycles within their existing workflow.

Move Over, Humans: AI Agents Are Ready to Operate Our Supply Chains!

Move Over, Humans: AI Agents Are Ready to Operate Our Supply Chains!

Picture this: procurement leaders and teams who not only respond to market shocks in real time, but are able to predict and mitigate risk while continuing to achieve our cost and sustainability targets.

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94% of Consumers Plan to Spend the Same or More Online This Season: Survey

Inmar Intelligence releases its Pre-Holiday E-Commerce Survey Report, which sheds light on the evolving landscape of holiday shopping and the critical need for alignment between consumer expectations and retailer strategies.

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The End of Easy Price Hikes: Why Businesses Must Shift to Value-Driven

While the market may be more competitive, companies that are agile and strategic in their approach will find opportunities to thrive as we move through 2024 and into 2025.

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4 Ways Manufacturers Can Improve Human-Machine Collaboration

Here are 4 steps manufacturers can take to create a harmonious environment for human-machine collaboration.

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Holiday Returns Expected to Reach $160 Billion This Season: Research

With the holiday shopping season underway, a new report from CBRE projects a staggering $160 billion—roughly 16% of all holiday retail sales—will be returned this year.

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Revolutionizing Semiconductor Packaging: Powering the Next Wave of Technology

To remain competitive and drive future advancements, it is imperative for companies across the semiconductor supply chain—manufacturers, suppliers and technology developers—to invest in advanced packaging innovations.

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Scalable Automation: The Key to Staying Competitive in Fulfillment

With reliable equipment, materials and service, and the right packaging supplier, it’s possible to build a future-ready process that delivers consistent results.

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Belting Solutions Powering the Manufacturing Renaissance

Embracing Industry 5.0, sustainability and worker wellbeing will help U.S. manufacturers weather contraction and continue to fuel a transformation of the sector. It feels like manufacturing isn’t just coming back. It’s in a full-blown renaissance.

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Procurement Strategies for a Smooth Peak Season: Alexis Asks

The best of times and the worst of times, peak season can be a rewarding challenge; with a proactive and technology-enhanced approach, procurement processes can evolve into a competitive advantage.

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Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics Role in Revolutionizing Procurement

Predictive and prescriptive analytics can help businesses make the right procurement decisions and advances in AI will leverage data to further shape predictions around future outcomes based on existing information.

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Everstream Analytics Appoints New CEO to Drive Next Stage of Growth

Personnel updates sees new appointments at SourceDay, Savage and more.

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Redefining Customer Onboarding in the AI Era

When onboarding is easy, the excitement to move forward doesn’t fade, it grows – and everyone can focus on what truly matters: better delivering the goods and services that meet consumer needs.

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Gartner Identifies 3 Advancements in Generative AI That Will Shape the Future of Procurement

Agentic reasoning, multimodality and AI agents are the advancements that will redefine how procurement operates and significantly impact the agendas of chief procurement officers (CPOs).

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Model N Introduces GenAI and Intelligent Innovations to Revenue and Compliance Offering

Integrating GenAI and intelligent data into the company’s Channel Data Management, Formulary Compliance and Provider Management solutions showcases Model N's strong commitment to delivering continuous innovation.

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Manufacturers Prioritize Targeted Investments in Their Digital and Data Foundation: Survey

Deloitte’s 2025 Manufacturing Industry Outlook explores trends to help leaders shape strategies and priorities in the coming year.

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Emerging Trends in Manufacturing ERP Systems and Their Benefits

As manufacturing organizations continue to adopt AI, the benefits will only grow, leading to smarter, more agile and more competitive operations.

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Disconnected Supply Chains to Data-Driven Ecosystems: Lessons from the Automotive Aftermarket

CSCOs struggling to realize ROI from their digital transformation initiatives would do well to study the automotive aftermarket’s template: start with the data, embrace transparency and focus your efforts on the business problems you most need to solve.

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Predictive Analytics Beyond Peak: Preparing Retailers for the Unexpected

Ultimately, predictive analytics isn’t just a tool for managing peak seasons; it’s a year-round necessity that helps retailers navigate unpredictable demands, ensuring they remain agile and responsive in an ever-changing marketplace.

Move Over, Humans: AI Agents Are Ready to Operate Our Supply Chains!

Move Over, Humans: AI Agents Are Ready to Operate Our Supply Chains!

Picture this: procurement leaders and teams who not only respond to market shocks in real time, but are able to predict and mitigate risk while continuing to achieve our cost and sustainability targets.