Sourcing & Procurement: Page 5

Procurement Software

Majority of Companies Still Rely on Manual Pricing Methods: Zilliant Survey

While 39% of organizations have an established pricing council to oversee their pricing operations, few (25%) have price performance analytics available to gauge effectiveness.

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Financial Management Software

High Cost of Equipment Main Barrier to Modernizing Supply Chains: Survey

Mitsubishi HC Capital America

To navigate these complexities, businesses are increasingly turning to creative financing solutions.

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7 Ways to Combat Procurement Employee Turnover

It's essential for organizations to recognize and address the root causes of turnover. An airtight talent-retention plan will prevent any talent leaks and keep procurement operations rolling.

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30% Manufacturing Leaders Cite Change Resistance as Top Obstacle: Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc.

81% of manufacturers say external and internal pressures are accelerating digital transformation.

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State of Logistics Report Highlights Business Optimism in Supply Chain

Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP)

However, there is ongoing fragile business optimism driven by fluctuating demand, emerging technological disruptions, and a renewed need for resilience and agility.

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84% of Procurement Leaders Say Recession is Here: Fairmarkit Study

As cost pressures intensify and supply chains remain unpredictable, leaders are turning to AI to stay ahead.

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42% of North American Distributors Don’t Have Plans for Responding to Tariffs

79% plan to raise prices to protect margins, indicating that pass-through pricing remains the default strategy.

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JLL Forms Dedicated Advanced Manufacturing Group

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL)

The new group comprises a Center of Excellence that assembles JLL manufacturing experts across leasing advisory, work dynamics, project and development services and property management.

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72% of Retailers Confident in Cross-Border Sales Growth: Asendia Research

However, 44% say they’ve already been negatively impacted by tariffs.

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Sourcing Solutions

Bastian Solutions, viastore Merger to Strengthen Automation Capabilities

Bastian Solutions

The merger aims to create new opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and growth, delivering even more comprehensive automation solutions.

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Consumers Prefer U.S.-Made Goods, But Don’t Want to Pay Extra: Integris Report

While American consumers are showing renewed interest in products made in the United States, outdated technology is threatening to undermine that momentum.

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U.S. Tariffs, China's Rare Earth Controls Create Perfect Storm for Global Supply Chain Collapse: Everstream Analytics

Everstream Analytics

China's new export controls on rare earths could disrupt semiconductor and automotive manufacturing within days. Here's how.

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