Supply chain managers and procurement professionals are watching a new kind of negotiation take shape, one that doesn’t involve people sitting across a table or trading emails. Instead, artificial intelligence (AI) systems are quietly working out the details of low-level…
In an era of shifting tariffs and trade uncertainty, companies must rethink import/export strategies around diversification, flexibility, and resilience to maintain competitiveness and reduce risk.
Supply chains generate massive amounts of data, and there is no shortage of tools designed to harness that data for better organizational decision-making. Many companies are seizing the opportunity to identify patterns and enhance product quality and delivery. Analytics…
As supply chain leaders boost investment and strategic focus on analytics, they’re achieving tangible benefits—from cost reduction to better forecasting and productivity—by making data-driven decision-making a core part of their culture.
In today’s increasingly volatile geopolitical business environment—characterized by fluctuating freight rates, persistent labor shortages, evolving customer expectations, sourcing and tariff uncertainty, and compressed product lifecycles—organizations are recognizing…
Monday, November 3, 2025 · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cyberattacks are crippling supply chains and exposing hidden vulnerabilities in the very technologies meant to drive efficiency. As cloud platforms, robotics, and connected systems expand, companies must treat cybersecurity as a core supply chain function, building redundancy,…
Monday, November 3, 2025 · Akshat Doshi, M.S. Supply Chain Analytics, Rutgers University
Artificial intelligence and digital twins are transforming supply chain resilience from reactive recovery to proactive, predictive, and even self-correcting adaptability.
The wave of large-scale automotive recalls in 2025 revealed that recall management has evolved from a compliance exercise into a crucial measure of supply chain resilience, agility, and customer trust.
As online holiday orders surge, AI-enabled post-purchase solutions help retailers manage delivery visibility, deflect service calls, and enhance customer loyalty while easing operational strain.
Procurement’s next evolution is shifting from cost control to value creation as AI, early engagement, and cross-functional collaboration redefine how organizations align sourcing with customer impact.
At CSCMP EDGE, Uber Freight’s Steve Barber shared how the company is applying AI to reshape pricing, operations, and customer engagement—without losing the human touch.
As the 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference opens in Nashville, Supply Chain Management Review extends heartfelt thanks to the sponsors whose partnership, innovation, and leadership help shape the future of supply chain management.
Thursday, October 16, 2025 · Jennifer Jewson, president of Together for Sustainability
Even as ESG faces political headwinds, U.S. chemical companies are proving that responsible procurement isn’t just about compliance—it’s a catalyst for resilience, innovation, and long-term value creation.
With just one week remaining, the 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference promises three days of innovation, insights, and networking in Nashville—spotlighting AI, automation, and industry leadership across logistics, CPG, food and beverage, and life sciences.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 · Dr. Thomas Koch, Shen Yeong Loo and Mariana Dias Pennone
A new MIT SCM capstone project demonstrates how a Generative AI-powered chatbot can transform procurement analytics by replacing static dashboards with conversational, data-driven insights that accelerate decision-making and reduce manual reporting tasks.
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