We are excited to announce that the CPO Summit returns on November 2-4th of November at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami, Miami, FL USA! The Chief Procurement Officer Summit is…
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How Geopolitics Will Impact the Microchip Supply Chain
The microchip industry’s value to the global economy is almost unquantifiable owing to the fact that it facilitates other key industries that our society holds in high regard. Industries such…
Throughout history, fireworks have been an integral part of cultural and religious celebrations worldwide. In addition to entertainment, fireworks have been used to ward off evil spirits, celebrate victories, mark…
Slack fill refers to the space remaining when manufacturers opt not to put as much product in a package as could fit. However, there is both functional slack fill and…
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Cobalt- Congo 21st century’s Blood Diamond
With the recent technological advancements of the 21st century, cobalt has become a key ingredient of the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries. Used in electric vehicles (EV) it gives them the…
The new year is a perfect time to reflect on the past 12 months and determine how to improve. Every professional can find areas of improvement, whether getting a promotion…
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How to Address Counterfeit Parts in the Supply Chain
Consumers and businesses alike buy millions of counterfeit products every year, worth billions of dollars. These products pose a serious threat to the supply chain, not only in terms of…
The most recent (COP27) was held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt between Nov 6, 2022 – Nov 18, 2022. The importance of COP27 is now being recognized as this is the…
In the last two years, the capabilities, purpose and future of Intelligent Automation have changed. As IA tools have matured and become more user friendly, applications have shifted from single task-based…
Russia’s invasion of neighboring country Ukraine has prompted global leaders across the world to respond with economic sanctions, as well as pledging support for Ukraine in various ways. This comes…