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Why Safety Must Be Part of Logistics ESG Commitments

Supply Chain Brain

Safety is included under ESGs social pillar, but in the context of logistics, it often takes a backseat to other social issues.

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Five Signs You’ve Built a Sustainable Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Achieving a sustainable supply chain is a worthy goal but also one that requires continual management and refinement.

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Three Ways That Right-Sizing Packaging Benefits the Environment

Supply Chain Brain

E-commerce growth comes with an environmental cost, but rightsizing packaging offers a simple way to reduce its impact.

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Three Steps to Improving Supply Chain Decarbonization Strategies

Supply Chain Brain

Next-gen solutions provide immediate insights into data reliability by using artificial intelligence-driven verification to flag outliers and improve reporting accuracy.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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How Responsible Sourcing Creates Antifragile Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Businesses control their reputation, partnerships and supply chain ethics, and must ask themselves: What are our core values?

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Three Ways AI Is Helping Grocers Cut Waste and Boost Profits

Supply Chain Brain

AI-driven forecasting, replenishment, and logistics are proving that sustainability and profitability go hand in hand.

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A Unified Digital Thread Drives Sustainability in Industrial Companies

Supply Chain Brain

By incorporating a digital thread into their operations, industrial companies can transition from reactive decision-making to proactive strategy execution based on their data.

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How Data Analytics Is Enabling Successful Supply Chain Sustainability Initiatives

Supply Chain Brain

Data analytics is playing an evolving role in helping companies achieve supply chain sustainability objectives.

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Six Stakeholder Strategies for Collaborative Sustainability

Supply Chain Brain

Sustainability management and oversight frameworks should be designed not just to meet current standards but to set new benchmarks in sustainable business practices.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Think You Have to Choose Between Sustainability and Cost? Think Again

Supply Chain Brain

As shippers adopt more innovative, emission-reducing strategies, they are paving the way for a more efficient and forward-thinking freight network.

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Ensuring Environmental Accountability Through Circular Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain transparency has become a critical factor in reducing waste, optimizing resource efficiency, and ensuring compliance with evolving environmental regulations.

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Harnessing RAIN RFID and Wireless Power for Sustainable Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Wireless power and RAIN RFID are fundamentally reshaping supply chain sustainability.

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Building Resilient Supply Chains: Three Key Principles from a Governance Perspective

Supply Chain Brain

Companies must redefine governance frameworks to incorporate risk visibility, regulatory compliance and technology-driven decision-making.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Future-Proof Your Supply Chain Against Climate Disruptions

Supply Chain Brain

As extreme weather events become more disruptive to supply chain operations, the importance of climate proofing is increasing.

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How AI Can Save the U.S. 13M Gallons of Fuel

Supply Chain Brain

While the transition to electric or alternative fuel trucks faces many obstacles, AI offers a solution to reduce fuel consumption right now.

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How Smarter Reverse Logistics Can Slash Costs and Carbon Footprints

Supply Chain Brain

The future of retail depends on reimagining returns as an opportunity for innovation.

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Regulations Are Uncertain, But the Business Case for Emissions Reporting Is Proven

Supply Chain Brain

By 2030, we will see a growing divide between companies that embraced emissions reduction as a competitive advantage and those that stalled due to short-term uncertainty.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Building ESG Accountability in the Chemical Manufacturing Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Proactive compliance reduces legal risks, improves stakeholder trust and strengthens relationships with ESG-conscious customers.

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Staying Compliant and Competitive Through Sustainable Packaging

Supply Chain Brain

The incorporation of sustainability into packaging strategies is increasingly vital for brands aiming to meet consumer expectations and achieve long-term success.

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How Zero-Emission Yard Trucks Impact ESG

Supply Chain Brain

When it comes to reporting on sustainability initiatives and cost savings, a specialized partner provides real-time insights into fuel savings, emission reductions, and operational efficiency.

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Embracing Sustainability in Hazmat Packaging

Supply Chain Brain

By prioritizing circularity, sustainable sourcing, and resource efficiency, businesses can achieve long-term benefits while contributing to a healthier planet

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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The Key Challenges in Achieving Supply Chain Decarbonization

Supply Chain Brain

Addressing supply chain sustainability challenges requires a strategic, data-driven, and collaborative approach.

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Navigating the ESG Compliance Road in 2025

Supply Chain Brain

While ESG legislation is still in the developing stage in many countries, most companies surveyed understand the importance of building an ESG dimension into their business.

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How Supply Chain Collaboration Can Make Businesses More Sustainable

Supply Chain Brain

The benefits of collaboration with suppliers are manifold.

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Enhancing Governance in Warehouse Operations

Supply Chain Brain

As supply chains evolve, organizations that implement warehouse orchestration will gain a significant advantage.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Cutting Costs While Reducing Your Carbon Footprint

Supply Chain Brain

Beyond simply minimizing the packaging materials used, companies can explore alternative additional sustainable packaging solutions.

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Cutting Carbon: Three Key Strategies for a Sustainable Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Decarbonizing supply chains requires bold action and strategic investments.

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Three Things to Know About Alternative Fuels

Supply Chain Brain

Efficiency is at the core of reducing supply chain waste and, therefore, achieving sustainability goals.