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Pattern Recognition: The Unsung Hero Skill in AI-Driven Supply Chains
Behind every predictive model or AI algorithm is a human who interprets and acts on the output. In supply chain management, the ability to recognise patterns—across time, geography, products, and people—is an underrated skill. Lora Cecere calls pattern recognition the “ape for the unsung supply chain hero.” She argues that a supply chain leader’s success Continue reading
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Unmasking the Myth of Orchestration: Governance, Digital Twins and Real-World Alignment
The supply chain world loves buzzwords. “Orchestration” has recently become one of the most overused terms, often implying seamless end-to-end coordination through AI. Yet as Lora Cecere points out in her blog post “The Orchestration Shuffle,” the term often masks vague strategies and poor governance. In many cases, companies try to orchestrate processes without clear Continue reading
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Building a Human-Centric, AI-Native Supply Chain
The integration of AI into supply chains is no longer optional. At the same time, there is growing recognition that technology should serve people, not replace them. The concept of a human-centric, AI-native supply chain merges digital capabilities with human insight and empathy. Lora Cecere argues that current supply chain planning systems—built on linear, functional Continue reading
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AI Dominance in 2025: How Supply Chains Are Being Transformed
AI Dominance in 2025: How Supply Chains Are Being TransformedSupply chains once relied on manual processes and linear planning. The pandemic and geopolitical shocks exposed their fragility and accelerated digital transformation. By late 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) has become integral to how goods move, forecasts are made, and decisions executed. According to a Liferay article Continue reading
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Smart Warehousing & Robotics: Building the Warehouse of the Future
Smart Warehousing & Robotics: Building the Warehouse of the Future Context: A Warehouse Under Pressure E‑commerce growth and rising customer expectations have turned warehouses into strategic assets. Customers demand faster delivery, accurate orders and real‑time updates on product availability. At the same time, labour shortages and fluctuating demand make it increasingly difficult to scale operations Continue reading
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GenAI Contract Management & Compliance: Unlocking Efficiency and Reducing Risk
GenAI Contract Management & Compliance: Unlocking Efficiency and Reducing Risk Context: Contract Lifecycle Complexity Modern supply chains hinge on a complex web of contracts that govern supplier relationships, pricing terms, service‑level agreements and compliance obligations. Unfortunately, most organisations still rely on manual contract management. Legal teams and procurement professionals sift through hundreds of pages, often Continue reading
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AI & Workforce Transformation: Preparing Supply-Chain Talent for the Future
& Workforce Transformation: Preparing Supply‑Chain Talent for the Future Context Artificial intelligence is transforming supply chains, but its biggest impact may be felt in the workforce. As the SCM Talent Group notes, AI is not just a technological transition but a workforce transition. Open‑source models, low‑code platforms and plug‑and‑play applications are making advanced capabilities accessible Continue reading
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Blockchain & AI Synergy: Building Transparent and Intelligent Supply Chains
Blockchain & AI Synergy: Building Transparent and Intelligent Supply Chains Context Supply chains hinge on trust. Consumers want to know where their food, clothes and electronics come from; regulators demand proof that materials are ethically sourced; and businesses need assurance that partners will deliver on time and on spec. Yet traditional supply‑chain systems rely on Continue reading
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AI ‑Powered Procurement & Supplier Transformation: Unlocking Smarter Sourcing, Negotiation and Risk Management
Context Procurement is no longer a back‑office function focused solely on squeezing supplier prices. It has become a strategic driver of resilience, sustainability and innovation. Yet the processes by which most organizations source, negotiate and manage supplier relationships remain time‑consuming and heavily manual. Spreadsheets, email threads and static policies leave practitioners juggling thousands of suppliers Continue reading
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AI‑Enabled Cybersecurity: Safeguarding Supply‑Chain Networks from Emerging Threats
As global supply chains become increasingly digitized and autonomous, they are facing a new kind of vulnerability: cyber threats. From port terminals and warehouse management systems to vendor portals and logistics bots, every node of the network is now a potential entry point for malicious actors. A recent Accenture study found that only 36 % of Continue reading
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