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2025 Gartner® Report Magic Quadrant™ for Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
Gartner® Names e2open a Leader for Third Consecutive Year Domestic and international logistics face increasing complexity, labor shortages, stricter environmental regulations, shipping delays, and more unpredictable risks than supply chain leaders care to count. While these challenges are out of our control, we can manage how we face these challenges by building agility and resiliency in our supply chains. The e2open Transportation Management (TMS) solution can help companies gain unprecedented control to navigate even the most complex logistics challenges. From a single platform, you’ll have the power to: Simplify and optimize logistics activities for carrier procurement, planning, execution, and settlement for all modes and regions Review real-time rating and performance benchmarking for immediate access to guaranteed capacity at optimal rates Optimize shipments to balance cost savings and service delivery performance metrics Immediately access innovations and future-proof transportation for challenges ahead The 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Transportation Management Systems evaluates […]
E2open Named Leader in 2025 Nucleus Research Control Tower Technology Value Matrix
Tariffs, currency swings, labor shortages, and rising costs strain global supply chain operations. Organizations need technology that delivers real-time visibility, intelligent automation, and measurable ROI – to get ahead of problems, not just react to them. That’s why Nucleus Research named e2open a Leader in their 2025 Control Tower Technology Value Matrix. Our unified platform integrates planning, execution, logistics, trade, and supply functions to help you monitor, analyze, and act across your entire network. Fill out the form to download the full report to see how control tower technology is transforming supply chain management and why e2open was named a Leader. The e2open control tower difference Nucleus Research recognized e2open for its unified control tower capabilities. Our platform stands out through: Unified platform architecture Our control tower capability integrates planning, execution, logistics, trade, and supply functions on a single platform for seamless orchestration across your entire network. Massive partner network […]
The Connected Supply Chain Playbook: A Leader’s Guide to Agility, Visibility & Resilience
Stop fighting fragmented systems. Start building connected supply chains. Supply chain disruption is inevitable. But struggling with fragmented technology and siloed operations isn’t. Move beyond reactive supply chain management to proactive, intelligent, end-to-end orchestration. This comprehensive playbook reveals how leading enterprises can use purpose-built AI, unified applications, and the world’s largest partner network to build unshakeable supply chain resilience. The hidden cost of disconnected operations External disruptions, like trade wars or weather disasters, get all the attention. But some supply chain problems are packed deep within your enterprise. Fragmented technology creates blind spots. Siloed teams make conflicting decisions. Legacy systems can’t adapt fast enough. These internal vulnerabilities make external shocks worse.
AI Buyer’s Guide: Cutting Through the Clutter
Find the right supply chain AI solutions to drive real ROI With AI technology now mainstream across industries, supply chain leaders face an overwhelming marketplace of options, each claiming to deliver transformation. Our comprehensive buyer’s guide helps you navigate this complex landscape to identify AI technology that delivers measurable business value.
Coffee, burgers, and burritos are getting pricier as restaurants pass rising costs on to diners
October 13, 2025 | Yahoo! Finance John’s insights are newly relevant as Fed Chair Jerome Powell confirmed tariffs have pushed inflation to 2.9%, reigniting concerns over rising consumer costs. John’s point about how tariffs disrupt supply chains and drive higher prices now highlights why restaurants and other industries are again feeling the squeeze.
Survive the Shake-Up: Stay Agile During Compliance Shifts and Disruption
With shifting geopolitical tensions, evolving regulations, and increasingly complex supply chains, even a small oversight can lead to costly delays, penalties, and missed opportunities. Many organizations find themselves frozen—unsure of how to respond or where to begin. Watch Martijn Lofvers of Supply Chain Media, along with David Strauss, VP of Strategic Partner & Enterprise Solutions, and Dr. Johannes Hangl, AVP of Solutions Consulting at e2open, as they unpack the latest developments in global trade and share actionable strategies to build resilience through greater visibility, agility, and smarter planning. In this session, you’ll learn: What’s changing in global trade and how it impacts your operations How to identify your risk exposure and avoid costly missteps Actionable strategies to reduce tariff exposure and rising costs How to build resilience into your supply chain with smarter data and decision-making Whether you’re just beginning to assess your risk or already making strategic shifts, this […]
E2open Transportation Procurement Services
Transportation procurement is more complex than ever. Outdated RFx processes, manual spreadsheets, and limited carrier access slow decisions—leaving savings and capacity on the table. E2open’s Transportation Procurement Services give shippers a smarter way to source freight. We combine deep logistics expertise, advanced sourcing tools, and collaborative shipper networks to help you unlock savings, improve visibility, and secure reliable capacity. This data sheet breaks down how our approach delivers measurable results—without adding more work for your team.
E2open Named Leader in 2025 Nucleus Research Control Tower Technology Value Matrix
Tariffs, currency swings, labor shortages, and rising costs strain global supply chain operations. Organizations need technology that delivers real-time visibility, intelligent automation, and measurable ROI – to get ahead of problems, not just react to them. That’s why Nucleus Research named e2open a Leader in their 2025 Control Tower Technology Value Matrix. Our unified platform integrates planning, execution, logistics, trade, and supply functions to help you monitor, analyze, and act across your entire network. Fill out the form to download the full report to see how control tower technology is transforming supply chain management and why e2open was named a Leader. The e2open control tower difference Nucleus Research recognized e2open for its unified control tower capabilities. Our platform stands out through: Unified platform architecture Our control tower capability integrates planning, execution, logistics, trade, and supply functions on a single platform for seamless orchestration across your entire network. Massive partner network […]
On-Shelf Precision: The Impact of Demand Signals for CPG Brands
Solve On-Shelf Availability Problems with Better Retail Data Missing products on retailer shelves cost you sales, customers, and market share. When your products aren’t on the shelf, customers buy from competitors instead. Consistent on-shelf availability is essential for customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. But data quality issues, silos, and disconnected systems make that tough. Watch this LinkedIn Live session with e2open experts Jeff Eckel and Rahul Roddam to learn how smart CPG brands use harmonized demand signals and collaboration to keep products available when and where customers need them. What you’ll learn: Why consistent on-shelf availability is a critical focus for brands and retailers Common causes of on-shelf availability problems Why clean data is the “glue for your supply chain” How demand signals impact forecasting, replenishment and the ability to keep products on shelves Steps to break down internal silos for better collaboration Why this matters now: Omnichannel fulfillment makes […]
E2open Ocean Shipping Index
E2open’s Ocean Shipping Index examines current trends based on real data related to several critical trade lanes and offers a historical context for even deeper insights. Decision-makers can use the index to more fully understand the impact of disruptions, gain unique visibility into supply chain movements worldwide and take informed action based on actual data.
E2open Road Freight Market Index
This report provides intelligence that helps supply chain experts understand how their organizational performance compares to industry standards across an elaborate set of key performance indicators. As a result, leaders gain visibility into new opportunities and a better awareness of the tradeoffs between cost and service.
August Truck Freight Tonnage Highest Since December 2023
September 24, 2025 | Transport Topics John highlights that rising tariffs and economic uncertainty are creating structural risks, putting pressure on consumers and raising concerns for retailers as peak shipping season approaches.
Impact Of Interest-Rate Cut Could Be Minimal Amid Current Chaos
September 22, 2025 | Institute for Supply Management John emphasizes in the piece that companies are frozen by uncertainty from tariffs, inflation, and a weakening job market, making them hesitant to hire or invest despite lower interest rates.
Candy prices creeping higher this Halloween
September 22, 2025 | 10 WJAR Halloween candy prices are rising. Pawan Joshi breaks down why. While many assume that tariffs are the only factor, it's important to understand that climate change is also affecting crops.
US Fed expects soft landing with only 1 rate cut in 2026
September 18, 2025 | S&P Global John highlights that the Fed’s cautious approach to rate cuts reflects the unprecedented uncertainty created by today’s mix of tariffs, labor market shifts, and inflation pressures.
Importers adjust shipping strategies after US ends low-value tariff waiver
September 17, 2025 | S&P Global John notes the end of the de minimis tariff exemption disproportionately affects small exporters, raising costs for them and consumers, potentially reducing market access and consumer choice.
Your Halloween candy might cost a bit more this year
September 15, 2025 | ConsumerAffairs Your favorite Halloween candy is going to be more expensive this year. Learn why prices are going up and how consumers can save.
Breaking: How the 40% Transshipment Penalty is Reshaping Global Trade
The US is cracking down on transshipments A 40% transshipment penalty is pushing companies to rethink how and where they source, ship and declare their goods. Don’t wait for customs to flag you. See how the penalty could reshape your supply chain maps–and what smart companies are doing next.
Shoppers met with canceled orders, delays as de minimis exemption ends
August 30, 2025 | Yahoo! news John highlights that ending the de minimis rule will challenge smaller businesses with added customs processes and could limit access to unique products, ultimately reshaping consumer choices.