Trade Turbulence: Harnessing AI to Navigate the Global Trade Stage

Manage global trade uncertainty by leveraging AI for compliance The lingering threat of new tariffs and retaliatory measures — not to mention geopolitical tensions and evolving trade compliance demands — are putting tremendous pressure on businesses that move goods across borders. Savvy businesses are integrating automation and AI for compliance to replace the manual processes and documentation that make global trade management such a complex affair. Our eBook breaks down the benefits of using AI for compliance to navigate the troubled waters and future-proof your international trade operations. Current global trade challenges that can be addressed with AI Stricter trade compliance requirements and shifting trade regulations A volatile geopolitical environment The ongoing threat of new tariffs and potential trade wars The growing demands of restricted party screening (RPS) Ethical sourcing around forced labor and sustainability

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

The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Solving New Business Complexities

Supply chain AI solutions play a pivotal role in transforming how businesses analyze and leverage this data, so let’s explore how this is accomplished.

Supply Chain Management in the Era of Trade Turbulence

The Trump administration is transforming global trade relations at an unprecedented pace. America’s trading partners are responding, creating an uncertain trade environment that has profound implications for global supply chains. Companies that connect their global trade, sourcing, and logistics processes will have a competitive advantage in this new era. During this webinar, moderated by Martijn Lofvers, CEO and Chief Trendwatcher of Supply Chain Media, guest speakers David Strauss, VP of Enterprise Solutions at e2open, and Andy Simmons, Sr. Director of Solutions Consulting at e2open share their expert insights into the strategies and technologies supply chain leaders can adopt to succeed. How can companies adapt and thrive in the era of trade turbulence? Learn from previous trade disruptions and understand how today’s trade turbulence is different from other supply chain crises Gain strategies to leverage the connections between supply, logistics, and trade Understand the critical importance of up-to-date global trade content

The Trade Policy Tightrope: Balancing Supply Chain Realities

March 18, 2025 | Inbound Logistics
John Lash highlights the challenges of reshoring U.S manufacturing in response to aggressive tariff policies.

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.

Why Trump Tariffs Hit Autos So Hard (Even If They Never Take Effect)

March 11, 2025 | Forbes
The Trump administration's fluctuating tariffs are hitting the auto industry the hardest, disrupting decades-old supply chains, raising manufacturing costs, and creating uncertainty that makes future investments risky.

Canada Boasts Noteworthy Trade Arsenal in Tariff War

March 11, 2025 | The Food Institute
Tariffs between the U.S. and Canada create economic uncertainty, disrupt supply chains, and raise consumer prices.

AI Buyer’s Guide: Supply Chain Use Cases

The increasing speed and complexity of modern supply chains demands a lot of time and effort from the humans that manage them. But they no longer need to do it alone. AI in supply chain management has emerged as a powerful knight in shining armor in this space. Or should we say knights? Many AI vendors and solutions have flooded the market to stand before you and sell their services.

Proposal to end low-value import US tariff exemption may roil e-commerce

March 4, 2025 | S&P Global
Shein, Temu and similar companies may need to shift their business models by consolidating shipments into bulk imports and establishing US-based distribution centers if the de minimis exemption is removed.

Strategies to Thrive Amid Trade Turbulence

With sweeping trade regulations on the horizon, compliance, supply chain, and logistics professionals face mounting pressures to adapt quickly. Rising tariffs, stricter compliance requirements, and evolving global dynamics are reshaping how businesses operate. How can you stay ahead of these global trade changes and turn challenges into opportunities? Watch the recording on-demand for practical insights and strategies to navigate this uncertain landscape. In this webinar, experts Andy Simmons, Sr. Director of Solutions Consulting at e2open, Mike Baudendistel, Head of Intermodal Solutions at SONAR, and Nick Persin, Director of Partnerships at SONAR, explore how to: Stay compliant amid regulatory shifts using the world’s most comprehensive trade content library Use real-time market data to make smarter logistics and sourcing decisions Build resilient supply chains that thrive under pressure These actionable insights are designed to empower you with the tools and knowledge needed to tackle trade volatility head-on. Want to learn more about how

Transportation Benchmarking with e2open’s Balanced Scorecard

In this on-demand webinar, transportation and freight analytics experts will show you how to leverage your TMS data to optimize freight spend, enhance on-time delivery performance, and address critical areas of improvement. See firsthand how e2open’s innovative balanced scorecard combines your shipping data with our exclusive market intelligence and can reveal exactly where and how to make meaningful improvements to your transportation performance. You will discover how to: Leverage e2open Balanced Scorecard to benchmark your transportation performance Use actionable reporting to transform transportation data into insights that drive cost savings and enhance service Work with e2open’s analytics experts to unlock the full value of TMS data and help shippers achieve operational excellence Speakers: Kirk Sternberg, Vice President, Strategic Accounts, e2open Stephen Husk, Senior Manager, Data & Analytics, e2open

AI Buyer’s Guide: Data is the Currency

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming global supply chains, making operations smarter, faster, and more resilient. But before investing in AI, it’s crucial to understand one fundamental truth: AI is only as good as the data that powers it.

Transform Your Channel Management with e2open’s Managed Services

Managing diverse channel partners with unique needs can feel like a high-stakes juggling act. Your success depends on personalized engagement and seamless support — but it’s a challenge to deliver this consistently across your entire ecosystem. E2open’s Channel Managed Services takes this burden off your shoulders, providing expert support that complements your channel strategy and empowers your partnerships.

Improve Your Transportation Performance with e2open Reporting as a Service