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How US Companies Are Trying To Protect You From Tariffs
November 11, 2025 | GOBankingRates John highlights that companies tried to shield consumers from tariffs by pre-positioning inventory, absorbing costs, and pressuring suppliers, but how these protections are temporary and consumers will ultimately face higher prices as tariffs move through the supply chain.
Control Tower Technology: The Command Center Your Supply Chain Needs in 2025
According to the latest research from NC State’s ERM Initiative, third-party and supply chain risks have vaulted into the top tier of executive concerns for 2025. Why? Because the threats are coming faster, hitting harder, and originating from outside your four walls. Your suppliers, technology partners, and even the cloud platforms you rely on can...
China’s New and Expanding Extraterritorial Regulations Significantly Impact Global Supply Chains
Key takeaways China’s extraterritorial regulations now extend beyond its borders, impacting foreign companies worldwide These laws cover export controls, anti-foreign sanctions, and strict data security requirements High-risk industries include semiconductors, aerospace, automotive, biotech, and any sector relying on Chinese-origin materials Immediate actions needed: strengthen compliance frameworks, diversify suppliers, implement robust data governance, and prepare contingency...
BIS 50% Affiliates Rule Explained: Risks, Tools & Tactics
What was routine last month could be restricted today. Understand the new BIS 50% Rule and its impact on global trade. The new 50% Affiliates Rule from The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), a division of the U.S. Commerce Department, has turned the compliance world on its head. Thousands of once compliant companies now fall under new export controls and licensing requirements. Deals that sailed through screening just weeks ago are suddenly under review—or worse, frozen. Join our LinkedIn Live to unpack the BIS 50% Affiliates Rule. Find out what changed, why it matters, and how to stay ahead with smarter ownership insight and automation that keeps your business moving and compliant with global trade. What companies and industries are most at risk The difference between BIS and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and why it matters How e2open’s partnership with Kharon delivers enriched ownership intelligence How to […]
How Tariffs Could Impact Black Friday and the Rest of the Holiday Season
October 30, 2025 | Family Handyman Pawan says that holiday decoration prices will continue to rise due to tariffs, since many are made in China.
Just When You Think It’s Safe to Get Behind the Wheel, Tariffs Strike Again
October 31, 2025 | Supply Chain Brain John highlights how automakers are reaching a breaking point after absorbing tariff costs, warning that rising import duties and new trade conflicts are pushing the industry toward higher prices, tighter margins and a potential ripple effect across the broader economy.
Connected Supply Chain Planning Will Reshape the Future of Your Business
How new strategies and technology are ushering in the era of the “super planner” Supply chain planning is a lot like sailing the seven seas. Historically, mariners only had a compass and the stars to navigate, which worked well for directional guidance but left sea conditions to chance. If a storm rose out of nowhere,...
What Is Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization?
Key takeaways What is Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO)? MEIO is a supply chain strategy that holistically optimizes inventory across all network locations, such as plants, warehouses, and distribution centers. How is MEIO different from traditional inventory optimization? Single-echelon methods optimize one node at a time, leading to a sub-optimal network. MEIO balances inventory across the entire network...
What Is Scenario Planning in Supply Chain Management? How to Build a More Resilient Supply Chain
Key takeaways What is scenario planning in supply chain management? Scenario planning is the practice of simulating potential “what-if” conditions to anticipate and prepare for disruptions across sourcing, production, logistics, and demand. Why does scenario planning matter? It helps organizations stay resilient by reducing risk, maintaining continuity, and enabling faster, data-driven decisions when conditions change....
EU and Indonesia Conclude Negotiations on Free Trade Agreement
By: The e2open Global Knowledge team The EU and Indonesia conclude negotiations on Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), paving the way for a far-reaching trade and investment act. On September 23, 2025, the European Union and Indonesia concluded negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Bali, finalizing the text after nearly a decade of...
E2open Kicks Off Connect 2025 Global Supply Chain Summit
Conference brings together customers, partners and industry leaders to exchange ideas, challenge assumptions and build connections that drive the industry forward AMSTERDAM – October 15, 2025 – E2open, a WiseTech Global Group company, today kicks off Connect 2025 Global Supply Chain Summit, its flagship customer conference, in Amsterdam. For three days, industry leaders, innovators and...
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.
Beyond the Name: Operationalizing BIS’s “Affiliates Rule” with Kharon + e2open
As of September 30, 2025, the Bureau of Industry and Security’s (BIS) interim final rule treats any foreign entity that is 50% or more owned - directly, indirectly, or in aggregate - by parties on the Entity List or MEU List, or by select Specially Designated Nationals (SDNs), as though it were listed itself. This...
The New 50% Rule: What Compliance Teams Need to Know
Effective as of September 30, 2025, the BIS 50% rule is a new regulation that dramatically expands the scope of US export restrictions, making hidden ownership a frontline supply chain risk. If your business deals with global trade, you need to understand how this rule impacts your operations – and what you must do to stay compliant. In this LinkedIn Live, you’ll learn: What the 50% BIS rule is and who’s affected Why due diligence is essential to avoid compliance risks What the 60-day transition period means Why this rule has extraterritorial reach How companies can identify ownership structures Watch this full recording to learn practical steps to secure your supply chain from this compliance risk.
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 […]
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