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China Rare Earth Export Restrictions: Global Trade Impact
License delays and sensitive data requirements push firms to rethink sourcing strategies. The global economy runs on elements most people have never heard of. Rare earth elements (REEs) power everything from smartphones to wind turbines, yet they remain dangerously concentrated. When China introduced new export restrictions in 2025, businesses dependent on rare earth supply chains...

Forecasting New Product Demand with AI and Machine Learning
Why new product demand forecasting is challenging Walk into any Target and head to the shampoo aisle. You’ll find at least 75 choices: new ingredients, unique scents, hair-type formulas, and everything in between. Today’s consumers expect variety. Not just more choices, but new ones, driven by personal preferences, seasonal trends, and whatever’s popular on social...

The Highest Tariff Rate Since 1934? 7 Legit Ways To Save Money
June 20, 2025 | GOBankingRates Explore ways to save money as costs rise due to tariffs. John Lash comments that everything will likely become more expensive, regardless of where it's made.

Fleets Grapple With Shifts in Trade, Freight Amid Tariffs
June 20, 2025| Transport Topics John highlights that more advanced technology is becoming essential for shippers to manage costs and respond effectively to changing supply chain conditions.

Congratulations to the 23 e2open Clients Included in the Gartner® Supply Chain Top 25 for 2025
We’re thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 23 e2open clients recognized in the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25 for 2025. We believe this recognition highlights and reinforces the commitment of these companies to exceptional, forward-thinking supply chain management that truly delivers on their business purpose. A celebration of superior supply chain performance ...

Adapting to Change: What the EU’s €2 Fee Means for E-Commerce Brand
Join us for a LinkedIn Live with Stefan Melone and James Bennett to unpack the EU’s new €2 fee on low-value shipments. During this session, you’ll learn: Why the EU introduced the €2 fee, and the US response to small parcels The impact on e-commerce platforms, and Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brands Opportunities for EU and US-based businesses to adapt, and practical strategies for e-commerce growth How to shift from cost-minimization to compliance-readiness This session is packed with actionable insights for exporters, trade compliance professionals, business leaders, and brands navigating this evolving trade landscape.

From Trade Turbulence to Supply Chain Advantage
Hidden savings might be tied up within your trade operations. Untie and unpack those profit opportunities with automation and AI tools that simplify the complexities of global trade – so you can stay updated and agile. E2open’s intelligent trade compliance software can help reduce classification and documentation errors or pinpoint shipment qualification for free trade agreements. Turn trade uncertainty to supply chain advantage.

Signal to Shelf Mastery: A CPG Guide to Ensuring On-Shelf Availability Through Precision Forecasting

The Power of the Network: Enhancing Logistics Through Strategic Carrier Connection
In today’s rapidly evolving logistics landscape, a transportation management system (TMS) connected to a robust and reliable carrier network — utilizing timely and accurate shipment data — plays a crucial role in maintaining a resilient supply chain. This on-demand webinar explores how access to a scalable carrier network can drive on-time deliveries, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction in the face of market uncertainty and disruptions. Industry experts from e2open, Shippeo, and Talking Logistics discuss the transformative impact of network-centric TMS connecting shippers to thousands of carriers and high-quality, decision-grade data to deliver real-time visibility and operational efficiency. Viewers can gain insights into the advantages of leveraging high-performing carriers within the world’s largest carrier network and learn about cutting-edge visibility technologies that improve decision-making and on-time performance. Key topics include: The key advantages of a comprehensive carrier network to optimize transportation costs and flexibility Ways to exceed customer expectations with […]

The Power of Multi-tier Supply Collaboration
For high-tech electronics manufacturers, multi-tier supply collaboration and visibility are the key to efficiency Manufacturing high-tech electronics is a lot like putting together a large jigsaw puzzle: You need to make sure you have all the pieces to complete the whole picture, and it’s a lot easier to put them together with a little help. High-tech brands often outsource production to component suppliers and contract manufacturers, so electronics manufacturing depends on smooth, multi-tier supply collaboration and deep insight across all tiers of the supply network. Download our solution brief to learn how e2open’s collaboration solutions ensure that brands have the right amount of visibility, sub-tier collaboration, and flexibility to deliver.

Beyond the Next Tariff: Building Disruption Ready Supply Chains
In today’s world, change doesn’t wait for five-year plans. It arrives overnight, sometimes in the form of sweeping tariffs that redraw the global trade map. For manufacturers, retailers, and distributors, every new trade policy carries a ripple effect that can disrupt sourcing, production, distribution, and profitability. The recent “Liberation Day Tariffs” sent another jolt through...

How Tariffs Risk Upending Last-Mile Logistics in U.S. Agriculture
June 4, 2025 | Food LogisticsJohn Lash highlights how today’s escalating tariffs and policy uncertainty are not only straining U.S. agricultural exports but also overwhelming last-mile logistics and infrastructure, creating a costly and unsustainable burden on American farmers.

Intelligent Supply Collaboration for Automotive Manufacturers
Drive past supply road bumps with ease Automotive manufacturers and OEMs face increasing pressures in a dynamic industry – shrinking build cycles, shifting demand, regulatory changes, and rising risks threaten smooth operations. Effective supply collaboration is no longer optional. E2open’s intelligent supply collaboration solutions empower automotive manufacturers to optimize direct materials procurement, reduce inventory disruptions, and ensure compliance, all while improving supplier relationships and keeping customers happy.

The 90-Day Window Every Supply Chain Manager is Talking About
Join our global trade experts Dr. Johannes Hangl and Andy Simmons, as they decode the 90-day US-China tariff truce and reveal why derivative duties should be a priority for global businesses right now. Discover practical strategies to reveal hidden vulnerabilities, leverage auomation to calculate true landed costs, and how to use this temporary reprieve to bulletproof your supply chain before the brief respite expires in August.

Employee Spotlight: Usman Syed
Employee Spotlight E2open is powered by a strong global network of problem solvers and innovators driven by strong values and our company culture. Together, we are focused on doing what’s right in business and our communities. Every month, we will shine a spotlight on an exceptional team member who is helping us transform the supply...
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