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Global trade has become much more unstable in recent times. Reciprocal tariffs and derivative duties are rewriting the rulebook and presenting new challenges for global enterprises everywhere. For compliance officers, global sourcing strategists, and supply chain leaders, there’s more to it than just understanding regulations – you must know how to adapt sourcing strategies, ensure correct HTS codes, and build resilience against unfair trade practices as well. In short, you have to be nimble, flexible, and informed. What follows is a detailed, actionable roadmap through the maze of reciprocal tariffs and derivative duties and their implications for global trade management. Along the way, you’ll find practical tips, scenarios, and steps you can take today to turn compliance challenges into opportunities.

Dynamic freight markets are keeping logistics leaders on their toes. Between unpredictable rates, limited carrier capacity, and constant disruptions, staying ahead can feel overwhelming. And figuring out how you’re performing against market standards, and spotting areas for improvement takes serious time and resources – something many teams just don’t have. But there's good news. With e2open Reporting as a Service (RaaS) is here to make your life easier. It takes your transportation data and turns it into simple, actionable insights. That means you can save money, improve delivery performance, and make decisions faster. Ready to upgrade your transportation strategy? Let’s dive in!

DALLAS – April 28, 2025 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, announces that Nutrabolt has selected e2open’s connected supply chain platform as part of their digital transformation strategy. Building upon its use of e2open Transportation Management, Parcel, and Global Trade Management applications, Nutrabolt has added Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO) applications to increase productivity and ensure supply as the company prioritizes scalable solutions to manage the complexities of growth.

Imagine trying to balance on one leg, make a cup of coffee with one hand, order your groceries on your phone with the other, trying to herd your loose dogs chasing squirrels back into the house, while also getting yelled at by your spouse that the dishwasher is leaking. This is the current state of global trade. Chaotic. Impossible. Overwhelming.

Secondary tariffs have introduced a layer of complexity for trade compliance professionals and importers. These additional duties not only target imports from specific countries but also penalize third-party entities trading with U.S.-sanctioned nations. To effectively manage these challenges, businesses must understand secondary Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes, their practical applications, and how to classify products accurately.

Sometimes it seems like all you do is blink, and when you open your eyes the world around you has completely changed. The grass is a little taller. Your hands look a little older. A new form of technology has been announced on the news. Change is our only, true constant companion. In a digital landscape, this constant change presents both unprecedented challenges and exciting opportunities for channel marketing and sales leaders. Current trends in channel marketing, such as the adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning, the increased focused on risk management, stricter global regulations, and growing channel ecosystem complexity, are all reshaping how we connect with partners and customers.  

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 in our communities. Every month, we will shine a spotlight on an exceptional team member who is helping us transform the supply chain industry. This month, we held a Q&A with Heidi Roop, Logistics Manager at e2open.

DALLAS – March 27, 2025 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, today announced that e2open has been positioned by Gartner as a Leader for the third consecutive year in the 2025 Magic Quadrant for Transportation Management Systems.

Spirit Week is a five-day celebration of e2open employees and the contributions they make toward our culture and success. This event takes place in all e2open offices around the globe, and it gives us all the chance to build each other up, praise our best and brightest stars, and celebrate the multicultural community that defines our company