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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...
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...
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.
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.
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 ...
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.
Collaborative supply chains do more than create products. They create opportunities. In this video, learn how your business can break open untapped potential in your supply chain with access to the world’s largest open supply chain network, and transform your operations from a cost center to a growth engine. Join the already 500,000+ partners thriving on this network. Your big breakthrough could just be one connection away.
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.
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
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.
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...
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.
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.
