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At the turn of the millennium, the supply chain sector experienced a massive sea change. The industrial revolution gave way to the technological revolution, and within a decade or two, there were more ways to make, move, deliver, and buy products and services than ever before. The result was more vast and complex supply chain infrastructures that allowed brands to reach a broader audience and identify more growth opportunities, but also required more oversight.

Customs modernization has become a hot topic due to several compelling reasons. With the increased volume of international trade, spurred by B2B and B2C e-commerce technology, customs administrations worldwide are streamlining and upgrading their operations. Modernization activities harness technology for improved risk management, clearance, and compliance because a well-functioning customs system has far-reaching benefits. It enhances trade facilitation, reduces costs, ensures fair revenue collection, and strengthens national security. These advantages underscore the urgency of modernizing customs processes, but importers and exporters need to stay current as these updates impact many aspects of supply chains. 

Supply chains evolved and were impacted positively and negatively by global events along the way. Digitization and transformation were leading topics in the early 2000s as most production shifted to higher-risk yet lower-cost countries over the decades. Increased cross-border regulations soon followed as countries saw the need to safeguard their exports and generate revenue from imports, priming the landscape for geopolitical disruptions.

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 Emily Routh, Senior Manager, Human Resources.

It’s that time again – time for the brightest thinkers in the supply chain industry to converge for Connect Europe 2024. In the past, we’ve visited some great cities, learned about some exciting new trends and strategies, and seen old friends (and made a few new ones). This year will be no different. We’ve got great expectations for 2024. Forget all the talk of disruption and uncertainty, – it's time to move ahead! Connect Europe 2024 will kick off our journey forward into the future, and like every journey, how we get there is as important as where we’re going. And we’re going to get there together! With that in mind, we’ve decided to compile a list of the five best reasons to attend this year’s event.

As the head of the product marketing team at e2open, I have the pleasure of collaborating with a fantastic group of subject matter experts. I want you to imagine we’re all fishing on the lake together, and someone asks the group a question. Each will provide their own view from their area of expertise – supply management, logistics, global trade, and planning. This article differs from our usual thought leadership pieces because I asked each team member to answer two questions, and we’re presenting their responses here in this more conversational format.

In today's interconnected global marketplace, businesses constantly expand and engage in new international trade opportunities to increase revenue. However, these opportunities come with risks, especially regarding export compliance with ever-shifting trade regulations. In this comprehensive guide, explore the concept of export compliance and dive into a detailed Export Compliance Checklist that highlights six key steps to reduce risk and inefficiency in your trade operations using game-changing technology.

As part of our mission to improve the world around us, e2open participates in corporate-wide charitable giving campaigns. We believe in the power of collaboration to make a real difference, and we are proud to provide our employees with the resources to support these efforts. Our recent campaign for Water For People was a great opportunity for us to harness our collective power to this end.

The petrochemical industry is highly regulated and has an extreme focus on safety. Having a trusted partner with expertise in moving these essential materials can help the companies that produce and provide these products while helping their customers gain a competitive advantage through domestic and global expansion.