Forward-looking procurement teams are embracing new SaaS tools to drive innovation in the sourcing process.

Are manufacturers, retailers and brands serious about providing sourcing visibility to ensure ethical supply chains? And are consumers willing to pay for it?

Global supply chains are becoming increasingly complex, as businesses juggle multinational suppliers and service providers, constantly shifting regulations, and more informed consumers demanding increased responsiveness and sustainability.

Factory audits alone are not sufficient to prevent labor abuses in global supply chains. Technology must also be applied to the problem.

Schneider Electric has embarked on a program to encourage innovation in its relations with key suppliers. 

Transportation management system software has evolved in line with current market forces and customer demands for service in the age of the omnichannel.