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Reminder to register! Are You Prepared to Measure the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Across Your Supply Chain? In an era where environmental responsibility is no longer an option but a mandate, join CAPS Research and ISM for a compelling webinar that sheds light on the pivotal shift in supply chain management.   Challenges in calculating and reporting greenhouse gas emissions across supply chains. The journey from traditional tracking of shipments, orders, inventory, and assets in motion, to the imperative expansion of end-to-end supply chain visibility. How the focus extends beyond logistics to encompass the often-overlooked Scope 3 emissions, providing a comprehensive understanding of the entire carbon footprint.   May 22, 2024 | 12 PM-1 PM ET   Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/gDbU7-Zb Adrian Gonzalez #supplychainwebinars #greenhousegassupplychain #californiancarbonemissionsmandate

The latest CAPS News is in your inbox! Check out what is waiting: 🌱 Dive into the world of emissions reporting! Join our webinar to learn about the changing landscape of supply chain management and how to effectively calculate and report emissions. Industry analyst Adrian Gonzalez shares insights and actions to prepare for this pivotal shift. 📊 Check out your organization's CAPS data usage with our Member Engagement Report. Log in to the CAPS Library and select Reports to review activity. Questions? Email research@capsresearch.org. 🌍 Overcome ESG barriers! Discover how 40% of companies are tackling environmental sustainability challenges in supplier selection. 🏭 Manufacturing is on the rise in the US! With over 1.5 million new jobs since 2010, the sector is booming. 🛢️ Watch out for aluminum tariffs! Mexico has implemented new import tariffs, affecting various goods, with aluminum seeing a significant increase. Stay informed: https://lnkd.in/gBSVvfud

Are You Prepared to Measure the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Across Your Supply Chain? In an era where environmental responsibility is no longer an option but a mandate, join CAPS Research and ISM for a compelling webinar that sheds light on the pivotal shift in supply chain management. Led by industry analyst Adrian Gonzalez, President, Adelante SCM, learn more in several key areas: Challenges in calculating and reporting greenhouse gas emissions across supply chains. The journey from traditional tracking of shipments, orders, inventory, and assets in motion, to the imperative expansion of end-to-end supply chain visibility. How the focus extends beyond logistics to encompass the often-overlooked Scope 3 emissions, providing a comprehensive understanding of the entire carbon footprint.   May 22, 2024 | 12 PM-1 PM ET   Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/gDbU7-Zb Adrian Gonzalez #supplychainwebinars #greenhousegassupplychain #californiancarbonemissionsmandate

Geopolitical risks continue to threaten trade routes globally and put strain on supply chain. Logistics and freight have risen up as a critical area for supply chain to tackle with more and more supply management executives having responsibility for these areas, according to CAPS Research data. Read more about the challenges in global logistics and transportation a new blog by Denis Wolowiecki, CAPS Research Executive Managing Director: https://lnkd.in/gwPNf66P #CAPSResearch #supplychain

CAPS asked procurement practitioners to rank the most important ESG factors they consider when selecting suppliers. Safety, Social Sustainability, and Governance were the top 3, suggesting a greater focus on the humanitarian elements of the ESG agenda. Members can access Supplier Selection and Environmental Sustainability Criteria in the CAPS Library to see the full report. Reports published within the last seven years are reserved for CAPS members, but anyone can create a free CAPS account and access more than 30 years of metrics, best practices, and leading-edge research. If you'd like to read this report now, please consider CAPS Research membership for your organization. #CAPSstats #supplychain #scm 

Logistics and freight is becoming more critical in today’s supply chain environment. Challenges with moving purchased goods and materials from point of origin to destination will continue to confront supply management professionals. Learn more about the topic in a new blog by Denis Wolowiecki, CAPS Research Executive Managing Director: https://lnkd.in/gwPNf66P #CAPSResearch #logisticsandfreight

Just wrapped up a thought-provoking session with Denis Wolowiecki of CAPS Research and Jim Fleming of ISM, who shared valuable insights on "High-Performance Organization Transformation" at ISM World 2024! Their emphasis on utilizing organization and spend benchmarks to inform organizational structure and strategic skill development has provided us with actionable strategies for improving performance and ROI. Truly an inspiring presentation! #HighPerformance #OrganizationTransformation #CAPSResearch #ISMWorld2024

This week’s newsletter highlights: ➡ Learn how organizations are integrating environmental criteria into their decision-making processes and the challenges they face. Check out the latest research on ESG implementation. ➡ Executive buy-in is key to implementing ESG in supplier selection! Discover the top drivers behind successful environmental, social, and governance integration in sourcing decisions. ➡ Dive into the role of supply management in environmental sustainability initiatives! Explore how CAPS benchmarking metrics. ➡ Learn about negotiations underway for a Plastic Pollution Treaty aiming to limit plastic pollution worldwide. ➡ Stay ahead of the curve with news of a shipping capacity correction on the horizon. Prepare your organization for potential disruptions and rising freight rates. Proactive planning is key to success. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gY-PzA2c #capsnews

Reflecting on an insightful afternoon at the CAPS Research semi-annual Executive Advisory Board meeting during ISM World 2024! Industry leaders convened to discuss membership and research strategies, paving the way for future advancements in supply management. We're thrilled to announce Pamela Kearney Skaufel, Vice President of Procurement at ExxonMobil, as the new Chair, and Greg Munoz, Vice President of Supply Management and Logistics at Sonoco Products Company, as the new Vice Chair of the CAPS board. Congratulations to our new leaders! #CAPSResearch #ISMWorld2024 #LeadershipAnnouncement