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Force Majeure Isn’t Always the Excuse That Suppliers Think It Is

Force majeure clauses are intended to protect parties to a legal contract from losses caused by disruptive events beyond their control. But supply-chain partners might be surprised to learn what such language doesn’t cover.

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Introducing ProcureCon IT 2019

This year, Supply Chain Brain is partnering with ProcureCon IT (19 – 20 November, 2019 – Frankfurt) - the only peer-led event in Europe bringing together 200+ senior IT procurement professionals.

How Spend-Management Solutions Can Help Private Universities

For private colleges and universities, spend-management offerings can prove to be a valuable asset in the struggle to manage tight budgets.

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The Top Miners Are Split on How to Chase the EV Battery Boom

The world’s biggest miners are firm believers in the electric vehicle battery revolution. What they don’t agree on is which metals will deliver the best long-term exposure to the developing global market.

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Q&A | The Future of AI for Strategic Sourcing

Artificial intelligence can play an important role in companies' strategic sourcing initiatives, but there are some key challenges to be addressed, according to Richard Barnett, senior vice president of marketing and alliances with LevaData.

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Pentagon Sees Security Threat in China’s Drug-Supply Dominance

The Trump administration sees the increasing use of Chinese-made active ingredients in drugs taken by U.S. troops and civilians as a national security risk.

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Improving Vendor Management by Streamlining Approvals

Businesses must figure out how to streamline the approvals process in order to ensure effective vendor management.

Solving Pricing Challenges in Healthcare

Contract price misalignment is among the leading causes of pricing issues in the healthcare supply chain. Price discrepancies are costing healthcare providers more than $92m annually.

Health Agencies Set Stage for U.S. to Import Cheaper Drugs

The Trump administration cracked open the door for the eventual importation of cheaper medicines from abroad, the latest salvo in a battle to bring down drug costs.

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Coffee Growers in Crisis Face New Blow From Trump Tariff Threat

The crisis facing Guatemala’s coffee growers, suffering from rock-bottom commodity prices and depressed incomes, could turn into a nightmare as Trump threatens tariffs against the country.

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Three Steps to Align Sourcing Tech With Business Strategy

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

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The Lithium Mine Buildup Is Outpacing the Electric-Car Boom

Lithium miners are bulking up for a booming future when electric cars go mainstream. But speed bumps loom, with prices tumbling on a burst of new production and demand growth slowing in China.

Lithium ore falls from a chute onto a stockpile at Bald Hill Lithium and Tantalum Mine outside of Widgiemooltha, Australia. Photo: Bloomberg.

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