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Walmart’s Using AI to Negotiate with Suppliers, Is the Human Touch Being Replaced?

Walmart is using AI tool Pactum to negotiate with suppliers, and 85% prefer it to a human. But does that mean the end of personal supplier relationships? Here’s what this shift means for buyers, bots, and the future of sourcing.

Jun 24, 2025

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Sourcing Spotlight: The Special Relationship... and a Not-So-Special Scenario

This week, we’re diving into two headlines that could seriously shift your sourcing plans, one filled with opportunity, and the other? Potentially very costly.

Jun 19, 2025

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4 min read

The US-UK Trade Deal: What It Really Means for Small Businesses

The 2025 US–UK Economic Prosperity Deal is here. From tariff cuts to market access perks, what does this mean for small businesses, and what’s the catch? Here's your no-fluff breakdown.

Jun 18, 2025

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6 min read

What a U.S.–Iran War Could Mean for Your Supply Chain - And How Small Businesses Can Stay Resilient

A U.S.–Iran war could disrupt oil markets, shipping routes, and global supply chains, but small businesses aren’t powerless. Here’s what to expect and the practical steps you can take to stay flexible, prepared, and calm under pressure.

Jun 18, 2025

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5 min read

Sourcing Spotlight - North America’s Supply Chain Under Pressure: Canada, China, and the EV Crunch

As Trump’s new tariffs hit, Canada’s manufacturing role faces fresh strain, while a partial U.S.–China trade deal leaves businesses navigating high costs and uncertainty. Plus: how the global mineral crunch is reshaping EV supply chains.

Jun 13, 2025

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4 min read

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Walmart’s Using AI to Negotiate with Suppliers, Is the Human Touch Being Replaced?

Sourcing Spotlight: The Special Relationship... and a Not-So-Special Scenario

The US-UK Trade Deal: What It Really Means for Small Businesses

What a U.S.–Iran War Could Mean for Your Supply Chain - And How Small Businesses Can Stay Resilient

Sourcing Spotlight - North America’s Supply Chain Under Pressure: Canada, China, and the EV Crunch

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