The Ultimate Guide to Supply Chain
A curated American edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Supply Chain.
What to know about Supply Chain
Supply chain management encompasses the intricate network of processes involved in producing and distributing goods and services, linking manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers. In today's rapidly evolving business environment, supply chains face numerous challenges, including cybersecurity risks, sustainability expectations, and technological disruptions.
Recent stories highlight the growing importance of resilience and security within supply chains, emphasizing the need for proactive approaches to manage cyber risks and maintain operational continuity. Advanced technologies like AI, blockchain, IoT, and cloud-based solutions are reshaping how organizations optimize supply chain visibility, efficiency, and transparency.
Moreover, sustainability has become a critical consideration, driving organizations to adopt greener practices and transparent reporting. The integration of digital tools and automation supports this transition, enabling more agile and sustainable supply chain networks.
Whether addressing digital transformation, managing geopolitical risks, or navigating current economic pressures, exploring these stories can provide valuable insights into managing and advancing modern supply chains effectively.
American Supply Chain News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Freehand names Krshna Prashant as first US Marketing Lead
The appointment signals a push to win cautious enterprise buyers as the supply-chain AI company expands in the US after a USD $75 million seed round.
SC Codeworks launches AI-native logistics platform
Warehouse operators could cut custom connections and speed partner onboarding as SC Codeworks folds AI into logistics system integration.
Samsung & NTT Transatel add eSIM boost to Galaxy Z
Users of the latest Galaxy Z phones in the US can activate service immediately, without a physical SIM or Wi‑Fi, as eSIM adoption gathers pace.
AIR launches AI firewall with USD $50 million backing
Enterprises face a new runtime security gap as AI agents increasingly access internal systems, files and tools without oversight.
Google launches BigQuery Graph for AI & fraud checks
Fraud teams and AI builders can now query linked data in BigQuery without moving it to a separate graph database, Google said.
OMIKINA launches AI news platform on infrastructure
Readers can now track the power, land and supply-chain pressures behind AI deployment as OMIKINA adds evidence-led reporting and an infrastructure atlas.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Supply Chain
Coder launches Agent Relay for Cursor in private preview
Dragos tops Forrester OT security strategy ranking
Altimetrik wins AWS generative AI specialisation
Blue Yonder named Verdantix leader in green quadrant
Broadcom launches TrueSource for secure open source
Featured News
DesignVerse targets U.S. firms with private cloud AI tools
DesignVerse is targeting U.S. aviation, defence and finance clients with on-premise AI tools as data sovereignty concerns reshape vendor choice.
Schrodinger's ERP both dead and alive, says Rimini Street
Businesses can avoid costly ERP rip-and-replace projects by layering AI and automation onto existing systems, Rimini Street says.
Lumana's focus on vertical applications for AI video surveillance platform
Lumana's Principal Product Manager says its camera-agnostic AI platform is expanding beyond security into retail, healthcare and smart cities.
CrowdStrike report: AI is rewriting rules of cybersecurity
Organisations now have just 48 hours to patch most flaws, as AI helps attackers weaponise vulnerabilities far faster than before.
Expert Columns
Why firms are now looking for AS9100 certification
When IT fails in manufacturing, the whole supply chain pays
AI is creating a semiconductor boom. But who will keep it running?
Why maritime and offshore leaders are sinking physical SIMs for global connectivity
The psychology of better decision-making in the real-time enterprise
What Role Does Data Quality Play in Data Governance?
The post-quantum mandate isn't about algorithms, it's about operational trust
Managing your supplier risk isn't a deadline. It's about your resilience
Scaling globally requires more than cloud capacity
Why geocoding technology has become a cross-industry growth driver
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
DesignVerse targets U.S. firms with private cloud AI tools
Schrodinger's ERP both dead and alive, says Rimini Street
Lumana's focus on vertical applications for AI video surveillance platform
CrowdStrike report: AI is rewriting rules of cybersecurity
Storage to strategy: Everpure pivots to data intelligence
Recent Supply Chain News
Akamai signs USD $11.6bn cloud deal with Anthropic
The seven-year pact gives Akamai a major anchor customer but also forces billions in upfront spending to secure AI cloud capacity.
Nvidia says major robotaxi programmes use its stack
The chipmaker's technology is now embedded across robotaxi development, underscoring its role in a market Nvidia says could hit USD $400 billion by 2035.
Micas expands Malaysia factory for AI networking optics
Direct control of production in Malaysia is meant to help Micas cut delivery risk and bring its AI networking optics into volume faster.
Procurement leaders face widening gap in resources
Rising savings and resilience demands are outpacing staffing, data and technology in large procurement teams, a survey finds.
Tech Race Summit explores personalisation, AI and cybersecurity
AI and personalisation are reshaping Softswiss's product, engineering and security priorities as the group warns of higher cyber risk and tighter data demands.
Akamai signs USD $11.6 billion deal with Anthropic
Anthropic's seven-year commitment could lift Akamai's cloud revenue to USD $20 billion, underscoring surging demand for AI infrastructure.
Manhattan Associates launches tiered Editions for software
Growing retailers can now adopt Manhattan's supply chain software in stages, avoiding costly reimplementation as needs expand.
Procurement leaders face rising demands amid data gaps
Rising savings demands are colliding with staffing shortages and poor data, leaving procurement teams struggling to keep pace.
Slimstock & Thomax team up on supply chain software
The tie-up aims to cut fulfilment delays for retailers and logistics firms by linking inventory forecasts with warehouse and transport systems.
Accenture launches Construct for global capital projects
Greater scrutiny will follow major infrastructure programmes as Accenture combines 5,000 specialists into a new capital projects unit.
Akira exploits two-year-old SonicWall flaw, ThreatDown says
Thousands of exposed SonicWall devices still give Akira ransomware a route in, as patched systems with old credentials remain a live risk.
KERV.ai wins top TPN Gold Star security certification
The certification gives publishers and advertisers more assurance as media groups tighten scrutiny over vendors handling premium video data and workflows.
Manhattan launches tiered Editions for growing firms
Growing firms will be able to add supply chain functions without reimplementation, as Manhattan's tiered software model targets easier scaling.
Forrester warns AI growth will strain energy & water
By 2027, AI expansion is set to drive up power and water costs, while forcing tougher rules on data centre building and funding.
HelmGuard raises USD $7.3 million for US expansion
The cash will fund offices in New York and San Francisco as the start-up targets faster risk checks for regulated firms and AI agents.
Dragos buys NetRise & runZero to boost xOT security
Critical infrastructure operators gain broader visibility across devices, firmware and cloud systems as Dragos folds two specialist tools into its platform.
Rockwell joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing programme
Industrial control systems could be patched faster as Rockwell tests controlled access to Claude Mythos 5 to spot flaws before attackers exploit them.
Two-thirds of US telecoms in elevated cyber risk band
Smaller operators are carrying much of the danger as a new study finds 66% of assessed US telecoms fall into an elevated risk band.
Mediaocean launches AI venture arm for ad startups
Startups could gain faster access to global media buyers as Mediaocean ties funding to its platforms and industry network.
GSMA warns rising handset costs could widen AI divide
Billions already within coverage risk missing AI-era services as entry-level smartphones become less affordable in low-income markets.
Job Moves
Freehand names Krshna Prashant as first US Marketing Lead
Hovership appoints Mike Maya as national sales chief
iCOUNTER names Ali Waezzadah as Chief Information Security Officer
CodeHunter appoints Anurag Jain as Engineering Chief
KYND hires Aaron Aanenson to lead US cyber insurance
PPDS promotes Bruce Wyrwitzke to Senior Director of Sales role
Tom Kellermann joins HITRUST to drive cyber risk leadership
Marc Schriftman named Vice President of Engineering at LeanDNA
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