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Prove Your Extended Supply Chain Sustainability

George Lawrie May 15, 2023
Supply chain sustainability is a top priority. In Forrester’s analysis of the Fortune Global 200 companies, 61% of the surveyed enterprises have a named sustainability lead, and 51% have scope 1 and 2 carbon-neutral goals. But Forrester clients often ask which of the competing supply chain certifications is best for them, because there are so […]
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Key Takeaways From Coupa Inspire 2023

Meng Liu April 25, 2023
Last week, I joined Coupa’s Inspire event in Las Vegas with my colleagues Jeffrey and George. It was Coupa’s 10th Inspire event and the first big public event since it was acquired by private equity firm Thoma Bravo. A constant messaging that we saw throughout the event was around Coupa’s comprehensive and open platform approach. […]

Strenthen Security Operations With Agile SecOps

Read this report to learn how to apply agile software development lifecycle practices (SDLC) to detection and response to create engineering-driven detection operations.

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The New Space Race — For Businesses

What It Means February 2, 2023
Low-Earth-orbit satellites open up a host of new opportunities for businesses. Should your firm be exploring these new solutions? Find out in this episode of What It Means.
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Supply Chain Shortage Of Transformers: More Than Meets The Eye

Alla Valente January 18, 2023
They say the most inopportune time to buy an umbrella is when it’s raining. That’s exactly what’s happening now to US utilities companies scrambling to procure a critical component required to beef up or repair power lines just as the US hurricane season arrives. At the heart of the headache, for the fourth year in […]
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How To Avoid The Ill-Fated Quest To “Fix” Global Supply Chains

Alla Valente November 3, 2022
Learn why “fixing” supply chain issues is less important than reducing the long-term risks that create the issues in this Security & Risk event preview.
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The Future Of Manufacturing

Paul Miller September 28, 2022
In volatile market conditions, manufacturers must become quicker, smarter, and greener to survive. The transformation of traditional — often conservative — manufacturing firms involves more than just making existing physical processes more efficient. Business and technology leaders increasingly work together to build future fit organizations that are adaptive, creative, and resilient, unlocking more sustainable and […]
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Meet The New Analyst Focusing On Master Data Management, Data Governance, And Data Quality: Jayesh Chaurasia

Jayesh Chaurasia September 1, 2022
About Me Even though I was born in a small town in the northern part of India, I have spent most of my life in the glorious city of Mumbai, where I earned my degree in mechanical engineering. Dancing on the high beats of Bollywood music rejuvenates me! I moved to the United States for […]

Get More Risk Mitigation With Your 2024 Budget

Download our 2024 Planning Guide for Security and Risk Leaders to see where strategic cybersecurity investments (and divestments) can deliver more business value.

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The US Customer Experience Index, 2022, Shows That Brands Struggled During The Past Year

Pete Jacques June 6, 2022
Forrester's 2022 Customer Experience Benchmark Study reveals CX quality in the US has fallen back to early-2020 levels, reversing gains made in 2021.
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SaaS Outages: When Lightning Strikes, Thunder Rolls

Brent Ellis April 12, 2022
Just like with self-managed infrastructure, the key to surviving a SaaS outage is knowing the risks, implementing strategies to mitigate and control those risks, and then testing your strategy to make sure it works and that everyone knows how to execute in the case of crisis.
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Here’s How To Update Your Risk Management Posture Given The War In Ukraine

Alla Valente February 28, 2022
Risk management leaders in Europe and worldwide are already being impacted by the war in Ukraine and the sanctions imposed on Russian and Belarusian actors. Forrester analysts provide their guidance in this post.
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Evolve Your Nearshore Contingency Plans In Response To War In Ukraine

Jeffrey Rajamani February 25, 2022
Learn which IT service providers have substantial operations in Belarus, Russia, or Ukraine and what steps you should take if you rely on them for services today.
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Ransomware Affects The Entire Retail Supply Chain This Holiday Season

Allie Mellen December 15, 2021
US online holiday sales grew by 30% in 2020, and Forrester forecasts that it will grow another 10% year over year in 2021. This growth raises the stakes for retail professionals to support the increased demand, which ultimately makes them a prime target for ransomware attackers. Why Should Retailers Pay Attention To Ransomware Preparedness? Ransomware […]

Balance The Risk & Reward Of AI

Join our analysts in Washington, D.C. for our Security & Risk Forum. Learn how to build a trusted and secure enterprise while embracing the competitive advantages of emerging tech like AI.

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Predictions 2022: Top-Tier Manufacturers Will Prioritize Creativity And Sustainability

Paul Miller November 11, 2021
Supply shortages. Sustainability pressures. Geopolitical tensions. Find out how manufacturers will respond to these unique challenges in our 2021 manufacturing predictions.
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Predictions 2022: How CX Can Shine In A Year Of Shortages

What It Means November 11, 2021
“Shortage” will be the name of the game in 2022. CX leaders will have to help their organizations contend with out-of-stock products, understaffing, and unhappy customers. Senior Analyst Judy Weader and Researcher Sam Karpinski explain how CX leaders can shine during a difficult year.
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Retailers: Stop The Bots From Further Wreaking Havoc With Your Supply Chain

Sandy Carielli November 8, 2021
Retailers, the time is now to manage supply chain risks, raise bot defenses, and prioritize customers this holiday season.
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Supply Chains Evolve To Become Collaborative Supply Networks

George Lawrie October 28, 2021
Align Finance, Sales, And Marketing For Supply Chain Success Thanks to all of you who helped with the research for The Forrester Tech Tide™: Smart Supply Chain, Q4 2021, our latest report about the maturity and business value of supply chain applications. Our survey told us that integrated business planning (IBP) is eclipsing sales and […]
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CX Predictions 2022: The Year Of The Grand Pivot

Judy Weader October 27, 2021

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When Systemic Risks Collide: Why Supply Chain Issues Are The New Normal

Alla Valente October 26, 2021
Before March of 2020, “supply chain issues” was a term we’d hear after a natural disaster or labor strike — that all ended the moment we ran out of toilet paper. Unquestionably, the supply chain crisis has been a secondary theme of the pandemic, one that continues to escalate. For the 15 months since the […]
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Could The Chip Shortage Derail Your IT Transformation?

What It Means September 23, 2021
The short-term impact of the chip shortage is clear to anyone who’s tried to buy something with a plug or a battery lately. But what long-term impacts should IT executives look out for? VP and Research Director Glenn O’Donnell provides insights.
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New Technologies Transform Transportation Management

George Lawrie July 12, 2021
Transportation management systems used to focus on streamlining operations and reducing costs. But today, cloud-based systems use advanced technologies to focus more on customer and employee experience. Learn how.
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