2025 Tariffs Disrupt Sourcing—Here’s How to Respond
Heather Williams
In April 2025, a new wave of U.S. tariffs sent shockwaves through global supply chains. Fashion and apparel brands, already familiar with disruption, are once again in reaction mode, only…
Research Suppliers and Collect Emails, Contacts and Factory Company Information Effortlessly with Sophia
Have you ever stared at a list of supplier names and thought, “Now what?” Identifying potential suppliers is just the beginning. Finding their contact information, confirming their capabilities, and reaching…
Find Verified Supplier Contacts and Send Automated Emails with Sourcing Playground
Introduction Have you used trade data platforms like Panjiva, Import Genius, or ImportYeti to find suppliers, only to hit a frustrating roadblock? These platforms are great for discovering potential suppliers,…
Why Supplier Outreach Is Stuck in the Past (And Why We’re Changing That)
Here’s a controversial opinion: Sourcing teams are using 1990s methods to solve 2024’s challenges. Technology is transforming how businesses operate. Many operations and functions have embraced automation and smart tools…
Sourcing Playground Speaks at REFASHIOND Ventures’ Miami Fashion Tech Meetup
We’re thrilled to share our recent experience at one of the most innovative and inspiring startup meetups in the fashion and supply chain space. Our team, including CEO Heather Williams,…
Mastering Data Management for Smarter Sourcing and Procurement
Introduction: We’re in an era of unprecedented data availability, yet many businesses find themselves drowning in information rather than leveraging it for strategic advantage. This is particularly true in sourcing…
How to Use Procurement and Supply Chain Data for Large Scale Optimisation
Optimising supply chain operations is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. One of the most powerful tools at a company’s disposal is spend analysis. This comprehensive approach to examining procurement…
Unlocking Efficiency: AI’s Role in Procurement Document Analysis
In the fast-paced world of procurement, time is money. One of the most promising applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in this field is its ability to capture and analyse unstructured…
Our Journey using AI for Procurement
Hey everyone, I wanted to share an exciting update about a new service we’re offering at Sourcing Playground. It’s been quite a journey to get here, and I’m thrilled to tell…
Sourcing Mastery: Tackling Challenges, Seizing Opportunities for Modern Sourcing Consultancies
Introduction In the ever-shifting sands of global sourcing, gone are the days when sourcing agents could simply act as matchmakers between buyers and suppliers. The modern sourcing agent wears many…
