Legacy CTRM vendors, take note: a lower-cost, AI-native challenger just landed its first customer. CTRM Next, a new cloud-native commodity trading and risk management platform, went live on Sept 28 with its first customer — a Swiss oil and refined products trader — after completing UAT. It’s already building a pipeline into Gulf region firms,Continue reading “A cloud-native, AI-powered CTRM challenger just went live”
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CTRM and ETRM Budgets Are Growing Again — But Not for the Reason You Think
For years, CTRM and ETRM budgets grew because markets were volatile. A new 2026 market report says that’s no longer the primary driver — here’s what’s actually behind the spending now, and what it means for your next trading-system decision.
The Ultimate Guide to the Global Corn Market: Supply Chains, Price Drivers, and Future Outlook
Corn (Zea mays) is far more than a staple vegetable on dinner tables around the world. In the global macro-economy, corn is an absolute juggernaut—a strategic commodity that powers industries, feeds massive livestock networks, and drives multi-billion-dollar trading volumes on global exchanges every single day.Whether you are an agricultural enthusiast, an investor, or a commodityContinue reading “The Ultimate Guide to the Global Corn Market: Supply Chains, Price Drivers, and Future Outlook”
🚀 Transforming the Pre‑Deal Process in CTRM: How AI, GenAI, and Mobile Apps Are Redefining Front‑Office Efficiency
Commodity trading has always been a race against time. Markets move fast, counterparties expect instant responses, and traders rely on accurate, real‑time insights to make profitable decisions. Yet, in many organizations, the pre‑deal process — the critical workflow before a trade is executed — remains slow, manual, and fragmented across emails, spreadsheets, and legacy systems.Continue reading “🚀 Transforming the Pre‑Deal Process in CTRM: How AI, GenAI, and Mobile Apps Are Redefining Front‑Office Efficiency”
The Future of Commodity Trading: How AI is Reshaping CTRM
The world of commodity trading is in constant motion, driven by volatile markets, intricate logistics, and ever-evolving risks. For years, Commodity Trading and Risk Management (CTRM) systems have been the backbone of this industry, helping firms manage the complexities. But what if these systems could do more than just manage? What if they could predict,Continue reading “The Future of Commodity Trading: How AI is Reshaping CTRM”
AIS-Not a blue dot anymore…
In the 2026 commodity landscape, AIS (Automatic Identification System) data is no longer just a “tracking” feed; it is the fuel for predictive logistics. By integrating AI-driven vessel intelligence into a CTRM, trading firms can move from reactive scheduling to proactive profit protection. Here are the specific elements of AI-enhanced vessel tracking and how theyContinue reading “AIS-Not a blue dot anymore…”
From FoxPro to Snowflake: Reflections on a Decade in Agri-Tech
In just two months, I will mark a significant milestone: my 10-year anniversary with Olam Information Services Private Limited.20 years in technology is a lifetime. When I first started this journey, the landscape looked very different. We were solving problems using FoxPro, Visual Basic, ,net and WCF, often relying on heavy Excel workflows to manageContinue reading “From FoxPro to Snowflake: Reflections on a Decade in Agri-Tech”
The Global Harvest Highway: How Dry Bulk Trading of Grains Fuels the World
From your breakfast cereal to animal feed, grains like wheat, soybeans, and corn are fundamental to global sustenance. But how do these massive quantities of commodities travel from vast agricultural fields to processing plants and consumers worldwide? The answer lies in the intricate world of dry bulk trading and shipping. It’s a complex, multi-stage operationContinue reading “The Global Harvest Highway: How Dry Bulk Trading of Grains Fuels the World”
Mastering Commodity Contracts
Key Contract Types in Commodity Trading In the dynamic world of commodity trading, contracts are more than paperwork—they’re strategic tools that define risk exposure, pricing mechanisms, and supply chain agility. Whether dealing in physical commodities or derivatives, understanding these agreements is essential to managing operations effectively. Here’s an overview of the main types of commodityContinue reading “Mastering Commodity Contracts”
Understanding Incoterms: Simplifying Logistics Decisions
Not so long ago, I found myself grappling with Incoterms, bewildered by questions like, “Who pays?”, “Who ships?”, and “Who takes the risk?” It seemed daunting to navigate these international commercial terms that govern shipping agreements, but now they’re second nature. Working in trading & logistics, I’ve come to appreciate how choosing the right IncotermContinue reading “Understanding Incoterms: Simplifying Logistics Decisions”
