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Procurement vs. Supply Chain Management: Differences, Challenges & Solutions

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Procurement and supply chain management are often used interchangeably—but in practice, the lines between them can blur in ways that create real friction. In this blog, we cover the key differences between procurement and supply chain management, and explain where the biggest disconnects typically occur.

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Here’s a comprehensive list of the top 100 skills that a Procurement Manager should master

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Audit Supply Chains: Identify and address environmental and social risks in the supply chain. Risk Management Actionable Steps: Identify Risks: Develop a checklist of potential procurement risks, such as supply chain disruptions or quality issues. The Lean Six Sigma Pocket Toolbook ).

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Outsmart Disruption with AI: Three Strategies for Supply Chain Resilience

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Breaking Down Business Silos Supply chains don’t exist in isolation. To truly build resilience across the entire organization — including supply chain and logistics — businesses need to remove the internal silos that can lead to restricted data flow and collaboration. It all starts with adaptability.

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AI-Tuned Pricing and Inventory Strategies are the Way Forward for Retailers

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So argues Greg Petro, CEO of First Insight , a retail platform that uses AI analysis of consumer feedback to predict demand, determine pricing thresholds and model scenarios around, for example, differing tariff levels or supply chain bottlenecks. More from this author Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter!

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Warehouse P2G Robotics: A Flexible and Affordable Solution

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As operators struggle to build agility and scale while they manage costs, the use case for person-to-goods (P2G) robotics is more compelling than ever. Each requires specialized expertise, careful planning and targeted investment. Just be prepared for anything and keep going.

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Healthcare: Shortages, Tariffs, and Tech

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Yet the complex supply chains behind those therapies are increasingly vulnerable. A System Under Strain The fragility of the medication supply chain isn’t theoretical; it’s happening in real time. In a 2022 ASHP survey, 99.7% of pharmacists reported experiencing shortages of critical sterile injectables.

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Why AI is Now a C-Suite Priority in Manufacturing Procurement and Supply Chain

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AI is moving from hype to reality, and the C-suite is under mounting pressure to deliver clear, ROI-driven strategies—especially in the high-stakes world of procurement and supply chain. On-Demand Webinar: AI on the Board Agenda: Redefining Procurement & Supply Chain for Manufacturing’s Next Chapter Watch Now