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Leveraging Critical Factors for Supply Chain Success

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

The root causes of these issues often stem from a clash of the following critical Supply Chain Variables: Poor Toxic Culture. Flawed or outdated Technology and Equipment that limits visibility. These characteristics make it agile and able to rapidly deploy thought leadership and other vital assets to shifts in market pressures.

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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

World of Procurement blog

Procurement differs from purchasing in a few key ways: Strategic focus : Procurement has a strategic, long-term focus on analyzing spend, reducing costs, managing supplier relationships, and mitigating risk. Purchasing is more transactional and tactical. Purchasing focuses specifically on the buying transaction.

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Preparing Business for the Digital Supply Chain! (Oracle Interviews Mike Mortson)

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Imagining the Supply Chain of the Future! Mike Mortson was recently interviewed by Oracle as a part of their Global Supply Chain Influencer program. This article was posted on Oracle’s Supply Chain Management blog. Email Address.

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Get Started on Your Procurement Transformation Roadmap and Strategy

Pipefy

This shift has become necessary as procurement departments are tasked by management with new strategic duties. Procurement teams are now responsible for driving value, achieving sustainable results, and helping businesses maintain their competitive edge despite market shifts and supply chain disruptions.

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The Supply Chain Management Playbook: Your Game Plan for Operational Success

World of Procurement blog

What is Supply Chain Management (SCM) Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the management of the flow of goods, services, information and finances as they move from raw materials to final product, from manufacturer to consumer. Optimized supply chains lead to improved profit margins.

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The Impact of Digital Transformation on Spend Analysis

Empowering CPO

Spend analysis involves the systematic examination of purchasing data to gain insights into spending patterns, supplier performance, and potential areas of improvement. Traditional approaches to spend analysis relied heavily on manual processes and limited data visibility.

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Innovative Procurement Models: Exploring Different Approaches

Empowering CPO

It is a strategic process that involves identifying business needs, sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products or services. These models are often accompanied by practices such as annual rate contracts, bulk buying, and just-in-time purchasing.