Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

As the specter of new tariffs on Chinese imports loom large, the toy giant’s strategic use of a diversified supply chain comes to the forefront, showcasing resilience and adaptability in the face of uncertainty.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By selecting and developing the right suppliers and establishing streamlined, transparent communication with them, manufacturers gain the agility and resilience to respond to customer demands, rise to the top, and navigate disruptions more easily. That makes agility a foundational part of your manufacturing strategy.

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Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

TYA Suite

MAY 13, 2025

Over time, these enhanced collaborations improve supply chain stability and can even lead to co-innovation opportunities. Agility in response to market changes In todays fast-paced market, businesses must be agile and responsive to changing conditions, whether it's fluctuating raw material prices or sudden shifts in consumer demand.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Code generation : Software developers and programmers use generative AI to write code. Experienced developers are leaning on generative AI to advance complex coding tasks more efficiently. This includes technical documentation, user manuals and other relevant materials that accompany software development.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Starbucks also paid careful attention to its supply chain, ensuring is products were ethically sourced and offering specialty drinks that in some geographic locations could be difficult to find. The company’s early focus on talent management for service employees was a major differentiator, as well.

Business strategy 69

Business strategy Strategy Leadership supply chain budgeting 69

IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 6, 2024

Like the transition to hybrid cloud, agile software development, or zero trust, generative AI security can be an afterthought. Many tools, controls, and processes are available to help mitigate the risk of business impact as organizations develop their own AI operations.

Innovation 65

Innovation Risk Agile and Lean Supply Chain Strategy 65

Una

JANUARY 8, 2024

Businesses that constantly shake things up – whether in product development, processes, or business models – stay ahead of the curve. Procurement can promote employee value all the way down the value chain by ensuring suppliers comply with fair labor practices, ethical standards, and employee well-being.

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supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Purchasing 52