SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Make vs Buy Analysis is an essential decision-making tool in supply chain management that significantly influences profitability, flexibility, and competitiveness. Make vs Buy Analysis evaluates whether to manufacture a product in-house or purchase it from suppliers. What is a Make vs Buy Analysis?

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Jaggaer

MAY 16, 2025

This means that, beyond cost savings, they can also influence the top line. A prime example of this is sustainability: since a large portion of emissions lie within the supply chain, procurement holds a crucial lever here think Scope 3. Proper orchestration of supply chains enhances corporate resilience.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This blog explains The Key MRP Metrics in Supply Chain whcih every supply chain professional in Manufacturing or Distribution Businesses. Supply chain professionals will be familiar with the term Material Requirements Planning (MRP).

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

Discover Ways to Boost Supply Chain Visibility through Digital Marketing Supply chain visibility is essential for providing a superior customer experience and sustaining customer loyalty over time. Customers face significant frustrations that erode brand trust and sales without supply chain visibility.

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Jaggaer

MARCH 18, 2020

His insights are numerous, and can all be heard in his full podcast episode, but among them is his main focus in 2020, the opportunity presented by agile procurement. of influencing?control,” Why Agility is Key. Agile procurement is the solution, according to Bartolini. . Where We’re at Today . next level?of

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 8, 2025

MODEL #2 An agent-based model within a metaprise framework outperforms traditional equation-based intake and orchestration models in procurement because it better addresses the complexity, unpredictability, and multi-stakeholder nature of modern supply chains. Complex, multi-tiered supply chains Superior (e.g.,

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ivalua

MARCH 28, 2019

Professionalisation of the function, logic and analysis has also extended into other areas, with a growth in relevant qualifications, all the way through to procurement and supply chain MBAs and even Doctorates. But, as we move towards a new decade, perhaps the wind is shifting, and we may see a different focus in the next ten years.

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Planergy

MARCH 12, 2025

Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Nearshoring: How to Choose the Best Fit for Your Business Selecting the Optimal Approach for Your Supply Chain Todays businesses must remain flexible and adaptable if they wish to survive. What's PLANERGY?

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In the era of the Digital Retail Revolution, adaptive supply chain management is imperative amid the surge in online retail and the social commerce boom. In addition to the ever-changing marketing landscape, the supply chain often fails. You need to integrate your supply chain management systems to meet this demand.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 24, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic! Companies rely on supply chain management to reduce costs and increase their production cycle. These developments, combined with the US-China trade war, found the supply chains experiencing unique hurdles.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Building Stronger Relationship s : Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration A chain is only as strong as its weakest link—but what if you can’t evaluate the entire chain? Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.

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Skill Dynamics

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Bribery and kickbacks involve the making of payments to try and influence procurement decisions, often resulting in biased choices that likely prioritize individual personal gain over the interests of the wider organization. Inconsistencies between purchase orders and invoices are another thing to watch for.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 22, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. Not too long after I launched Supply Chain Game Changer in 2017 it was recognized on a list of the Top Supply Chain sites by feedspot.com.

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Spend Matters

APRIL 23, 2025

Introduction Seven years ago, procurement organizations faced immense pressure to evolve balancing operational efficiency with strategic agility in an increasingly digital world. Even with growing understanding and enthusiasm, pinpointing exactly where and how to begin remained challenging due to multiple influencing factors.

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Positive Purchasing

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

I am sure you are comfortable being flexible and agile when buying something different, or sourcing from an alternative more sustainable supplier. In my book Category Management in Purchasing , I lay out the 5i® Category Management process in detail. However, eventually achieving true enterprise-wide change will require so much more.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 14, 2024

Hospital supply chain management plays a key role in the efficient operation of healthcare organizations. In an industry where patient care is paramount, having a well-managed supply chain is important for ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment, medications, and other necessary supplies.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 20, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Supply Chain Game Changer Job Board! Supply Chain heroes article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Adam Robinson on [link]. . Supply chain leaders and heroes will face the year with uncertainty and opportunity.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. I’ve even seen companies pair product purchases with a raffle-like giveaway where a handful of lucky customers will receive an item that far out values their dollar purchase amount. This method negates any net loss as purchases are required.”. Partner with social influencers.

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

I studied procurement and obtained a Master’s degree in supply chain and international procurement. Since I graduated, I’ve always worked in procurement and supply chain across both indirect and direct categories, across different geographies and also worked as a Consultant delivering transformational projects.

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

I studied procurement and obtained a Master’s degree in supply chain and international procurement. Since I graduated, I’ve always worked in procurement and supply chain across both indirect and direct categories, across different geographies and also worked as a Consultant delivering transformational projects.

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Supply Chain Trend

MAY 14, 2017

Every so many years, a new supply chain terminology takes the front page and dominates the conversation in magazines and conferences. In the last decade or two we’ve seen JIT (Just in Time), TQM (Total Quality Management), 6 Sigma, S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning), Lean, Agile, Demand-Driven Supply Chains…to name just a few.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 26, 2021

Consumers weary from ongoing supply chain strains are demanding greater transparency and certainty from retailers and e-commerce sites as they undertake back-to-school and holiday shopping. It also gives consumers more direct influence in tailoring their unique customer experience.

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Jaggaer

JUNE 28, 2024

I was recently delighted to be joined in webinar discussion by Iain Prince, Operational Transformation & Supply Chain Partner at KPMG. From resilience to agility As Iain was quick to point out, there is no shortage of people offering advice on supply chain resilience.

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Solvoyo

MARCH 5, 2021

For businesses of all sizes, the digital transformation of supply chain planning became the most important initiative. . Considering this surge in digital transformation and the changing needs of 2021, here are some insights and tips for embarking on Supply Chain Digital Transformation projects.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

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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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Check out The Supply Chain Game Changer Job Board! Supply chain leaders will face 2018 with uncertainty and opportunity. Data visualization can be applied to any supply chain process that presents users with information enabling the immediate adjustment of operations or sharing of information.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

Introduction In the dynamic world of business, the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains has emerged as a critical success factor. The aim is not only to streamline operations but also to extract maximum value from every link in the supply chain. But what exactly does it entail?

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Arkestro

JANUARY 4, 2023

Among them were supply chain disruptions , inflation, and supply scarcity and shortages. The talent shortage in procurement and supply chain is nothing new: it’s been going on for several years now. The Supply Chain Will Continue to Heal. In 2022, procurement faced challenges on multiple fronts.

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Procurement Heads

JUNE 14, 2023

The breadth of the role dealing with all categories across a £8 billion-a-year spend is exciting and there are very few roles in a company that have so much reach and influence – for example, it allows me to challenge and support Network Rail in becoming more commercial, more sustainable, and more diverse.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Natacha Trehan, who leads the Purchasing Master’s degree at the University of Grenoble Alpes, will deliver a keynote providing further insights based on her experience working with and advising dozens of procurement organizations over the past decade. New revenue opportunities, more sustainable and agile supply chains, accelerated innovation.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Technology innovations have been massive, changing how food is grown, processed, and purchased. These disruptions have exposed the fragility of global supply chains. A shift toward regionalized supply chains and diverse suppliers may be the key to resilience. harvested wheat is the lowest since 1888.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

Because procure-to-pay teams lacking business agility, internal resources, or adequate tools are hungry for solutions that can help them streamline operations, increase strategic influence, gain spend control, innovate sourcing streams, improve efficiency, and increase time for more “high-value” work. billion by 2028.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

That’s where procurement, sourcing, and purchasing technology comes in. Finally, procurement teams are responsible for anticipating and responding to disruptions in the supply chain and their own process. P2P software can automate workflows and activities such as: Purchase request intake and review. Purchase orders.

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Supply Chain Opz

JANUARY 29, 2020

In this article, we rank books based on their influence, popularity, recency and practicality and then we come up with the list of the best supply chain books. Finding Best Supply Chain Books We've found that most recommendations for on the web are based on just personal opinion. The links below are #paid links.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Supplier Issues: Delays in the supply chain, disruptions in the production process, or unexpected increases in lead times can result in excess inventory. This can result in strained supplier relationships and potential disruptions in the supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

And What is Purchasing? From the starting point of the traditional buy-sell, transaction-based purchasing, the practice has moved through stages of change that redefines most aspect of the business. This can be achieved through reduction in prices of purchased products & services and reduction in their specific consumption.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 30, 2023

In the wake of the pandemic and global supply chain issues, businesses have realized the importance of technology innovation to deliver truly superior retail customer experiences. Order management platforms must provide businesses with options that allow for flexibility and agility in both capabilities and deployment.

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