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MRO spare parts optimization

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Whether MRO processes address preventive maintenance, service failures or shutdown overhauls, the wanted results are the same: deliver increased service levels, function safely and sustainably, operate efficiently and reduce unplanned and costly downtime. trillion, up from USD 864 billion in 2019 to 2020. Results may vary.

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Strategic Procurement — Everything You Should Know

Procurement Tactics

Become a T-Shaped Procurement Professional Download Whitepaper →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Importance of Strategic Procurement Strategic procurement is important as it allows companies to align their sourcing strategy with their business goals resulting in an increase in efficiency and minimizing risks within the supply chain.