SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Two prominent online learning platforms, Future Learn Courses and SCMDOJO, offer courses on demand to meet supply chain enthusiasts’ diverse needs. As you know, the supply chain management landscape constantly evolves, necessitating continuous learning and skill development for professionals in this field.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2025

Consider this your business suddenly faces a major supply chain disruption. But the truth is, a fragile supply chain can make or break your companys success in today’s world. But the truth is, a fragile supply chain can make or break your companys success in today’s world.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The global supply chain landscape is undergoing significant transformations, influenced by rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and the intricacies of international commerce. Conversely, a student who quickly grasps procurement strategies can be challenged with advanced case studies and leadership projects.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 8, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Supply Chain Network Design — Everything About Supply Chain Supply chain network design helps businesses to mitigate disruptions by configuring the supply chain.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience February 8, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Procurement stepped up to become a crucial driving force for business continuity. Work to achieve 100% supply chain visibility.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In part 1 of this mini series on tariffs we looked in more detail at what we mean by tariffs and in part 2 we talked about a Procurement action plan. In part 3 we look at the tech that can support Procurement in tariff management. Design-for-Supply part 1, part 2, part 3 and part 4.

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ivalua

JUNE 4, 2020

A review of the key elements in supplier management for manufacturers and how Source-to-Pay procurement technology can support the journey towards supply chain resilience and agility in times of crisis. There are many supply chain management lessons to learn from the Covid-19 crisis.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 23, 2024

In readiness for our Q1 2025 theme of Procurement Transformation, which will include how to even start your digital journey, how to make the case for it, how to shape your digital roadmap and how to survive it, we have received input from some solution providers on their own customers journeys.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Theres a growing demand for certified professionals in the supply chain industryin fact, the employment of logisticians is projected to grow 19% from 2023 to 2033. Supply chain certification equips companies and teams with the knowledge, tools, and techniques they need to design, manage, and optimize complex supply chains.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

With international commerce increasingly digitalized and customer requirements continuing to grow, the demands on supply chain professionals to create frictionless, responsive, and cost-effective operations have never been higher. Supercharge your supply chain career through the SCMDOJO Supply Chain Learning Track Certification!

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Procurement Tactics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Sustainable Supply Chain — The Ultimate Guide. The sustainable supply chain is adopted by many companies due to the increasing pressure to demonstrate greater environmental and social responsibility. Supply Chain Sustainability: What is it? First Name.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 28, 2025

In the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain management, procurement leaders must stay ahead of the‍ curve to ‍ensure success in 2025 and beyond. In this article, we will explore four key strategies that procurement leaders can adopt to ‍navigate the complexities of the future supply chain landscape.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

This leap in AI capabilities is revolutionizing industries, and AI-driven supply chain management is no exception. The Role of Agentic AI in Supply Chains Supply chains are dynamic and complex, requiring continuous decision-making across multiple functions, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and demand forecasting.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The majority of organizations consider supply chain transparency to be a top priority, however less than a third are satisfied with the level of visibility into their suppliers. Most organizations continue to suffer from severely limited visibility in the lower levels of their supply chains.

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Jaggaer

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Opportunities for Procurement Technology As we look toward 2025, European businesses are reshaping their supply chains to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape. A recent report by Maersk and Reuters Events highlights that 68% of companies are making supply chain visibility and monitoring solutions a top priority.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 9, 2025

Strategic sourcing and innovative solutions are often viewed as two distinct procurement tools, but they should not be seen in isolation. Think of them as apples and gearseach essential and effective on its own, yet when combined; they create a formidable mechanism for achieving procurement excellence. Click here!

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2020

With rising costs and declining margins, health systems must become more efficient and productive. We believe that a key pillar of this transformation is the supply chain. With such growth comes supply chain complexity. Share on Twitter. According to 2019 Definitive Healthcare data, U.S.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Supply chains are particularly vulnerable during recessions. Consequently, it is imperative to develop a recession-proof supply chain to make them more resilient and adaptable. A resilient supply chain is one that can absorb shocks and continue functioning with minimal disruption.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Why Your Procurement Strategy is More Critical Now Than Ever Before In an era of global supply chain disruptions, a robust procurement strategy is no longer optionalits essential. The right procurement strategy ensures that organizations: Mitigate risks before they escalate. Loss of revenue due to stock shortages.

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Skill Dynamics

APRIL 24, 2025

When you look behind the scenes of a global business operation, procurement strategy and supply chain management are usually top priorities, though theyre not always working in sync. This blog explores procurement vs supply chain strategy and looks at how aligning the two leads to operational excellence.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Ivalua platform selected to improve efficiency, transparency, and the employee purchasing experience. We are delighted to have been selected for the digitization of one of the world’s leading automotive players’ procurement processes. Redwood City, CA, December 15, 2022. About Ivalua. Learn more at www.ivalua.com.

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ivalua

JULY 8, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic disrupts global supply chains, procurement organizations around the world are scrambling to react. There are many supply chain management lessons to learn from the Covid-19 crisis. Transparency, or ability to scale data, across an organization.

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Procurement Leaders

JUNE 2, 2025

First, because the development of the subsequent Kraljic Matrix underpinned much of the strategic development of procurement over the years that followed, but Ive also had several conversations recently about how it has become outdated. A segmentation framework fit for 2025 is a good place to start.

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Procurement Templates

AUGUST 28, 2024

The global supply chain in 2024 faces a myriad of challenges that continue to disrupt procurement processes across industries. The interplay of economic, geopolitical, environmental, and technological factors has created a volatile environment, compelling organizations to rethink their procurement strategies.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 23, 2025

In an age where supply chains face persistent disruptionsfrom pandemics and trade wars to cyberattacks and climate volatilityresilience is no longer optional. This shift has pushed supply chain leadership to pivot from reactive management to proactive strategy built on data. Not sure where your supply chain stands?

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Supply chain and procurement have undergone a seismic change in recent years. Increased globalization, constant digital transformation, and ever-evolving consumer demands have led to a situation where traditional supply chain skills are simply no longer enough for success.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Ivalua, a global leader in spend management, today announced that it has been selected by Swedish steel manufacturer SSAB to further improve the efficiency of its procurement processes and uphold and strengthen supply chain risk management thanks to Ivalua’s Source-to-Contract (S2C) solution. About Ivalua. Markus Leutert.

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ivalua

JUNE 15, 2022

The global supply chain is undergoing an incredible transformation that will change the way we do business. Today, organizations are looking to build supply chain resilience and maximize opportunities for growth as we pivot and prepare for unexpected global events. . Körber at a Glance…. Körber at a Glance….

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ivalua

MARCH 16, 2020

Redwood City/Warsaw/ Hamburg – March 17th, 2020 | Ivalua, a leading global provider of procurement management solutions, and OptiBuy, Ivalua’s long-standing implementation partner, announced their selection by Körber to enable a digital procurement transformation.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

What Will Impact Procurement Processes in 2021? Supply Chain Transformation is ongoing but never more important than in 2021. Despite the initial capital investments, these technologies are driving efficiencies that ultimately lead to cost reduction. This was due in large part to the way they were designed. “The

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 28, 2025

Gathered around a table laden with insights and expertise, industry leaders recently convened at the institute for Supply Management to delve into the latest hot topics shaping the world of supply chain management.From procurement strategies to risk mitigation, the roundtable discussion was a lively exchange of ideas and perspectives.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Understanding how your Procurement and Supply Chain KPIs are performing isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for survival and growth. Why You Need Visibility of Supply Chain and Procurement KPIs? Running procurement and supply chain without metrics is like driving blindfolded.

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ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

Sajid Kunnummal, Vice President and CPO at Navistar, was interviewed by Philip Ideson from Art of Procurement to discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Procurement. When the crisis hit, Procurement as a function was suddenly in the hot seat, and it became the driving force for business continuity.

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Jaggaer

JANUARY 15, 2025

2025 Vision: Transforming Indias Procurement Landscape Indias dynamic economy and distinctive procurement landscape offer significant opportunities for growing businesses to scale strategically. Complex Supply Chains Indias vast supply networks span global and local partnerships, each with its own unique challenges.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

The Manufacturing Supply Chain Journey through AI and Automation Manufacturing Supply Chains Explained The manufacturing supply chain comprises all the processes a business uses to turn raw materials and components into final products that are ready to be sold to customers, whether these are consumers or other businesses.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 3, 2025

The US administrations announcement of reciprocal tariffs in early April sent a jolt through global supply chains. For many Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), the real message was clear: Volatility is back, and this time, it demands faster, more coordinated and more data-driven responses. That is where technology can help.

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Procurement Insights

MARCH 2, 2025

Hansens ProcureTech solution, RAM (short for “Relational Acquisition Model,” based on historical context), stands out due to its pioneering approach to procurement efficiency, developed in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The industrys SaaS sprawl contrasts with RAMs lean successless might still be more.

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