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Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience

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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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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

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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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5 Big Ideas for CPOs in Europe to Develop Procurement Strategies for 2023

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With new legislation being introduced for 2023 in Europe, such as the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (SCCDA), CPOs and other procurement and sourcing leaders need to devise an agile procurement strategy to ensure compliance. Tracking supplier performance: For improvement, measurement and analysis is important.

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

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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 Key Benefits of Outsourcing to Managed Procurement Services

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Introduction In an era where businesses are increasingly seeking efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and agility, the role of procurement has become more critical than ever before. This is where the concept of managed procurement services comes into play. Each of our services aligns with the benefits of outsourcing discussed earlier.

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Friends not Foes, Supplier Relationships Made to Last

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Supply chains are complex and varied; to manage them effectively, you need to understand exactly what’s happening in both your supply chain and your customers’ end markets. How can you create a more efficient supply chain and gain a better understanding of overall performance?

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Innovative Procurement Models: Exploring Different Approaches

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Common models include the ‘three-bid and buy’, where the company seeks quotes from three suppliers and then selects one based on price and other factors; and the ‘preferred supplier’ model, where the company forms long-term relationships with certain suppliers.