SCMDOJO

JUNE 27, 2024

In an era where efficiency equates to competitive advantage, the oil industry’s supply chain management plays a pivotal role in determining a company’s profitability and sustainability. What Are the Key Components of an Oil Company’s Supply Chain?

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

20152020: Procurement Gains Strategic Recognition Emergence of Strategic Sourcing : CFOs began to recognize procurement’s role in driving long-term value through strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management. CFOs began to see procurement as critical to business continuity and organizational agility.

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Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Many people think a supply chain research is boring and it is the ivory tower that they don''t need to climb. And when developers incorporate these concept and try to solve the problems using various technologies, supply chain visibility solutions was born, the clear example of "Action Research".

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, having an efficient supply chain department is more important than ever. A streamlined supply chain can make a significant impact on the overall success of a business, improving operational efficiency, increasing customer satisfaction, and driving revenue growth.

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Spend Matters

APRIL 30, 2025

In a landscape shaped by inflation, supply chain fragility, regulatory pressure and digital transformation, orchestration is more than a buzzword. Externally, risk and compliance obligations mount, supply chains are stretched and stakeholder expectations broaden. It’s between the inside and the outside.

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Professionals in supply chain management use various methods to identify best practices to improve the operations. Analysis of case study is certainly one of the most popular methods for people from business management background. Supply Chain of fashion industry involves a time based competition.

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TYA Suite

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Vendor-managed inventory (VMI) has become a crucial strategy in modern supply chain management, enabling businesses to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen relationships with suppliers. One of the core benefits of vendor-managed stock is automated replenishment.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 28, 2024

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the supply chain industry as more and more women are choosing careers in this traditionally male-dominated field. This rise of women in the supply chain is not only breaking gender barriers but also bringing a fresh perspective and new ideas to the table.

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Planergy

MAY 8, 2025

4] Automated Supplier Management is the New Standard: From onboarding to performance monitoring, automation tools are improving accuracy, compliance, and vendor relationships while easing the administrative burden. [5] 7] This proactive approach supports continuity and reduces the impact of supply chain disruptions.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In supply chain management, total lead time is a crucial metric encompassing the period from customer order to delivery, be it in B2B or B2C scenarios. As a critical supply parameter, managing lead time is essential for mitigating uncertainties in the supply chain.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Effective supply chain management is essential for success in the dynamism and connectivity of modern companies. To accomplish this, you require the skills of supply chain experts who can manage the complexity and difficulties of today’s global supply chains. With a Ph.D.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 9, 2024

Smart procurement is the use of technology to improve efficiency and help build more agile procurement processes. The benefits include cost savings increase, better decision making and risk management. While these tools can lighten workloads and improve agility and decision-making, they can’t operate without the input of humans.

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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. Heres what he had to say.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 9, 2025

Ramp retains an edge in agility and UX (6,500 hours saved, Forrester), while Amexs legacy brand and Nipendos depth appeal to entrenched corporates. Conclusion Ramp and American Express are competitors in corporate spend management and P2P, with Ramp challenging Amexs SME card dominance and Amex countering with its vast network and brand.

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The Good Spending

AUGUST 16, 2022

Why is supply chain collaboration essential? Once, I was asked what makes the supply chain important to a company. Shadow procurement, supply chain, and logistics have become standard for many companies. The supply chain is the most collaborative function in the business.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 4, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Create a Responsive Supply Chain to Handle Peaks and Lulls! If you work in Business or Supply Chain you feel the results and the immense pressure caused by inaccurate forecasts. This can be highly disruptive and it is a very real Supply Chain nightmare scenario.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 1, 2023

As supply chain leaders strive to truly transform their businesses and become digital at the core, what does it take to achieve a true digital transformation? In my conversations with supply chain leaders around the world, some common themes keep coming up: How do I plan and execute at the pace needed today?

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Arkestro

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Resources / Blog / AI Revolution in Oil and Gas Procurement: Streamlining Operations for Success AI Revolution in Oil and Gas Procurement: Streamlining Operations for Success The COVID-19 pandemic forced countless industries to become more lean, agile, and innovative, and the oil and gas industry was no exception to the trend.

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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. At the heart of this revolution lies a powerful tool that many companies are now leveraging to achieve competitive advantage: Managed Procurement Services.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Know More About Dante: With over 25 years of professional experience in industrial engineering, operations, and supply chain management, the Business Consultant and Trainer is dedicated to enhancing operational performance for companies in Europe and the Americas. Hire the Expert Now or Start a Chat!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

Check out Introducing Lean In Retail … Start in the Backroom! As consumers the complexity in the retail supply chain is usually oblivious to us. So what makes the Retail Supply Chain so complex? It puts huge demands on the Supply Chain team. SKU Management. Subscribe Here!

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 14, 2025

Scalability and Adaptability Agent-based models effectively address scalability challenges by dynamically adjusting to the complexities of modern procurement and supply chain environments. Vendor Management Systems: Tools designed to adapt to supplier constraints rather than enforce rigid compliance. customs delays).

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Solvoyo

MAY 27, 2019

In the Supply Chain Planning context, these include decisions about which products to keep in stock, where to keep them, when to replenish them, how to improve service levels for customers, how to liquidate excess stock in the most profitable way, how to respond to changes in customer demand in the most agile way, and etc.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Agility and scalability The primary advantage of adopting a hybrid cloud strategy is agility, which businesses need to adapt to change quickly and capture opportunities to drive business growth. By significantly boosting the delivery speed of IT resources, a hybrid cloud architecture helps businesses stay agile.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 8, 2024

Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI): VMI is a collaborative approach where suppliers manage inventory levels for their customers. Plan & Activate New Blankets Early in Advance: Planning and activating new blanket orders well in advance is essential for maintaining a seamless supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Most of the pre-pandemic Inventory Management strategies were centred around improving inventory turnover, keeping inventory levels as low as possible, and reducing the amount of cash tied up in inventory. The Pandemic Is Reshaping Inventory Management Priorities. Subscribe Here!

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TYA Suite

MAY 3, 2025

Today, digital purchase order are part of a larger trend toward automation, integrating with accounting software, inventory systems, and analytics tools to create smarter, more efficient supply chains. It works just like a traditional paper purchase order but is created, sent, and managed online using software or digital tools.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 18, 2024

This article will cover various aspects of manufacturing lead time, its significance, its effect on supply chain management, strategies for reducing it, and future trends in this area. Negotiating favorable terms is crucial to ensure a smooth supply chain.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2023

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. Investment in technology is crucial and requires even more during the time of an economic downturn. “

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

DECEMBER 9, 2020

The pandemic has taught us supply chain professionals a precious lesson in supply chain risk management. The pandemic has put to the test, flexibility, adaptability, and resilience of supply chains. The supply disruption triggered in China sent shock waves all around and shut down the global economy.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Taking a holistic approach in order to achieve Inventory Turnover Breakthrough results meant that I needed to consider the End To End Supply Chain. For instance if you have the time a tremendous amount of impact on Supply Chain can be captured in the product design cycle. Define and Manage The Levers!

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The Good Spending

JUNE 15, 2022

T hese routine activities leverage integrated automated systems, enabling supply chain visibility. Examples: framework agreements, Vendor-Managed Inventories. My Udemy course "Adaptive Sourcing: Agile Procurement in Practice." To keep receiving new insights and research, please subscribe here.

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Una

JULY 18, 2023

Familiarity with procurement software platforms , e-procurement systems, and vendor management systems is a must. Transforming invisible spend into visible and manageable data will enable you to make data-driven decisions and drive significant value for your organization.

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Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 22, 2018

talent as a supply chain unto itself. We’re in the midst of a shift in how work gets done within a business,” says Arun Srinivasan, senior vice president of strategy and customer operations with SAP Fieldglass , a provider of vendor-management systems (VMS) software. Companies need to start thinking about I.T. support.

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Pipefy

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Procurement requires precision, predictability, and the ability to problem-solve with agility and confidence. A resilient procurement process can help businesses adapt more quickly to changes in the market and disruptions to the supply chain. With the right tools, teams can achieve this and more.

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Pipefy

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Finally, procurement teams are responsible for anticipating and responding to disruptions in the supply chain and their own processes. Strategic essentials: agility and autonomy Procurement teams need solutions that help them navigate disruptions to their processes and to their supply chains.

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