ivalua

APRIL 7, 2022

Chief Product Officer, Pascal Bensoussan , shared the best way forward for 2022 with the most innovative trends that are shaping the future. Keep an eye out for an in-depth blog session recap! Today, he is focused on finding solutions for renewable energy sources and the promotion of sustainable practices. .

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Supply chain sustainability is defined as embedding environmental, social or corporate governance considerations as raw materials are sourced, converted to products and delivered to market. But the supply chain doesn’t end when the product hits the market, and neither does supply chain sustainability.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 6, 2022

In practice, the greater part of organizations is not satisfied with the adoption and performance levels of their P2P practices. But clearly represents a significant improvement potential if organizations get more grip on their P2P practices. Procurement policy as a strong instrument to execute your P2P strategy .

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 25, 2023

It stands alongside IBM Consulting’s existing global AI and Automation practice, which includes 21,000 data and AI consultants who have conducted over 40,000 enterprise client engagements. An open ecosystem approach helps our clients define the right models and the right architecture to deliver the best outcomes.

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Procurement Software

APRIL 16, 2024

They have been developing SaaS products to productise the knowledge built through 20 years of providing training. Is hybrid training really the best of both worlds? Instead, he sees a mix of self-paced learning, assessment tools, and apps to help with practical application of training principles. One example is their Ruby app.

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The Thomas Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

The scores can then be used to segment leads into categories of: hot, warm, or cold. visiting a blog post). These systems can update scores as leads interact with your brand and then automatically segment them into hot, warm, and cold categories. Develop engagement and nurturing strategies for each category.

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The Good Spending

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

To do this, suppliers have begun to combine products and services into integrated solutions that provide a higher total value than the sum of the values of the individual components. A few years ago, companies purchased printers, consumables, and technical support as separate products and services to support printing.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

While many may see IBM and Microsoft as competitors, we are much better partners bringing the best of both companies together to accelerate impact and influence at scale. It’s about providing joint solutions companies seek to improve costs, productivity and resilience by accelerating their hybrid cloud and AI journeys.

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Inventory Control Techniques that use Stock Optimization Best Practices. There are hundreds of inventory control blog posts on how to organize warehouses, track goods and pick and pack efficiently. Therefore it’s important to invest money in products that will sell so you can optimize inventory turnover and warehouse space.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 4, 2023

By effectively managing the purchasing process, companies can better control their expenditures and optimize their supply chain, ensuring the availability of the right products and services at the right time. These practices range from embracing digital transformation to fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Featuring Our 10 Best Inventory Management Articles! Inventory management is a holistic and logical methodology for handling both raw materials and finished products. It encompasses several processes such as tracking stock levels, planning production schedules, and liaising with vendors. Get Our EBOOK HERE.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

On another episode of ‘The Supply Chain Show ’, we sat down with Sergey Bazhenov, CEO of Cleverence, to discuss five of the biggest challenges in warehouse management software implementation and to some practical tips to help you overcome them. Rigid rules can hurt the business by limiting the flexibility of the system.

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Barkers Procurement

MAY 25, 2023

Discover the key strategies and best practices for effective tail spend management. Tail spend can cover Indirect and Direct categories. When looking at the transaction value of a purchase of a product or service in isolation it is such low value that it is unlikely to come onto the radar of the Procurement team.

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

2% of managers apply best practice decision methods. Many which I’ve highlighted over the years in blogs and articles. Many which I’ve highlighted over the years in blogs and articles. In February 2022, I wrote the first of a five blog series using the name Intelligent IBP. So, there are many possible approaches.

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Planergy

JANUARY 19, 2024

Cristian Maradiaga King Ocean Book a Live Demo Download a free copy of "Indirect Spend Guide", to learn: Where the best opportunities for savings are in indirect spend. Taking your time throughout the process ensures you get the best possible match. Quality: Assess the quality of products or services the vendor offers.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 23, 2024

Resources / Blog / What does a Procurement Manager do? The best procurement managers are masters of risk mitigation and budget management, while also maintaining high quality standards and a competitive edge. Even more importantly, they help drive an organization’s strategic goals, pushing for ongoing innovation and productivity.

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Barkers Procurement

AUGUST 2, 2023

Of note is that the increase in workload is juxtaposed by data that suggests that for most organisations, headcounts are set to be reduced or maintained at best. with over 80% of categories experiencing pricing pressures. What is driving the pressure on Procurement? At the time of writing, UK core inflation is tracking at 8.7%

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

It involves assessing factors such as cost, quality, reliability, and location to ensure the best fit for the organization’s needs. Acquisition: Acquisition refers to the process of obtaining goods or services through a formal transaction, often involving the purchase of an entire product or service from an external party.

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Barkers Procurement

JANUARY 26, 2024

Of note was that the increase in workload was juxtaposed by data that suggests that for most organisations, headcounts were set to be reduced or maintained at best. What measures, such as product value engineering or alternative raw materials, can be implemented to mitigate pressures? What is driving the pressure on Procurement?

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Barkers Procurement

JANUARY 26, 2024

Of note was that the increase in workload was juxtaposed by data that suggests that for most organisations, headcounts were set to be reduced or maintained at best. What measures, such as product value engineering or alternative raw materials, can be implemented to mitigate pressures? What is driving the pressure on Procurement?

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Planergy

MARCH 2, 2023

Cristian Maradiaga King Ocean Book a Live Demo Download a free copy of "Indirect Spend Guide", to learn: Where the best opportunities for savings are in indirect spend. By understanding their spending patterns, companies can gain visibility into their overall spending and ensure they get the best value for their money.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 14, 2023

They faced obstacles such as a prolonged budget process, manual forecasting, and no product profitability. The implementation process was done in several stages, from January 2019 and until August 2022, with product profitability being added in the final phase. Al Rabie Saudi Foods Co.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Purpose and Key Insights of this Blog This blog aims to provide a high-quality, in-depth exploration of the significance of spend analysis in driving procurement success. By delving into the intricacies of spend analysis, we will unveil its transformative potential and offer practical insights for procurement professionals.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

In this blog, we will take a comprehensive dive into the realm of category spend analysis, exploring its significance, benefits, and how EmpoweringCPO, a leading procurement services company, excels in delivering exceptional spend analysis services. Category spend analysis goes beyond simply tracking expenses.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

By examining spending patterns across various categories, such as suppliers, departments, and geographies, businesses can uncover hidden opportunities for cost savings, mitigate risks, and enhance their overall procurement efficiency.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 26, 2024

Embarking on a journey to elevate your supply chain career requires a strategic roadmap, and in this blog post, we unveil eleven proven strategies that will act as your compass to success. Read about the latest industry trends, advancements, and best practices in supply chain management.

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Planergy

AUGUST 30, 2022

This framework breaks down innovation into ten specific types, which we will discuss in this blog post. The framework can be divided into three main categories: Configuration, Offering, and Experience. Configuration: This category is all about the physical product. What is Doblin’s Ten Types of Innovation Framework?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 12, 2023

A global fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) enterprise needed to modernize its product portfolio, focusing on high-growth categories like pet care, coffee and consumer health. IBM Consulting™ helped the customer modernize its architecture for a heavily used business-to-business conversational AI app.

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Positive Purchasing

JANUARY 25, 2024

The topics we discussed are so relevant to what is top of mind for procurement leaders today that I had to invite Elouise to share her thoughts in this new blog. It could well be the best thing you read today. Whether that’s sourcing, category management, requisitioning or even the chasing of invoices.

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Supply Chain Trend

JUNE 28, 2023

It then capitalises on those insights by making the best decision possible for the business under the known circumstances. Decision and Decision-Making Practices Are Essential A 2010 HBR article indicates that decision practices drive 95% of business improvement and 50% of employee engagement. Photo credit: FP&A trends

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 22, 2021

Featuring Our 10 Best Inventory Management Articles! But it’s certainly possible to deal with them with some of the trusted practices in the industry. For example: An unpredicted sales spike can lead to overselling The cash flow immediately dries up, and you have a hard time paying for immediate products. Subscribe Here!

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Barkers Procurement

JUNE 8, 2023

Categorise your spending You can use established systems such as the United Nations Products and Services Code ( UNPSC ) or you can create your own company-based categories, but categorising your spending is important. When you’ve identified your spend per supplier, make sure you’ve negotiated the best contract deals.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JANUARY 31, 2023

A strong collaboration between the purchaser and suppliers can result in lower costs and better quality products, while driving innovation. SRM provides an opportunity for companies to gain a competitive edge by forming productive partnerships with their suppliers.

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Una

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

If you did, you’re reading this blog from an exotic beach, sipping a pina colada. . A best practice is to set aside time at least once a quarter to thoroughly review your budget to see what you’ve spent and if you remain aligned with your company’s overall strategy. Productivity applications are great when fully leveraged.

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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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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

This, in turn, leads to the following challenges: Duplicative or overlapping capabilities offered by multiple IT systems/components create sticky dependencies and proliferations, which impact productivity and speed to market. Subsequent phases are build and test and deploy to production.

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ivalua

MAY 30, 2023

Launched by the Saudi government in 2016, the Saudi Vision 2030 Program is a sweeping reform initiative with the aim of diversifying the country’s economy and reducing its reliance on oil production. When you work with local experts and access nearby resources, you can ensure top-quality products.

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