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4 smart technologies modernizing sourcing strategy

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Sourcing teams are automating processes like data analysis as well as supplier relationship management and transaction management. For example, the IBM Sterling Transaction Manager automates manual transactions between businesses and suppliers. Try out cognitive intelligence free for 30-days.

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How to build a successful procurement strategy

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Additional goals might be risk management and mitigation, supplier relationship management and sustainability considerations. Procure-to-pay (P2P) software links procurement practices to accounts payable and can streamline steps such as supply management, purchase orders and invoicing.

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4 strategic sourcing use cases to strengthen your supply chain

IBM Supply Chain Blog

It also can help optimize transportation costs and service-level agreements as well as improve inventory management and visibility. Sign up for a 30-day free trial here Risk management Supply chains are under tremendous stress, facing challenges from supply, demand, logistics and shifting industry landscapes.

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Global Supply Chain Management: Best Practices and Trends

HICX

Since then, there has been a renewed focus on digitalization of supply chain management that provides a holistic view of the supply chain with transparency. This approach to supplier relationship management incentivizes both parties to work together to achieve a more agile and considered approach to supply chain management.

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There Are Not Enough Women Supply Chain Leaders!

Supply Chain Game Changer

But as we chronicle on the Argentus blog, the field has changed. What once used to be a field strictly about getting goods from point A to point B has become one where the top performers use sophisticated technology and supplier relationship management to provide untold cost savings, risk mitigation and innovation.

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The Supply Chain Detectiveâ„¢! In Search of Broken Supply Chain Clues!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Lack of end to end visibility across the Supply Chain from Suppliers through to internal operations and on to end Customers, inclusive of Logistics operators. Lack of an effective Supplier Relationship Management program. Check out What Exactly Is Supply Chain Management?

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

World of Procurement blog

Source Sourcing involves identifying suppliers and negotiating pricing, lead times, quality, and other terms. The goal is to secure optimal sourcing arrangements with reliable suppliers who can meet production needs. Careful supplier selection and supplier relationship management are key.