IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

There’s no such thing as a perfect supply chain. The key question is: What are you doing to continuously make yours more sustainable? A sustainable supply chain needs to embed environmental, social and governance (ESG) best practices into how raw materials are sourced, turned into products and delivered to market.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 1, 2024

Unlocking the full potential of supply chain management has long been a goal for businesses that seek efficiency, resilience and sustainability. Generative AI, with its ability to autonomously generate solutions to complex problems, will revolutionize every aspect of the supply chain landscape.

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ProcurePort

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Proactively including compliance requirements in contracts ensures clarity, with regular audits facilitating continuous improvement and maintaining a compliant supply chain. appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.

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ivalua

AUGUST 21, 2022

Originally published in the 2022 ProcureCon Report “Transforming Procurement: Embracing Digital Innovation and Driving Sustainability” Ethical business practices and sustainability initiatives are forcing organizations to not only stand up, but to also set themselves apart from the competition by implementing ESG and CSR commitments.

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Jaggaer

MAY 4, 2023

The post Building strategic and sustainable competitive advantage with supply chain resilience appeared first on JAGGAER.

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Jaggaer

MAY 18, 2023

The post Building strategic and sustainable competitive advantage with supply chain resilience – Part 2 appeared first on JAGGAER.

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Procurement Leaders

JANUARY 23, 2024

John Wilgar, Chief Procurement Officer of NSG Pilkington, a major global glass manufacturer, shared during the call how excited he was that a multibillion-pound hydrogen-production facility, which will supply some of his facilities, received the go-ahead earlier this year.

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ivalua

JUNE 26, 2023

Blog » Procurement on the Thames: Ivalua’s London Summer Symposium June 26, 2023 | | Thought Leadership by Eloise Barnum As businesses navigate through supply chain disruptions, high inflation, and sustainability initiatives, procurement, and supplier management has taken center stage in driving change.

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

On November 2nd – 3rd, SupplyShift held its third annual Summit, joining business leaders from across the world to share their knowledge, lessons learned, and best practices on tackling today’s biggest supply chain sustainability issues. Sustainability is an existential challenge. Need a little inspiration?

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

On November 2nd – 3rd, SupplyShift held its third annual Summit, joining business leaders from across the world to share their knowledge, lessons learned, and best practices on tackling today’s biggest supply chain sustainability issues. Sustainability is an existential challenge. Key Takeaways.

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Jaggaer

MARCH 28, 2022

The post Building a Sustainable Supply Chain appeared first on JAGGAER.

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Procurement Leaders

APRIL 15, 2024

The concept of supply chain redesign has been the subject of several CPO discussions over the past couple of years, increasingly since Covid and even more so since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In short, there are too many forces in play to prevent the need for a fundamental rethink of global supply-chains. Many reasons.

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ProcurePort

JUNE 1, 2022

• The global development goals have highlighted the changing role of sustainability. The GDPs seek to ensure that individuals, organizations, and institutions follow the set regulations in protecting and safeguarding the sustainability of future generations. •

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The supply chain plays a pivotal role in delivering goods and services to both businesses and consumers, serving as the connective thread between industries, nations, communities and all components of the value chain. Our dependence on supply chains is most pronounced in ensuring food supply.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In today’s complex global business environment, effective supply chain management (SCM) is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. Here’s how companies are using different strategies to address supply chain management and meet their business goals.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

They consider factors—like supplier performance or sustainability —that support long-term partnerships, advance business needs and increase purchasing power. Successful strategic sourcing often results in process optimization, cost management, customer satisfaction, risk management , increased sustainability and other benefits.

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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 25, 2022

In 2022, he was awarded the Special Mentioned Individual Award by Supply Chain Asia for his contribution to the national emergency procurement for the Covid-19 operation. Furthermore, He was voted by Supply Chain Digital as one of the top 10 procurement executives worldwide. Omid Ghamami. Trillion budget. . Sheldon Mydat.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

In this age of supply chain disruptions that hold the power to upend entire industries, strength and resilience across the entire value chain is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a survival tactic. They also factor in how a strong partnership could reduce supply chain risk and advance sustainability.

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Supply Chain Opz

MARCH 21, 2014

Managing the smooth flow of material and information in global supply chain context has been a business challenge for many years and many companies tries to find the new ways to take the advantage of the shift of global economy. Global supply chain environment is dynamic and many issues changes quickly.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Blog post originally created and published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Sam Jenks at [link] Check out the Kodiak Rating blog at [link] . Brands labeled with Green Supply Chains have started becoming synonymous with sustainability, trustworthiness, quality and forward thinking. Subscribe Here!

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Sustainable business practices are an essential part of an organization’s commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Sustainability in business also provides organizations an opportunity to create more efficient supply chains that have a positive impact on the planet.

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Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Decarbonisation Supply Chain Volatility Trade Protectionism Decarbonisation The Industrial sector is responsible for 40% of global energy consumption and 30% of all greenhouse gas emissions. Supply chain volatility Supply chains have been hit hard with Brexit in the Eurozone, the pandemic and the war in Ukraine.

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Procurement Freelancers

MAY 1, 2023

To sustain a company’s operational performance and effectively control spending, a procurement plan is necessary.… … The post Implementing Effective Procurement Strategies With A Purchasing Consultant first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Barkers Procurement

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

I recognised that Sustainability would become an important area of focus for procurement functions and industry as a whole. Spurred by what I thought was an impending collapse of society, I embarked on a Masters’ thesis exploring the value that embracing Sustainable Procurement could bring to an organisation. What is Sustainability?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In 2024, sustainability is taking center stage. Businesses, governments and individuals now see sustainability as a global imperative. And businesses across various sectors are setting rigorous sustainability goals, investing in renewable energy sources and developing innovative solutions to reduce their carbon footprint.

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Procurement Leaders

DECEMBER 31, 2023

From driving down carbon emissions to embedding new autonomous AI technologies and reformatting supply chains, the function is one of the central enablers of these trends and the growth opportunities that surround them. 2024 focus: Mapping Tier 2 supply chains and risks. A focus on total, sustainable value creation.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

To drive real change, it’s crucial for individuals, industries, organizations and governments to work together, using data and technology to uncover new opportunities that will help advance sustainability initiatives across the globe. CEOs say that sustainability investments will help drive better business results in the next 5 years.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 8, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Supply Chain Carbon Footprint Reduction Strategy. Around the world, people are demanding more from their governments, business communities, and their fellow consumers to help create a more sustainable future. Subscribe Here! Email Address. In September 2019, the U.N.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 29, 2024

Imagine a future where artificial intelligence (AI) seamlessly collaborates with existing supply chain solutions, redefining how organizations manage their assets. Challenge 4: Build sustainment and resiliency The initial deployment of AI in APM isn’t the last stop on the road. Undoubtedly.

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Strategic Sourceror

JANUARY 20, 2023

Supply chain challenges have dominated international headlines, and much of the focus has been on the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and the lingering consequences of the public health crisis. Flooding could severely impact the resiliency of global supply chains. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

The industrial sector is facing a perfect storm when it comes to their supply chains: an outdated reliance on manual processes, raw materials demand that will likely outpace supply, as well as potential resource constraints. Delays in repairs can often mean supply chain disruptions.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This situation increases the need for businesses to adapt their sustainability strategies to address climate change issues. Extreme weather events not only threaten infrastructure but also obstruct routes, hindering goods transportation and disrupting supply chains even in regions far from the affected area.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A corporate sustainability report is a comprehensive document that outlines a company’s efforts, policies, practices and performance related to social, environmental and economic sustainability. Companies usually share their sustainability goals and achievements in these reports on an annual basis.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

When it comes to the latter, retail leaders are also facing new government regulations that make sustainability promises a must-have rather than a nice-to-have. The good news is that sustainability and profitability go hand-in-hand, especially in the retail supply chain. Simple: communicate!

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Additionally, by researching new suppliers every few months or so, they can ensure they’re always getting the best deal possible on the goods and services they need to sustain their operations. This could include negotiating more favorable terms with suppliers or renegotiating existing contracts to ensure that prices remain competitive.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Green Supply Chain: True Sustainability or Just a Marketing Stunt? As the world becomes increasingly concerned with environmentalism, businesses are looking for easy ways to go green and reduce their carbon footprint , especially in their supply chains.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 21, 2024

2024 has brought a fresh sense of urgency to the global supply chain amidst growing regional wars and tensions, and calls from climate scientists have kept sustainability initiatives a top priority. The supply chain isn’t getting any less complicated. Women in supply chain motivate us.

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