Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Expect to see corporate executives assessing supplier diversity and environmental sustainability initiatives together under the ESG umbrella.

Business strategy 59

Business strategy Suppliers Strategy Sustainability 59

Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 21, 2020

An industry observer predicts that Amazon.com will make a radical change in its business strategy in the coming year.

Business strategy 131

Business strategy Strategy 131

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 8, 2021

Edge computing is becoming critical to business strategy and operations.

Networking 113

Networking Business strategy Strategy 113

ivalua

JULY 27, 2015

To me and the team at Directworks, Supplier Value Management means selecting the best supply partners and effectively managing supplier relationships to capture greater value in a manner that helps drive your overall business strategy. Let’s get busy working on Supplier Value Management.

Leadership 149

Leadership Suppliers Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing 149

Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Fabric, which operates small, automated distribution centers in densely-populated areas, is cutting its workforce and shifting its business strategy as grocers and retailers look instead to add automated operations inside stores.

Business strategy 114

Business strategy Strategy 114

Procurement Templates

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Set up a Supplier Advisory Board where suppliers and internal stakeholders co-create business strategies. Action: Launch a quarterly executive-level procurement strategy meeting with all business units.

Procurement 130

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Cost of ownership supply chain budgeting 130

SCMDOJO

APRIL 3, 2025

It affects revenue, customer relationships, and overall business strategy. This helps companies decide which products are most at risk in the long run. Long-Term Impact : Phasing out a product is a big decision. But with ongoing tariff issues, it may be necessary to streamline your product line and focus on more resilient items.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 88

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency 88

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

Key findings include: 97% of advanced procurement departments say procurement strategy is well aligned with overall business strategy versus only 14% of beginners. 51% of advanced procurement departments measure performance weekly or biweekly, versus only 26% of beginners.

Procurement team 47

Procurement team Procurement supply chain software solutions Spend management 47

Spend Matters

AUGUST 29, 2022

Categories: Sponsored Article , Supplier Management , supplier networks , Supply Chain Management Tags: Sponsored Article In the modern world of business, outsourcing has become increasingly popular due to its multitude of benefits; from cost-saving to accessing specialized skill sets and resources.

Supply chain 131

Supply chain Supply chain management Supply chain management Supply 131

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2023

To maximize product value and optimize revenue, manufacturers should leverage leading data to enable a proactive — rather than reactive — business strategy.

Data 97

Data Business strategy Strategy 97

ivalua

AUGUST 1, 2022

Aligning suppliers to overall Procurement and broader business strategy is critical to create sustained long-term value. . A strategic and holistic approach to supplier management contributes to overall business strategy by: Establishing supply assurance and mitigating disruptions.

Suppliers 130

Suppliers Management Supply Chain Efficiency Supplier relationship management 130

ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Jon provides advisory services on cloud technology and digital business strategy for private equity and buyout transactions. Specialties: Jon specializes in Cloud Technologies, Supply Chain Strategy, Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, and electronic payments. Jon has extensive software and technology experience.

supply chain software solutions 20

supply chain software solutions Business strategy Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing 20

ivalua

DECEMBER 15, 2021

As a part of the UN Global Compact, Ivalua translates its beliefs into a comprehensive and actionable framework from the core of its business strategy.

Spend management 130

Spend management Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Business strategy 130

ivalua

AUGUST 26, 2015

In today’s business environment, even long-term suppliers can run into difficulties. Manufacturers must be diligent in terms of monitoring their financial health, business strategy, compliance levels, and performance.

Suppliers 173

Suppliers Real-time Visibility Sourcing Quality 173

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

JANUARY 4, 2023

Adding innovation planning and goal setting into operations performance metrics and evaluating technology hype cycles, best practices and ROI, both financial and competitive, are critical to business strategy.

Innovation 88

Innovation Business strategy Strategy 88

Barkers Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

1) Establish Clear ESG Criteria and Objectives Define what ESG means within the context of your business. Establish clear, measurable objectives based on the material aspects of ESG that align with your business strategy. 2) Supplier Assessment and Selection Incorporate ESG criteria into supplier selection processes.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply Ethics 52

Positive Purchasing

APRIL 17, 2025

He has developed agile operating models that enable the right-sizing of procurement activity, ensuring alignment with broader business strategy, value creation and cash flow benefits. Dipesh Sudra : Currently Group FP&A Manager at The Rank Group Ltd, Dipesh is a finance leader with deep procurement partnership experience.

Procurement 52

Procurement Procurement team Business strategy Purchasing 52

Spend Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Today, customer preference for building relationships with companies that are concerned about their ESG commitments and stricter global compliance standards means that sustainability will only become more central to the business strategy in the coming years. Read more. ).

Sustainability 113

Sustainability Procurement Business strategy Supply chain 113

ivalua

AUGUST 29, 2019

In today’s turbulent business landscape, the challenges facing organisations have become increasingly complex, with uncertainty from geopolitical events such as Brexit and tariff negotiations impacting day-to-day operations. Leading the charge in navigating this constantly shifting trading environment is the Procurement department.

Procurement 154

Procurement Procurement team Supply Chain Efficiency Business strategy 154

Procurement Tactics

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

However, what is a sustainable business? For this article, we will discuss what sustainable business is. We will tackle its importance and tell you how you can create your sustainable business strategy. Creating a Sustainable Business Strategy. Ultimate Supplier Plotting Checklist 2022.

Sustainability 147

Sustainability Ethics Agile and Lean Supply Chain Strategy 147

Procurement Leaders

JULY 15, 2024

Finally, Rio Tinto board member Ngaire Woods closed the event with a conversation on the evolving role of corporations and company executives, and the blurring lines between government and corporates as political pressures influence business strategies.

Chief Procurement Officer 130

Chief Procurement Officer Influencing Sustainability Business strategy 130

Let's Talk Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Fixing this problem requires both a business strategy and a technology solution working in partnership. The business portion is logically simple: secure more contracts, like regional carriers, specific to your shipping profile either directly or through a third-party logistics provider. Carrier Flexibility = Customer Loyalty.

supply chain budgeting 105

supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization Business strategy Logistics 105

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Redwood, CA – 14 th September 2021 – Ivalua , a leading global spend management cloud provider , announced today the results of a commissioned study conducted by Forrester Research on behalf of Ivalua which shows that companies have been prioritizing CSR initiatives as part of their core business strategies – and it has paid off.

Collaboration 130

Collaboration Sustainability Ethics Supply chain 130

Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

This decision was driven by: Diverging Business Strategies : Maersk has been shifting towards an integrated logistics model, focusing on end-to-end supply chain solutions, while MSC is doubling down on fleet expansion and independent operations.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Contract 52

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 7, 2023

It is a strategic method of managing suppliers, where the focus is on aligning suppliers and partners with your business strategy. It is a strategic method of managing suppliers, where the focus is on aligning suppliers and partners with your business strategy. Frequently asked questions + What is supplier collaboration?

supply chain software solutions 130

supply chain software solutions Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

These steps aren’t one-time actionable steps but rather long-term focuses that should be implemented alongside other operational and business strategies. In its newest white paper, value chain optimization firm River Rock Advisors details several steps companies can take to navigate this ongoing uncertainty.

Strategy 98

Strategy Inventory Business strategy Negotiation 98

Procurement Tactics

MAY 8, 2023

The collaboration in CPFR usually includes business planning, forecasting , and replenishment of raw materials and finished products. CPFR is a business strategy that involves the collaboration of multiple partners to satisfy customer demand. It enhances trust between partners and enables customers to be heard.

Supply Chain Efficiency 200

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization Supply chain 200

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

These need to be aligned with the overall business strategy. Some companies compete on cost but there are many other possible dimensions of competitive strategy such as customer loyalty, quality of service, reliability etc. Strategic sourcing is a continuous process rather than an initial step.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing supply chain software solutions 52

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

The role of procurement has transformed over the last decade, from cost-cutter to a vital ally that can inform and enable business strategy. Role of Procurement is not what it used to be. COVID-19 has only served to cement the procurement department’s status as a key stakeholder.

Procurement 26

Procurement Supply chain Risk Procurement team 26

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

Key findings include: 97% of advanced procurement departments say procurement strategy is well aligned with overall business strategy versus only 14% of beginners. . 51% of advanced procurement departments measure performance weekly or biweekly, versus only 26% of beginners. .

Procurement 130

Procurement Procurement team supply chain software solutions Supply chain 130

Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 14, 2022

The function of supply chain management courses has evolved from a series of isolated tasks into a cohesive business strategy. Understanding supply chain strategy provides companies with a way to continue to grow profitably by optimizing resources for value creation.

Supply chain management 115

Supply chain management Supply chain management Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 115

Procurement Tactics

MAY 4, 2023

This enables legal and business teams to determine which contract terms require updating to align with the regulatory and economic environment, as well as the business strategy.

Contract 184

Contract Negotiation Contract management Procurement strategies 184

Spend Matters

JUNE 18, 2024

Increased agility — Given how quickly procurement needs to respond to changing policies and business strategies, the process we build today may not be the right process tomorrow. And given how tight procurement budgets are, it can be difficult to make a case for bringing in a developer every time a simple change needs to be made.

Procurement 117

Procurement Project management Budget Leadership 117

Procurement Heads

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The turbulence of the last few years has seen the stagnation/postponement/cancellation of (potentially) business critical projects and programmes. This has had a significant impact on both the business strategy and the experience/toolkit development of the permanent employees.

supply chain software solutions 130

supply chain software solutions Supply chain Supplier relationship management Demand 130

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 12, 2022

As there is no perfect plan (and there never will be), the second-best thing you can do is to find a way to mitigate as much risk on your business as possible. Myth #5: The business strategy that the big companies are using will also work for me. Not necessarily.

Supply Chain Efficiency 93

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Supply chain Supply 93

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2020

They share Urgo’s business strategy, how it drives Procurement objectives and finally how strategic suppliers are valuable stakeholders of it. How do you build such an asset and how does it turn into better innovation? It all starts with building up a transparent relationship. What are they transparent about?

Suppliers 147

Suppliers Management Supply Chain Efficiency Innovation 147

Una

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Strategic sourcing should exist outside of only the procurement department and link to the overall business strategy. Again, as the pandemic showed, business strategies can shift quickly. Procurement must have good communication with the C-Suite to adapt to changes in strategic goals.

Strategic sourcing 98

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Cost of ownership 98