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SCMDOJO
APRIL 3, 2025
Global trade is complex, and supply chains are intertwined and interconnected. Supply chain leaders must adapt and use smart strategies to remain competitive. This article explains how to understand US tariffs and lessen their impact on supply chains. This builds resilience during uncertain times.
Procurement Templates
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Strategic Objectives Cost Savings: Achieve cost reduction targets through effective supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing. Savings can be cashable or non cashable i.e. cost avoidance. Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to ensure long-term business value.
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Procurement Tactics
MAY 8, 2023
18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details → Or receive our famous weekly newsletter CPFR in Supply Chain — Everything You Should Know CPFR in supply chain allows both businesses and suppliers to fulfill customer demand. However, what is it? What is CPFR?
Planergy
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Using financial tools can help save time and resources while improving accuracy in the budgeting process. Why is Business Budgeting Important?
ivalua
MAY 30, 2025
AI is reshaping the way organizations source, manage suppliers, and drive value today. As supply chains become more interconnected and risks more dynamic, traditional procurement tools fall short. AI agents offer a smarter, faster way to manage sourcing, risk, and spend across the entire procurement lifecycle.
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SCMDOJO
MARCH 25, 2022
In the current era, it is clear that new modes of production are concomitant with new modes of distribution, which advances the field of logistics, the science of physical distribution or even supply chain management. Reminder of Key Definitions – Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Rider (1970)).
Supply Chain Game Changer
AUGUST 21, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain’s Moment of Truth Has Arrived! A solid supply chain and logistics strategy is essential for large companies. Logistics plays a critical role in a company’s supply chain. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
Procurement Insights
JANUARY 3, 2025
Here’s a breakdown of the shifts over this period: 2011: Procurement as a Tactical Function Primary Focus on Cost Savings : In 2011, CFOs largely viewed procurement as a cost-control function , tasked with negotiating contracts, reducing spend, and maintaining compliance with budgets.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
DECEMBER 20, 2023
A successful business strategy dictates the allocation of resources and outlines how a company will achieve its strategic goals. Whether the organization is focused on developing new products or marketing an existing service to an under-served demographic, having a solid strategy will help an organization realize its long-term goals.
Supply Chain Opz
NOVEMBER 9, 2014
Companies of all sizes have been capturing the value from Global Supply Chain to increase the economies of scale and scope for years. Due to the rapid change in global business environment, managers find it difficult to gain the edge over competitors. delivery reliability”), but is that really “supply chain thinking”?
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
MARCH 16, 2023
Spend Management is a critical function within an organization, and it involves the strategic management of the company’s spending to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance profitability. However, I also recognize that we need to balance cost savings with the need to invest in the future.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JULY 17, 2024
Hurricane season is always deeply volatile for supply chains, and this year it’s extreme. Hurricanes have already rocked communities and supply chains around the world, and we’re just getting started with the season typically running from June 1 st to November 30 th —peaking in late August and September.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
DECEMBER 28, 2023
As the year draws to a close, we can look back on all the progress women in supply chain made this year and the powerful gains ahead. 2023 marks the year women in supply chain returned to the post-pandemic workforce in full force. Let’s Talk Supply Chain is committed to closing the remaining gender gap.
TYA Suite
MAY 13, 2025
The procurement team reviews these requests to ensure theyre aligned with the companys budget and strategy. Typically, a manager or procurement officer will examine the request to ensure it fits within the budget and complies with company policies.
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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.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 2, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Creating a Culture Focused on Money Management. Financial management article and permission to publish here provided by Marlene Coleman. Businesses have come a long way from just selling products and services to refining various processes and audience targeting. Cash Is King!
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Planergy
MAY 8, 2025
Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. 4] Organizations are not just saving time; theyre also reducing errors, improving approval cycles, and increasing compliance. What's PLANERGY?
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The Network Effect
APRIL 16, 2015
It is difficult to come across many supply chain leaders today who do not subscribe to the principle of Demand-Driven Supply Chains. As supply chain experts we continue to write about, provide webinars, present at conferences, and assist numerous client companies to progress towards the Demand-Driven Supply Chain model.
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Until you can leverage what it takes to succeed, most businesses today will struggle to maintain fiscal viability and relevance in the Modern Global Market. The root causes of these issues often stem from a clash of the following critical Supply Chain Variables: Poor Toxic Culture. Inability to execute good Business Strategies.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
It’s not getting better—in fact the performance of each of the three national carriers has steadily declined due to structural issues including poor earnings, supply chain issues and constrained labor. This is the fastest way to reduce costs while ensuring performance remains acceptable. Enter Shipium. About the Author.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Historical data and AI-driven insights help optimize decision-making, allowing procurement teams to focus their expertise on more nuanced evaluations like supplier alignment with business strategy and customer service approach. Then experienced procurement teams can assess all the data for more nuanced and context-specific judgments.
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
MAY 8, 2023
Supply chain visibility is essential for successful procurement, as it enables businesses to proactively manage risks and optimize their supply chain. By having a clear view of their entire supply chain, businesses can identify potential issues and take steps to mitigate them.
HICX
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Supplier Management is an area within businesses that frequently shows significant potential for transformation through new and emerging digital technologies. Digital transformation means adopting or incorporating digital-based technologies to improve an organization’s processes, products and strategies.
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.
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The Global Supply Chain is thriving with each passing day. Business profitability and customer satisfaction always go hand in hand. However, the game-changer is how Cost Efficiency and Cost Effectiveness play their role in the supply chain. What is Cost Efficiency?
Procurement Tactics
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Of course, there are companies that have already adopted sustainability in their supply chain. . In this article, we will briefly discuss sustainability in procurement and its significance to businesses. Additionally, we will show you some companies that have embraced sustainability in their supply chain. .
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Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 20, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Do you have a business and want to make it a success? When you want to make your business a success, then you need to think out of the box with respect to your expense management. You will need to make significant changes in your business strategy.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JANUARY 18, 2024
It’s a new year, and there are reasons to suggest that 2024 might be a departure from the fresh chaos that has hallmarked supply chain since the 2020’s started, or at least a de-escalation. Over the last few years, supply chain professionals have navigated an endless array of challenges.
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Skill Dynamics
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Supplier relationship management is a business strategy utilized by organizations to strategically build relationships with their suppliers that are mutually beneficial. Strategy execution puts everything into action to achieve the outcomes discussed in the previous steps.
The Good Spending
AUGUST 23, 2022
Yet, it is helpful to understand that we need to master the basics, then the cost, and, at last, the demand. It is agreeable that demand management is the sign of ultimate procurement professionalism. Cost avoidance Future years. It is difficult to foresee the value of such an increase, so it's randomly being budgeted.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 14, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Procurement and Sustainability are your business’ Yin and Yang. At the crossroads of sustainability, technology, and the broader supplier base lies smart, sustainable, and scaling supply chain growth; growth that comes with a balance of people, planet, and profitability in mind.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JUNE 19, 2024
Summer is here and we’re already cooking with fresh global supply chain disruptions. The Supply Chain Act driving sustainability and putting environmental conservation first for European businesses is presenting new challenges for businesses looking to find compatible logistics and sourcing partners.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
MAY 16, 2024
Supply Chain is no stranger to change, challenges, and yes, general chaos, but this year has been its own kind of animal charged by a strained global economy, shifting tensions across continents, and a major presidential election that could have resounding impacts across business and commerce this coming fall.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
We talk a lot about the latest supply chain disruptions—they are constant—and how to combat them with diversity in thought and representation. Because consumers who drive demand and momentum are more aware of supply chains than ever. Ending the gender gap isn’t just good for people, it’s great for business.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
AUGUST 18, 2024
Heightening geopolitical tensions and war have been presenting supply chain leaders with new challenges. The Russian War on Ukraine and the Hamas-Israeli war have created fresh challenges for global supply chains. These novel supply chain challenges require diversity in thought and in the workforce.
SCMDOJO
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
A warehouse management system for e-commerce makes managing a giant warehouse 24/7 no easy task. Barcode systems, RFID labeling, hi-tech automated robots for pallet movement, ERP systems, transport management systems, logistics software, augmented and Virtual reality wearables, etc are some of the hi-tech features of WMS.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Women in supply chain are gaining momentum in narrowing the gender gap. They now make up 41% of the supply chain workforce, an almost 40% increase from the year prior. Post-pandemic dynamics and more awareness of supply chains are empowering progress in what was once an overwhelmingly male-dominated industry.
Jaggaer
APRIL 14, 2020
Define your procurement response strategy. Catch the on-demand webinar on building business continuity plans and business strategies for the short, mid and long-term. This is perhaps an extreme example, but it highlights how COVID-19 is causing severe disruptions to supply chains. The longer-term impacts.
Procurement Insights
JUNE 1, 2025
Hansen was publicly referencing and implementing AI concepts in the late 1990s , notably through “advanced self-learning algorithms” in procurement and supply chain applications. Procurement-Specific : Up to 70% of ERP/procurement tech projects fail due to scope creep, budget overruns, or misalignment.
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Let's Talk Supply Chain
OCTOBER 27, 2023
The number of women in supply chain is still rising, increasing 3 to 5% annually, now making up 41% of the industry. This decade has brought a greater understanding and awareness of how supply chains impact communities globally. The recently overwhelmingly male-dominated industry is shifting and evolving.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
2024 is coming at us fast and the supply chain is front-and-center when it comes to geopolitical tensions and wars plaguing the globe. Just this week, retail brands called for safe travel on the Red Sea amidst growing rates and delays and regional fighting that has cost over $80B in inventory. Yes, don’t forget the pirates.
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IBM Supply Chain Blog
JANUARY 16, 2024
Successful companies fuse product development practices with overarching business strategies to ensure sustainable innovations that will resonate efficiently and sustainably with customers—both in existing markets and among new target audiences. Will a product or feature drive specific and measurable business value?
IBM Supply Chain Blog
APRIL 4, 2024
Business Process Management (BPM) is a systematic approach to managing and streamlining business processes. BPM is intended to help improve the efficiency of existing processes, with the goal of increasing productivity and overall business performance. BPM is often confused with other seemingly similar initiatives.
Arkestro
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Organizations across the globe are rethinking their procurement practices and policies, recognizing that ethical procurement isnt just about following trends; its about building a more inclusive, efficient, and equitable supply chain. While this represents a substantial investment, the benefits are undeniable.
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