Una

AUGUST 17, 2022

This is where strategic sourcing professionals spend most of their time, communicating directly with their top suppliers through an SRM program , and using cutting-edge procurement software to analyze spend and track risk. It's decentralized by buyers in the business (not procurement people). Next is the tail. Is it worth it?

Real-time Visibility 98

Real-time Visibility Spend management Procurement team Purchasing 98

ivalua

OCTOBER 1, 2020

A recent study by Forrester found that the single greatest factor in increasing a supplier’s willingness to collaborate with and share innovations with a customer was timeliness of and visibility into payments. Organizations cannot improve invoice match rates when there is no visibility into the root causes of match failures.

Real-time Visibility 130

Real-time Visibility Networking Supply Chain Efficiency Suppliers 130

ivalua

JUNE 4, 2020

A review of the key elements in supplier management for manufacturers and how Source-to-Pay procurement technology can support the journey towards supply chain resilience and agility in times of crisis. Managing a complex network of direct material suppliers. Transparency, or ability to scale data, across an organization.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 173

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 173

Procurement Insights

APRIL 3, 2025

Like any ecosystem, it has both positive and critical aspects , depending on your perspective whether you’re a startup, enterprise buyer, vendor, or procurement leader. Global Reach, Real Impact Participants and speakers come from over 50 countries. Positive Aspects of DPW 1. High-profile speakers (e.g.,

Innovation 52

Innovation Real-time Visibility Sustainability Collaboration 52

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

In times of pressure and crisis , highly responsive and trustworthy suppliers make agility possible. Following widely-known standards keeps your vendor options open so you’re not locked into sourcing from a small pool of specialty suppliers that can negatively impact time to market. Performance and stability can waver.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

A recent study by Forrester found that the single greatest factor in increasing a supplier’s willingness to collaborate with and share innovations with a customer was timeliness of and visibility into payments. It is not uncommon for organizations to spend time on supplier enablement without achieving a huge amount.

Real-time Visibility 130

Real-time Visibility Suppliers Innovation Contract 130

Let's Talk Supply Chain

AUGUST 28, 2022

Cargo Chief enables 3PLs and freight brokers to expand their carrier network, gain visibility into real-time pricing, and streamline their processes. And Hubtek is a tech-enabled talent and automation solutions provider for transportation companies across North America. Check out our other podcasts HERE.

Real-time Visibility 98

Real-time Visibility Price Collaboration Supply Chain Efficiency 98

ivalua

MARCH 27, 2023

The first and most visible element of this change are the emergence of Government tax networks or Continuous Transaction Controls (CTC) systems. Europe will join Latin America, India, China, and other countries already on the path to real-time tax collection. What are the implications?

Procurement strategies 130

Procurement strategies Real-time Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain Networking 130

Procurement Insights

APRIL 9, 2025

Enhanced Adaptability to Dynamic Environments Challenge : Traditional equation-based models fail to respond to real-time disruptions (e.g., Agent-Based Solution : Agents represent suppliers, buyers, and logistics providers, sharing data and negotiating terms autonomously. optimizing inventory levels based on demand forecasts).

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Procurement Heads

JANUARY 30, 2023

I am an IT Buyer and procure software and hardware. IT procurement provides a lot more visibility to senior stakeholders within the business. CIPS is valuable because it allows you to apply your theory to the real world. Through studying CIPS you also have the opportunity to expand your wider network which is key.

supply chain budgeting 130

supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions Negotiation Real-time Visibility 130

TYA Suite

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Instead, a network of computers, known as nodes, collaborates to maintain the blockchain. Each participant in the procurement process—whether they are suppliers, buyers, or logistics providers—has access to this shared ledger. This transparency is a game-changer because it enables all parties to view the same information in real time.

Supply Chain Efficiency 40

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions 40

Procurement Insights

APRIL 18, 2025

Based on the input from the 1998 Agent-based RAM platform, which featured self-learning algorithms within a nascent AI framework, confirmed prior research indicated that Indirect Material MRO products were prone to much greater volatility over time than Direct Materials.

Price 75

Price Demand Supply chain Real-time Visibility 75

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 24, 2021

Leveraging relevant technology in the supply chain from the moment your suppliers bring in raw materials, during storage of the materials and manufactured products in the warehouse, and distribution of products to the final consumer can increase efficiency, boost production, reduce time wastage and improve business revenues. Blockchain.

Supply Chain Optimization 119

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Real-time Visibility 119

Procurement Insights

MARCH 17, 2025

Anyone who has followed the Procurement Insights blog for any length of time knows I love to ask questions and am voracious about gaining new insights. Approach : Data-driven, emphasizing external market insights to level the playing field between buyers and suppliers. commodity buyers, cost analysts). Key Comparison Points 1.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Procurement team Real-time Visibility Cost of ownership 52

ivalua

JULY 8, 2020

These challenges in the direct material supply chain pose a real threat, especially in a time of crisis. Managing a Complex Network of Direct Material Suppliers. Transparency, or ability to scale data, across an organization. Ability to enrich data sets with other, related data sets. Financial, etc.).

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 26

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 26

ivalua

AUGUST 5, 2020

This makes paying an invoice faster, simpler and on time. Ivalua’s e-invoicing software for Invoice to Pay transforms the accounts payable process and can deliver indisputable value in the form of less manual processes, reduced transaction costs, traceability and increased control over payment timing, and ultimately cost savings.

supply chain software solutions 130

supply chain software solutions Real-time Visibility Networking supply chain budgeting 130

Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The company achieves this by using an advanced Al paired with real-world, in-the-moment perspectives from a proprietary network of partners that deliver insights down to the bill of material level. Also, the performance of the fulfillment process is a critical input to the continuous optimization of the supply/supplier base.

Risk management 98

Risk management Supply Chain Optimization Risk Supply chain 98

Procurement Insights

MAY 27, 2024

Who is my missing provider – One Network Enterprises. Businesses must take an outside-in network view and together serve the end consumer.” ” By the time Greg Brady and Ranjit Notani began their journey, I had already sold my company and was moving on to my next challenge. Why This Provider?

Real-time Visibility 81

Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency e2e 81

Let's Talk Supply Chain

AUGUST 7, 2022

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.41] Erik’s founder story, and the journey that led him to “experience the tension between small suppliers and giant buyers” first hand, and establish Orderful. “I 22.21] How the pandemic has changed the way businesses think about data, how they relate to it and move it around their networks.

supply chain software solutions 98

supply chain software solutions supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency 98

TYA Suite

JUNE 2, 2025

But purchasing is more than just placing orders, it's a structured process that ensures the right items are bought, from the right sources, at the right price, and at the right time. In many organizations, especially those with complex operations or large supplier networks, the is not handled casually.

Purchasing 40

Purchasing supply chain budgeting Purchase orders Quantity 40

The Network Effect

JANUARY 8, 2015

The third category of opportunities for LSPs that come with the cloud network model can be thought of as “orchestration” services. But what I’m going to discuss today is very real and the most advanced logistics providers can deliver them today. appeared first on The Network Effect.

Supply chain 76

Supply chain Real-time Visibility e2e Supply 76

Procurement Insights

JANUARY 19, 2025

Notable among these were: Ariba Buyer : Ariba was a leading provider of e-procurement solutions, offering platforms that enabled organizations to manage their procurement processes efficiently. Significance : Their network-based approach facilitated efficient supplier onboarding and interaction. Real-time analytics and reporting.

supply chain software solutions 52

supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency e2e Supply Chain Optimization 52

Jaggaer

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

This has brought benefits but not sustainable value , especially when buyers have looked for “best-of-breed” point solutions with limited interoperability. A “wish list” was given in the area of supplier collaboration on the part of “mature procurement leaders”: Supplier enablement: accelerating time to value and driving supplier loyalty.

Collaboration 78

Collaboration Suppliers Data supply chain software solutions 78

Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

what/who is driving the spending by how much), trending/time-phased analysis and drill downs through master data taxonomies, e.g., category and supplier taxonomies. The top vendors extend the analytics schema to also support predictive data analysis, AI/ML models or real-time visibility across many systems.

Real-time Visibility 98

Real-time Visibility Data e2e Quality 98

IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

At the same time, complex and fragmented supply chains can introduce challenges like supply chain compliance and fraud mitigation. Supplier visibility and traceability is growing in importance to help achieve environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets. Additionally, artificial intelligence (AI) plays an important role.

Supply Chain Efficiency 82

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting Supply chain 82

TYA Suite

JUNE 2, 2025

The verification also provides legal support, especially in cases of delayed payments from buyers, through platforms like MSME Samadhaan. Verifying each certificate manually in such volumes becomes overwhelming, leading to processing backlogs and long waiting times for businesses.

Real-time Visibility 40

Real-time Visibility Procurement team Data Procurement 40

Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

Supplier collaboration workspace The ability of a supplier collaboration workspace or portal to enable suppliers to engage within a buyer’s process (e.g., visibility, self-service, document exchange, etc.) Exploring the actual market state of the top 5 capabilities 1. with its corresponding access security.

Buyers 97

Buyers Agile and Lean Supply Chain Collaboration Suppliers 97

Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Effective inventory management reduces costs for you, and for the consumer means faster delivery and lower shipping charges. Warehouse and distribution networks. ? And, of course, inventory. Over time (and as your business grows), however, the sheer number of subscriptions and transactions each month can get overwhelming.

Inventory 98

Inventory supply chain software solutions Management Supply Chain Optimization 98

The Thomas Blog

JUNE 22, 2022

To start, industrial businesses will need an effective online marketing and sales strategy to help them achieve their business goals — because the B2B buyer behavior has changed. Buyers want to know as much about you as they can to help answer these questions: Are you reliable? Be Where Buyers Search For New Suppliers.

Buyers 64

Buyers Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency 64

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Your goal might be to transition from purely traditional buyer-supplier business arrangements, fine-tune strong supplier relationships that yield average results, or something in between. Getting strategic about supplier collaboration positions you to succeed today and overcome tomorrow’s unexpected challenges.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Supply Chain Efficiency Suppliers Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Planergy

MARCH 18, 2025

Tools like PLANERGY enhance supply chain resilience by providing real-time tracking, data-driven insights, and streamlined communication with suppliers. Building strong supplier relationships, diversifying sourcing, and adopting solid inventory management practices are essential to minimizing risks and ensuring service continuity.

supply chain budgeting 52

supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 52

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Time is really important in business. Knowing how crucial time is for keeping customers happy and influencing what they buy, it’s clear that handling lead time (which means the time it takes to get things ready) is not just needed for business, but it also gives an edge in today’s competitive and complex economy.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Real-time Visibility 98

Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Built to combat issues caused by the lack of adequate space in cities and near major highways and interstates, SecurSpace enables on demand access to a rapidly growing network of industrial facilities and businesses searching for parking and storage solutions. In his spare time, he enjoys golf and boating.

Demand 52

Demand Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting 52

Finale Inventory

JULY 18, 2024

Data exchange in EDI is typically done through a Value Added Network (VAN) or directly over the internet using technologies such as AS2 or FTP. For example, a purchase order document may include segments for the buyer’s information, the seller’s information, and the items being ordered.

Data 52

Data Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions 52

Procurement Software

APRIL 18, 2023

With tangible benefits for buyers, eAuctions could help your organisation survive the economic downturn. eAuctions are a negotiation method that allow buyers to leverage market-driven pricing opportunities. These negotiations take place in real time, with all prospective suppliers at once.

Bidding 52

Bidding Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility Negotiation 52

Procurement Software

MAY 16, 2023

Onventis Onventis provides a Procure-to-Pay module for buyers that streamlines the procurement process from purchasing to payment. The software automates workflows and approvals, manages supplier catalogues, and provides real-time analytics for better decision-making.

Procurement 96

Procurement Purchase orders Real-time Visibility Purchasing 96

The Thomas Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

The top three strategies for effective small business lead generation include content marketing, social media marketing, and networking and partnerships. This improves the company’s online visibility, helps it reach a wider audience, and enhances its authority and credibility within that niche.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Buyers Networking Strategy 52