EazyStock

APRIL 18, 2023

Supply chain managers and inventory management professionals face a constant barrage of supply chain crises, with one always waiting around the corner. With every crisis comes the potential for supply chain disruption that can cause chaos for stock-holding businesses. Global supply chains.

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Spend Matters

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Categories: Analysis , Procurement Systems & Architecture , Spend Management , Supply Chain , Supply Chain Management , Trade Financing Tags: PRO This Spend Matters PRO Vendor Analysis gives an overview of Trax, a Transportation Spend Management (TSM) solution.

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Supply Chain Opz

MARCH 6, 2015

As pressure to improve supply chain cost performance increases for many companies, the evaluation and selection of competent suppliers becomes a key concern. In this article, Professor Burcu Keskin from University of Alabama will share 7 trends that procurement and supply chain management professionals should watch.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

BPR examples are not one-time projects, but rather examples of a continuous journey of innovation and change focused on optimizing end-to-end processes and eliminating redundancies. The purpose of BPR is to streamline workflows , eliminate unnecessary steps and improve resource utilization.

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Strategic Sourceror

DECEMBER 20, 2022

When a warehouse receives an order from a customer, a multitude of actions take place for the desired item to be selected, handled, packaged, placed and shipped to the buyer. A company that is in the midst of expanding its automated fulfillment network is Chewy, an e-commerce retailer specializing in pet supplies.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In supply chain management, total lead time is a crucial metric encompassing the period from customer order to delivery, be it in B2B or B2C scenarios. As a critical supply parameter, managing lead time is essential for mitigating uncertainties in the supply chain.

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The Network Effect

JUNE 26, 2014

In yesterday’s post I introduced the concept of “process robots”, and showed how they are already being deployed within supply networks to automatically do the work. For example a process robot may be used to establish optimized min/max stocking levels for inventory based on desired customer service levels at retail.

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Skill Dynamics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Procurement negotiation refers to a buyer (usually from a company) and a seller (usually from a supplier) working together and discussing the likes of pricing, terms, conditions, and other aspects of a procurement contract. Advanced techniques via elevated supply chain skills empower procurement teams to handle complicated interactions.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

They enhance registration, self-registration and profile management by using a network and connected sources to prefill certain fields and push updates to all parties on the network and by having a richer workflow engine to manage approvals and alerts efficiently and effectively. They can also communicate with buyers.

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Una

MAY 23, 2023

Group purchasing and indirect spend Indirect Spend, with her diverse and multifaceted nature, longed for a Sourcing Hero to swoop in and optimize her procurement processes. Along came Group Purchasing, the dashing protagonist with an unparalleled ability to unite like-minded buyers and channel their collective strength.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Supply chain collaboration is a hot topic today and no wonder: companies that collaborate effectively across the supply chain have enjoyed dramatic reductions in inventories and costs, together with improvements in speed, service levels, and customer satisfaction. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Making The Right Choices.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 5, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Procurement is one of the sole functions in an organization that can truly implement and realizes quality and sustainability initiatives in the line; considering procurement’s ability to impact the global supply chain network at the supplier level. Subscribe Here!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. I would call myself an accidental supply chain executive!

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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. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you're a manufacturer looking for more customers: Optimize Your Website To Convert New Customers.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Inventory management starts with the fundamental in and out of your supply chain. Warehouse and distribution networks. ? Everyone from your product developers to your supply chain management team can more easily do their jobs. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 14, 2020

Can the complex global supply network survive the COVID-19 pandemic? This is perhaps an extreme example, but it highlights how COVID-19 is causing severe disruptions to supply chains. The broader issue is that border controls and travel bans limit the ability of supply managers to identify and qualify new suppliers.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 24, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Stand Out Digital Supply Chain Strategies! Technologies to optimize Supply Chain article and permission to publish here provided by Arra at No-BS Marketplace. Latest Technologies Available To Help Different Supply Chain Models. Subscribe Here!

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Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

Top performing vendors have achieved a “Network Effect” type of collaboration where suppliers can manage all their buyers in the same portal and even behave as buyers themselves receiving invoices from their suppliers. Expert analysts deeply vet solution capabilities prior to ranking inclusion.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of supply chain management, precise terminology is paramount. Sourcing plays a crucial role in building strong supplier relationships and achieving cost-effectiveness in the supply chain. Stocking: Stocking relates to the physical storage and management of inventory within a supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 3, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The goal of supply chains is to add value to the manufacturing and distribution processes. Supply chains can be differentiated based on characteristics such as price, time reliability, and risk, depending on the markets and value chains they serve.

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ivalua

AUGUST 5, 2020

Optimization of internal data resources to support ALL spend profiles. In part, this is due to the challenge of handling high volumes of supplier invoices being merged with the new digital Tax Compliance and Government Supplier Networks. Streamlining Supplier Invoicing – The Next Generation in Invoice Networking.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 14, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Wearable technologies, social networks, and business directories have changed people’s shopping habits. According to research studies , 90% of buyers read online reviews before making a purchase. That is why they optimize their organic presence for local search.

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SPLC (Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council)

APRIL 29, 2020

Record unemployment rates and interrupted supply chains have heavily disrupted countless companies around the world. The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) recognizes that established, healthy networks with business peers, the public sector, and stakeholders are critical to a company’s resilience.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 5, 2023

In essence, procurement serves as the backbone of an organization’s supply chain, contributing to cost savings, risk management, and supplier relationship management. This approach often resulted in inefficient use of resources, limited visibility into supplier performance, and difficulty in managing complex supply chains.

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Una

MAY 23, 2023

Group purchasing and indirect spend Indirect Spend, with her diverse and multifaceted nature, longed for a Sourcing Hero to swoop in and optimize her procurement processes. Along came Group Purchasing, the dashing protagonist with an unparalleled ability to unite like-minded buyers and channel their collective strength.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 26, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “ Seasoned Leadership in Action ™” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer.

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The Thomas Blog

AUGUST 24, 2022

And so do the buyers of your company's products or services. By understanding what your buyers have on their plates, you can more easily accomplish one of your most important tasks — generating more leads and contributing to your bottom line. The buyer realizes a need. The buyer evaluates potential suppliers.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 11, 2023

Following recent unprecedented events and disruptions, one thing has become clear: procurement optimization is no longer just about cost-effectiveness or efficiency. . Learn how Ocean Network Express overcame this challenge and created a clear channel of communication between departments and accounts payable systems with Pipefy.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 18, 2023

The following is a business case highlighting the background, context and value proposition of SCMDOJO’s Expert Marketplace, a platform designed to connect businesses with specialized Supply Chain Expert Services. It is within this context that SCMDOJO’s Expert Marketplace was conceived.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The pandemic and resulting supply chain disruptions have added extreme pressure on the health and pharma sector to address shortages quickly and efficiently. Limited Supplier Network. Constrained supply chains and the associated shortages have resulted in mounting pressures for organizations to diversify their supplier bases.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Optimizing cost, in the order of a 20-25% reduction on the current situation, is therefore a must in order to survive. Spend management and procurement will play a key role in enabling banks to achieve their efficiency targets while managing supply chain risks,” he added. You can view a full recording of the webinar here.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 29, 2024

It is incumbent upon the company to optimize that customer’s experience to encourage repeat customers and grow a healthy customer base. The goal is to activate first-time buyers and then keep customers from switching to a competitor.

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SupplyShift

MARCH 27, 2018

In the last decade, companies have begun recognizing the importance of responsible sourcing of paper and packaging, and we have seen a more than 10-fold increase in companies committing to reduce deforestation in their supply chains. Pulp and paper supply chains are complex and multi-faceted.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 31, 2023

In essence, SRM is a comprehensive approach to managing an enterprise’s interactions with the organizations that supply the goods and services it uses. The main objective of SRM is to streamline and improve processes between a buyer and its suppliers. Now, what are the benefits of effective SRM?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Today, we are seeing significant digital disruption in the business of trade and supply chain financing that is largely influenced by global events and geopolitics, changing regulations, compliance and control requirements, advancements in technology and innovation, and access to capital.

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Claritum

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Optimizing Spend Visibility, Control, Cost Savings and process Efficiencies. Claritum automates sourcing, procurement and invoicing in one, easy-to-use, cloud based platform while enabling business users, customers, procurement experts, buyers and suppliers to collaborate globally and in real time. Future of Endless Solutions.

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SupplyShift

MARCH 27, 2018

In the last decade, companies have begun recognizing the importance of responsible sourcing of paper and packaging, and we have seen a more than 10-fold increase in companies committing to reduce deforestation in their supply chains. Pulp and paper supply chains are complex and multi-faceted.

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