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Can Coupa (and its procurement suite peers) manage supply as well as spend?

Spend Matters

But can they transcend the business spend management sphere and really go beyond indirect spend management support into the realm of supply [chain] management beyond some of the “basics” (e.g., For example, can they manage n-tier supply risk (or at least supplier risk)? Can they optimize purchased inventory?

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Streamlining supply chain management: Strategies for the future

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Automation Automation can streamline supply chain operations, from order fulfillment to inventory tracking. It can take many forms, from automated warehouse systems that pick and pack orders, to blockchain-based smart contracts to software that automates purchasing and invoicing processes.

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7 Critical Supply Chain Management Trends for 2023

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

We have shortlisted 7 C ritical T rends that will help supply chain leaders and practitioners to build a strategic blueprint for 2023 and beyond. Here are the 7 supply chain management trends for 2023 – Building agile supply chain ecosystems. Managing supply chain risk. So why wait?

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Adapting Supply Chains to the Digital Retail Revolution

SCMDOJO

According to a recent report by Global Web Index, modern shoppers distribute their attention across multiple social platforms and are increasingly likely to purchase products on their mobile devices. This emerging trend, known as e-SCM or Electronic Supply Chain Management, is gaining relevance.

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Coronavirus & Retailers: How to build resilience?

Solvoyo

We will see businesses putting much more emphasis on digital transformation by adopting: Cloud-based systems for allowing remote work, cross-functional and cross-enterprise collaboration. Businesses must stay on top of the shift in purchasing behavior by simultaneously managing demand and supply.

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Your 2024 Procurement Career Tune-Up

Una

Whether it’s mastering the art of negotiation or navigating the labyrinth of supply chain analytics, keeping your skills sharp is your ticket to staying relevant. Embrace Agile methodologies to learn how to streamline processes, enhance collaboration (especially with IT teams), and adapt to new situations.

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DevOps Best Practices to Implement Before a Crisis

Solvoyo

Thus, we manage to provide many of our solutions such as replenishment planning, production planning, purchasing, and transportation planning with increased reliability provided through our systematic infrastructure. Operating two Physical Data centers and two separate AWS regions ensure maximum redundancy. We would be happy to help.