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At which point should end-to-end (S2C) source-customer visibility begin in the manufacturing process?

Procurement Insights

EDITOR’S NOTE: In December 2010, I wrote an article about one of Time Magazine’s picks for the Top Innovations in 2008 – Made-in-Transit Packaging. I obviously think what EiKO is doing regarding process visibility is great – kudos to the company for its progressive customer-centric thinking.

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The New Procurement Reality: Thriving Amid Policy Shifts, Logistics Gaps & Demand Swings

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By the time I have finished writing this article, and certainly before it is published, the situation will have changed. One is reminded of the Chinese proverb, Better to be a dog in times of tranquility than a human in times of chaos. Here are some of the lessons I took away from the webinar.

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Is Your Supply Chain Recession Proof? A Guide for Building a Resilient Supply Chain

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These disruptions can occur due to decreased consumer demand, supplier instability, or logistical challenges. Understanding Supply Chain Risks Economic downturns act as stress tests for supply chains, exposing vulnerabilities that may have gone unnoticed during stable times.

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Supplier Collaboration: Driving Innovation and Competitive Advantage

Jaggaer

The result is a vehicle that meets market demands for sustainability and performance while reducing time to market and production costs. This not only helps avoid stockouts but also reduces the need for excessive inventory, reducing overage and storage costs. leading to a more innovative and efficient final product.

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🎄 Holiday Crunch, Generative AI, and Tariff Talk – Don’t Miss Out

Let's Talk Supply Chain

The holiday crunch intensifies as consumer demands spike, leading to ‍logistical complexities and inventory management ‍issues. by harnessing the power of AI to automate decision-making processes and optimize workflows, supply chain experts have the opportunity to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

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Supply chain visibility in the energy and utilities industry

IBM Supply Chain Blog

For the energy and utilities industry (E&U), time is not on their side. Equipment-heavy and reliant on an aging infrastructure, E&U clients suffer from costly supply chain disruptions as wear, tear and time take their toll. Visibility. However, maintenance inventory optimization is only part of the solution.

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Inventory Forecasting — Everything You Should Know

Procurement Tactics

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Inventory Forecasting — Everything You Should Know Inventory forecasting allows you to predict when supply chains and consumer demand are going to change. However, what is it?

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