IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

In this age of supply chain disruptions that hold the power to upend entire industries, strength and resilience across the entire value chain is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a survival tactic. Where tactical sourcing is a short-term strategy, strategic sourcing is for long-term business goals.

Strategic sourcing 85

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 85

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? Budgeting should be part of regular financial planning.

supply chain budgeting 92

supply chain budgeting Budget Real-time Visibility Spend management 92

Strategic Sourceror

JANUARY 20, 2023

Department of Labor, the Consumer Price Index in November 2022 had increased 7.1% Resurgent consumer demand, business closures, transportation disruptions and port congestion have all conspired to put pressure on suppliers and raise the cost of doing business. According to the U.S. over the previous 12 months.

supply chain budgeting 62

supply chain budgeting Raw materials Supply chain Supply 62

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

Enterprises will continue to undergo the financial burden of revenue disruptions, consumer , and uncontrolled supply chain variables. . As operating budgets tighten, restrictive spending will pressure businesses to focus on savings and creative alternatives. . The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers).

Procurement 130

Procurement supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 130

Strategic Sourceror

AUGUST 3, 2022

Product shortages were a common sight throughout much of the country, due in part to supply chain bottlenecks, so stocking up wherever possible made sense. Retailers aim to reduce their inventory that is piling up due to slower sales. It's just painful on the path from here to there." Brought to you by the StrategicSourceror.

Inventory 104

Inventory supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization Consumer demands 104

Una

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Organizations are feeling the need to fill highly-skilled ESG procurement manager roles to meet consumer demand for sustainable goods. By Hugo Britt | October 26, 2023 Search Search You don’t need a crystal ball to see that demand for ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) Procurement Managers will continue to grow.

Management 52

Management Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Stakeholder engagement 52

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

To get the most out of any procurement team, all the associated key roles need to be filled with qualified individuals that understand both technology and the principles of supply chain management. Negotiates cost-effective contracts with suppliers while following organizational policies and guidelines.

Procurement 87

Procurement Chief Procurement Officer supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency 87