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Inflation + Source-to-Pay Strategies: The Cure for the Common Price Hike

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It also has an impact on procurement teams as they are responsible for managing supplier relationships, identifying opportunities for cost savings, and ensuring that goods and services are delivered on time and within budget.

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Procurement Rising: The Silent Inflation Tax on Manufacturers

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Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Procurement Rising: The Silent Inflation Tax on Manufacturers February 27, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley Last year, the Consumer Price Index was the highest it has been in four decades, making inflation one of the most concerning macroeconomic factors facing the business world today.

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4 smart technologies modernizing sourcing strategy

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Because organizations with strategic sourcing mindsets look beyond price and cost savings-centered supplier selection initiatives. For example, the IBM Sterling Transaction Manager automates manual transactions between businesses and suppliers. They instead focus on continuous improvement.

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What is Supply Chain Management? A Guide to Success

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A well-established sourcing strategy helps businesses secure the best quality materials at the most competitive prices. Efficient transportation systems minimize delays, reduce costs, and ensure timely delivery to customers. Efficient order fulfillment processes ensure timely and accurate delivery, enhancing customer satisfaction.

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7 Spend Analytics Software for Mid-Market Businesses

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Located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the company leverages advanced AI technologies to enhance procurement processes, focusing on efficiency and data visibility. What sets Mithra-AI apart is its real-time, continuous visibility of spend data, coupled with proactive alerts for opportunities and risks.

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4 strategic sourcing use cases to strengthen your supply chain

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Cost savings Selecting suitable suppliers to meet long-term business needs often results in contracts with more advantageous pricing and payment terms (like bulk pricing and reduced fees). Near-sourcing, in addition to lowering emissions, also cuts transportation costs and delivery times.

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Reducing Construction Costs & Improving Sourcing Efficiency with Predictive Procurement

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The workforce shortage reached half a million this year , and many sectors continue to grapple with increased lead times, and volatile material costs. Housing construction has slowed significantly due to high interest rates, and prices of construction inputs increased 40.5% from February 2020 to August 2022.