Skill Dynamics

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

In our experience of working with supply chain and procurement organizations around the world, there are three things every organization can do to ensure training not only sticks but becomes a way of work. Tie training to objectives.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The Future of Procurement Technology Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Enhancement: Justification : Strengthening supplier relationships through SRM initiatives fosters collaboration, innovation, and mutual growth. This results in better negotiation outcomes, improved quality, reduced costs, and enhanced overall value delivery.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

In the book, The Living Supply Chain , the authors argue that, “Speeding up the supply chain is at the root of everything that is good: improved revenue, reduced working capital, higher profitability, and less obsolete inventory. Digital transformation of the supply chain will change everything – for the better.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 5, 2023

To succeed in this field, procurement professionals must possess a variety of competencies, ranging from negotiation and supplier management to risk assessment and financial analysis. It involves optimizing procurement processes and reducing costs while maintaining the quality of goods and services.

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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. Procurement, on the other hand, encompasses all the steps involved in acquiring goods, services, and works from external suppliers.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Managed procurement services leverage expert knowledge and cutting-edge technology to not only simplify the procurement process but also to identify cost-saving opportunities, ensure supplier compliance, and manage risks. Managed procurement, on the other hand, adopts a proactive, strategic, and holistic approach to procurement.

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Una

JANUARY 8, 2024

They know how to discover niches in the business where they can best add targeted value, and they see supplier relationships as a value-creating goldmine rich with the potential for innovation and competitive advantage. You snag a bunch of budget-friendly printers without considering the long game. So, how can procurement help?

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Managed procurement services leverage expert knowledge and cutting-edge technology to not only simplify the procurement process but also to identify cost-saving opportunities, ensure supplier compliance, and manage risks. Managed procurement, on the other hand, adopts a proactive, strategic, and holistic approach to procurement.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Strategic Sourcing is a proven approach to understanding and delivering significant cost reduction based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), building a sustained value – creating relationship with the suppliers and category spend reduction in order to create and sustain a competitive advantage. According to A.T.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

In this post, we’re going to look at two areas where Procurement teams typically spend a lot of effort, but often struggle to get recognition: Cost avoidance (including price increase deferrals). Driving value through strategic sourcing and supplier collaboration. Bonuses or additional goods / services provided at no extra cost.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

In this post, we’re going to look at two areas where Procurement teams typically spend a lot of effort, but often struggle to get recognition: Cost avoidance (including price increase deferrals). Driving value through strategic sourcing and supplier collaboration. Bonuses or additional goods / services provided at no extra cost.

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Una

OCTOBER 9, 2023

DOWNLOAD PLAYBOOK Table of Contents Introduction In procurement and supply chain, staying ahead of the game is not just a goal – it’s a necessity. At its core, strategic sourcing formalizes the process of finding, assessing, and choosing suppliers.

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

We will decide and response faster in our supply chain and make higher quality operational and strategic decisions. I believe that soon enough it will become a must to provide new roles to young graduates for them to be interested in working in supply chain. These new operating models can create significant benefits.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 6, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Organizations are ‘going carbon neutral by 2025’, and ‘implementing Artificially Intelligent business systems’ and ‘sourcing form solely environmentally friendly suppliers’. The responsibility of sourcing responsibly is shared between stakeholder, supplier, buyer and society at large.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

ERP vs. Best-in-Class for Healthcare Supply Chain Management? Are ERP systems better than best-in-class supply chain solutions for managing healthcare supply chains? That’s the question we set out to answer in our recent panel discussion with Procurement and Supply Chain experts. The verdict?

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

Here are some strategies and practices that can be implemented: Long-term contracts: Procurement teams can negotiate long-term contracts with suppliers that include price adjustment mechanisms. These mechanisms can be tied to inflation indices or specific cost drivers, allowing for adjustments in prices based on changes in inflation.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 4, 2023

Importance of procurement in modern businesses In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, procurement plays a crucial role in driving efficiency, cost savings, and overall success. Improved data accuracy: Digital systems reduce the risk of human errors, ensuring accurate data for better decision-making.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

This approach can help organizations streamline their procurement processes, negotiate better deals with suppliers, and ultimately save money. This strategy also ensures strategic supplier relationship management as per the various categories. Read More: What Does a Procurement Manager Do?

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 3, 2022

They are far more convenient than conventional discussions and negotiations, providing procedural integrity and transparency while also lowering final prices owing to enhanced supplier competitiveness. Reduced manual process intervention is fundamentally impartial and increases the feedback’s reliability.

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Skill Dynamics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Numerous platforms and needs, on top of a multi-tiered supply chain, have made origin tracing even more challenging. Nonetheless, there is a whole lot more to opimizing procurement processes than just cutting costs and then increasing efficiencies. As a result, training on how to navigate these complexities is a must.

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