IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 1, 2023

Here are five things you need to know about how IBM Cloud is helping clients make the right workload-placement decisions based on resiliency, performance, security, compliance and total cost of ownership.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 22, 2019

Procurement teams are in a unique and important position to drive such initiatives forward as these improvements are only possible through actions taken in the supply chain. using a total cost of ownership strategy) and identify key risks (and related costs) to avoid. A quick look at the regulatory landscape.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 5, 2023

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the growing importance of sustainability and social responsibility, the role of procurement professionals has become more critical than ever. Streamline procurement activities and reduce costs by using eProcurement and Internet Reverse Auctions. •

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 2, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. In the omnichannel supply chain, order management improvement leads to confident inventory management across all channels. Such improvements naturally lend themselves to higher customer service levels and benefits throughout the supply chain. Email Address.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 11, 2023

Implementing such solutions could be the key to a new era of productivity for your organization, but implementing new and expansive IT software can be intimidating. Choosing the right MES software: 12 things to think about Selecting manufacturing execution system (MES) software is a critical decision for any manufacturing organization.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

This is especially true when looking at how the supply chain and the management of external suppliers can play a pivotal role in a company’s ESG goals. When Procurement teams are seen as an integral part of a business’s value chain, the actions of Procurement can drive tangible added value such as: 1.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

This is especially true when looking at how the supply chain and the management of external suppliers can play a pivotal role in a company’s ESG goals. When Procurement teams are seen as an integral part of a business’s value chain, the actions of Procurement can drive tangible added value such as: 1.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 1, 2023

Gone are the days when antivirus software and a firewall were almost enough to protect an organization from cyberattacks. Modern unified endpoint management (UEM) solutions include laptop management. Trojans, worms and malware are no longer the only cyberthreats keeping IT and security professionals awake at night.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It is with immense gratitude that I thank Ken for his leadership not only across IBM Power, but for his service to IBM in various roles spanning IP, strategy and software during his distinguished IBM career. A vibrant ecosystem enables a range of use cases for our clients running software on Power. Read more here.

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Planergy

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

If suppliers feel like you’re constantly criticizing them or looking for ways to reduce costs, they may be less likely to want to do business with you in the future. This includes things like cost per unit (CPU), the total cost of ownership (TCO), scrap/rework costs, etc. Aim for Continuous Improvement.

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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.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 12, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. I hired a team, secured three (3) Asian suppliers, 3 software suppliers ( US, France, and Taiwan). Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Una

JANUARY 8, 2024

The value here isn't just held in the initial cost but in the total cost of ownership, environmental impact, and overall efficiency. Office Furniture Cost-First Crusader You decide to pinch pennies on office furniture. This efficiency doesn’t just cut costs; it enhances the overall productivity of the business.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

You think because you bought TMS from one of the world’s largest software companies you’re getting the best? So, even though it may be delivered in the cloud, the transaction-based pricing model prevents you from capturing the cost savings promised by SaaS delivery in the first place. Your TMS charges by transaction volume.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

APRIL 7, 2016

Is it even possible to make a well-conceived choice that protects your legacy as visionary leader with a knack for sussing out the solution with the most applicable capabilities with appropriate total costs of ownership? . The answer is absolutely, “YES!” It can be done.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

When it comes to cloud TMS software, there’s no shortage of attractively priced solutions offerings from providers large and small, young and old. Sadly, many shippers aren’t aware of all the potential costs associated with TMS ownership. Everyone loves a bargain.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 27, 2024

To effectively weigh the decision, one must consider the total costs of ownership versus renting—plus a range of other, tangentially related issues. Both options deliver complex Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions. Both data center options have their advantages and disadvantages.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

Category Management Software What is Category Management in Procurement? Using category management software is ideal as it creates visibility and efficient management. To have an efficient supply chain system, category management through efficient supplier management is important to achieving this objective.

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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. Cost savings: Digital procurement systems can help identify opportunities for cost reduction, enabling businesses to optimize their spending.

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

Strategic sourcing: Adopting strategic sourcing practices enables procurement to analyze the entire supply chain and identify cost drivers. By understanding the components and processes that contribute to the final product’s cost, procurement can explore opportunities to optimize and reduce expenses.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

Check out 10 Supply Chain Investment Challenges – Real and Imagined! There are thousands of supply chain technology vendors in the market today, and many companies claim their system is the best-of-the-best. Software May Be Difficult to Modify and Own In-House.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 3, 2022

Procurement eAuctions may be used in a multitude of sectors and domains, including industrial machinery, supply chains and logistical operations, telecommunications, commodities, and business technical support programs. These reductions are substantiated by eAuctions software providers Cimmra. What is Total Cost of Ownership?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

The growing complexity and scale of operations across industries and the need to track, monitor and manage assets, have been driving the evolution of advanced asset management software. KPI dashboards or MRO inventory optimization) and audit trails are also included in CMMS software solutions. What is CMMS and what does it do?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 11, 2023

Or they could license expensive project management software, only to find a fraction of employees were using it. IT cost management is not just a function of cutting costs, it also entails making smarter decisions that can increase revenue and, ultimately, profitability.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we are introducing a new “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. My start in supply chain was a bit unknowing at the time.

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 13, 2016

To get some answers for S&OP practitioners, Niels van Hove founder of Supply Chain Trend, interviewed a group of S&OP leaders. Supply Chain Trend will publish a weekly Q&A with these S&OP leaders. Being early in my supply chain career, I thought this should not be too bad to do.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 14, 2024

  For existing Db2 Warehouse software or Integrated Analytics Appliance (IIAS) appliance customers, applications deployed on-premises can run seamlessly and unchanged in the cloud on AWS, maintaining full workload compatibility. With

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The Network Effect

MAY 6, 2016

With the new solution model, that of a network with extensible solutions, comes the possibility of a new business model that makes software vendor and customer, not adversaries as they often seem to be, but partners. Not only that, the cost of development and maintenance is shared amongst all parties on the network.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 20, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What Supply Chain Management problem does this solve? The biggest problem in the transitional supply chain is lack of open and trustworthy information availability across the supply chain caused by multiple issues – trust, technology and legacy practices being the top ones.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

By proactively addressing these risks, organizations can minimize disruptions and ensure a reliable supply chain. Pricing and Cost Metrics: By comparing pricing across suppliers within a category, organizations can identify potential cost-saving opportunities.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 20, 2024

ready-to-use software applications, virtual machines (VMs) , enterprise-grade infrastructures and development platforms) available to users over the public internet on a pay-per-usage basis. Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) is on-demand access to ready-to-use, cloud-hosted application software.

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