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Supply Chain Management Trends 2019

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What are the primary supply chain management trends for 2019? But these additional warehouses and storage facilities need to be cost optimized to really reap the reward of distributed inventory, which puts focus on accurate demand forecasting among other inventory management techniques. Digital Twin.

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Supply Chain Analytics: Benefits, Challenges & Architecture

SCMDOJO

Key Takeaways What is Supply Chain Analytics? What is the Difference Between Supply Chain Analytics and Supply Chain Management? Purpose of Supply Chain Analytics What are some examples of Supply Chain Analytics? It is an essential element of supply chain management.

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Procurement Training Reimagined: SCMDOJO Launches Procurement Track

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Deepen Your Expertise: As you progress, delve into specialized topics like cost optimization, risk management, and supply chain sustainability. Enroll in the SCMDOJO Procurement training today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in supply chain management. Enroll Now!

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The Supply Chain Management Playbook: Your Game Plan for Operational Success

World of Procurement blog

What is Supply Chain Management (SCM) Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the management of the flow of goods, services, information and finances as they move from raw materials to final product, from manufacturer to consumer. The ultimate goal of SCM is to reduce costs while satisfying customer demands.

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What does a Procurement Manager do? Job Description, Skills, and Qualifications

Arkestro

Procurement management isn’t associated with one specific degree, but many majors could prepare someone for the industry, such as business, economics, supply management, or finance. Some procurement managers gain a competitive advantage by earning a master’s degree on top of a bachelor’s degree.

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The Digital Transformation in Logistics: Technologies, Barriers and Predictions!

Supply Chain Game Changer

With supply chain being a goldmine of structured and unstructured data, it seems only natural that the Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence and blockchain are considered the key drivers of Digital Transformation in logistics, supply chain management, warehousing and transportation.

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The $46 Billion Problem Under Our Noses: Why Parcel Shipping is Ridiculously Unoptimized

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Let’s “unpack” the second problem: When a supply chain manager or senior analyst commits to fixing the issue of inefficient packing, they almost never consider the fact that reducing air is only half the battle. .