Procurement Tactics

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Financial Supply Chain — The Ultimate Guide of 2023. Supply chain collaboration is definitely new to many newcomers in the supply chain industry. It may be an overused term in the supply chain but still confuses a lot of people. . Defining Supply Chain Collaboration.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2022

In the current era, it is clear that new modes of production are concomitant with new modes of distribution, which advances the field of logistics, the science of physical distribution or even supply chain management. Reminder of Key Definitions – Logistics & Supply Chain Management. and J-P Rodrigue (2004)).

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 20, 2025

In the intricate ‍web of global trade, ‍navigating through tariffs and supply chain compliance can feel ‍like threading a needle in a storm. However, understanding the crucial role of supply ‍chain and compliance in tariffs can serve as a guiding light in this complex terrain.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In the realm of efficient procurement management, understanding the various types of procurement reports becomes paramount. From the Purchase Order (PO) Status Report to the RFQ Performance Report, each report is dissected to provide a clear definition and a deeper understanding of its significance.

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Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 16, 2025

We then provide a full audit checklist, split into process definition, process resources, process execution, process monitoring and process improvement, with a findings summary covering non-conformance, corrective action, preventive action and opportunity for improvement (OFI). As a result, teams achieve greater productivity and efficiency.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

To make things simpler, having a clear lead time definition helps in making sure orders are fulfilled on time and customers are satisfied. With this in mind, we will explore in this blog the definition of Lead Time, its impact, and how mastering it can be your competitive advantage. Each type of lead time can impact the global process.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 24, 2025

In the intricate dance of the global electronics supply chain, a disruptive force has emerged, sending ripples of chaos through its intricate web of interconnected components. Welcome ‍to the frontline of change in the world of electronics supply chains.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

Thus, in the current era, machines improve human efficiency by performing repetitive functions. A smart factory is characterized by adaptability, resource efficiency, optimized ergonomics and the integration of customers, suppliers and business partners in business and value processes.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This blog explains The Key MRP Metrics in Supply Chain whcih every supply chain professional in Manufacturing or Distribution Businesses. Supply chain professionals will be familiar with the term Material Requirements Planning (MRP).

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By selecting and developing the right suppliers and establishing streamlined, transparent communication with them, manufacturers gain the agility and resilience to respond to customer demands, rise to the top, and navigate disruptions more easily. Decision-makers must plan supply chain resilience strategies for a wide range of risk scenarios.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain Road is Full of Potholes, Construction and Accidents! Digital Supply Chain predictions article and permission to publish here provided by Michael Gaughan at land-link.com. Digital Supply Chain Predictions. Subscribe Here!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Regardless, one of the functions that plays a preeminent role in terms of influencing time to market is Supply Chain. Here we discuss the many ways that Supply Chain can help, or hurt, your time to market performance. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Additionally, when you need to oversee a considerable number of Stock Keeping Units (SKUs), it is like a nightmare without an efficient tool. This article will walk you through the basic understanding of the warehouse management system (WMS), its features, how and where it fits with the supply chain, and different WMS systems.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2024

Nowadays, logistics landscapes and supply chain management are witnessing a breakthrough innovation: the automation of robots in warehouse operations. Global Supply Chain Complexities: Nowadays, global supply chains have been subjected to a heightened need for dynamism, responsiveness, and online visibility.

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Pipefy

MARCH 6, 2023

Supply chain interruptions, worker shortages, and rising inflation costs that emerged with the pandemic have forever changed the economic landscape. By pivoting the focus to operational efficiency, these companies survived — and some even thrived — in severe market downturns.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 8, 2025

MODEL #2 An agent-based model within a metaprise framework outperforms traditional equation-based intake and orchestration models in procurement because it better addresses the complexity, unpredictability, and multi-stakeholder nature of modern supply chains. Focused on efficiency, not innovation; maintains status quo.

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Procurement Heads

DECEMBER 7, 2022

So, while we’re definitely seeing a shift just like any other technical or digital trend, there is a place for both cash and digital payments and it’s important to facilitate both. It is an interesting question because maybe they change over the course of a career, but I would say accountability and ownership are definitely really important.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

In today’s fast-paced business world, optimizing your supply chain is essential for staying competitive and efficient. With the right supply chain tools at your disposal, you can streamline operations, boost productivity, and save valuable time.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Warehouse automation is an increasingly popular way to maximize efficiency and accuracy in warehouse operations. For a warehouse to work efficiently and profitably, many vital tasks need attention, and the Warehouse Management System (WMS) is one of them. You can identify these issues in detail by conducting a warehouse audit.

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Strategic Sourceror

JUNE 30, 2022

Unfortunately, in supply chain matters, we have to deal with some of the planet's biggest polluters by the definition of our jobs. While having no net emissions is a long way off yet, it's not too late to start considering making adjustments in your own supply chain. We all want to make the world a greener place.

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Procurement Leaders

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

While procurement teams have been widely credited for helping mitigate the impact of labour shortages in the supply chain during the pandemic, the function itself has not been immune from the evolution of the labour market and the increasingly fraught competition for talent. Data: a powerful weapon.

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Procurement Tactics

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The Definition of Sustainable Manufacturing. Also, they should use the measured progress as a baseline to make a clear market narrative around the positive impacts they are driving all while improving transparency. . Once you are done reading this article, you will have an in-depth knowledge of what sustainable manufacturing is.

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Procurement Heads

JUNE 20, 2023

I have been a supply chain professional for 37 years, quite precisely! I have been fortunate enough to realise there is far more that is similar to supply chain in all these industries than is different. It is making sure we do everything we can do to support the security within our supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain (SC 4.0) But in the area of Supply Chain, which truly spans the entire operations of most any company, these technologies provide the platform to totally redefine how the work of Supply Chain is conducted every minute of every day.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 29, 2024

In no order of preference, today let’s hear from Justin Dillon, CEO of supply chain risk management solution provider, FRDM , one of Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch. For over ten years countries have quietly passed supply chain regulations prohibiting forced and child labor. There is no escaping that fact.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 4, 2025

Here is a real-life case example: The Hershey Company has engaged with several ProcureTech solution providers to enhance its procurement and supply chain operations: SAP S/4HANA :Hershey selected SAP S/4HANA as its digital backbone to integrate various functions, including procurement and product lifecycle management.

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Supply Chain Trend

MAY 17, 2022

Preview – Most IBP cycles around the world are based on a 20-year-old process definition supported by 20-year-old planning concepts. In this blog : a new role for supply chain planners. The new evolutionary challenge for IBP, and more specific for supply chain leaders, is to close the traditional IBP decision gaps.

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Procurement Insights

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

” In this live webinar, Rod Sherkin will describe three Procurement Practices that will drive down purchase costs; strengthen your supply chain; and advance your career by quantifying the value you create.

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Procurement Heads

JULY 6, 2022

It would definitely be my parents, my dad in particular, who has now retired but was a Detective Chief Inspector for Scotland Yard has always had such a great work ethic and has faced a lot of challenges, especially when it came to race. ’ This is a group dedicated to black women working in procurement and supply chain.

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Procurement Insights

MARCH 23, 2025

“ The Forgotten Three A successful ProcureTech implementation can significantly influence product quality, supplier delivery performance, and full-time equivalents (FTEs) in indirect procurement by enhancing efficiency, visibility, and collaboration across the supply chain. MRO vs. Office Supplies).

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Finale Inventory

JUNE 21, 2024

This article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of raw materials, including their definitions, formulas, types, and importance in the ecommerce industry. Raw materials play a fundamental role in the supply chain of ecommerce businesses. They indicate how effectively raw materials are being utilized and replenished.

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Finale Inventory

JUNE 21, 2024

This article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of raw materials, including their definitions, formulas, types, and importance in the ecommerce industry. Raw materials play a fundamental role in the supply chain of ecommerce businesses. They indicate how effectively raw materials are being utilized and replenished.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS)! An Outlook for Supply Chain article and permission to publish here provided by Joe Gregson. Do you ever question your knowledge of what is going on in Supply Chain? A highly outsourced and autonomous Supply Chain.

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Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

For Procurement Heads ’ latest CPO Spotlight, Magdalena spoke with Rupert Gaster about why she chose to complement her procurement career with end-to-end supply chain roles and what drives her curiosity. It is rare to see senior procurement leaders with such a variety of end-to-end supply chain experiences.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

It plays around with the Law of Supply and Demand and is the backbone of Global Trade. Its definition, history, how it affects economies, and how it evolved. Commodity Trading is also a vital aspect of the Global Economy; Providing price discovery, risk management, and efficient resource allocation. What are Commodities?

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Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Lets start with a few definitions. The case for procurements digital transformation As mentioned, the relationship between digital enablement and procurement performance (efficiency, effectiveness, innovation) is clear. Digital transformation: What does it even mean?

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Finale Inventory

JULY 11, 2024

We will examine their definitions, provide practical examples, and discuss their significance in modern business operations. They are designed to facilitate decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and improve communication. TPS are critical for maintaining data integrity and managing financial transactions effectively.

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