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Reducing Inventory Waste Through On-Demand Production

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Companies often overproduce to hedge against demand swings, yet end up with shelves of unused goods. This is where On-Demand Production comes in plat A smarter approach is taking shape. Manufacturers are shifting to on-demand production to align output with real-time demand. But in volatile markets, they often backfire.

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Rise in demand for interim professionals

Procurement Heads

His colleague, Jack Birch , Senior Manager – Interim Recruitment, shares his update on David’s insight and looks at: Why interims are still in demand IR35 – the repeal of the repeal and its impact Where we are currently seeing demand for interim procurement and supply chain professionals Current interim procurement professional day rates.

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Navigating the Future of Demand Forecasting

Supply Chain Brain

If youre looking for insights into the evolving world of demand forecasting, especially in the context of emerging technologies like AI and machine learning, look no further. This report discusses innovations available to companies seeking to integrate these technologies to their advantage.

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The New Procurement Reality: Thriving Amid Policy Shifts, Logistics Gaps & Demand Swings

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Demand latency & the bullwhip effect Over the past six years, we have witnessed a sharp increase in demand latency , defined as the time lag between customer purchase behavior (at the point of sale) and the corresponding signal received by those responsible for replenishment or production. Procurement must adjust accordingly.

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The Current and Future Use of Gen-AI in Supply Chains

From demand forecasting to inventory optimization, risk mitigation to sustainability — AI is set to transform everything. AI isn’t the future. It’s here, now. 30% of businesses have invested in AI. Another 57% will do it in the next 12 months*.

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Is cross-border e-commerce air cargo demand at risk?

Let's Talk Supply Chain

However,as ‍the global air cargo industry faces unprecedented challenges,a‍ critical question emerges: is the‍ booming demand for cross-border e-commerce air cargo at risk? This could result in a decrease in demand for air cargo services as companies look for more cost-effective transportation options.

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Double-Digit Inflation Set to Transform Service Supply Chain Industry – Supply and Demand Chain Executive

Let's Talk Supply Chain

The impending transformation, outlined in a recent report by Supply and Demand Chain Executive, is set to reshape the vrey foundation of ‍how goods and services are sourced, ‍managed, and delivered. Heightened focus on demand forecasting and inventory management. shifts in pricing strategies to maintain profitability.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management.

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Five Best Practices for Balancing Costs, Risks, and Sustainability

In the face of volatile macroeconomic conditions and other complex challenges, supply chain and procurement pros must strike a tough balance between seemingly contradictory demands: boosting performance and sustaining and extending business operations, all while meeting customers’ needs.

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Your Guide to Using Conversational Marketing to Drive Demand Generation

This guide will examine the market forces at play, shifting buyer trends, what conversational marketing is, how to leverage it, and the tactics involved in adopting conversational marketing for a B2B demand generation strategy.

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Digitizing Logistics: Harness the Power of Data in 4 Steps

Entering a new demand gen position in a volatile market is nerve-wracking. In demand generation, data is essential for knowing who you should target and how. Learn how to carry out a data-driven demand gen strategy by: Nailing down your ideal customer profile (ICP). All eyes are on you to make an impact — fast.

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The ABM Benchmark Survey

In a recent survey with Demand Gen Report, we found 59% of experienced practitioners (those with ABM programs more than a year old) indicated their ABM programs are meeting or greatly exceeding their expectations, while only 45% of novices (those with ABM programs less than one year old) could say the same.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

The growing demand among buyers for open marketing platforms that can support “BYOD” (bring your own data). How AI-powered analytics are leading to more intriguing and satisfying customer interactions.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

This report will examine the main investment areas that marketers are prioritizing to enhance their account-based strategies through a focus on: How practitioners are executing and accelerating blended ABM strategies that put self-service buying journeys at the forefront The areas in which AI shows the greatest promise The continued convergence of (..)

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ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running?