IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Supply chain disruptions are caused by a variety of factors, from pandemics, natural disasters and political instability to supplier bankruptcy and IT failures. To mitigate these risks , companies need the resources and technology to develop robust contingency plans.

supply chain software solutions 84

supply chain software solutions Supply chain management Supply chain management Supply Chain Efficiency 84

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 8, 2023

Lead Time Management This technique refers to the time it takes from placing an order to receiving it. Strategies may include negotiating shorter lead times with suppliers or finding alternative suppliers with quicker delivery times. When inventory levels reach the minimum, new orders are placed to replenish the stock.

Inventory 187

Inventory Management Real-time Visibility Inventory control 187

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 30, 2019

To varying degrees, logistics management functions include customer service, sourcing and procurement, production planning and scheduling, packaging, and assembly. What is also notable is that Logistics management has a much broader scope than what we have defined as being associated with Freight Management.

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Logistics Management Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency 72