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Streamlining supply chain management: Strategies for the future

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Integrated supply chain analytics software, such as IBM Planning Analytics , connect complex data sets for more insightful analytics and scenario analysis that can help avoid demand-and-supply mismatches or fulfillment delays.

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Zarrin Lilani on How Women Lead in Supply Chain

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Making this hard dichotomy shift isn’t just about good business ethics either. For more than a decade, Zarrin has dedicated her career to finding smarter and more sustainable supply chain planning approaches and technology solutions. It’s a business investment in an industry that’s anything but predictable. I moved to the U.S.

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The Big Interview with Ana Maria Velica

Procurement Heads

Business ethics are more important than ever, the recent example being the Russian invasion into Ukraine that creates risks for companies to operate in those areas of conflict, and reputational risks.

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Fueling Success: Career in Supply Chain Guide

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Inventory Management & Optimization: Managing inventory as working capital, focusing on demand planning, optimization, safety stock management, and meeting customer service expectations. They are crucial for navigating the multifaceted challenges of the logistics industry.

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The Future of Spend Analysis: Trends to Watch Out For

Empowering CPO

This forecasting capability allows for improved budgeting, demand planning, and inventory management, leading to cost savings and operational efficiency. This transparency not only facilitates effective communication but also ensures accountability and ethical practices throughout the supply chain.

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A Deep Dive into Category Spend Analysis: Maximizing Value in Procurement

Empowering CPO

Compliance and Governance: Analyzing spending data enables organizations to monitor compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and ethical standards. It helps identify opportunities for inventory management, pricing negotiations, and demand planning.