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Streamlining supply chain management: Strategies for the future

IBM Supply Chain Blog

In today’s complex global business environment, effective supply chain management (SCM) is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. Here’s how companies are using different strategies to address supply chain management and meet their business goals.

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Zarrin Lilani on How Women Lead in Supply Chain

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Zarrin Lilani on How Women Lead in Supply Chain At Let’s Talk Supply Chain, we’re passionate about closing the gender gap to expand innovation through diversity. Making this hard dichotomy shift isn’t just about good business ethics either. Where did your supply chain journey start?

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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

World of Procurement blog

It involves identifying needs, sourcing potential vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, negotiating contracts, selecting suppliers, managing relationships, and meeting obligations. Mitigates risk by selecting reliable suppliers, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring continuity of supply.

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The Future of Spend Analysis: Trends to Watch Out For

Empowering CPO

Stronger supplier relationships lead to better pricing, improved service levels, and a more reliable supply chain. By analyzing data on market trends, demand patterns, and supplier capabilities, organizations can make informed decisions regarding sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and risk management.

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

Empowering CPO

The same holds true for procurement professionals striving to navigate the complexities of expenditure management without proper spend analysis. Supplier Relationship Management: Understanding spending patterns within different categories helps identify the key suppliers and their performance.