Spend Matters

MAY 8, 2023

Categories: Conferences , Spend Management Tags: PRO The question of how to manage direct materials can yield polarized answers and requires deeper evaluation than simply evaluating a few narrow use cases. These capabilities further extend Coupa’s existing advanced supply chain capabilities (Supply Chain Planning and Design solution).

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 31, 2021

In this ebook, Dave Nelson, principal at value chain optimization firm River Rock Advisors discusses the use of customer relationship management (CRM) processes and tools to pilot a precision-based, in-depth use of data to forecast demand while giving leaders greater insight into their customer base.

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The Good Spending

APRIL 2, 2023

Where's the procurement planning when you need one? Once, we wrote about demand management in this blog. It's a good enough topic, which misses one crucial element - demand management mastery comes after sophisticated planning. The lion's share of procurement value could be created in the planning stage.

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The Network Effect

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

Who does the Demand Planning group report to?”. The goal of the demand planning process is to create a sales forecast that is as accurate and unbiased as possible. In retail, the process of coming up with a forecast is typically a “joint effort” between the Category Manager and the Supply Chain Planner.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 26, 2020

Featuring Our 10 Best Inventory Management Articles! Inventory Management Best Practices article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Dave Joseph at veridian.info. Deploy Automation to Reduce the Burden of Inventory Management. Build a Tech Stack That Enhances Inventory Management.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

This paper shows how to evaluate and communicate the value of improving the credibility of the demand plan.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Historically, if you asked sourcing leaders to name the one competency they felt they needed their procurement and sourcing teams to master in order to achieve ongoing sourcing and supplier management success, most would likely have said negotiation skills. It requires the building of trust and the development of shared goals.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 4, 2020

Technology companies are entering a new phase of demand planning as the pandemic evolves.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 30, 2022

For a supply chain to run smoothly it needs to be well managed under the right strategy for your business objectives. Below are three building blocks of a well-managed supply chain strategy to help you boost efficiency and lower costs. Demand Planning. Visibility.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 17, 2022

In 2022, key supply chain management trends all lean towards building supply chain resilience. We’ve compiled a round-up of the top six supply chain management trends that we think you should take notice of in 2022. Improving Demand Forecasting and Demand Planning. Supply Chain Digitalization.

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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 15, 2022

The logical approach for supply chain planning is to look for the result and go back as it often begins with demand planning. . Components of Supply Chain Planning . Demand planning. The chance of producing and stocking sufficient inventory improves when you accurately forecast demand for a product. .

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JUNE 4, 2019

The leaders in supply chain management are all focused with intensity on achieving the promise of Supply Chain Digitization. Originally designed to support crypto-currency transactions, the blockchain technology has enormous potential for applications managing supply chain activity.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Inventory allocation has never been easy, but a less clear picture of demand makes forecasting, planning and allocation increasingly complicated. What is demand planning? To complicate inventory management further, previously forecasted demand for in-store sales has been dramatically impacted by the growth of eCommerce.

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ivalua

JULY 27, 2015

That said, I concede that Pierre made some very good points about the confusion created by the traditional upstream/downstream, linear way of thinking about sourcing and supplier management. I’m going with Supplier Value Management. Let’s get busy working on Supplier Value Management.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 30, 2019

In business it is not uncommon to hear the words “Logistics Management” and “Freight Management” thrown around interchangeably. What is Freight Management? Freight management combines logistics experience, human resources and knowledge to ensure a smooth coordination between carriers and shippers.”

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Arkestro

APRIL 23, 2024

Resources / Blog / Embracing AI and Predictive Procurement to Overcome Industry Challenges Embracing AI and Predictive Procurement to Overcome Industry Challenges Today’s procurement teams are faced with a host of challenges: Managing more spend with fewer headcount. Enhancing supplier performance.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Supply chain management is an important aspect of every business because it ensures your business gets the supplies, resources, and materials it needs to fulfill services or deliver products to customers. However, the modern supply chain has become increasingly complex and challenging to manage. Procurement Management.

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Supply Chain Trend

MARCH 20, 2024

In the fast-paced world of supply chain management, the ability to make timely and informed decisions can spell the difference between success and failure. Traditionally, these meetings involve a diverse group of professionals from different functions, each bringing their insights and plans to the table.

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 11, 2024

Since 2017, what has been the biggest challenge you have faced, and how did you overcome it? If there was a 30 Under 30 list in 2024, what advice would you give to the winners?

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Historically, if you asked sourcing leaders to name the one competency they felt they needed their procurement and sourcing teams to master in order to achieve ongoing sourcing and supplier management success, most would likely have said negotiation skills. It requires the building of trust and the development of shared goals.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

While Its primary purpose is to manage the entire process, from procurement to delivery, efficiently and cost-effectively, it also coordinates with production to automate processes and planning, etc. Improved Customer Satisfaction A structured department is better equipped to handle customer demands.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 8, 2024

Lisa is an experienced Supply Chain Executive, with a wealth of experience in global supply chain operations and reverse logistics management. GoFreight is the world’s leading cloud-based freight forwarding management system. 23.51] From demand planning and inventory to AI, the trends to look out for in 2024.

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ivalua

JULY 27, 2015

That said, I concede that Pierre made some very good points about the confusion created by the traditional upstream/downstream, linear way of thinking about sourcing and supplier management. I’m going with Supplier Value Management. Let’s get busy working on Supplier Value Management.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

SCaaS is a technology-driven approach to managing supply chains, offering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for businesses. Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) is a new approach to managing the complex process of getting products from manufacturers to consumers. Let’s delve into this emerging concept.

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Finale Inventory

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Demand planning with inventory management software and data reports. For businesses, it means meticulous planning to get ahead of Q4 in order to navigate the whirlwind of sales, promotions, and elevated customer expectations. Q4 Demand Planning is Crucial Inventory demand planning for Q4 isn’t a casual month-long affair.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

To maximize efficiency, distributors should adhere to the following set of guidelines for evaluating and planning their supply chain with the strategies mentioned below. Distribution Operations Definition Distribution Operations refers to the management and execution of the processes involved in delivering products or services to end users.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 28, 2021

A career in supply chain management is very attractive, especially because now more and more supply businesses are founded. The supply chain industry needs project managers. A supply chain manager is responsible for handling the services or goods that are produced by a manufacturer until they reach the customer or final consumer.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 19, 2022

The supply chain is a significant part of your overall business strategy and inventory management. An effective and efficient supply chain can help your business improve customer satisfaction and money by minimizing wait times for in-demand products. Use Demand Planning. Reliability. Great suppliers are reliable.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 1, 2024

Alex began his career at Target’s Minneapolis headquarters where he built a solid foundation in supply chain management. 21.48] A closer look at RELEX’s demand planning software, and how it’s creating impactful results for clients. 23.46] How RELEX’s fulfilment solution supports and enhances demand planning.

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 27, 2023

From there he moved to Avis Budget Group, where he established a global procurement and supply chain function before becoming General Manager/Managing Director for Avis Budget’s car rental and mobility businesses in Denmark and Sweden, from where he has just returned.

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 27, 2023

From there he moved to Avis Budget Group, where he established a global procurement and supply chain function before becoming General Manager/Managing Director for Avis Budget’s car rental and mobility businesses in Denmark and Sweden, from where he has just returned.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JUNE 23, 2022

The executive component to Sales and Operations Planning is top management’s portion of the overall S&OP process. It is a decision-making activity involving the leader of the business (President, General Manager, COO or Managing Director), his/her staff, a number of middle managers and specialists.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

When I began my career there was no such thing as “Supply Chain Management” Supply Chain was not a title to be found anywhere on any organization chart. So what exactly is the definition of “Supply Chain Management”? This includes product design, planning, execution, monitoring and control.

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Solvoyo

AUGUST 9, 2021

Demand Planning and Pricing Solutions for Category Management Hepsiburada achieved automated forecasting and inventory optimization, supplementing historical sales data with web searches, click rates and conversion. The post Hepsiburada – E-Commerce Retailer appeared first on Solvoyo.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 7, 2023

S & O Planning enables organizations to balance supply and demand, improve production rates, reduce lead times, and enhance customer service levels. Are you struggling to keep your business on track toward achieving its goals, strategy, and plans? Why Implement eS&OP?

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Procurement Tactics

MARCH 27, 2023

SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) SAP APO is a cloud-based software tool that helps its users to plan, execute, optimize, and track their logistic processes on the operational and strategic levels. Thus, it greatly improves the accuracy of the forecast and efficiently executes plans across departments in your company.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JANUARY 16, 2020

Machine Learning for demand planning and efficient transportation routing? Artificial intelligence (AI) and lights out supply chain management? Been reading about Blockchain for the Supply Chain? Chances are, your supply chain logistics operations are not quite ready to embrace these cutting-edge technology-fueled strategies.

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