Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 9, 2025

Capability 1: Demand Forecasting and Planning Accurate demand forecasting allows a business to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve its overall customer satisfaction. It means theres always the correct amount of stock available to meet customer demands, without the risk of overstocking.

supply chain budgeting 52

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Collaboration across Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and beyond requires visibility and communication regarding capacity, cost, risk, order quantities, inventory levels, quality , timelines, logistics, and more. Multi-tier supply chain analytics and predictive analytics help mitigate supplier risks and strengthen your supply chain.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Supply Chain Efficiency Suppliers Real-time Visibility 52

Arkestro

DECEMBER 26, 2024

To get ahead of risks, procurement leaders are expected to put heavier reliance on advanced AI-driven analytics to better analyze supplier data, market trends, regulatory and compliance requirements, and internal processes. To mitigate these risks, procurement leaders will need to embrace new, predictive , and prescriptive technologies.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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Jaggaer

APRIL 16, 2025

These could be service requests, inquiries, demand planning, or purchase needs. On the demand side, there is pressure to do more with less. Intake AI refers to the use of artificial intelligence to capture, understand, and classify incoming requests or needs, whether from users, systems, or documents.

Procurement 52

Procurement Demand Planning Data interpretation Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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. .

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Supply chain Supply 130

Spend Matters

AUGUST 15, 2024

The increased willingness to implement the best tools and rapidly test solutions has led to more user-friendly applications, reducing dependency on highly technical admins and mitigating IT-related risks in supply chains. Recent supply disruptions have highlighted the importance of taking measured risks and avoiding unnecessary delays.

supply chain software solutions 123

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Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2025

It requires coordinating demand forecasts, inventory management, and production scheduling to ensure timely product delivery in line with customer expectations. Transportation and Logistics Supply chain logistics are top of the agenda for many organizations, with transportation becoming a major challenge.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Your organization has to be more vigilant than ever regarding security to avoid risks like data loss or theft, underscoring the role of IT. Demand Planning. Demand planning involves finding where you’ll get your items, how much you need to order, and when to call them. Key Takeaway.

supply chain budgeting 115

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Vendor Dynamics: Indicates the complexity and potential risks/opportunities in your supplier base. A very low number for critical items might indicate high supply risk. It informs supplier base management strategy and risk assessment. Internal warehouse or planning problems? Action: Investigate root causes.

Supply Chain KPIs 57

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 8, 2023

Safety Stock This refers to the extra inventory held to mitigate the risk of stockouts due to uncertainties in demand, supply, or lead times. By accurately tracking inventory levels and analyzing demand patterns, companies can avoid stockouts, fulfill orders swiftly, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Inventory 187

Inventory Management Real-time Visibility Inventory control 187

Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

SCM encompasses the integrated planning and execution of processes required to optimize the flow of materials, information, and capital in functions that broadly include demand planning, sourcing, production, inventory management and logistics. AI-powered risk management platforms can predict disruptions (e.g.,

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2024

The curriculum takes you on a deep dive through the entire supply chain lifecycle, equipping you with a thorough understanding of: Supply Chain Fundamentals: Master the core concepts and processes that drive successful supply chains, including demand planning, forecasting, and network design.

Supply Chain Optimization 105

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Real-time Visibility 105

Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

IBP requires cross functional alignment to eliminate silos, to achieve accountability for delivering strategic, financial and operational outcomes, and to enable scenario planning that provides forward visibility into the consequences and risks of decisions (Sorensen, 2020).

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

In Greg’s last blog post , he discussed three areas where supplier collaboration is creating value for the manufacturer from product design through demand planning: innovating, costing, and planning. It requires the building of trust and the development of shared goals. But collaboration is not reserved for suppliers.

Collaboration 100

Collaboration Sourcing Suppliers Management 100

SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

A well-managed supply chain enables businesses to respond swiftly to market demands, mitigate risks, and seize growth opportunities. Demand Planning: Demand planning involves forecasting customer demand based on historical data, market trends, and other relevant factors.

Supply chain management 98

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

By optimizing inventory through data-driven decision-making, businesses can reduce the risk of stockouts and excess inventory and improve their ability to respond to changes in customer demand and market trends. Various supply chain forecasting software can be used to predict future demand weeks to months in advance.

Strategy 119

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 6, 2023

Thus, you will be able to predict your supply chain which will help you meet your customers’ demands. Inventory forecasting, also known as demand planning or demand forecasting, is a market research technique that accurately predicts future inventory needs. What is Inventory Forecasting? Inventory Forecasting Software 1.

Inventory 170

Inventory Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency 170

Spend Matters

MAY 8, 2023

The intention is that by creating a user-centric collaboration layer between buyers and suppliers on top of the Coupa platform and infrastructure, the solution will streamline and enhance collaboration while decreasing operational business risks. As is the usual case for Coupa, the product was co-innovated closely with large global customers.

Spend management 103

Spend management Management Real-time Visibility Collaboration 103

Procurement Heads

AUGUST 11, 2022

What do you think the biggest problems and risks are facing procurement moving forward? For me, when I think about supply chain risks, some of them are already real issues. The risk of climate change requires changes in pollution prevention and also a reduction in the carbon footprint.

supply chain budgeting 130

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 27, 2023

The immediate priority was to balance supply with demand, including using procurement and supply chain skills to identify and quickly form relationships with some new suppliers who did have stock and availability, which was made even more difficult by the travel restrictions which meant that much of this needed to happen virtually.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply chain Stakeholder engagement 130

Procurement Heads

APRIL 27, 2023

The immediate priority was to balance supply with demand, including using procurement and supply chain skills to identify and quickly form relationships with some new suppliers who did have stock and availability, which was made even more difficult by the travel restrictions which meant that much of this needed to happen virtually.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply chain Stakeholder engagement 130

Una

AUGUST 2, 2022

Benefits include cost savings, risk reduction, efficiency gains, transparency, agility, customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and much more. Not afraid to take a risk, they benefit from first-mover advantage if successful. Technology trends in procurement. Human patterns of migration never happen all at once. Self-service.

Procurement 98

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting 98

Supply Chain Collaborator

JUNE 4, 2019

You won’t have as much time to get up to speed (no pun) or you risk being left behind. Demand Planning – Using forecasts and data captured via prior business experiences to estimate demand for various items at various points in the supply chain. Fact is, you NEED to know.

Supply chain management 74

Supply chain management Supply chain management supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency 74

SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

Improved Customer Satisfaction A structured department is better equipped to handle customer demands. Risk Management The department can proactively identify and address potential risks in the supply chain, such as material shortages, natural disasters, or political instability.

Supply Chain Optimization 97

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 97

Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 23, 2019

If you’re not pursuing supply chain digitization, you run the risk of being left behind! However, if you’re not thinking about harnessing that data to act – strategically – you risk fully realizing the promise of automation and data-driven management. The data is the lifeblood of digitization and these siloes are ripe for convergence.

Supply Chain Efficiency 68

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Comprehensive Services: Offers a broader range of services, including market research, logistics coordination, and risk mitigation. Know More About Eric: Eric is a dedicated professional with a focus on sourcing, cost optimization, project management, design optimization, and risk control.

Sourcing 99

Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain 99

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 28, 2020

If you truly have a duplicate Supply Chain in operation you do have a level of established redundancy which should lower your risk of supply disruption. It reduces risk and preserves a greater chance of ongoing continuity of supply. Parallel Supply Chain Advantages. It is not foolproof but it is a strong hedge against future problems.

Supply chain 100

Supply chain Strategy Supply Distribution channels 100

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JUNE 23, 2022

Link strategic planning with day-to-day sales and operational activities. Act as a forum for disciplined discussion around setting policy, strategy, risk and budget changes. It is a multi-step process involving demand planning, supply planning, middle and top management meetings resulting in decision-making and authorization.

Demand Planning 52

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

To mitigate these risks , companies need the resources and technology to develop robust contingency plans. Fewer disruptions : A healthy supply chain mitigates risks and protects against inevitable disruption. Because finding the right suppliers can be challenging, some businesses turn to technology to help.

supply chain software solutions 81

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Arkestro

JANUARY 4, 2023

Reducing supplier risk. Any procurement team without the SKU-level predictive data foundation to trigger a real-time prioritized list of cost reduction opportunities risks missing out on a substantial value creation opportunity.”. scenario-driven demand plans. Ensuring continuity of supply. Reducing spend.

Supply Chain Optimization 104

Supply Chain Optimization Procurement team Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency 104

Una

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

What are the risks involved in making these changes? Procurement can play an integral part through better demand planning (enabled through spend analytics) and by reducing duplicate orders and maverick spend. Take a deep dive into your end-to-end procurement process to seek out waste and inefficiencies.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Procurement Procurement strategies 98

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 7, 2023

The executive component of S&OP is the eS&OP, where top management, middle managers, and specialists meet to balance supply and demand, align operational and financial planning, connect strategic planning with day-to-day sales and operations, and establish policy, strategy, risk, and budget changes via a disciplined discussion.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

percentage of second-tier suppliers who follow a certain risk management or IT standard”). In addition the growing importance of local information about environmental risk, such as water shortages faced by business or employment conditions, can be critical in supply chain decision making. These are three examples: Rule 3.1:

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 109

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 109

Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

And companies that fail to recognize a candidate’s market are adding risk to their hiring process. Supply Chain hiring is robust across the industry, and candidates of all stripes are in high demand. But for our money, these are a few of the particularly hot areas: Demand Planning. How do you adapt? Process improvement.

Supply Chain Efficiency 71

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply Demand Planning 71

SCMDOJO

APRIL 4, 2023

These analytics can also help identify known risks and predict future risks by spotting patterns and trends throughout the supply chain, increasing planning accuracy, and better predicting future demand. This can help improve overall efficiency and reduce the risk of disruptions.

Supply Chain Analytics 111

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

The global Inventory management business processes that we focussed on made phenomenal improvements: Supply/Demand Planning. The gap in our ERP planning between demand and supply was reduced by 85%, resulting in a significant reduction in over ordering. The risk of getting caught with aged inventory was enormous.

Inventory 90

Inventory Raw materials Supply Chain Optimization Demand 90

Finale Inventory

JULY 15, 2024

Efficient inventory management ensures that customers receive their orders on time and minimizes the risk of lost sales due to inventory issues. Secondly, effective inventory management involves forecasting and demand planning. This feature eliminates the need for manual data entry, saving time and reducing the risk of errors.

Inventory 52

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