IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

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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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 15, 2022

Supply Chain Planning — The Ultimate Guide of 2022. Supply chain planning helps organizations to meet customer demands efficiently. However, to achieve this, you will need to have effective supply chain planning. . What is Supply Chain Planning? ENROLL NOW.

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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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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Welcome to the fascinating world of supply chain management (SCM)! What Is a Supply Chain? At its most basic, a supply chain is a system consisting of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in moving a product or service from supplier to customer. What Is a Supplier?

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Welcome to the fascinating world of supply chain management (SCM)! What Is a Supply Chain? At its most basic, a supply chain is a system consisting of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in moving a product or service from supplier to customer. What Is a Supplier?

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

The Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) market has experienced significant growth in recent years, with even greater potential ahead. SCaaS is a technology-driven approach to managing supply chains, offering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for businesses. Let’s delve into this emerging concept.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 30, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Importance of a Strong Supply Chain and Logistics Strategy! A supply chain is made up of an interconnected network of suppliers that all function together to deliver products or services to customers efficiently. Demand Planning. Subscribe Here!

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 1, 2024

  Today I’m joined by RELEX Solutions , an innovative tech brand who’s unified supply chain and retail planning platform helps retailers and consumer brands sell more and waste less. Its platform helps companies align and optimize demand, merchandise, supply chain, and operations planning across the end-to-end value chain.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 4, 2023

If you’re in the business world, you’re probably always looking for ways to streamline your supply chain operations. Luckily, supply chain analytics is here to help! But like any new technology, there are hurdles to overcome when implementing supply chain analytics.

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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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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Among these strategies, the role of supply chain capability stands out as a key factor in driving success. A well-optimized supply chain not only ensures efficient delivery and cost-effectiveness but also provides companies with a competitive advantage in the market.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In this blog, explore vital tips paving the way for a prosperous career in supply chain management. Whether you’re a recent graduate or contemplating a career change, uncover key insights for establishing the groundwork of a thriving career in the dynamic world of supply chain. Lucky for you.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 1, 2023

Are you looking to enhance your chances of landing a supply chain role? If you’re eager to avoid these pitfalls and make a lasting impression, join me as I unveil the top 5 supply chain resume mistakes you should steer clear of. Let’s dive in! is showing your flexibility to adapt to roles.

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The Network Effect

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

His name is Ian and he is the VP of Supply Chain at a mid-sized retailer (with vast prior experience at a large retailer). 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. One job or two?”.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 26, 2024

Embarking on a journey to elevate your supply chain career requires a strategic roadmap, and in this blog post, we unveil eleven proven strategies that will act as your compass to success. When I aimed to transition from a demand planner to a supply chain manager, I developed a five-year plan.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 6, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Inventory Forecasting — Everything You Should Know Inventory forecasting allows you to predict when supply chains and consumer demand are going to change. Demand forecasters need to be prepared.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Don’t forget to check out our best practices , tools , and a list of helpful supply chain resources on the website! To maximize efficiency, distributors should adhere to the following set of guidelines for evaluating and planning their supply chain with the strategies mentioned below.

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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. Understand the terms and ideas being put forward by the early adopters of the amazing new digital supply chain technologies being harnessed by today’s leading practitioners. .

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 6, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain Road is Full of Potholes, Construction and Accidents! This Digital Twinning of Supply Chains article focuses on transformative ideation of transport & logistics value chains. The physical supply chain is not easily changeable.

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The Good Spending

AUGUST 16, 2022

Why is supply chain collaboration essential? Once, I was asked what makes the supply chain important to a company. Shadow procurement, supply chain, and logistics have become standard for many companies. The supply chain is the most collaborative function in the business.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 17, 2022

The past few years have seen unprecedented supply chain challenges largely stemming from COVID-19 disruptions. Consequently, companies are becoming more focused on anticipating, reacting to, and planning for the unexpected through their supply chain strategies. Supply Chain Digitalization.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain (SC 4.0) But in the area of Supply Chain, which truly spans the entire operations of most any company, these technologies provide the platform to totally redefine how the work of Supply Chain is conducted every minute of every day.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 11, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What is Supply Chain Management (SCM)? When I started my career the term “Supply Chain” had just been coined. Now as I look back on my career virtually everything I did falls under the banner of Supply Chain management. Subscribe Here!

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Solvoyo

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

In order to turn those insights into actions, delight the customers and ultimately make an impact on the bottom line, companies need smarter and more agile supply chain capabilities. . According to CBInsights research, funding to supply chain & logistics tech continued to rise. Request a Demo.

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Solvoyo

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

In order to turn those insights into actions, delight the customers and ultimately make an impact on the bottom line, companies need smarter and more agile supply chain capabilities. According to CBInsights research, funding to supply chain & logistics tech continued to rise. Request a Demo.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Configured a highly structured and efficient reverse logistics program to supplement demand inventory and reduce sourcing costs. ModusLink immediately tackled the forecasting and demand challenges. by implementing its proven demand planning methodology. The post A Case Study in Reverse Logistics Optimization!

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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”? Interestingly there are many views on how to define Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

Preview In his 2019 Foresight article, Niels van Hove examined eight technological hurdles that must be overcome to enable autonomous or ‘lights out’ supply-chain planning. He reasoned that to support such planning we need to implement a third wave of integrated supply-chain planning software.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 4, 2023

Among them were supply chain disruptions , inflation, and supply scarcity and shortages. The talent shortage in procurement and supply chain is nothing new: it’s been going on for several years now. The Supply Chain Will Continue to Heal. However, it will be a very cautious optimism.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Supply chain collaboration is a hot topic today and no wonder: companies that collaborate effectively across the supply chain have enjoyed dramatic reductions in inventories and costs, together with improvements in speed, service levels, and customer satisfaction. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Making The Right Choices.

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EazyStock

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The extended sales period sees increased pressure on companies to get ahead on their demand planning and ensure they have the necessary inventory. This year, purchasing teams are also facing continued challenges due to global supply chain and logistics pressures, component shortages, and soaring prices for electricity and fuel.

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EazyStock

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The extended Black Week sales period sees increased pressure on companies to get ahead on their demand planning and ensure they have the necessary inventory. Keep track of lead times and increase visibility in the supply chain. How inventory optimization can help you meet Black Friday demand.

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EazyStock

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The extended Black Week sales period sees increased pressure on companies to get ahead on their demand planning and ensure they have the necessary inventory. Keep track of lead times and increase visibility in the supply chain. How inventory optimization can help you meet Black Friday demand.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Check out The Supply Chain Detective ! In Search of Broken Supply Chain Clues! In playing FarmVille I was really just managing a digital Supply Chain! Farmville was a Supply Chain game!!! Farmville had all of the elements of a real Supply Chain. Supply/Demand Planning.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Companies of all sizes have been capturing the value from Global Supply Chain to increase the economies of scale and scope for years. In this article, we will show you tips from worldwide experts that you can use to streamline your global supply chain operations. However, you may wonder what kind of practices really work.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 26, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply chain leaders are continuously looking for ways to improve inventory management, and the role of technology in the supply chain offers significant advantages. Supply chain leaders need to recognize the relationship between sales and inventory.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 7, 2023

When it comes to procurement, S & O Planning plays a critical role in ensuring that the right products are available at the right time, in the right quantities, and at the right cost. NLPA Learning also includes learning resources, including live and on-demand webinars, and reports, articles, white papers, and more!

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