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Demand Suppliers Supply Chain Visibility 
ivalua
DECEMBER 16, 2015
For manufacturers, key functions such as sourcing and supplier management have become more challenging as the result of increasing supply chain complexity. One area that manufacturers need to focus on is improving supply chain visibility. Visibility all the way up the supply chain.
Spend Matters
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
As businesses grow more dependent on geographically dispersed suppliers and partners, the need to manage this complexity becomes critical, especially in light of recent global events that have exposed vulnerabilities in even the most sophisticated supply networks.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 7, 2020
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Toilet Paper Supply Chain! In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic the need for complete, end to end Supply Chain visibility has never been more important! Supply Chain visibility and the Digital Supply Chain has never been more important!
Supply Chain Game Changer
AUGUST 26, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Supply Chain visibility article and permission to publish here provided by Adam Miglio. would demand its implementation. And the limitations in supply chain visibility seem to start right here.
Spend Matters
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
For today’s vendor viewpoint we asked Austin Fuller, Director, Product Marketing at supply chain risk management specialist Exiger Have you witnessed a significant change of appetite for risk-related tech over recent years from your customer base? Supply chain risk is also more complex now.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Visibility – An Overcomplicated Challenge! A recent Deloitte survey estimated only 15% of CPO’s have visibility beyond their tier one suppliers. I found this striking that there is so little multi-tier Supply Chain visibility.
ivalua
MAY 29, 2025
Key Takeaways Procurement and supply chain management serve different functions, but when misaligned, they create costly inefficiencies and delays. Lack of shared data, visibility, and KPIs leads to disconnects, including poor supplier performance tracking and missed savings.
SCMDOJO
MAY 7, 2024
Enhancing supply chain resilience as well as supply chain visibility is crucial in today’s interconnected world. Supply Chain Resilience refers to a supply chain’s ability to withstand and recover from unexpected events.
Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 14, 2013
In recent years, the auto-id technology such as bar code and RFID together with the electronic data transmission are considered the holy grail of supply chain visibility. In this article, we will explore the basic concept and propose ways that you can use to create the better visibility.
Spend Matters
APRIL 10, 2025
The days of relying solely on traditional processes to manage suppliers, contracts and spend are quickly fading. Supply chains are more complex than ever, stakeholder expectations are soaring and the sheer volume of data that procurement teams must sift through is overwhelming. Procurement is at a crossroads.
ivalua
MAY 10, 2025
Enterprise procurement leaders are under more pressure than ever—juggling cost control, compliance, supplier risk, and internal complexity, all while trying to modernize outdated systems. It forms the foundation of digital procurement, enabling better spend visibility, improved compliance, and faster, more efficient operations.
Spend Matters
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Primarily, our customers are prioritising supply chain visibility, adopting proactive risk management strategies and staying compliant with evolving regulations. The demand is growing for systems that streamline risk management but in addition ensure preparedness for audits and evolving security threats.
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Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Building Stronger Relationship s : Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration A chain is only as strong as its weakest link—but what if you can’t evaluate the entire chain? Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.
TYA Suite
MAY 23, 2025
Managing a successful supply chain requires more than just ensuring products are delivered on time its about building strong, effective partnerships with your suppliers. Supplier collaboration is essential for optimizing supply chain performance and achieving long-term business success.
SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 16, 2025
The Role of Agentic AI in Supply Chains Supply chains are dynamic and complex, requiring continuous decision-making across multiple functions, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and demand forecasting. Agentic AI takes this a step further by enabling autonomous supply chain systems.
Spend Matters
JUNE 3, 2025
For many Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), the real message was clear: Volatility is back, and this time, it demands faster, more coordinated and more data-driven responses. Others turn to last-minute supplier switches or price renegotiations. Supplier diversification across geographies to reduce dependency on high-risk sources.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 11, 2025
These disruptions can occur due to decreased consumer demand, supplier instability, or logistical challenges. Consequently, it is imperative to develop a recession-proof supply chain to make them more resilient and adaptable. This makes demand patterns difficult to forecast, particularly for non-essential goods.
SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Improve Demand Forecasting Accuracy For Inventory Life Cycle: Forecasting to improve demand is one of the top-notch ways to understand future demand and predict a better and more accurate result. Demand forecasting also helps improve the inventory life cycle as it helps manage life cycle stock.
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SCMDOJO
JANUARY 29, 2025
Supply chain reports are data-driven documents that provide key metrics and insights into various aspects of your supply chain, including: Inventory Levels Tracking stock levels in real-time to ensure adequate inventory to meet demand while minimizing holding costs.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
However, the top three procurement challenges featured in the Hackett Group report demand immediate attention: slashing spending costs, securing supply chain resilience, and modernizing outdated operating models. Supplier Collaboration: Collaborate with suppliers to explore joint cost-savings initiatives.
Barkers Procurement
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Those working for FMCG businesses will be familiar with this period of high demand, its long hours and the pressures of ever-evolving expectations. On the one hand, supply chain weaknesses are open to risk, and even the smallest challenges are magnified. On the other hand, if teams overestimate demand, money is wasted.
ivalua
JULY 22, 2015
This week’s signs deal with supplier relationships. You Have Imbedded a Cost Management Mindset into Every Supplier Relationship. Strategic Sourcing Requires Collaborative Working Arrangements with Key Suppliers. You Appreciate the Real Impact of a Successful Supplier Diversity Program. alternatives. alternatives.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 11, 2025
With international commerce increasingly digitalized and customer requirements continuing to grow, the demands on supply chain professionals to create frictionless, responsive, and cost-effective operations have never been higher. Looking to learn more about the fundamentals of Supply Chain Visibility?
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
MAY 8, 2023
Supply chain visibility is essential for successful procurement, as it enables businesses to proactively manage risks and optimize their supply chain. By having a clear view of their entire supply chain, businesses can identify potential issues and take steps to mitigate them.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 25, 2021
They may not consider potential issues of integrations, supplier onboarding, supply chain data management, change management and system optimization, all of which add to complexity and costs. Demand planning capabilities. Demand planning is the ability to create forecasts that predict the future need for your products.
ivalua
OCTOBER 18, 2022
In the latest Procurement Leaders Report and Survey , we ask top-performing CPO’s how they’re prioritizing data-enabled supply chain visibility–and the changes that need to be made. By taking steps now to improve supply chain visibility, procurement teams can position their organizations for success in the years to come.
Spend Matters
APRIL 15, 2025
With raw materials, equipment and maintenance making up the bulk of their expenditures, procurement professionals in manufacturing are turning to AI to gain deeper insights and stronger control over their supplier networks. Supply network modeling, now integrating large language models (LLMs), allows for precise tracking and material tracing.
Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 14, 2013
In recent years, the auto-id technology such as bar code and RFID together with the electronic data transmission are considered the holy grail of supply chain visibility. In this article, we will explore the basic concept and propose ways that you can use to create the better visibility.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 7, 2025
Products Before Talks Vietnam Inks Deals to Buy $3 Billion U.S.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
JUNE 30, 2023
Visibility into other key inventory (e.g., safety equipment, parts for trucks, and raw materials for infrastructure), weather events, customer demand levels, and logistics can help prevent disruption in operations, too. However, maintenance inventory optimization is only part of the solution.
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Let's Talk Supply Chain
MARCH 2, 2025
This resolution brings relief to suppliers and stakeholders who were facing disruptions in their operations due to the strike. With the return to normalcy, here are some key supply chain implications to consider: Production Ramp-Up: Boeing can now accelerate production to make up for lost time during the strike period.
Procurement Insights
DECEMBER 3, 2024
STAKEHOLDER (AGENT) 3 What are the main concerns for suppliers meeting ESG specifications? Suppliers face several obstacles in meeting ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) specifications, stemming from resource limitations, regulatory complexities, and operational challenges.
Jaggaer
APRIL 9, 2025
While many manufacturers rely on ERP systems for procurement, these platforms are designed for broad business management rather than the intricate demands of sourcing, supplier collaboration, and cost control in a manufacturing environment.
ivalua
JANUARY 31, 2022
Disruptions in global supply chains, labor market shortages, strong consumer demand. The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers). Building and maintaining supply chain resilience will be critical in a post-Covid-19 world. The annual rate of inflation in the United States hit 6.2%
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Supply Chain Game Changer
OCTOBER 14, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has been nothing short of a Black Swan event for the world economy—namely the many supply chains that power it. Supply chain leaders across every sector have found themselves pivoting in the face of numerous headwinds and consistent downstream demand. Consistent and rising demand.
SCMDOJO
JUNE 14, 2024
The global economy runs on efficient supply chains. But with ever-increasing complexity, skilled professionals are more in demand than ever. The SCMDOJO Supply Chain Track offers a comprehensive supply chain training program to equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel in this dynamic field.
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. Improve Your Supplier Relationships. Reliability.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
So why is it that the Supply Chain in so many companies is being run without the end to end visibility needed to even function, yet which we have in our personal lives? In this age of exponential growth in digital connectivity the time has come to ensure you have End to End Supply Chain visibility.
Procurement Software
JANUARY 26, 2025
Or, maybe youre suffering from Cinderella complex: not bold enough to demand an upgrade to the outdated, clunky, legacy Source-to-Pay suite interfaces that suppliers and stakeholders havent really adopted. But then you blow this by futzing around trying to be a cheapskate and running procurement ops in ERP.
ivalua
JANUARY 24, 2022
Dramatic supply and demand shifts during the pandemic prioritized the need for data accuracy to solve short and long term supply chain challenges. Data builds the bridge between your own internal supply chain visibility and the information you provide to your stakeholders.
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SCMDOJO
AUGUST 16, 2023
The ability to analyze this data enables the retail giant to make informed decisions on product procurement, inventory management, and demand forecasting. Efficient Supply Chain Practices: Automated Distribution Centers and Computerized Inventory Systems Automation is a key component of Walmart’s efficient supply chain practices.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
OCTOBER 3, 2022
SEKO provides complete supply chain solutions, specializing in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing. Powered by their innovative and customizable IT solutions, SEKO provide a seamless flow of information, giving their ever-growing customer base true supply chain visibility.
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SCMDOJO
JUNE 17, 2024
Geopolitical conflicts, like trade wars and sanctions, can quickly disrupt supply chains and make international commercial connections unpredictable. Supplier Reliability and Risk: Dependence on a limited pool of suppliers raises the risk of issues with them, such as erratic cash flow, changing laws, or natural disasters.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 29, 2024
A well-managed supply chain enables businesses to respond swiftly to market demands, mitigate risks, and seize growth opportunities. Key Components of Supply Chain Management To understand supply chain management better, let’s dive into its key components.
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