Procurement Tactics

MAY 2, 2023

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Sustainable Contracts — Embracing Sustainability in Procurement Sustainable contracts allow companies to oblige their suppliers to practice sustainable and ethical practices once they sign them. However, what is it? In this article, we will discuss what sustainable contracts are.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 2, 2023

The introduction of generative AI systems into the public domain exposed people all over the world to new technological possibilities, implications, and even consequences many had yet to consider. Thanks to systems like ChatGPT, just about anyone can now use advanced AI models that are not only capable of detecting patterns, honing data, and making recommendations as earlier versions of AI would, but also moving beyond that to create new content, develop original chat responses, and more.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 2, 2023

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Sustainability in Specifications — Embracing Sustainability Sustainability in specifications allows businesses to ensure that they are following their sustainable requirements to achieve success in sustainability. However, what is it?

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 2, 2023

Demi Obayomi, vice president of Sapphire Ventures, discusses mainstreaming supply chain visibility, the critical role of the customer experience, and the need for comprehensive risk management.

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Advertiser: GEP

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 2, 2023

The logistics company provided distribution management services for the bankrupt retailer.

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Art of Procurement

MAY 2, 2023

“The break in the frame around the new AOP logo represents breaking the status quo, but also thinking outside the. The post [Pod] An AOP Rebrand 8 Years in the Making w/ Philip Ideson and Kelly Barner appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 2, 2023

With demand falling, the delivery giant is pushing to make more efficient use of its flight capacity.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

MAY 2, 2023

Logistics is playing an ever-increasingly important role in streamlining processes and reducing costs, but automation can’t be implemented in a silo says Jeannie Carpenter, Jabil’s senior director of global logistics.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 2, 2023

The EV maker released an estimate of its Scope 3 footprint, while also delving into its efforts to source mineral responsibly.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

MAY 2, 2023

The infographic below shows where sustainability ranks among top procurement objectives. It also presents how sustainability factors into procurement goals and the areas of focus for supplier relationships.

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Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 2, 2023

Mike Kindy joins the company with 34 years of management experience in retail logistics and distribution center operations.

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Procurement Software

MAY 2, 2023

This is the first in a regular series we’ll be doing called ProcureTalk. We’ll be interviewing some of the key figures behind procurement technology companies. Today’s interview is Geraint John. He heads up the resilience lab at Interos , an enterprise risk management software solution. Managing risk in complex supply chains: Geraint John from Interos We’re going to be talking a little bit about supply chain risk and resilience, especially with some of the geopolitical ch

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 2, 2023

The aerospace and defense giant said the delay in parts is hurting build rate growth.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

MAY 2, 2023

To streamline its maintenance parts inventory, the Brazilian oil and gas giant launched a transformation project utilizing SCOR. The result: The avoidance of $786 million in inventory purchases in only 18 months.

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Advertiser: GEP

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

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Procurement Foundry

MAY 2, 2023

What is tail spend? Tail spend in procurement describes infrequent, low-value purchases that can add up significantly over time. These small purchases may include office supplies, maintenance and repair services, travel, and small equipment purchases. The term "tail" refers to the end of a distribution curve with many small transactions.

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Procurement Talk with David Byrne

MAY 2, 2023

Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Amazon Episode show notes “As a consultant I had direct access to the chief executive. As a secondee, to go anywhere near the chief executive wasn’t going to happen.” The procurement consultancy world has its draws, from intense and varied experiences to, … Continued The post Consultancy vs In-House: Making Widespread Impact in Any Procurement Team with Procurement Consultant at Efficio, Daniel Abda – Epis

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Art of Procurement

MAY 2, 2023

“The break in the frame around the new AOP logo represents breaking the status quo, but also thinking outside the. The post [Pod] An AOP Rebrand 8 Years in the Making w/ Philip Ideson and Kelly Barner appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

MAY 2, 2023

If you’re unfamiliar with PPO, you aren’t alone. Here’s how Westfall Technik discovered it and is turning it into a powerful tool to simplify and streamline procurement.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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Supply Chain Dive

MAY 2, 2023

As Helen of Troy sheds inventory, it’s also finding more opportunities to consolidate its distribution footprint.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 2, 2023

The automaker's new supply chain structure will work directly with parts suppliers on development and production in order to control quality and bring down costs.

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The Network Effect

MAY 2, 2023

The post How to Enable Greater Foresight in Supply Chain Management appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 2, 2023

The Institute for Supply Management said its purchasing managers’ index rose from a three-year low of 46.3% in March 2023 to 47.1% in April 2023.

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Advertiser: GEP

The technological landscape is dynamic and changes quickly. And for procurement and supply chain leaders looking to harness the power of technology to navigate complex challenges and an uncertain business environment, keeping up with the latest trends can be its own obstacle. So, what’s on the technological horizon for procurement and supply chain for the year ahead?

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MAY 2, 2023

When Should My Small Business Create a Procurement Function? Tips for small business owners on how to implement a procurement function as your organization scales – and before it’s too late. By Hugo Britt | May 2, 2023 Search If you know anyone who is launching a small business – perhaps a family member or former colleague – you could do them a huge favor by explaining why they need to create a procurement function as early as possible.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 2, 2023

Bipartisan lawmakers are asking the SEC to confirm Shein does not use forced labor from China’s Muslim Uyghur population.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 2, 2023

For years, freight rail workers weren’t allowed to call in sick the morning of their shift.

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