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Ivalua Supports the Digitalization of Tchibo’s Indirect Purchasing Process with its Source-to-Contract Solution

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Redwood, CA, 14 November, 2022. Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , today announced that Tchibo, one of the largest coffee roasters in the world, has chosen Ivalua and its partner Capgemini to digitize Source-to-Contract (S2C) for its indirect purchasing of goods and services. Tchibo is one of Germany’s largest international consumer goods and retail companies.

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12 Popular Procurement Trends in 2022 & How To Leverage Them

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Over the last 36 months, the world of procurement has faced challenges like no other. The COVID-19 pandemic and the geo-political instability in Eastern Europe have resulted in production disruptions and price distortions. There are important lessons to be learnt on resilience that will shape procurement trends in the immediate future. Most surveys of procurement […].

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What are the 7 Stages of Procurement

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What are the 7 stages of procurement? These are the 7 important steps in the procurement process: Step 0: Defining the need Step 1: Request to purchase Step 2: Pre- sourcing Step 3: Procurement process. Step 4: Evaluation and contract. Step 5: Contract management. Step 6: Invoice approvals and disputes. Step 7: Record Keeping, review requirements – one off or recurring.

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CXO Panel at COP27 with Unilever, Siemens, Vodafone, Danone, and Sheri Hinish on Sustainable Agriculture + Technology

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Climate policy is good economic policy and a strong foundation for durable, resilient, inclusive economic growth. Sharing this PoV on innovation in private sector in food and agriculture LIVE from COP27. Thank you for sharing esteemed panelists herein and looking forward to continued and collective progress Hanneke Faber, President, Unilever Global Nutrition Henri Bruxelles, Chief.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

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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Pareto Rule & Procurement

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The Pareto principle states that for many outcomes, roughly 80% of consequences come from 20% of causes. Other names for this principle are the 80/20 rule, the law of the vital few, or the principle of factor sparsity. Quite simply the Pareto rule is to concentrate 80% of your spend time and effort in 20% of your suppliers, or if you are able to be even more efficient aim for 90% of your spend in the top 10 suppliers.

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How Supply Chain Partners Can Eliminate Driver App Fatigue

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Professional truck drivers are experiencing app fatigue, the growing exhaustion of too many mobile applications available at their fingertips. .

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Sustainable Supply Chains Must Be AI-Backed

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Companies face the daunting task of trying to track every product, which represents a massive technology challenge that only artificial intelligence and machine learning can remedy. .

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Should You Play Casino Games on Your Smartphone?

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Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 4 Reasons Nvidia Graphics Cards are Ideal for Gamers! Casino games are a lot of fun, but is it worth it to play games on your smartphone? With the convenience of being able to play anywhere, anytime, it’s no wonder that more and more people are playing casino games on their smartphones.

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Watch: The Value of an Open Ecosystem for Freight Data

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John Rattay, chief revenue officer of Redwood Logistics, explains how an integrated and open ecosystem of freight data can help companies cope with the many challenges of today.

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Does the U.S. Need to Reduce Its Dependence on Taiwan for Semiconductors?

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Taiwan accounts for around 65% of global semiconductor supply, and nearly 90% of the smallest and most sophisticated chips.

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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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Logistics Company RPM Launches Business Venture in Mexico

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RPM said it will use its third-party logistics capabilities primarily to cater to original-equipment-manufacturer suppliers and customers, aggregating data across the vehicle life cycle.

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Self-Driving Startup TuSimple Ousts Independent Directors, After CEO

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Hou was removed after the discovery that TuSimple employees spent paid hours working on matters for Hydron Inc., a firm with significant operations in China.

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Adani to Buy Stake in Indian Oiltanking for $129 Million

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Adani Ports’ acquisition of the stake in Indian Oiltanking from Oiltanking India GmbH will boost its oil storage capacity by three times.

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China’s Global Port Investments Give Rise to Security Worries

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Some officials and military analysts say the fears are overblown. But the investments are drawing more scrutiny.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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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Watch: The Need for Flexibility in Warehouse Labor Is Here to Stay

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In the world of warehouse labor, employers and employees alike are seeking flexibility of scheduling and job duties, says Mike Bohnett, vice president of partnerships with Instawork.

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