Mon.Jun 20, 2022

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How to Minimize Disruptions in the Supply Chain When Upgrading Technology

All Things Supply Chain

Technology upgrades can provide various benefits and may be necessary to stay ahead of the competition. However, new systems and tools can also disrupt daily operations.

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World Procurement Congress & Awards 2022 – back with a bang!

Procurement Leaders

The power of real-life connection is very hard to beat. As I reflect on a few days onsite, there is one word that comes to mind: celebration , with figurative and literal fireworks all round. We are quickly becoming familiar with a landscape of political, economic, social and climate unrest, plus unpredictable global events. Our world is tumultuous to put it mildly, so challenging the status quo can seem scary.

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CVs…The Good, The Bad and the Ugly

Procurement Heads

But, don’t allow the high number of vacancies to let you get lazy with your CV. Bearing in mind that most people review CVs in less than 10 seconds, it’s important you make yours stand out. So – and, using a dubiously tenuous link to Sergio Leone’s classic – I asked the Recruiters at Heads Resourcing Group to share the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to crafting a CV.

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Can NFTs Be an Effective Tool for Supply Chain Visibility?

Supply Chain Brain

To date, the stampede for non-fungible tokens has largely centered on the “ownership” of images, works of art and similar kinds of digital files. So what does this latest manifestation of the virtual universe have to do with the everyday reality of supply chain management?

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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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World Procurement Awards 2022 – All Winners

Procurement Leaders

World Procurement Awards 2022 winners revealed! Read about the teams and initiatives driving procurement excellence globally.

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Companies Are Rethinking Their Supplier Networks After Covid

Supply Chain Brain

The pandemic has changed the nature of global supply chains with companies seeking to source goods from multiple places in order to minimize shipment and production disruptions.

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State of Logistics: Inventory Low, Costs High, But Sector Changes to Speed Recovery

Supply Chain Brain

U.S. business inventories dropped to near historic lows in 2021 while the costs associated with storing, transporting and financing goods rose considerably. But the logistics sector has begun to enable positive changes, according to a new report.

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Everything you Need to Know About Procurement from a Trip to 7-Eleven

Procurement Foundry

Did you know you can learn everything you need to know about procurement from a simple trip to 7-Eleven? Case in point: A few weeks ago, while I was getting gas at my local 7-Eleven, I noticed an ad for a hot dog combo deal posted on the pump. It got me thinking about the similarities between procurement and this convenience store. I even posted about these parallels on LinkedIn.

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Watch: How Can You Put Suppliers at the Core of Your Business?

Supply Chain Brain

Christian Schuh, senior partner and managing director of Boston Consulting Group, emphasizes the importance of knowing, and working closely with, one’s major suppliers in a multi-tier manufacturing supply chain.

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Scottish Government Circular Economy Proposal for Legislation

Value Match

Categories. Best Practice Guides. Bid Management. Business. Case Study. Circular Economy. Community Story. Contract for Change. Environment and Climate. Equality and Inclusion. Government Buying Standards. House of Commons Committee of Public Accounts. Human Rights and Modern Slavery. Legislation. National Audit Office Reports. News. Procurement Best Practice.

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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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Part One: Network Optimization and Digital Twinning

Supply Chain Brain

Leading companies are adopting new strategies to prepare for the impacts of the next inevitable disruption. Part one of series: Creating Resilient Supply Chains Through IT Innovation.

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Procurement Experts on CPO Rising — Moving Procurement into the Spotlight

CPO Rising

Our “Procurement Experts on CPO Rising” series continues today with an excerpt from my 2021 episode of the Procurement Rising Podcast – Tom Cassidy, CPO at Bayada (click to listen to the full interview). Note that this excerpt has been edited for readability. Andrew Bartolini: Let’s talk more specifically about home healthcare, which is a highly competitive industry. […].

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Connect With SupplyChainBrain at NRF Supply Chain 360

Supply Chain Brain

Join SupplyChainBrain this week at the National Retail Federation’s NRF Supply Chain 360 conference — here’s where you can find us and follow along.

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Event Preview: IA Week Chicago 2022

All Things Supply Chain

In the last two years, the capabilities, purpose and future of Intelligent Automation have changed.

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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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Assumptions: Good Questions Lead To Good Assumptions

Supply Chain Brain

Assumptions are central to demand planning, but not all assumptions are created equal.

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Retailers Need 'Frenemy' Delivery Networks, American Eagle CSCO Says

Supply Chain Brain

There’s a growing consumer appetite for delivery consolidation.