ABC of Procurement
AUGUST 29, 2023
Procurement focuses either at their internal stakeholders or suppliers. But what are the forces that impact the economy, and market? There is a tool for it. The post Porter’s five forces – practical use first appeared on ABC of Procurement.
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
The retailer’s aggressive, ahead-of-schedule inventory reductions represented significant progress toward those goals.
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Spend Matters
AUGUST 29, 2023
Continuing our series of analyst observations on procurement tech market movements, this week we are considering the development of dark web monitoring as a tool in cyber supply chain risk management. “During a recent product demo,” Meena Ibrahim, Spend Matters Research Analyst, recalls, “a supplier intelligence provider mentioned its partnership with a platform that uses the dark web to uncover supply chain risk.
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
The increase, an annual fixture for the company and rival UPS, represents a decline from the 6.9% jump that went into effect this year.
Advertiser: GEP
“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 29, 2023
Peter Schlactus, co-founder and executive director of the Association for Delivery Drivers, explains how independent delivery drivers can retain their status, yet still have access to critical services such as training, certification and insurance.
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
Added fees will apply to FedEx Ground Economy services, high-volume customers shipping more during the holidays and bulky or hard-to-handle packages.
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Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
The grocery chain will shutter centers in Maryland, Virginia and Delaware as it shifts to a localized fulfillment model.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 29, 2023
RWE Offshore U.S. Gulf LLC won a 102,480-acre (41,472-hectare) tract near Lake Charles, Louisiana for $5.6 million after just two rounds of bidding.
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
The department store retailer uses UPS and the U.S. Postal Service but did not specify which deals were adjusted.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 29, 2023
Because Section 702 has prompted the capture of vast amounts of data, there’s a risk of information not intended by the Act being caught up too.
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
Supply Chain Dive
AUGUST 29, 2023
The technology is expected to reduce cross-stocking expenses and increase flexibility, the retailer’s CEO said.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 29, 2023
Almost 30% of the companies that participated in the study (29.1%) said that 20% to 49% of their safety positions were held by women in 2023.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
AUGUST 29, 2023
Gartner research director Sabu Mathai says that companies that make sustainability a core part of their business are 3.7 times less likely to deprioritize it during tough times.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
AUGUST 29, 2023
A superior customer experience (CX) is built on accurate and timely application performance monitoring (APM) metrics. You can’t fine-tune your apps or system to improve CX until you know what the problem is or where the opportunities are. APM solutions typically provide a centralized dashboard to aggregate real-time performance metrics and insights to be analyzed and compared.
Advertiser: GEP
Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
AUGUST 29, 2023
Stay ahead in evolving supply chains by embracing AI. This webinar uncovers AI's transformative potential, empowering you for supply chain resilience and efficiency.
EazyStock
AUGUST 29, 2023
Improving businesses and the environment In today’s fast-paced business landscape, inventory management plays a crucial role in determining a company’s success. Whether a small retailer or a large-scale manufacturer, getting your inventory right can significantly impact your bottom line. While you strive for efficiency and profitability, have you considered the environmental impact of your inventory practices?
Arkestro
AUGUST 29, 2023
Resources / Blog / A Look Inside: Arkestro’s Productivity Boosting Employee Offsite A Look Inside: Arkestro’s Productivity Boosting Employee Offsite Working from home has many upsides. It eliminates a lot of the traditional aspects of going to work in an office, like commuting and dressing in business attire. It can provide more independence, in many cases increase productivity, and allow us to have more flexibility between our work and personal lives.
Procurement Insights
AUGUST 29, 2023
Reading your comment , Edward Murphy reminded me of the following Long View Systems 2019 article excerpt about the world’s largest Caterpillar Inc. dealer Finning : “For Finning, to go beyond the cloud meant we needed to “digitize the dealership.” Specifically, connecting to our customers’ machinery to move from data – to insights – to actions that would translate to maximized customer convenience, lower costs, and free up internal team members to focus their energies on higher value
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
The Procuretech Podcast
AUGUST 29, 2023
In this episode of The Procuretech Podcast, host James Meads talks to David Doyle, the co-founder and CEO of Forestreet. David, coming from a tech background, explains how he identified a problem in the technology market research industry and decided to create an independent platform that utilises data analytics to overcome cognitive constraints. The conversation dives into the genesis of Forestreet and its aim to provide an unbiased perspective for buyers in the procurement space.
Procurement Insights
AUGUST 29, 2023
Many years ago, I wrote about an industry survey – I think it was from McKinsey, which reported that most CFOs do not believe the savings their procurement counterpart claims. An equally concerning percentage expressed the opinion that procurement did not positively impact the company’s bottom line or stock price. Once again, this was in 2008 or 2009.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 29, 2023
Leaders from Teamsters Union #667 said that Tony Rufus died on a dock in front of his co-workers on August 25.
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