All Things Supply Chain
JULY 18, 2022
Supply chain shortages make securing the goods people need and want tremendously difficult. Sometimes, such issues cause mere annoyances or mean consumers must wait longer for non-essential items.
Procurement Heads
JULY 14, 2022
Hayley Packham, Operations Director at Procurement Heads, said, “We are delighted to be partnering with such a forward-thinking organisation as Kaleida. “Equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded into our DNA and one of our core business pillars. “We firmly believe in equality for all and have pledged to continue attracting a workforce that reflects this, not only for ourselves but for the clients and candidates we engage with.
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ivalua
JULY 14, 2022
Ivalua study finds 97% of procurement leaders see significant disruption in direct materials supply chain; 67% not confident in existing technology; 84% consider modernization a ‘strategic priority’. Redwood City, CA, July 12, 2022 – Manufacturers are working to accelerate digitization initiatives to manage supply chain disruptions in 2022 and beyond, according to an original survey commissioned by Ivalua , a leading global spend management cloud provider.
ProcurePort
JULY 20, 2022
• Strategic sourcing in any organization means the development of a methodology of gathering and using the information in a manner that leverages the purchasing power of an organization to maximize value in procurement. • What this means is that strategic sourcing needs to be well thought out. It needs to be in sync with […]. The post Importance of Strategic Sourcing Skills appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.
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.
RPF360
JULY 14, 2022
Explore how you can cut costs, improve efficiency and reduce risk by initiating an energy procurement project. This guide provides key definitions, a guide on how to write an RFP and more. The post Energy procurement: Definitions, RFP guide and examples appeared first on RFP360.
Procurement Tactics
JULY 21, 2022
33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Success! First Name. Email. Download Free PDF. Or receive our famous weekly newsletter. Procurement Bids — Everything You Should Know. So you are here because you want to know procurement bids? Well, do not worry, you are in the right place. For this article, we will discuss what procurement bids are. We will check why it is important for companies to have a bidding process.
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Procurement Heads
JULY 6, 2022
How did you get into procurement? Like most people, I fell into procurement. I worked for a private international university in London, it was my first job after graduating from the University of Nottingham and I was responsible for looking after the course directory. I would order a lot of books and course materials for the students and that is actually what sparked my interest.
ABC of Procurement
JULY 21, 2022
First the technology, and then COVID-19 forced us into teams and Zoom meetings. Some like it, some hate it. How to get the best of both? The post How to have a good Zoom meeting with suppliers first appeared on ABC of Procurement.
ProcurePort
JULY 6, 2022
• Managing product categories is a critical challenge for procurement professionals. Some of the problems experienced in category management include plenty of work, lack of time, dynamic changes, competitive markets, and technical dependencies. • Whether it’s a strategic issue or an alignment problem, category management is a challenging endeavor. • Just as lean management optimizes […].
RPF360
JULY 21, 2022
Discover tips, advice, and tools that will help you evaluate and select the perfect HRMS for your organization. The post HRIS RFP guide: How to find the right human resources software appeared first on RFP360.
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?
Procurement Tactics
JULY 20, 2022
33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Success! First Name. Email. Download Free PDF. Or receive our famous weekly newsletter. China Sourcing — The Ultimate Guide of 2022. China sourcing is popular with many professionals in the field of procurement. Do you know why? Because it is the country that sells more manufactured goods than any other country!
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 29, 2022
Grain exports from Ukraine may resume ‘within days’ Ukraine has announced that the first set of vessels loaded with grain could be leaving the Black Sea ports in a matter…
Procurement Heads
JULY 4, 2022
1. the appearance of a ghost or secondary image on a television or other display screen. “the display is sharper and less prone to ghosting” 2. the practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication. Don’t ghost…. Whether you’re a candidate, hiring manager, or recruiter… don’t ghost people.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 13, 2022
In recent years, consumers have become increasingly interested in shopping sustainably. With that increasing interest has come a lot of confusion — 64% of Americans are willing to pay more for sustainable products, but 26% don’t know how to identify them.
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
ProcurePort
JULY 28, 2022
• Accounts payable reflect the amounts owed by a company to its creditors or lenders, usually suppliers or vendors of specific products or services. •Accounts payable AP refers to a company’s obligation to its suppliers – its formal documentation warranting payment from the buyer, mostly business in a contractual agreement with a supplier or vendor. […].
RPF360
JULY 7, 2022
You probably write emails all day without giving them a second thought. However, when it comes to sending an RFP invitation email to vendors, it can be intimidating. After all, you need vendors to read your email, check out the request for proposal and then submit a proposal. Ideally, you’ll receive more than three [.]. The post How to write an RFP invitation email to vendors appeared first on RFP360.
The Thomas Blog
JULY 12, 2022
Whether you are just starting with email marketing or you're already sending marketing emails every week, you know that emails are one of the best channels to sell — and smart marketers are always looking for new ways they can build relationships and grow revenue. You might be asking yourself: Should I nurture subscribers with weekly newsletters? Are dedicated sends (standalone emails with one offer) better at optimizing my sales and marketing funnel?
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 7, 2022
Tesla vehicle deliveries plummet after disruption in China Due to the lockdowns in China which caused one of Tesla’s key factories to shut down, the company’s delivery figures have declined…
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Procurement Heads
JULY 27, 2022
How did you get into procurement? I have spent 23 long years in procurement. I graduated back in 1999, joined the Peugeot graduate scheme in Coventry and spent the first few months in the procurement space. I found it a fascinating function to be in and have been there ever since. . I spent several years working in France when I was at Peugeot really learning the pure basics of procurement in the automotive industry buying directs, before moving on back to the UK in FMCG, to Danone, followed by
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 4, 2022
As we appear to be emerging from our worst healthcare crisis in a century, many experts have assumed that people would eagerly return to work. But that is simply not happening. .
ProcurePort
JULY 26, 2022
• Project management refers to the process of applying managerial practices, skills, and knowledge to manage a project from beginning to end. Project managers work with a team of players or personnel to meet project goals. • Project managers further establish project deliverables: deliverables refer to ‘what needs to be accomplished at every stage of […].
RPF360
JULY 28, 2022
Lean procurement means exploring processes to eliminate waste, improve efficiency and accelerate results. Explore how to get started in this blog that includes key definitions, background and an example of how to put lean procurement into action with RFP automation. The post Exploring lean procurement: Meaning, process and example appeared first on RFP360.
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
The Thomas Blog
JULY 26, 2022
Raw material availability is a cornerstone of the U.S. industrial sector, and clearly vital to its growth, and s teel continues to be a top product sourced by buyers. But even with the high demand and longevity in the industry, there are still challenges with running a business — whether it's maintaining relationships, building new ones, or generally trying to build a company that's going to last.
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 11, 2022
So far, 2022 has come with many ups and downs, with uncertainty remaining certain. We’ve seen supply chain shortages, supply chain recoveries, skyrocketing prices and much more.
Procurement Heads
JULY 20, 2022
How do Procurement Heads work? The three types of recruitment that Procurement Heads offer are contingent, exclusive and retained. The difference between those is; contingent is multiple agents, fast service, competitive environment, probably just looking at sending across available candidates. Exclusive means a sole agency with an extended period of exclusivity, and it’s a payment on completion once the person accepts a contract or starts dependent on terms.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 11, 2022
It’s getting complicated for investors in semiconductors, with last year’s big chip shortage morphing into an inventory glut for some companies, and others getting caught up in geopolitics.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
ProcurePort
JULY 21, 2022
• Vendor selection process is a critical part of any enterprise. Vendor selection helps organizations identify, select, and assess potential suppliers for products and services. • So, if you own or manage a company or an organization, the truth is that you’ll have to undergo a vendor selection process. • As a business owner, you’ll […]. The post The 5 Phases of the Vendor Selection Process appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.
ivalua
JULY 27, 2022
The post Ivalua’s Procurement & Supply Chain Summer Reading List appeared first on Ivalua.
Strategic Sourceror
JULY 24, 2022
With GPS now a ubiquitous part of the digital society, the act of navigation or tracking has never been easier. Location-based apps know where you are and (inevitably) what you are doing, but a widely-available vehicle tracker that retails for $20 could cause significant disruption to the supply chain. A recent report by cybersecurity firm BitSight found at least six severe vulnerabilities in the MiCODUS MV720 tracker, with the analyst identifying a number of organizations that utilize the devic
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 15, 2022
Mexico’s beer shortage worsened due to supply and demand problems In recent times, beer makers have struggled to source cans and glass bottles for their products, but now, robust demand…
Advertiser: FourKites
Direct Store Delivery, or DSD, is a common practice among global suppliers and retailers – like PepsiCo, Frito Lay, CVS, and Dollar General – and its popularity is growing, with the global DSD market expected to reach $1.19 trillion by 2027. Download this eBook for exclusive insights into direct store deliveries, challenges, benefits, and future trends.
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