The Economics and Supply Chain of Your Christmas Tree
All Things Supply Chain
DECEMBER 17, 2017
Few symbols are as representative of the holiday season as a Christmas tree.
All Things Supply Chain
DECEMBER 17, 2017
Few symbols are as representative of the holiday season as a Christmas tree.
Supply Chain Trend
DECEMBER 19, 2017
For those of you who’ve been following supplychaintrend for a while, you know I’ve written many blogs about how mindset improves S&OP and business performance. And maybe more importantly, it can also improve employee well-being. I’m pleased that in collaboration with the leading European Supply Chain Platform – Supply Chain Movement – I developed a checklist to assess if your organisation has an effective mindset.
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Supply Chain Collaborator
DECEMBER 14, 2017
Retail industry shippers have been faced with tough on-time mandates from their customers for some time now. Consider the Walmart-inspired Must Arrive by Dates (MABD) that have been adopted by numerous other non-Benton-based businesses. Following in this tradition, the Wall Street Journal recently reported that increasing numbers of grocers are now levying fines on suppliers whose shipments arrive late costing the grocery industry a reported $75 billion a year!
SupplyShift
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Nothing says the Holidays like gift-laden delivery trucks rushing to fill all of our last minute orders. And with every delivery comes a box, or two, or three, all of which arrive on our doorsteps out of a diverse and complicated paper and packaging supply chain. Many online businesses are working to innovate their packaging solutions to reduce paper waste this time of year, but supply chain data has a big role to play in creating more responsible holidays going forward.
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.
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 15, 2017
As a procurement team, you’re expected to deliver savings. Hence one of your key activities at the beginning of the financial year is to forecast how much you shall achieve. This is where things get both tricky and diverse! In our many years in the procurement industry, we’ve seen several approaches to this. Some procurement leaders devolve the task to the individual team members, a sensible move given they usually have knowledge of the intricate details.
The Network Effect
DECEMBER 20, 2017
Nucleus Research explains control towers and the benefits they bring to your supply chain Nucleus Research has published its Control. The post What Can a Supply Chain Control Tower Do for You? appeared first on The Network Effect.
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Supply Chain Trend
DECEMBER 7, 2017
There is a lot of evidence that S&OP is hard to implement and get right. And when S&OP is implemented it often stalls, doesn’t make enough progress and doesn’t deliver enough value. The reasons are plenty, but one of the core reasons is the lack of senior leadership support. Another reason is that employees just get tired of an overly dogmatic, bureaucratic process and data focused monthly cycle.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2017
Fueled by high consumer confidence and a robust job market, U.S. retail sales in the holiday period rose at their best pace since 2011, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks both online and in-store spending. Sales, excluding automobiles, rose 4.9 percent from Nov. 1 through Christmas Eve, compared with a 3.7-percent gain in the same period last year, according to the Mastercard Inc. unit, which tracks all forms of payment.
SupplyShift
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Nothing says the Holidays like gift-laden delivery trucks rushing to fill all of our last minute orders. And with every delivery comes a box, or two, or three, all of which arrive on our doorsteps out of a diverse and complicated paper and packaging supply chain. Many online businesses are working to innovate their packaging solutions to reduce paper waste this time of year, but supply chain data has a big role to play in creating more responsible holidays going forward.
Solvoyo
DECEMBER 18, 2017
I love a good pizza. I am not a big fan of deep dish Chicago style, or California style with weird ingredients. My favorite pizza is the […]. The post SaaS, Cloud Computing and Pizza Margherita appeared first on Solvoyo.
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
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 14, 2017
Market Dojo recently conducted a study into the barriers of adopting reverse auctions. This research featured results from a range of different procurement professionals and covering a wide variety of topic areas. The infographic presents finding on the categories and aspects of categories that present barriers including: Working Knowledge. Category Suitability.
All Things Supply Chain
DECEMBER 20, 2017
We blinked and 2017 is nearly over.
Supply Chain Trend
DECEMBER 17, 2017
Your company has a strategy. Are you confident it is ready to be deployed and executed? Most likely not, as 60%-90% of strategy implementations fail and only 14% of executives are satisfied with the execution of a strategy. This post introduces a framework to assess your company’s strategy execution readiness, in order to align leaders around how to bridge your strategy to execution gaps.
Supply Chain Opz
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Are you planning to take the PMP exam and looking for best PMP book? We will compare 4 major exam prep and show you which one is the best PMP book to read. Major PMP Books Compared There are at least 3 ways to prepare yourself for PMP exam, namely, online training, on-site training and PMP book. In our opinion, you should consider PMP book first so you can familiarize yourself with terms, method and process.
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.
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 14, 2017
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analysis on big data. Eddie’s background comes from years working at Lenovo, Xchanging, IBM and his experience with numerous blue chip companies. Big Data Analysis – Past, Present and Future.
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 14, 2017
Market Dojo’s latest release brings the ability to share data seamlessly with other solutions via what is known as an API. The first integration has been achieved with Per Angusta on the back of two significant client wins, proving the appetite in the market for best-of-breed integrated solutions versus single-source suites. Per Angusta. We have been partners with Per Angusta for several years and share several customers.
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 14, 2017
When a salesperson starts to work within a company, it is generally accepted they would use a CRM system. Is it mandated? Perhaps not specifically but it is expected and it is needed for forecasting and tracking conversations. When a finance person starts with a company, do they have systems they have to use? Absolutely and again there is more of an expectation then it being mandated.
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 13, 2017
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. Dr Paul Joesbury has experience as a CPO at a number of organisations including Chesapeake Packaging. In this two-part series Paul explores what he believes are the most important areas that a new CPO needs to address. This is the second part of a series discussing how to be an effective CPO by Dr Paul Joesbury.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 13, 2017
In June, I attended the CIPS Gloucester branch event on Modern Slavery, which was presented by the hugely enlightening Andrew Wallis, OBE & CEO of Unseen. Unseen is a charity with the aim of working towards a world without slavery. It was shocking to learn how rife modern slavery is, even in the UK, with an estimated 21 million people worldwide the victims of forced labour.
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 13, 2017
We recently encountered an article on Linkedin by Rémy de Lavergne, a highly experienced procurement professional with a specialism in Logistics. Rémy had clearly put some thought into what made a ‘good’ buyer and went a step further by categorising them by key attributes. We couldn’t resist having a call with Rémy to understand this further, which led to this introductory article on our blog.
Market Dojo
DECEMBER 13, 2017
Market Dojo is currently in the process of developing a “Quick Quotes” tool that will enable users to run efficient RFxs at a highly reduced cost that has very little barriers to adoption for both buyers and suppliers. Currently, eSourcing adoption is generally limited to complex tenders and eAuctions with the majority of small tenders (<£20k) still being carried out through email.
Supply Chain Opz
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Do you know what the best managerial accounting book is? We will show you best managerial accounting book that world's leading MBA programs use. What is Managerial Accounting? Managerial accounting or management accounting is one of the most powerful tools for managers at all levels to control the rising costs. In contrary to financial accounting, which focuses on external reporting, managerial accounting provides you with costing data that help you to make the right decision at the right time.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Supply Chain Opz
DECEMBER 6, 2017
What is business statistics book that doesn't damage your brain? We will present to you the best business statistics book that is practical enough for CEOs. The Importance of Statistical Thinking Statistics has become one of the most important decision-making tools since the 1980s. The statistical thinking was embedded in many business practices such as TQM (total quality management), lean manufacturing and 6 Sigma.
Supply Chain Opz
DECEMBER 6, 2017
What is the best customer service book? We will show you the best customer service book that CEOs and leading customer service gurus want you to read. Why customer service is more important now? When we talk about customer service, people will usually think about the hotel and tourism business or banking business where products are less physically or tangible.
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