Procurement Tactics
FEBRUARY 19, 2023
18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details → Or receive our famous weekly newsletter ChatGPT in Procurement — Revolutionizing the Norm ChatGPT is getting popular not just in procurement but also in various industries as it assists professionals in their everyday work. However, what is it? This article will help you know what ChatGPT is.
RPF360
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
A request for quotation (RFQ) can be a key component in your procurement process. Are you taking advantage of this tool? Explore how the RFQ works, when you should use one and how to write it. This guide also provides examples and templates to help you get started. The post The RFQ: A request for quotation how-to guide with template appeared first on RFP360.
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Procurement Heads
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Whether you’re a small business owner or the HR manager of a large organisation, there are several situations when it makes sense to work with a recruitment agency. James Dobbin , Director of Procurement Heads ’ Financial & Professional Services offering, shares some of the most common reasons for engaging a recruitment agency and the benefits they can bring to your hiring process.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience February 8, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Procurement stepped up to become a crucial driving force for business continuity. The pandemic saw incredible growth in this area and highlighted opportunities for improvement within procurement processes and procedures.
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - Host of “The Storytelling Chronicles: Life, Lessons & Logistics with The Bodacious Cowboy" Podcast, 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,
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 6, 2023
Supply chain visibility has become a make-or-break point for industries and companies worldwide. It is seen as a potential panacea for recent issues and breakdowns.
Art of Procurement
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
The AOP Buyer Power Score is a content offering created in partnership with ProcurementIQ that rates the balance of power. The post Buyer Power Score – Pest Control Services appeared first on Art of Procurement.
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Strategic Sourceror
FEBRUARY 6, 2023
With more Americans buying rechargeable cars — and several automakers expanding their hybrid and all-electric offerings — the automotive industry is turning to the rare earth metals market. These materials, namely lithium, cobalt, nickel and several others, are critical for manufacturing the lithium-ion batteries electric and hybrid cars need.
Procurement Heads
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
For Procurement Heads ‘ latest Big Interview, he spoke with Will Cooke about his career and what Zurich is doing with regard to sustainability in the supply chain. How did you get into procurement? I have always been in procurement right from an internship I did at Lockheed Martin, as part of my time at university and have been in supply chain and commercial roles ever since.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Inflation + Source-to-Pay Strategies: The Cure for the Common Price Hike February 10, 2023 | | Procurement Strategy Mitigating EMEA Inflationary Pressures Through S2P Solutions In the EMEA region, organizations are increasingly facing an uphill battle against inflation – one that can be particularly hazardous when it comes to making procurement decisions.
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
Uber Freight announce plans for electric trucks in California Uber Freight a subsidiary of Uber Technologies announced plans to deploy their electric trucks on select routes in California.
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Art of Procurement
FEBRUARY 9, 2023
The last few years in procurement recruiting have been wild – just like the external conditions procurement professionals have been. The post A Look at the Current State of Procurement Recruiting appeared first on Art of Procurement.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
In recent years, technology advancements such as automation, connectivity, and data analytics have provided opportunities for the supply chain industry to make genuine breakthroughs.
Una
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
EPISODE 102 Insuring Against Cyber Liability and Exposure with Shawn Edgington By Kelly Barner | February 15, 2023 ‘Digital’ must be one of the most commonly used words in business conversations today. Its usage extends far beyond IT to include nearly every internal and external effort. With so many of a company’s assets and activities being conducted via digital platforms, why isn’t cyber security more frequently included in those conversations?
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
There’s still much to be done to enable operators to take full advantage of the immense amounts of data being collected at every moment of the day within distribution centers.
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Shippers and logistics service providers are pressured to match the “Amazon effect” for fast and efficient service across multiple B2C, B2B, and D2C channels. Perfect order delivery - on-time and in-full at the lowest possible cost – is critical. However, recent surveys of supply chain stakeholders reveal that many don't have the technology necessary to achieve it.
Supply Chain Dive
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
The e-commerce giant canceled, closed or delayed 99 facilities in its U.S. fulfillment network, according to a firm tracking the company. Amazon disputed its findings.
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
With the recent technological advancements of the 21st century, cobalt has become a key ingredient of the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries.
Art of Procurement
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
If there were a shortlist of core procurement skills, benchmarking would undoubtedly be on it. And yet, for the ease. The post How to Benchmark Supplier Diversity Performance appeared first on Art of Procurement.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Sustained labor cost advantages in Asia complicates the reshoring equation, but a smart factory that offers worker productivity improvements of three-to-five times that of foreign workers makes it financially viable.
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Una
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
EPISODE 104 Leveraging the Power of a Procurement Task Force with Harold Hendrickx By Kelly Barner | March 1, 2023 With the last few years being as unpredictable as they have been, procurement has experienced a number of mindset shifts – all of which have increased our agility and resilience. In fact, procurement has undergone so many changes that comparisons to the approaches and team models seen in military settings are not out of line.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
The rapid growth of direct-to-consumer (D2C) fulfillment models during COVID-19 has decentralized demand, adding to complexity, cost and volatility. Supply chain visibility isn’t just a catchphrase; it’s an imperative.
Supply Chain Dive
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
The carrier’s retail service unit is ditching what it dubbed “the fastest local shipping option” in large metro areas as the shipping giant looks to reduce costs.
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Germany looks to partner with Japan to Secure Raw Materials The German government wants to increase cooperation with Japan to help secure supplies of raw materials.
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Art of Procurement
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Traditionally, procurement has been measured on their ability to generate savings and bring spend under management. That has led to. The post The Psychological Long Tail of Supply Chain Disruption appeared first on Art of Procurement.
SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Want to streamline your distribution operations? This guide provides you with all the tools you need to make significant positive changes in a few simple steps. Don’t forget to check out our best practices , tools , and a list of helpful supply chain resources on the website! The field of distribution operations is rapidly evolving with the rise of eCommerce, with fierce competition between distributors.
Una
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
EPISODE 101 Maximizing the Value of Strong Supplier Partnerships with Juli Lassow By Kelly Barner | February 8, 2023 After all of the turbulence of the last few years, relationships between procurement and suppliers have reached a place of stability – at least for now. And yet, given their experiences, both groups are re-examining what they want to get from their most strategic partnerships and how to make that possible.
Supply Chain Brain
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
Top automakers including Tesla, General Motors, and Ford are heading out on the mining conference circuit as soaring demand for metals used in electric vehicles ignites a scramble to lock in long-term supplies.
Speaker: Len Pannett - Supply Chain and Operations Transformation Expert | Board Advisor - UK Ministry of Defence | Mentor | Author | Keynote Speaker
With the dark clouds of inflation and uncertainty looming overhead while the pressures of ESG and geopolitical tensions increase, today’s supply chain professionals are facing challenges we have never seen before. What were once traditional supply chains have now transformed to multidimensional networks met with new extremes in customer demands. Supply chain professionals often face the dilemma of balancing cost, resilience, and sustainability.
Supply Chain Dive
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
The president touted domestic manufacturing investments and teased new 'buy American' standards in construction as he pushed to avoid future disruptions.
All Things Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
Amazon to streamline operations after unprofitable year After reporting a $2.7 billion loss in 2022, Amazon is now focusing on streamlining operations in an attempt to recover and boost productivity.
SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
A survey released on Tuesday by Gartner has found that less than one-quarter of supply chain organizations have adopted customer enablement to the extent necessary to truly put the customer first.
Procurement Bulletin
FEBRUARY 12, 2023
Chinese Manufacturing Moving to Mexico In a move that makes sense, many Chinese manufacturers are setting up shop in Mexico. As customers move their business away from China-based suppliers to locations such as India, Vietnam and Mexico, it makes to meet their customers where they’re going for Chinese suppliers. Robots in Retail As AI is taking the world by storm, don’t forget robots are becoming a big part of warehousing, supply chains and retail.
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