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All Things Supply Chain
JULY 30, 2019
If someone had asked me just over a year ago which industries I would consider working in, the supply chain industry wouldn’t have even made it to the bottom of…
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 30, 2019
If someone had asked me just over a year ago which industries I would consider working in, the supply chain industry wouldn’t have even made it to the bottom of…
ProcurePort
JULY 30, 2019
With the advent of cloud-hosted and software-as-a-service (SaaS), high-tech e-Procurement solutions are more accessible than ever. Though every procurement team’s priority is managing spend, not every business unit has the advantage of data-rich and transparent spend analysis software to make it easy. How exactly does technology help? To put it simply, spend analysis is your […].
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ivalua
JULY 3, 2019
Ivalua is the Gold partner of the Procurement Strategy Summit that will take place in Dubai from 16 to 17 October 2019. Key topics will be discussed in this year’s edition : How to handle the journey towards digital procurement ? How to find the balance between cost & quality ? How to leverage the talent management of procurement professionals ?
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 23, 2019
Global supply chains are becoming increasingly complex, as businesses juggle multinational suppliers and service providers, constantly shifting regulations, and more informed consumers demanding increased responsiveness and sustainability.
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.
Supply Chain Collaborator
JULY 26, 2019
TMS users in transportation logistics organizations are sitting atop a gold mine of actionable data captured by their TMS solutions. The shrewd operators are leveraging these data to support predictive analyses with the goal of achieving more accurate planning and execution of logistics as product moves through their supply chain. Here are four ways smart TMS users can harness the power of their data for predictive analytics.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 31, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! Article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Sam White at argentus.com. A while ago, we blogged about how more Startups are looking to Supply Chain Management to boost their productivity as they scale.
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ProcurePort
JULY 19, 2019
Managing spend has never been easy. In the days of paper-based procurement, tracking and evaluating spend was a labor-intensive process. Despite the antiquated ways of the past, Digitalist Magazine reports procurement executives are overly hesitant when it comes to embracing new technologies such as spend management software. Though more than half of global Chief Procurement […].
ivalua
JULY 15, 2019
The post The Path to Greatness: Driving a Successful Transformation Across Global Procurement and Supply Chain with Chassis Brakes International appeared first on Ivalua.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 30, 2019
IoT-enhanced supply chains are driven by three improved capabilities that come from integrating objects and devices into a multi-connected network.
Supply Chain Trend
JULY 18, 2019
If you operate in the supply chain or the planning world, it is hard to not come across terminology like supply chain planning 4.0, ‘light touch’ planning or ‘lights out’ planning. They all rate high in the hype cycle and for good reasons. A lot of technology progress has been made in recent years, and progress continuous at near exponential speed. Autonomous vehicles are driving around everywhere, so why should we not have the ambition to achieve autonomous supply chain planning?
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?
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 30, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What’s the Difference Between Logistics and Distribution? In business it is not uncommon to hear the words “Logistics Management” and “Freight Management” thrown around interchangeably. “Logistics” and “Freight” both conjure up imagery associated with the movement and transportation of goods whether by truck, car, rail, ocean liner or any other form of transportation.
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 25, 2019
Lyft makes data public to support the development of self-driving vehicles “Autonomous vehicles are expected to dramatically redefine the future of transportation”, but right now a future where autonomous vehicles…
ProcurePort
JULY 18, 2019
Getting accurate procurement bids is difficult. When it comes to business transactions, it’s normal for an organization to get tunnel vision. People are so familiar with their jobs that they have a hard time explaining to outsiders what they need. This can lead to flaws in the procurement process from the outset. How does RFx […]. The post RFx: How to Best Communicate Your Needs appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.
ivalua
JULY 16, 2019
The post Developing A World Class Procurement Organization to Create Sustainable Value with Dole appeared first on Ivalua.
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
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 8, 2019
Retailing as a business model is being challenged by e-tailers and demands for an ever-improving customer experience. Lessons from the military can help.
The Network Effect
JULY 12, 2019
How brands and producers can leverage the rapid growth of grocery ecommerce American consumers are beginning to do more of. The post Solving the Logistical Challenges in Ecommerce Grocery appeared first on The Network Effect.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 10, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supplier Collaboration is a Win-Win Strategy! Article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Nikita S at nextlevelpurchasing.com. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) is the hallmark of the Modern Procurement Function. In this article we are providing our list of 10 strategies for effective Supplier Relationship Management: Understand and Accommodate Supplier Interest.
Ms. Category Management
JULY 21, 2019
July 19th, 2019. The Godfather. The Mafia. We can all learn something from their successful business management. So here's a guide to handling work like a mob boss.
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When the only certainty is uncertainty, what does that mean for today’s supply chain management approaches? This eBook delves into how supply chain orchestration can help businesses unlock agility, transparency, intelligence, and trust across their end-to-end supply chain.
ProcurePort
JULY 16, 2019
Every organization needs to buy supplies and equipment on a regular basis. Whether office supplies or storage containers for the warehouse, we need to give employees what they need to keep business moving. The tedious part of acquiring these incidental supplies is keeping a record of how, why, from where, and who wanted the item […]. The post Fast and Easy Approvals with Purchase Requisition Software appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.
ivalua
JULY 30, 2019
The post Dole: Developing A World Class Procurement Organization to Create Sustainable Value appeared first on Ivalua.
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 3, 2019
For all stakeholders in traditional supply-chain ecosystems, and specifically in life-science supply chains, enormous digitally enabled breakthrough opportunities lie ahead.
The Network Effect
JULY 24, 2019
Loadsmart and One Network Partner to Create a Seamless and Automated Freight Brokering Experience New York, July 23, 2019 — The post Loadsmart and One Network Help Shippers Secure Reliable Transportation at the Lowest Cost appeared first on The Network Effect.
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,
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 4, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. A Comprehensive Warehouse Safety Guide! Article and infographic, and permission to publish here, provided by David Smith at cleaningservicesgroup.co.uk. Maintaining a high standard of warehouse cleanliness is about more than just creating a more pleasant and attractive workplace.
Ms. Category Management
JULY 3, 2019
Backstabbing coworkers. It's happened to all of us, so read more about how to maintain your integrity and best practices to deal with these two-faced foes.
ProcurePort
JULY 15, 2019
The old-fashioned ways of handling procurement pricing negotiations are over. Person-to-person communication in a globalized world is complicated. Is 15:30 my time good for you? Skype? Zoom? WeChat? From time zones to media channels, it’s hard to get pricing out of the way and move on with contracts and business. Nowadays a standard e-Procurement platform […].
ivalua
JULY 15, 2019
The post Single Unified Platform across a decentralized Procurement Organisation with Covea appeared first on Ivalua.
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
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 22, 2019
The internet of things offers businesses an unprecedented level of visibility and control over their supply chains. But it also opens the door to potentially crippling cyberattacks.
Jaggaer
JULY 25, 2019
Procurement is central to the profitability of organizations in all industry sectors. Given the value that procurement delivers, you would think that the function is ripe for digital transformation. But the reality is rather different. Why is this? Our 2019 Digital Procurement Survey, Di gital Transformation in Procurement: How Close Are We? provides some answers.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 3, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Green Supply Chain: True Sustainability or Just One Big Marketing Stunt? Article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Sam Jenks at kodiakrating.com. Sustainability. The word with so much focus and buzz surrounding it, it has almost become difficult to speak or write about.
Ms. Category Management
JULY 24, 2019
Women in Procurement. It's akin to completing an Ironman. Read more to find out why we may have won some battles, but maybe losing the war.
Advertiser: FourKites
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