All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 20, 2020
Seemingly overnight, every procurement professional’s top priority has become helping their company get through the COVID-19 pandemic and start preparing for the business conditions that are to follow.
ivalua
APRIL 6, 2020
In a previous blog we discussed the mounting humanitarian crisis that the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, had sparked globally and discussed considerations and steps organizations should take to mitigate the impact from disrupted supply chains. How things have changed in the six weeks since we first discussed this issue with COVID-19 impacting the global community in ways many of us have not seen or imagined personally and professionally.
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ProcurePort
APRIL 9, 2020
No matter what business your company engages in, maintaining suitable suppliers is key to success. If you have suppliers performing poorly, your business is likely to yield poor results and vice versa. How Supplier Performance Affects Company Success There are three main ways in which the performance of suppliers affects company success. These include: 1. […].
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 13, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has brought chaos to supplier-buyer relations the world round, resulting in widescale invoking of the contract-breaking clause known as force majeure.
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
APRIL 21, 2020
The Summer 2020 issue of Food Shippers of America Magazine has dropped. Editors here at the Digital Supply Chain Collaborator blog noted a striking contrast when reviewing this issue. Specifically, the issue published two articles addressing the use and utilization of TMS platforms by food shipping organizations. One article focused on explaining the basic, historical benefits of implementing TMS for the first time.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 16, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Should Lead the Boardroom … the Coronavirus Proves it! Article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at argentus.com. A few weeks ago, we wrote about the impact of the Coronavirus epidemic on Supply Chains – specifically, how the emerging crisis in China had placed new pressures on companies importing finished goods and raw materials from overseas.
Purchasing & Procurement Zone brings together the best content for professionals in the purchasing and procurement field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
ivalua
APRIL 8, 2020
As we have already seen in a former blog , enterprises often fail at maximizing the value of collaborating with smaller companies. Convinced that their sizes and brands will attract suppliers anyway, they entrench themselves behind the gates of rigid procurement processes. They miss the huge opportunity of co-innovating with these businesses, especially startups, by failing to take a differentiated approach.
ProcurePort
APRIL 2, 2020
We all know that the procurement business can be tough, and one of the toughest parts of it is recognizing the biggest security risks in contract management. Vendor contracts are a top priority for anyone in procurement. The trick is to avoid contract management security risks while providing the necessary level of transparency. Here’s what […].
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 29, 2020
The solutions that have worked in the past — increasing inventory, adding capacity at different locations and diversifying suppliers — are just scratching the surface when it comes to having a truly resilient supply chain.
Supply Chain Collaborator
APRIL 14, 2020
Though it is an added stressor at this precarious moment, the time will never be more appropriate to take action toward improving enterprise logistics processes. Here are five ways shippers can protect logistics operations during the pandemic and promote improvement that lasts well into the recovery and beyond. Identify Potential Risks. The current crisis highlights the sobering reality – that disruptions can and will occur with regularity.
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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
APRIL 21, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. A “Don’t Touch” Strategy will Dramatically Lean out your Supply Chain! The overarching strategy for limiting exposure to, and spreading of, the Coronavirus is that of Social Distancing. We are all instructed to keep 6 feet apart from anyone, wear masks, and avoid any social gatherings and don’t touch.
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 14, 2020
As a result of the coronavirus outbreak, people have become like squirrels.
ivalua
APRIL 1, 2020
Healthcare supply chain GPO, Intalere, deploys an end-to-end Source to Contract solution across its purchasing functions. New York, NY March 30, 2020 – Consus , a leading procurement services provider, today announced that Intalere , a healthcare supply chain GPO based in St. Louis, Mo., has gone live with Ivalua’s Source to Contract solution.
Jaggaer
APRIL 30, 2020
With hot new buzzwords coming and going year after year, it’s hard to blame any procurement professionals who are becoming disillusioned. One of the latest, “autonomous procurement,” has been the focus of writings by industry experts both enthusiastic and less optimistic. But many purchasing team members, including leadership, still lack clarity on what exactly the term means.
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
APRIL 29, 2020
Auto companies are rethinking their 2020 supply-chain strategies to cash in on new market opportunities, maintain competitive advantages, and cut costs to weather the coronavirus pandemic.
EazyStock
APRIL 27, 2020
Shamil Patel , Director at Allparts , has driven the change from using “paper and pen” to now using an automated tool for inventory optimization. This has resulted in more satisfied customers and healthier stock. That’s why he’s EazyStocks’s Automation Hero for April ! . Name: Shamil Patel. Title: Director. Company: Allparts. Congratulations on winning the award, Shamil!
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 15, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain Road is Full of Potholes, Construction and Accidents! Digital Procurement article, and permission to publish here, provided by Sam Jenks at kodiakrating.com. Don’t Panic! Navigating the complexity of the global supply chain as a procurement professional can sometimes feel like taking a walk through the Amazon without a compass, or entering into outer space without an oxygen tank.
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 6, 2020
The ongoing corona crisis is causing a worldwide breakdown in public and social life.
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ivalua
APRIL 1, 2020
Healthcare supply chain GPO, Intalere, deploys an end-to-end Source to Contract solution across its purchasing functions. New York, NY March 30, 2020 – Consus , a leading procurement services provider, today announced that Intalere, a healthcare supply chain GPO based in St. Louis, Mo., has gone live with Ivalua’s Source to Contract solution. Consus partnered with Ivalua to lead the implementation and transformation effort at Intalere to drive cost savings, transparency and improved effici
SupplyShift
APRIL 15, 2020
The supply chain is often cited as one of the areas where companies have significant challenges in managing and reducing emissions. For lots of businesses, most emissions lie within the supply chain, and as such, these emissions are beyond a company’s direct control (Scope 3). This means supply chain emissions are simultaneously the most challenging and the most important.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 27, 2020
At a time when supply chains are fracturing as a result of the global coronavirus pandemic, is blockchain the solution?
EazyStock
APRIL 20, 2020
Our developers are working hard every day to make sure EazyStock is living up to your high expectations for advanced inventory optimization. Here are some recently added features that make us extra proud. Components Forecasting via Bill of Materials (BOM). What’s new? Bill of Materials, or BOM, is the components required to manufacture or assemble a product.
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
APRIL 7, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Toilet Paper Supply Chain! In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic the need for complete, end to end Supply Chain visibility has never been more important! The necessity for visibility started with store shelves being emptied of toilet paper , food, and various household items.
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 27, 2020
In recent weeks, the companies in automotive logistics I work with have experienced drastic changes in their daily work.
ivalua
APRIL 2, 2020
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SupplyShift
APRIL 15, 2020
The supply chain is often cited as one of the areas where companies have significant challenges in managing and reducing emissions. For lots of businesses, most emissions lie within the supply chain, and as such, these emissions are beyond a company’s direct control (Scope 3). This means supply chain emissions are simultaneously the most challenging and the most important.
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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
APRIL 1, 2020
By thoughtfully implementing AI, companies can pursue sustainability in ways that would be nearly impossible without it.
Jaggaer
APRIL 14, 2020
Adapting to the present and future challenges of COVID-19. Can the complex global supply network survive the COVID-19 pandemic? And, assuming it can, how will it adapt to the new realities? Define your procurement response strategy. Catch the on-demand webinar on building business continuity plans and business strategies for the short, mid and long-term.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 28, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic! The Coronavirus Pandemic has quickly and severely disrupted Supply Chains of every kind around the world. Lockdowns have resulted in the temporary closure of Manufacturing and Distribution facilities and discontinuation of Logistics and transportation modes.
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 24, 2020
35% of ports say demand for food, medical supplies storage has increased As the demand for medical supplies and food across the world has increased, the demand for storage of…
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