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Supplier Diversity Part III: Keeping Pace as an Organization

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In Part I and Part II of this series, we have investigated the way in which supplier diversity programs have developed over time and which nations are leading the way in the space. And while it’s good to stay abreast of how we develop as societies, it’s vital to understand how we can better align supplier diversity best practices as individual organizations. .

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Procure to Pay: Business Process Map

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There are many steps involved in an advanced, comprehensive, and sophisticated procurement department. Furthermore, the larger the organization, the more involved and intricate the procurement process or lifecycle is likely going to be. This is partially due to scale, and partially due to the nature of procurement in general. A procure to pay: a business […].

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Creating a Regenerative Economy with Circular Supply Chains and Blockchain: World Oceans Day Chat with the Plastic Bank CEO David Katz

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“We all agree.someone needs to do something about ocean plastic. This is the something, you are the someone.” David Katz, CEO of Plastic Bank. Today is World Oceans Day, observed by United Nations member states to bring discussions, policies, and people impacted by ocean and coastal degradation worldwide. In Episode 58, Sheri Hinish (SupplyChainQueen) chats.

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How Online Returns Will Impact the Post-Covid Customer Experience

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Managing returns is driving up costs and becoming a growing concern for business leaders. As such, it’s never been more important for retailers to solve the reverse logistics puzzle.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

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.

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Creating a Sustainable Supply Chain Strategy: The IKEA Story

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“ Companies that fail to adapt to climate change will go bankrupt without question. “ -Mark Carney, Bank of England Governor. Those are some very forceful words from Mark Carney, Bank of England Governor, but he’s not entirely incorrect. The world continues to change and evolve, and supply chains are not excluded from that process. In fact, currently 80% of the carbon footprint comes from the global supply chain. .

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Four Key Areas for Digital Transformation in Procurement

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To date, 89% of businesses in the United States have adopted a digital-first enterprise strategy. And according to Tech Pro Research, 70% of businesses already have a digital transformation strategy in place or are drafting one. Procurement digital transformation, in particular, promises to increase productivity, reduce operating costs, improve the end-user experience while keeping businesses […].

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Watch: Pandemic Exposes Weak Points in Manufacturing Supply Chains

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Debbie Altham, senior director of the technology team with Sikich LLP, reveals the findings of a new survey of manufacturers and their supply chains, conducted by the firm in partnership with Industry Week.

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Ivalua Payments Part II: Using Payments to Become the Customer of Choice

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COVID-19’s impact on business has drastically changed how supply chains function and how we, as end users, work. It has forced the world to rethink, pivot and adapt to digital technology. It has also exposed the gaps that result in inefficiency and costs, plus the blurred relationships between employees, vendors and customers. The largest identified gap between procurement and payment is the Accounts Payable (AP) process.

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7 Benefits of Procure-to-Pay System

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Procurement technology comes in many different shapes and forms. However, the main goal of most procurement technology is to create efficiency throughout the entire lifecycle of a procurement activity or contract. This is a rather lofty goal, as procurement departments are heavily involved in almost every aspect of an organization. Procurement, as an overarching department, […].

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Cognitive Automation in Planning & Forecasting

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I recently presented at the 41st ISF symposium from the International Institute of Forecasters , where I discussed #cognitiveautomation in planning & forecasting, which is availably in this video (25 min). I cover: – why #artificialntelligence alone is not enough to achieve #intelligentautomation – what’s really required to achieve #autonomousplanning ?

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GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report

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?

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Container Rates to U.S. Top $10,000 as Shipping Crunch Tightens

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Container shipping rates from Asia to the U.S. and Europe increased to new record levels over the past week, ensuring transportation costs will stay elevated for companies heading into a peak season for rebuilding inventories.

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New Inventory Visibility and Collaboration Capabilities Enhance Ivalua’s Procure-to-Pay Solution

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Helping businesses reduce the risk of supply chain disruption, optimize inventory levels and make better buying decisions. Redwood City, CA, July 13, 2021 – Ivalua, a global leader in Cloud Spend Management solutions, announces an extension of its Procure-to-Pay solution with a new Inventory Collaboration capability. The solution streamlines and automates the management of inventory levels, the stock replenishment process and collaboration with suppliers for Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), addre

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Procurement and Sustainability are Your Yin and Yang!

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Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Featuring Our 12 Best Procurement Articles! Yin and Yang article and permission to publish here provided by Sam Jenks at Kodiak Rating. Procurement and Sustainability are your business’ Yin and Yang. The question is; are you harnessing the natural power they create together? For those that aren’t familiar, or like myself are more familiar with the symbol than the concept, the principle of Yin and Yang is a concept of dualism,

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JAGGAER Shortlisted for “Employer of the Year” Category in Women in IT USA Awards

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The post JAGGAER Shortlisted for “Employer of the Year” Category in Women in IT USA Awards appeared first on JAGGAER.

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Scaling Logistics for Success: A White Claw Story

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

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Slow Vaccines for Seafarers Could Worsen Global Shipping Chaos

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Global vaccinations of seafarers are going too slowly to prevent outbreaks on ships from causing more trade disruptions, endangering maritime workers and potentially slowing economies trying to pull out of pandemic slowdowns.

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templegate

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Templegate Technologies, Recognized as one of the most promising procurement solution providers in India. Templegate Technologies , is a alliance partner for award winning Cloud Software Solution in Procurement Automation & Spend Management. Founded by an Team of IT professionals who have spent decades in Technology companies like SAP, Oracle and Infor working in the area of Supply Chain Management.

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Hit Song Titles for Your Business Moods!

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Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Music is a universally important part of all of our lives. No matter what part of the world you live in, no matter what age you are, and no matter what you do in your life, chances are you are exposed to and influenced by music in some fashion. Music affects our moods and emotions and conjures up memories.

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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be used in Supply Chain Management

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The post How Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be used in Supply Chain Management appeared first on JAGGAER.

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Supply Chain Orchestration: A New Era in Supply Chain Management

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.

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When Will Air Cargo Operations Return to Normal?

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Like all modes of freight transportation, the air cargo sector was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, struggling with tight restrictions on operations even as demand for services soared.

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The Journey to Responsible Sourcing: A Report by Gartner

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The post The Journey to Responsible Sourcing: A Report by Gartner appeared first on Ivalua.

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4 Smart Supply Chain Strategies for Boosting Customer Experience

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This is the best of times and worst times for retail. On one hand, online sales taking retail to new frontiers by offering endless choices from the comfort of home and taking away from the sales of brick and mortar stores, and on the other, e-commerce businesses are scrambling to open brick and mortar stores. … Continue reading "4 Smart Supply Chain Strategies for Boosting Customer Experience".

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How Can We Help You?       

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Don’t Just Pick Up the Pieces…Pick Up the Pace! Back to the office. Back to your regular course of business, and your familiar customers. It feels good, but for most of us, somehow unsettled. The pandemic has affected everyone but in many different ways. Its impact on companies has ranged from “great inconvenience” to “survival […]. The post How Can We Help You?

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

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,

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Watch: What’s the Value of Citizen Automation?

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Giovanni Stone, vice president of advanced automation with Daifuku, explains the concept of citizen automation, and how it benefits the development of applications for promoting supply chain collaboration and digitization.

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Payables Metrics That Maximize Your Buying Power

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Are Your Planning And Retail Analytics Tools Fast Enough For Fast Fashion?

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Over the last decade, apparel retail has gone through a significant shift and has turned into a game of fast, faster and fastest. So many of the previously well-known retail brands are now struggling to sustain growth while a few keep capturing more and more of the market. Customers today are also savvier in the … Continue reading "Are Your Planning And Retail Analytics Tools Fast Enough For Fast Fashion?".

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Test Your Knowledge with These 24 Label Printing Terms   

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Think You Know Labels, Eh? We’ll See! Today’s post could be a big help to people who are not too familiar with custom labels but have been charged with purchasing and sourcing them for their business. Veteran label-buyers will also find it interesting. Labels seem simple and are frequently seen as a commodity. But there are […]. The post Test Your Knowledge with These 24 Label Printing Terms first appeared on Superior Business Solutions.

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Rethinking Direct Materials Sourcing: The Tools You Need To Manage Costs, Risks and Sustainability

Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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EU’s Bold Climate Plan Targets Cars, Planes and Trade

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The European Union rolled out a climate plan that will transform every corner of its economy — from how people heat their home to the cars they drive — as the bloc uses a massive overhaul of rules to position itself as a global leader on the environment.

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Payables Metrics That Maximize Your Buying Power

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The post Payables Metrics That Maximize Your Buying Power appeared first on Ivalua.

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4 Keys to a Successful Supply Chain Visibility and Analytics Project

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The study from the ARC Advisory Group (2016) and the most recent one from The Hackett Group (2018) are remarkably similar in their basic observations: “supply chain visibility & analytics” remains at the top-of-mind for the executives. Many large corporations want “supply chain control towers” to measure forecast accuracy across products and regions, understand regional differences in demand patterns, … Continue reading "4 Keys to a Successful Supply Chain Visibility and Analytics Proj

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#6 | An Interview on Learnings From Podcasting on Supply Chain & Procurement With Kelly Barner

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An Interview on learnings from podcasting on supply chain & procurement. For this episode, we are joined by Kelly Barner, Owner & Managing Director of Buyers Meeting Point. Kelly has been working in the procurement and supply chain industries for many years, and lived through their evolution to where they are today. She discusses with us: Her experience of working in supply chain and procurement space over the years.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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