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Open Tendering — Everything You Should Know

Procurement Tactics

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Open Tendering — Everything You Should Know Open tendering is crucial in the acquisition of goods and services for a company. However, what is it? For this article, we will discuss what open tendering is and the different kinds of tender in procurement.

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What drone companies need to do to reach lofty delivery goals

Supply Chain Dive

Zipline and Alphabet's Wing aim to scale up and reach more customers, but it will take more than their internal capabilities to secure long-term success and adoption.

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5 things supply chain managers can do to contribute to humanitarian relief

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

When it comes to disaster relief, supply chains are critical. Here’s what to know about working with relief organizations.

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The future of order management solutions: freedom of choice and flexibility

IBM Supply Chain Blog

In the wake of the pandemic and global supply chain issues, businesses have realized the importance of technology innovation to deliver truly superior retail customer experiences. But without real-time reliable views of inventory, shipments and automated order orchestration processes, retailers are unable to deliver on order promises. Businesses need robust order management solutions (OMS) that can drive customer satisfaction, increase fulfillment profitability and support new digital and in-per

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7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024

Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.

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What is Sourceable Spend?

Procurement Software

Around 60% of a company’s revenue is spent on goods and services from external suppliers in most mature businesses. But how much of this is sourceable spend? And how much of what your organisation purchases is actually spend that’s addressable, or currently being actively managed? If these terms are confusing to you, then read on. I’m going to explain everything and help you to get to grips with the different types of spend in your organisation.

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The Big Interview with Lorna Baker

Procurement Heads

For Procurement Heads ‘ latest Big Interview, Lorna spoke with Gemma Burman about her procurement career. How did you get into procurement? Well, like a lot of people, I fell into procurement really. After I graduated, I did struggle to find out what I wanted to do, so I went through a few temporary roles and at the same time I actually met a woman who worked in marketing for Peel Holdings in Manchester, and we walked our dogs at the same time in the same place.

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Best Places To Work – Ivalua Continues its Award-Winning Streak with Comparably

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Ivalua has been awarded Best Company for Global Culture, Future Outlook, and Engineering, Marketing, and Sales Departments. Redwood City, CA, March 31, 2023. Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , today announced that it has been ranked by Comparably among the top 100 companies with the best outlook , best global culture , and best departments in engineering , marketing, and sales.

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 03/24/2023-03/30/2023

All Things Supply Chain

US to sell part of their offshore oil drilling rights On Wednesday a part of the Gulf of Mexico, the size of Italy, was put for auction to sell the…

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The Big Interview with Lorna Baker

Procurement Heads

For Procurement Heads ‘ latest Big Interview, Lorna spoke with Gemma Burman about her procurement career. How did you get into procurement? Well, like a lot of people, I fell into procurement really. After I graduated, I did struggle to find out what I wanted to do, so I went through a few temporary roles and at the same time I actually met a woman who worked in marketing for Peel Holdings in Manchester, and we walked our dogs at the same time in the same place.

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Pillars of Sustainability — Everything About Sustainability

Procurement Tactics

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Pillars of Sustainability — Everything About Sustainability The pillars of sustainability should be embedded into an organization’s strategy to achieve sustainability. However, what are these pillars? In this article, we will discuss what sustainability is.

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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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Wake Up AP, Before it’s Too Late! E-invoicing Mandate | France 2024

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E-invoicing Mandate | France 2024 Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Wake Up AP, Before it’s Too Late! E-invoicing Mandate | France 2024 March 27, 2023 | | Procurement Strategy by Steve Carter The biggest change to Accounts Payables since the introduction of double entry journals is about to hit finance departments–but are they prepared?

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DHL, FedEx and USPS among top brands impersonated in phishing scams

Supply Chain Dive

Cybersecurity company Cloudflare's rankings underscore how the daily presence of logistics businesses in consumers' lives makes them a prime target for phishing scams.

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Episode 108: Considering the Transparency and Control of Digital Currency with Kris Lance

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EPISODE 108 Considering the Transparency and Control of Digital Currency with Kris Lance By Kelly Barner | March 29, 2023 The banking system has been in the news quite a bit recently, and not for good reasons. Everyone has learned a lot about the liquidity and transactions that make the financial system – and our economy – work. Two initiatives that have received far less coverage are FedNow and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), both of which raise important questions about th

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Circular Economy — Transforming Sustainable Procurement

Procurement Tactics

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Circular Economy — Transforming Sustainable Procurement The circular economy is gaining traction throughout the years and many businesses are adopting it. Circularity is acknowledged as the most promising solution to sustainability issues around the world.

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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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Blockchain for Supply Chain: A Comprehensive Guide for Businesses

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Blockchain technology is revolutionizing the way businesses manage their supply chains. By providing a secure and transparent way to track products from their origin to their final destination, blockchain for supply chain can help increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve trust between suppliers and customers. However, implementing blockchain in your business also comes with its own set of challenges.

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FedEx slumps, Amazon slows and more takeaways from a top shipping index

Supply Chain Dive

New U.S. parcel delivery data from Pitney Bowes outlines the extent of top carriers' volume declines, and what lies ahead for the sector.

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Focusing Beyond Cost in Procurement

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Pain Points in Procurement Series Focusing Beyond Cost in Procurement to Drive Value Practitioners who are focusing beyond cost in procurement are shifting stakeholder mindsets about the value the function can bring to the organization. By Hugo Britt | March 30, 2023 Search Welcome to Una’s Pain Points in Procurement series. Each week, the Una team will explore one of ten common pain points impacting procurement today, and put forth actionable solutions to each of these challenges.

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The Future of EDI for Supply Chains

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) was introduced in the 1960’s to allow businesses to communicate key business transactions such as purchase orders, advanced shipping notices, and invoices electronically instead of via paper providing fewer errors and more efficiencies. The concept was and still is great, it’s the execution that has failed.

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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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White House Urged to Intervene in West Coast Port Labor Talks

Supply Chain Brain

The request came as cargo volumes have dropped off at West Coast ports, in part because retailers and importers have sought to avoid potential disruption and delays because of the labor negotiations.

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Chewy to close 2 fulfillment centers as it ramps up automation push

Supply Chain Dive

The closures will allow the pet goods retailer to flow more order volume through its newer, automated facilities, its CEO said.

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Know Why Procurement Consulting Should Be A Crucial Component Of Every Business

Procurement Freelancers

Companies frequently purchase goods and services from a variety of suppliers. The specifics of obtaining… The post Know Why Procurement Consulting Should Be A Crucial Component Of Every Business first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Three supply chain risks that will hurt your bottom line in 2023

Spend Matters

Categories: Sponsored Article , Supply Risk Tags: sponsored post Our global supply chain is complex and ever-changing, and procurement leaders are under pressure to stay ahead of risk while keeping costs low and vendors in compliance. The cadence and impact of supply chain shocks from weather disasters, supply shortages, supplier challenges and emerging compliance requirements are increasing, and there’s no crystal ball to show what lies in store any given day.

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Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes with the Power of Generative AI

Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.

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Walmart is Changing the Way Its Employees Get to Work

Supply Chain Brain

When the new Walmart campus opens, roughly half its employees will live within five miles of their work. The plan is for every employee to have easy access to bike parking, showers and lockers.

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Walmart lays off hundreds of workers at e-commerce facilities

Supply Chain Dive

The retail giant has expanded its infrastructure in recent years to keep up with Amazon, but online sales growth has slowed in recent months.

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Co-creating the digital experience of the Masters

IBM Supply Chain Blog

The Masters app has always struck the delicate balance between technology and tradition. Every year, the Masters Digital team looks for opportunities to innovate and enhance the experience while preserving its simplicity, beauty and ease of use. It’s a complex and multifaceted challenge. That’s why for more than 25 years, the Masters has worked closely with IBM Consulting™ to guide their journey of digital transformation, from design and user interface to the back-end systems t

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Ivalua NOW EMEA 2023: Breaking new ground

Spend Matters

Categories: Conferences , Procurement Commentary , Procurement Strategy & Planning Tags: Conferences and Events This week Spend Matters attended Ivalua NOW EMEA at the prestigious Le Pavillon & Studio Gabriel event venue in Paris. Titled "Breaking new ground," this two-day event explored how businesses must radically shift their strategies to succeed in today's rapidly changing global economy and how technology can support them.

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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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How Solar Roofs Are Being Used to Power Electric Cars

Supply Chain Brain

The future of solar-powered vehicles is becoming clear: smaller, lighter, cheaper systems built to subtly augment electric driving, rather than power it in full.

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With drug shortages on the rise, pharma supply chains pose security risk: report

Supply Chain Dive

Geographic concentration and a lack of visibility into sourcing could jeopardize key pharmaceuticals, according to a U.S. Senate committee.

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Canada Rises to the Challenge to Help with Chip Demand

Procurement Bulletin

The Shift to EV’s Leaving Some Manufacturing Towns Behind While some automakers are looking to convert their vehicle manufacturing to producing electric vehicles, some factories just aren’t setup to make the transition resulting in closures and massive layoffs. The plant closures result in a domino-effect for that town and the vendors who service the plant and the workers who would be working there.

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Challenges of today’s monolithic data architecture

IBM Supply Chain Blog

The challenges organizations are facing today with data are multi-faceted. There is more data than ever before, in multiple locations, in varying forms and of poor quality. To add even more complexity, the uses of data have become more varied. The input data being used for decision support and business intelligence might also be used for developing machine learning models.

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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