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Retail futures: How to harness data to revolutionize inventory management

All Things Supply Chain

Covid-19 lockdowns accelerated a shift to online shopping that was already well under way. According to the Adobe Digital Economy Index, consumers now spend an average of $6.

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Managed print services RFP: Guide, tips and template

RPF360

Explore this blog to learn about selecting a managed print services provider. From key definitions, how to use RFP software to help, a template and to how to write a managed print services RFP, you'll find what you need here. The post Managed print services RFP: Guide, tips and template appeared first on RFP360.

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How to Overcome the Top 3 Challenges to an Effective Digital Supply Chain

ProcurePort

• In many companies, customer-facing activities have been digitized much faster than supply chain operations. The procurement of maintenance, repair, and operation items for manufacturing enterprises and inventory for trading companies can benefit immensely from digitization. • Other functions such as financial analysis, human resource management, and customer service have improved massively from the insights […].

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‘Emission’ Impossible – 4 Steps to Kickoff your Decarbonization Strategy

ivalua

In recent years, sustainability has increasingly become a top priority for many organizations. The UN Climate Change Conference UK 2021 (COP26) resulted in another wave of agreements and net zero commitments. Many businesses, governments, and consumers are now acutely aware of the importance of taking action to prevent climate change. One of the UK’s net zero pledges requires listed UK businesses to release public plans for reaching climate change targets by 2023.

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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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Does a “Responsible Supply Chain” Mean a Sustainable One?

All Things Supply Chain

A responsible supply chain is one that takes into account all of the social and environmental impacts throughout every step of the supply network.

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CPO Spotlight: Richard Trower

Procurement Heads

According to Raconteur’s report in The Sunday Times on the Future of Supply Chain & Procurement, constant problems in the supply chain have proved a real headache for many businesses over the past two years. And, as firms struggle to deal with a succession of disruptions, the role of the CPO is becoming even more important, with a share of CPOs citing the below activities as focus areas (American Productivity & Quality Center, 2022): 42% Vendor/supplier relationship management 29%

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Ivalua Partners With C2FO to Complete the Strategic Payments Journey and Enhance Access to Capital

ivalua

By connecting with C2FO’s network, the partnership will enable Ivalua customers to more intelligently control and manage cash flows, driving growth and better supporting their suppliers. Redwood City, CA, June 28, 2022 – Ivalua, a global leader in Cloud Spend Management solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with C2FO , the largest global platform for working capital, to empower Ivalua customers with enhanced supplier selection and the ability to streamline costs and drive targeted b

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 06/24/2022-06/30/2022

All Things Supply Chain

Chemical shortages hit U.S.

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Procurement Heads announce new strategic partnership

Procurement Heads

Sarah Walters, Director of Aster , said, “This is a particularly exciting partnership for Aster as we feel there is a great cultural fit between ourselves and the amazing team at Procurement Heads. . “We share the ethos that our clients are at the heart of everything we do and both organisations are set up to provide a depth and breadth of expertise and capabilities that ensure we can meet their needs.” .

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5 Ways to Measure Purchasing Performance

ProcurePort

• Purchasing performance measurement is incredibly important for organizations. A cost reduction in procuring new goods and services can allow enterprises to position their end products and services competitively, thus impacting the bottom line. • In recent years, procurement teams have played a strategic role in most organizations. A key driver of this shift has […].

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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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It Pays to Partner! Ivalua + C2FO: A Powerful Strategic Payments Pair

ivalua

With new accelerated payment capabilities, users can more readily capture supplier discounts, support growth, and strengthen the supply chain. . It Pays to Partner! Read our FAQ to get acquainted with our newest C2FO Partner collaboration! Why is this new C2FO partnership important? Ivalua: The C2FO partnership offers expansive growth and liquidity opportunities to our customers.

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Location Intelligence: Where Is It Now and Where Is It Going?

Supply Chain Brain

In a transportation and logistics context, location intelligence refers to technologies that aggregate supply chain data and apply machine learning to provide insights into the whereabouts and movements of assets, products and human resources.

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Why creating a greener supply chain can benefit you

Strategic Sourceror

We all want to make the world a greener place. Unfortunately, in supply chain matters, we have to deal with some of the planet's biggest polluters by the definition of our jobs. Container ships are necessary to keep the modern world functioning, but, according to NPR they provide 3% of the world's total carbon emissions. While having no net emissions is a long way off yet, it's not too late to start considering making adjustments in your own supply chain.

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Building Blocks of Supply Chain Strategy!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Importance of a Strong Supply Chain and Logistics Strategy! A supply chain is made up of an interconnected network of suppliers that all function together to deliver products or services to customers efficiently. For a supply chain to run smoothly it needs to be well managed under the right strategy for your business objectives.

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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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Global Digital Procurement Survey 2022 – Featuring PwC

ivalua

The post Global Digital Procurement Survey 2022 – Featuring PwC appeared first on Ivalua.

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Consumers Prefer Personal Touch, Predictability, Over Super-Fast Delivery

Supply Chain Brain

To successfully ride the bucking growth of e-commerce, shippers and logistics service providers should avoid assuming that consumers want everything super-fast.

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Navigating the Bidding Process 1:1

Value Match

Categories. Best Practice Guides. Bid Management. Business. Case Study. Circular Economy. Community Story. Contract for Change. Environment and Climate. Equality and Inclusion. Government Buying Standards. House of Commons Committee of Public Accounts. Human Rights and Modern Slavery. Legislation. National Audit Office Reports. News. Procurement Best Practice.

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[Pod] Procurement 6 – July 1st, 2022

Art of Procurement

Procurement 6 is a new short podcast from Art of Procurement that will be published in the Art of Procurement. The post [Pod] Procurement 6 – July 1st, 2022 appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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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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GPO Explainer | The Incredible Bulk Infographic

Una

Infographic | GPO Explainer & The Incredible Bulk. By Mackenzie Oakley | June 30, 2022. Have you seen our explainer video highlighting the concept of group purchasing and how group purchasing organizations work? You know, the one that features a giant jar of mayonnaise? If you haven’t, check it out here: Group Purchasing. As a group purchasing organization , Una is on a mission to provide the resources and tools procurement professionals need to feel empowered to make the best sourcing

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U.S. Resuscitates Bid at G-7 to Counter China’s Belt and Road

Supply Chain Brain

President Biden rebooted his effort to counter China’s flagship trade-and-infrastructure initiative after an earlier campaign faltered, enlisting the support of Group of Seven leaders at their summit in Germany.

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A brief explanation of the semiconductor crisis

Strategic Sourceror

Semiconductors are one of the most important components of almost all the electronic devices we use today, and are in high demand from corporations globally. With the rise of the internet of things, and our general reliance on more and more complicated technologies, the value and necessity of semiconductor manufacturing on a large scale will only become more important.

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Procurement in a high inflation environment

Skill Dynamics

During the 1970’s oil crisis and the rampant inflation that followed, skilled procurement professionals were in demand more than ever before. Now we find ourselves in a similar situation. While professionals have superior technology and analytics on their side, the challenges associated with procurement in a high inflation environment remain the same – and so do the 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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Advantages of Hiring a Casino and Dealers for Your Corporate Event!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Online Casino Industry Game Changers! Organizing a corporate casino party is hard work, and making it a success is much more difficult. Here are a few reasons why holding a casino -themed gathering is the perfect alternative for you if you’re searching for a fresh way to spice up your corporate events and give an amazing experience for your employees. 1.

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CVS, Rite Aid Ration Contraceptive Pills as Demand Surges

Supply Chain Brain

CVS and Rite Aid pharmacies are limiting purchases of emergency contraceptive pills as demand for the medication surged following the U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down the constitutional right to abortion.

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How supply chain shortages could impact your home power

Strategic Sourceror

We've all heard about supply chain shortages impacting every facet of our lives from a lack of electronics to the prices of cooking oil and food going up. Now, supply chain shortages could be impacting U.S. power companies, forcing them to take far longer to fix major outages. Being in a season of extreme heat that's only going to get worse as summer drags on, it may be time to look at alternative methods of cooling ourselves down in case the AC goes out.

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The 8 Best Financial Management Tools

Planergy

Clients and results. More Customers. We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with PLANERGY. Cristian Maradiaga. King Ocean. Book a Live Demo. Download a free copy of "Preparing Your AP Department For The Future", to learn: How to transition from paper and excel to eInvoicing.

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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

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Shortage vs. Surplus: Causes and Definitions

Finale Inventory

Shortages and surpluses are similar in that they disrupt the flow of a business and can cause financial troubles and a loss of customers. However, they differ in numerous ways. The causes and solutions of shortages and surpluses are very different and require businesses to look within to determine what they can do to help prevent them in the future.

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Sweetwater Responds to the ‘New Face of Agility’ in Supply Chain and Merchandising

Supply Chain Brain

Sweetwater Sound, Inc. didn’t waste any time preparing for this year’s fourth quarter. By the end of May, the nation’s largest online seller of musical instruments and professional audio gear was already finalizing orders and distribution plans for the coming peak sales season.

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Episode 71: Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine with Maureen Woolshlager

Una

Episode 71: Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine with Maureen Woolshlager. By Kelly Barner | June 29, 2022. There is no end to the opportunities for mission-driven organizations to contribute their knowledge and resources to the world. In order to be successful, these organizations have to remain focused and ensure that their mission converts to action in a way that benefits those in need.

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Profit from the Source – Dr. Wolfgang Schnellbächer from BCG

The Procuretech Podcast

This week we’ve got another informal chat from The Procuretech Pub livestreams. I’m talking to Dr. Wolfgang Schnellbächer from BCG, the author of a new book fresh off the presses - Profit from the Source: Transforming Your Business by Putting Suppliers at the Core. . Supplier-centric transformation and the future of procurement. I ask Wolfgang for a quick bit of background, before we move on to talking about his book.

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The Art of Consistent Perfect Order Delivery: Smart Order Fulfillment Through Orchestration

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.