The end of globalization? – How global supply chains (must) change after the Covid-19 pandemic
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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Understanding Contractual Rights and Obligations During a Crisis
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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How to Manage Your Procurement Department Remotely
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 8, 2020
Now's a good opportunity to discover new workflows and optimize processes.
Supplier Performance Can Directly Relate to Company Success
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. […].
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
Advertiser: GEP
“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.
Emission-free shipping: Ways of sustainable transport on the seas
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 8, 2020
Around 90 % of the world’s goods are currently transported by ships causing nearly 3 % of total global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
Supplier Motivation, A Key Component of Supplier Management
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.
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Six Supply-Chain Strategies for Oil and Gas in the Coronavirus Era
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With oil prices at historic lows, it's time to reevaluate supply-chain and procurement strategies.
Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up from 04/03/20 – 04/09/20
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Transportation bottlenecks snarl inputs to food supply chain Truck driver shortages, port personnel health checks and other transportation snarls related to the containment of the coronavirus are keeping grain and…
Ivalua NOW 2020 Virtual Edition, 5th & 6th May 2020 – Join us Online!
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Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important!
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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.
How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
As Production in China Stalls, an American Toy Manufacturer Thrives
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At a time when the coronavirus outbreak is disrupting global supply lines, a maker of toys that’s committed to manufacturing in the U.S. finds itself with an advantage over those that rely on production in China.
Episode 22 – Negotiation Techniques: Anchoring
Procurement Zen
APRIL 5, 2020
In this episode of ProcurementZen we continue the ultimate list of negotiation techniques. In this episode Phil Kowalski puts focus on anchoring techniques. [fusebox_transcript]. Episode highlights. Episode highlights. Big initial number – big numbers if you aim high, small numbers if you want low prices Look into past techniques. Works very good because of consistency and commitment Reframing – putting a fact that is important to you to another frame of reference.
Procurement Value Measurement A Spotlight Report from The Hackett Group
ivalua
APRIL 7, 2020
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Ensuring Delivery Safety During the Coronavirus Pandemic!
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 9, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic! Delivery safety article and permission to publish here provided by Raanan Cohen at bringg.com. As the general public transitions away from crowded public spaces, delivery has gone from being a convenience to a necessity.
A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
The Key to Managing Supply-Chain Risk in Manufacturing
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APRIL 7, 2020
Manufacturers and shipping companies worldwide are shifting gears, re-evaluating their strategies and risk profiles, and scrambling to keep up production.
Category deep dives: Covid-19 impact on Logistics
Spotlight on Procurement
APRIL 9, 2020
Simon Lipscomb, Sales and Marketing Director at Efficio speaks to Chris Clapham, Efficio’s SME on Logistics about the impact COVID-19 is having on the this category. Key discussion points include: What impact is COVID-19 having on Logistics? What advice/tips would you give to someone under pressure in this category? Can there be any positive impacts either now or in the future?
Four-Step Framework to Implementing an Effective SRM Program A Report by Gartner
ivalua
APRIL 7, 2020
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Value Stream Mapping the Current State Process!
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APRIL 5, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Value Stream Mapping your Future State Process! . We had to begin the transformation of the company’s business processes to support the new business objectives. This would mean value stream mapping the current state process. Specifically the company was going to carry a dramatically different set of products which required a new set of capabilities in Strategic Planning, Merchandising, Marketing, Procurement, Invento
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
How to Make Supply-Chain Data Trustworthy
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 6, 2020
Procurement teams on a digital journey often overlook a critical question: Who is managing the data supply chain?
Deep Diving into Analytics – Eddie McGeachie from Seaforth Analytics
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APRIL 8, 2020
Eddie McGeachie from Seaforth Analytics and Accelerated Insight joins me on The Procuretech Podcast today to discuss how data and supply chain analytics have shaped his career over the years. We dive into how his company now helps boutique procurement consultancies and direct clients to understand the data from disparate systems and formats, and how understanding data.
Identifying and Mitigating Supply Chain Risk in the Age of COVID-19
Jaggaer
APRIL 6, 2020
The raging COVID-19 epidemic has presented the world with a “once in a century” moment of reckoning. With an ever more connected global economy, and almost instantaneous n ews transmission, the impact of global health has multiplied since the last global (SARS) epidemic in 2003. Just as the human body needs its vital organs function ing well to stay alive and fight a deadly disease, s upply c hain is a critical vital organ keeping the global economic engine running.
Lift Gate Trailers – What You Need to Know
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 8, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Lift gate trailers article and permission to publish here provided by Harry Poulson. Lift gate trailers look like any other enclosed trailer, but with one major difference. They have a gate at the back that can lower down from the trailer to the ground. Since they add weight to the trailer, these are not commonly used unless the receiver requires them.
How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform
Advertiser: GEP
Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.
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