ABC of Procurement

JULY 23, 2023

Beware, so long as you live, of judging men by their outward appearance. Jean de La Fontaine The post The hitchhiker first appeared on ABC of Procurement.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 23, 2023

51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download ChatGPT PDF Procurement Courses  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Last Mile Logistics — What You Should Know Last mile logistics is often associated with e-commerce due to its rising popularity in the modern market. However, many people do not know what last mile logistics is.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

JULY 24, 2023

Download the checklist to learn how to improve performance and efficiency in your own company or organization.

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Procurement 81

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

JULY 25, 2023

When a Chinese supplier goes bankrupt, they often stop production and shut down immediately, leaving companies no way to recover goods or their investments. But there are some signs to look for that may indicate a potential bankruptcy.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Procurement Heads

JULY 27, 2023

There is a mature interim management market in procurement and supply chain disciplines, and attracting the best quality interims is often a challenge for organisations. Typically roles defined outside IR35 are more appealing for this population, although many will also be willing to work on an inside IR35 basis if the parameters are right. Either way, it’s of paramount importance to understand the IR35 criteria and implications when recruiting any temporary role and make sure these are implemen

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All Things Supply Chain

JULY 24, 2023

The microchip industry’s value to the global economy is almost unquantifiable owing to the fact that it facilitates other key industries that our society holds in high regard.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 25, 2023

These young professionals are looking for the opportunity to tackle big challenges and make a big difference right away, which is something that a supply chain career can offer.

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Art of Procurement

JULY 27, 2023

Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post [Pod] Procurement 6 – July 28th, 2023 appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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All Things Supply Chain

JULY 28, 2023

Ford supplier invests $790M to build new Plants Magna International, an automotive supplier, will produce key components for Ford’s second-generation electric truck as part of a $790 million investment.

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Procurement Freelancers

JULY 24, 2023

In this highly competitive business landscape, procurement ⁠ freelancers must possess valuable negotiation skills. With companies… The post The Art of Negotiation: How Procurement Freelancers Can Master the Game first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2023

The two biggest supply chain challenges today are the labor shortage and changing consumer demand, says George Koutsaftes, president and CEO of Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 26, 2023

Negotiation, a crucial skill in the realms of business and procurement, demands the ability to remain calm, collected, and confident even in the most challenging situations. However, mastering this art can be tough and perplexing. Thankfully, in our digital age, we have access to an array of mediums for training and communication that can aid us on this journey of honing our negotiation prowess.

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Supply Chain Dive

JULY 27, 2023

The Federal Open Market Committee raised the main interest rate by a quarter percentage point. The move comes as the Fed faces increasing difficulties in their bid to fully quell inflation.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

JULY 27, 2023

Like any part of an organization, supply chain planning has its obstacles and rewards. When approaching planning, organizations often mix short-term and mid-term planning in one process, or treat them separately. Neither approach provides optimal outcomes.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 25, 2023

Craig Coulter, advanced manufacturing and mobility sustainability leader with EY, assesses the progress that supply chains are making in complying with environmental, social and governance (ESG) requirements.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

Contract Logistics is a critical aspect of the supply chain that often remains behind the scenes but plays a significant role in ensuring the efficient movement and management of goods. In this blog, we will answer the question: what is Contract Logistics, and explore its definition, solutions, challenges, and opportunities, understanding why Contract Logistics is considered as the hub of logistics today and how it can help businesses thrive in an ever-evolving market.

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Supply Chain Dive

JULY 25, 2023

The tentative deal is a welcome development for shippers, but it still needs to be reviewed and voted on by union-represented employees.

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Spend Matters

JULY 24, 2023

In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis we provide an overview of Mintec and its market intelligence solution. In today’s fast-paced, hyper-competitive business landscape, success hinges on the ability to make well-informed decisions. Understanding the market, anticipating customer needs and staying ahead of industry trends are no longer optional — they are critical components for sustainable growth.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 26, 2023

China announced restrictions on gallium and another mineral, germanium, in a move seen as part of the country’s tit-for-tat trade war on technology with the U.S. and Europe.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 26, 2023

Choosing a course is not easy, not when there are so many options available. The course you pick will take a portion of your time and require that you put in the effort to complete it. Most people are limited with time, so making a bad choice is not a good option. If you want to pick a course that will help your academic or professional success, or bring you true personal growth, you need to be picky.

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Supply Chain Dive

JULY 27, 2023

Many of the grants are specifically designed to help speed the movement of goods at the ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach and Oakland.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

JULY 28, 2023

A new AlixPartners report found that continued calm in the logistics markets is offering an opportunity for participants to expand or reassess and realign their operations.

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Advertiser: GEP

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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 27, 2023

TradeBeyond’s quarterly Retail Sourcing Report provides a detailed overview of the current state of global retail sourcing to help supply chain leaders make more informed purchasing decisions.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JULY 26, 2023

AI tools like ChatGPT are grabbing headlines, but other AI techniques and tools specifically designed for enterprises are quietly helping companies meet their sustainability goals. Classic AI is already being used widely today in various use cases, and generative AI is evolving rapidly to address new classes of use cases. I previously led technical teams that helped customers with their AI implementations.

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Supply Chain Dive

JULY 28, 2023

While employers have sought surveillance to improve remote productivity, various studies and surveys indicate that such monitoring could be counterproductive.

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SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

JULY 24, 2023

The public’s concern over sustainability extends throughout the supply chain. Students in MIT Supply Chain Management Master’s program examined the benefits auto makers may achieve by using returnable packaging.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2023

The new agreement averted a strike that would have begun if Yellow had remained delinquent on payments to a fund that provides benefits for most of the company's workers.

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Spend Matters

JULY 24, 2023

The 10 th edition of the Deloitte Global CPO Survey , which analyzes the responses of about 350 senior Procurement leaders from more than 40 countries, has been released and is available for download. “Given that few businesses intend to expand the size of the Procurement function any time soon,” it says, “and despite the significantly increased expectations placed upon it, Procurement chiefs have a difficult time ahead.

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Supply Chain Dive

JULY 24, 2023

The Retail Industry Leaders Association on Wednesday urged the shipper and the Teamsters, whose contract expires July 31, to get a deal done quickly.

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The Network Effect

JULY 28, 2023

The post How Pharmaceutical Brands Can Use Supply Chain as a Competitive Advantage Against Generics (Part 1) appeared first on The Network Effect.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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