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Is a career in procurement future-proof?

Procurement Heads

The same questions can be asked of a career in procurement. With advancements in automation and artificial intelligence, many industries are seeing a shift in how work is performed, and procurement is no exception.

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The Future of Sourcing Procurement Technology

HICX

In our latest Supplier Experience Community session, which was our first for 2023 and which brings together executive attendees from leading global brands, we were delighted to welcome Dr Elouise Epstein from Kearney and Lance Younger of ProcureTech.

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Top 5 Challenges in WMS Implementation

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WMS implementation is a crucial process for companies that need to streamline their operations and improve efficiency. The implementation of a warehouse management system (WMS) can bring many benefits, such as improved inventory accuracy, reduced labor costs, and enhanced customer service.

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5 Ways to Use Machine Learning in the Packaging Industry

All Things Supply Chain

Supply chains are embracing digital transformation, and packaging industry technology must evolve to keep up and support this trend.

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Supply Chain Balancing Act: Meeting Customer Needs in the Era of Constrained Supply and Volatile Demand

Speaker: Tony Darnell, Shipping Manager at Lippert Components

Join this webinar to learn about the evolution of supply chain management in the Post pandemic era of constrained supply and volatile demand. Like a candle burning at both ends, businesses are struggling to manage supply alongside rapidly changing customer demands.

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How to Get Your CEO to Care About Procurement

Una

How to Get Your CEO to Care About Procurement Learn how to get your CEO to care about procurement by engaging the C-Suite to help increase the function’s impact and value.

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Inflation + Source-to-Pay Strategies: The Cure for the Common Price Hike

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 02/03/2023-02/09/2023

All Things Supply Chain

Amazon to streamline operations after unprofitable year After reporting a $2.7 billion loss in 2022, Amazon is now focusing on streamlining operations in an attempt to recover and boost productivity.…

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Biden urges supply chain resilience at State of the Union

Supply Chain Dive

The president touted domestic manufacturing investments and teased new 'buy American' standards in construction as he pushed to avoid future disruptions

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Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience

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Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience February 8, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Procurement stepped up to become a crucial driving force for business continuity.

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10 questions to ask a procurement recruitment agency before partnering with them

Procurement Heads

However, it’s important to choose the right agency to partner with to ensure a successful hiring campaign. Before making a decision, it’s crucial to ask the right questions to determine if the agency is the right fit for your company’s needs.

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Sustainable Procurement: The Ultimate Guide to Going Green

Speaker: Sarah O'Brien, CEO of the Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council

This session will help you become oriented with sustainable procurement by providing an easy-to-understand framework, describing the potential benefits of sustainable procurement, and identifying key drivers for integrating sustainability into procurement.

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4 Ways Manufacturers Can Improve Supply Chain Visibility

All Things Supply Chain

Supply chain visibility has become a make-or-break point for industries and companies worldwide. It is seen as a potential panacea for recent issues and breakdowns. While that might not be… General Supply Chain Management data logistics manufacturers supply chain supply chain visibility

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Episode 101: Maximizing the Value of Strong Supplier Partnerships with Juli Lassow

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EPISODE 101 Maximizing the Value of Strong Supplier Partnerships with Juli Lassow By Kelly Barner | February 8, 2023 After all of the turbulence of the last few years, relationships between procurement and suppliers have reached a place of stability – at least for now.

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UPS’ RFID initiative to expand to rest of US network in 2023

Supply Chain Dive

The RFID technology eliminates manual scans, reduces misloads and accelerates parcel throughput, executives said

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How should companies be responding to the current energy market?

Procurement Heads

“How should companies respond to the current energy market?” It’s a question I’ve been asking candidates for my recently retained Category Lead – Energy role at Alliance Healthcare.

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The 4 Keys to Demand Planning in 2023 and Beyond

Speaker: Eva Dawkins - Senior Consultant, Supply Chain

Demand planning and forecasting processes are critical to the resilience and profitability of any supply chain, maybe now more than ever. Join Eva Dawkins for this exclusive webinar where she will cover everything you need to implement for success!

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Procurement 2023: BIG Trends & Predictions

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Supply Chain Lessons to Bring into 2023

Supply Chain Brain

Today’s fast-moving, consumer-centric world requires a supply chain that’s significantly more complex, now accounting for sustainability and resilience as well.

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How the FMC plans to enforce the Ocean Shipping Reform Act in 2023

Supply Chain Dive

Regulators are working their way through more than 200 shipper complaints, even as ocean congestion eases

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CPO Spotlight: Magdalena Shakallis

Procurement Heads

For Procurement Heads ’ latest CPO Spotlight, Magdalena spoke with Rupert Gaster about why she chose to complement her procurement career with end-to-end supply chain roles and what drives her curiosity. Can we start by getting to know who you are and what you currently do?

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TMS+: Go Beyond Transport to Optimize Cost, Service, & Resiliency

In the aftermath of the pandemic, supply chain inadequacies have been revealed in a new light. In order to thrive, companies need to take a more synchronized approach. Learn why a holistic “TMS+” approach is integral to success in the new normal and beyond.

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Ivalua’s Environmental Impact Center Demo

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Customer enablement offers supply chain orgs a pipeline to increased revenue

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

A survey released on Tuesday by Gartner has found that less than one-quarter of supply chain organizations have adopted customer enablement to the extent necessary to truly put the customer first

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MightyFly unveils second-generation drone for express logistics

Supply Chain Dive

Over the next year, MightyFly intends to secure business partnerships for proof-of-concept delivery services

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The Big Interview Ed Cross

Procurement Heads

He defines and drives business strategy, leading teams across different geographies and cultures and he has delivered procurement transformation (process, people, technology, organisation) and procurement cost reduction across direct and indirect categories, for a wide range of clients over the last 25 years.

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Case Study: DSV Implements a Single-Instance Control Tower with a Global Footprint

This case study illustrates how DVS implemented a Single-Instance Control Tower with a Global Footprint to deal with the challenge of connecting people, systems, and processes.

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6th Edition Procurement Excellence Summit & Awards 2023

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How Technology Can Help SMEs Compete Against Larger Enterprises

Supply Chain Brain

With a TMS, businesses can provide a better customer experience, reduce costs and streamline operations

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2023 outlook: Is this the year supply chains stabilize?

Supply Chain Dive

Freight rates are finally easing, but geopolitical turmoil and ongoing economic uncertainty continue to create headaches for businesses

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Muted 3PL growth forecast by Armstrong

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

A recently-released report by supply chain consultancy Armstrong & Associates highlights the pandemic-driven swings the 3PL sector has seen in recent years, and forecasts slower growth in the years ahead

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Digital Transformation: Why You Can’t Afford to Wait

This playbook offers manufacturers a realistic and viable guide to balancing immediate needs with future-focused strategy.

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Pros Of Having A Procurement Agent For Your Company

Procurement Freelancers

Finding the ideal things has never been simpler than in the era of the big… The post Pros Of Having A Procurement Agent For Your Company first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News. Procurement Systems procurement agent

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Podcast | Is Apple Leading a Radical Change in Sourcing Strategy?

Supply Chain Brain

For global high-tech manufacturers, is the pendulum swinging from outsourcing back to insourcing

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J&J Snack Foods to add 3 new distribution centers in bid to simplify network

Supply Chain Dive

The snack maker says the new facilities will boost efficiencies by reducing party logistics locations

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Dr. Russell D. Meller inducted into National Academy of Engineering

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

FORTNA’s principal scientist recognized for his contributions to large-scale distribution design and operations methodology

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Enabling Assurance of Supply in the Global Marketplace

Speaker: Adrian Gonzalez, Tom Nightingale, and Martin Verwijmeren

Watch this insightful conversation about enabling assurance of supply in the global marketplace to better balance inventory and control costs.