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Will 2021 be about Cost Reduction or Strategic Supplier Relationships?

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PWC has been publishing the annual procurement survey since 2015, capturing many of the trends in procurement that we now see in organisations, such as the focus on supplier risk management. Ivalua was honoured to provide some commentary on the survey results during a webinar with PWC in Sweden, as the 2020 survey is even more fascinating. The survey for 2020 delivers this level of insight but also provides special insight as responses to the survey were split between responses before the Covid

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Chinese Electric Vehicles in Europe: a conquest attempt?

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We already know from the textile market that a large proportion of products are now manufactured in Central China.

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Three Source to Contract Steps for Better Contract Management

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After enough observation, a pattern emerges among structures, natural ecosystems, scientific and philosophical theories, and even man-made concepts. One of these patterns is that each has a core. Something that is really at the heart of the matter. In procurement, or source to contract systems, that core is contract management. Contract management is truly the […].

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What is MRO? – All You Need to Know

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What is MRO? or What is MRO supplies? or What does MRO stand for in manufacturing? Or what does MRO stand for in purchasing? In this blog, I have tried to answer these questions. What is MRO? MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations Supply) is an important part of most manufacturing and service businesses and. Continue reading. The post What is MRO?

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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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How to Give the Vaccine Rollout a Shot in the Arm

Supply Chain Brain

The logistics could be as simple as implementing best practices in leadership, communication and technology. Here are six steps to achieve it.

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 01/22/2021 – 01/28/2021

All Things Supply Chain

Amazon halts alcohol sales in Northern Ireland due to new Brexit rules Amazon has stopped the sales of wines, beers and sprits in Northern Ireland and is preparing to de-list…

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Paris 2021 – EN – Frederic Lino

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Frédéric Lino EVP Purchasing and Supply Chain. Frédéric Lino obtained in 1990 a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Compiegne, University of Technology), completed in 1994 by a PHD in Biomechanics and Ergonomics (Paris Saclay). He also holds an Executive Master in International Purchasing Management from ESSEC Business School (2012). Frédéric began his career in the automotive industry as product manager for Renault-Dacia in 1999 before being appointed in 2006 Renault program director for the Mid

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Online Sales Ignite in Corners of World Late to the Revolution

Supply Chain Brain

Years from now when the pandemic’s impact on global business is analyzed, it’s likely that the most lucrative change will be how it pushed — or actually shoved — massive markets into the modern e-commerce era.

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Blockchain Technology Helping Packagers Improve the Supply Chain

All Things Supply Chain

Blockchain is one of the most versatile technologies that has been released in this lifetime.

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Source to Contract: What does it mean?

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Language is one of those mysteries of life that we might never truly understand. Naturally, it’s occurred all over the world – advancing and evolving until it is what we know it as today. Yet, even still; depending on the context, the setting, even the niche-market, terminology, and jargon create new language constantly. Understanding the […].

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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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Amer – 2021 – Agenda NEW

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Agenda. Day 1 – April 27. PRACTITIONER LESSONS. DAY 2 – April 28. INNOVATION DAY. DAY 3 – April 29. CUSTOMERS ONLY. 11:30pm EDT. Exhibit Hall Opening. 12:30pm EDT. Welcome. 12:40pm EDT. CEO Keynote. David Khuat-Duy Chief Executive Officer & Founder – IVALUA. 1:00pm EDT. Inspiring Keynote. General McChrystal Former Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan. 1:30pm EDT.

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Boeing Eyes Jetliners Fueled by Waste in Race to Zero Emissions

Supply Chain Brain

Boeing Co. set a target of designing and certifying its jetliners to fly on 100% sustainable fuels by 2030 amid rising pressure on planemakers to get serious about climate change.

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Kelly Barner Reflects on 25 Years of Procurement Innovation

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The post Kelly Barner Reflects on 25 Years of Procurement Innovation appeared first on JAGGAER.

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2021 Supply Chain and Inventory Management Trends

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2021 Supply Chain and Inventory Management Trends for the US. Last year’s list of supply chain and inventory management trends to look out for in 2020 included things like “greening” the supply chain (that is, the growth of environmentally-friendly practices in every step of the supply chain), the growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning and globalization for small- and mid-sized businesses.

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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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Paris 2021 – FR – Pierre-François Thaler

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Pierre-François Thaler Co-Founder and Co-CEO. Cofondateur et co-PDG d’EcoVadis, Pierre-François compte plus de 20 ans d’expérience dans le domaine des achats. Avant de fonder EcoVadis, il était à la tête de B2Build SA, la première place de marché B2B pour l’industrie européenne de la construction. Il a également été directeur de la division de l’externalisation des processus achats chez Ariba durant plusieurs années.

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The World Is Dangerously Dependent on Taiwan for Semiconductors

Supply Chain Brain

As China pushes the world to avoid official dealings with Taiwan, leaders across the globe are realizing just how dependent they’ve become on the island democracy.

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The Death of the Supply Chain and Birth of the Digital Supply Network

The Network Effect

The post The Death of the Supply Chain and Birth of the Digital Supply Network appeared first on The Network Effect.

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3D Printing is Changing Global Supply Chains!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Why is 3D Printing Revolutionary for Supply Chain? Get Our EBOOK HERE. 3D Printing is changing global Supply Chains article and permission to publish here provided by Maria Hills. In the past people could be forgiven for thinking 3D printing was ‘for the future’. The pandemic changed all that dramatically.

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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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Paris 2021 – EN – Pierre-François Thaler

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Pierre-François Thaler Co-Founder and Co-CEO. Pierre-François brings over 20 years of experience in Procurement to his current role as Co-Founder and Co-CEO at EcoVadis. Prior to founding EcoVadis, he was CEO of B2Build SA, the first B2B marketplace for the European construction industry. He also spent several years as a director for the Ariba Procurement BPO business.

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FourKites Partners with Infosys to Deliver Supply Chain Visibility Solutions

Supply Chain Brain

FourKites , a real-time supply chain visibility platform, announced a new alliance with Infosys, a global provider of next-generation digital services and consulting, to deliver supply chain process innovations and technology solutions.

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The APIA Secret Sauce: Ingredients for a successful AP Transformation

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

AP transformation is not a new concept in these times. However, Accounts payable teams have long strived to manage the quality of their programs through ERP controls and reporting functionality. But ERP controls are designed around configuration rules and access rights; they do not assess the quality of transactions, nor are they built to assist finance teams in driving process improvements.

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Post Pandemic Stress Disorder in Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic! GET our EBOOK HERE. A year of dealing with the disruptions caused by the Coronavirus , combined with another tough year ahead, has created an environment of Pandemic fatigue of the highest order. Children have had to stay at home instead of going to school.

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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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Procurement 2021: Big Trends and Predictions

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The post Procurement 2021: Big Trends and Predictions appeared first on Ivalua.

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Why One Southern California Trucker Stays Independent

Supply Chain Brain

Hector Padilla comes from a long line of Southern California truckers, but it wasn’t until going to school and dabbling in aviation that he decided to follow in the family tradition.

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Procurement Simplified: Unraveling the Complexities of Procure-to-Pay Technology

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The post Procurement Simplified: Unraveling the Complexities of Procure-to-Pay Technology appeared first on JAGGAER.

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Shared Working Spaces are Great for Business Growth!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Get Our EBook here. Shared working spaces article and permission to publish here provided by Marlene Coleman. Over the years, business models have changed immensely to become much more dynamic and flexible. Businesses are now open to exploring ideas that might have, a few years ago, seemed outlandish and absurd.

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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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AMER 2021 – EN – Sponsors

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Sponsors. Platinum. Gold. Silver. Bronze. The post AMER 2021 – EN – Sponsors appeared first on Ivalua.

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Watch: How Parcel Shipping Is Faring During the Pandemic

Supply Chain Brain

John Haber, founder and chief executive officer of Spend Management Experts, describes how parcel shipping weathered high demand and tight carrier capacity during the 2020 peak holiday season, and into 2021.

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5 Tips for Tool Rollout to Harmonize Processes and Increase Compliance

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The post 5 Tips for Tool Rollout to Harmonize Processes and Increase Compliance appeared first on JAGGAER.

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The Greatest Supply Chain Disruptions and What We Learned

World of Procurement blog

When I graduated college with my shiny new Supply Chain Management degree, I figured I was heading into my first job to work on supplier contract negotiations, optimizing production line output, and all of the other 'sexy' supply chain management strategy we had spent two years learning about. It was 11PM on a weekday when I received the phone call.

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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