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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 02/18/2022-02/24/2022

All Things Supply Chain

Unethical firms face consequences in EU supply chain crackdown A proposed European Union crackdown on ethical issues including human rights abuses and environmental breaches is being unveiled this week.

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3 ways procurement looks at the cost

ABC of Procurement

Cost, this is the most used word in procurement. Here are 3 ways procurement looks at cost. The post 3 ways procurement looks at the cost first appeared on ABC of Procurement.

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Procure-to-Pay Process: A Definition, Solutions, and Best Practices

ProcurePort

Are you curious about the procure-to-pay process? Yes? You’re not alone. There’s a lot to know about the procure-to-pay process. In this post, we’re going to address questions like what is the procure-to-pay process definition? What are some of the leading P2P solutions and best practices you can adopt within your own organization? If you’re […].

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Companies That Weathered Supply Chain Issues, and What They Did Best

SCMDOJO

The global supply chain issues has caused a damaging ripple effect extending to every shore on the planet. Traditional methods of manufacturing and moving goods have become less reliable, and in particular companies that have prioritized lower costs from overseas hubs have struggled mightily. The companies that were wise enough to see the calamity coming, however, made the necessary changes to avoid catastrophe.

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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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4 Things to watch out for in Logistics in 2022

All Things Supply Chain

Reliable supply chains are the backbone of industry, but they have been repeatedly disrupted in recent months.

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Watch: How Can Supply Chains Embrace Sustainability?

Supply Chain Brain

A discussion about the key role that supply chains play in fighting climate change and ensuring sustainability in their operations, with two analysts from Accenture: Kris Timmermans, senior managing director of strategy consulting and supply chain and operations lead, and Matias Pollmann-Larsen, sustainability lead for supply chain and operations.

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3 Important Artificial Intelligence Trends and Applications!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Over the Next Half Decade! Artificial intelligence will continue to develop and become, perhaps, the most productive technology for business, science and medicine. According to many analysts, Artificial Intelligence trends will affect the development of mankind more than ever the invention of the wheel or the internal combustion engine.

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How Project Management Tackles Supply Chain Complexity

All Things Supply Chain

While technology might make the world seem smaller, the current level of interconnectedness creates additional challenges from a supply chain perspective.

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EU to Enforce ‘Ethical’ Supply Chain With Stiff New Fines

Supply Chain Brain

The European Union’s ethical supply chain rules are a “game changer” but must be backed by “dissuasive” sanctions, EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders said.

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Top 5 Advantages of Automating Invoice Processing

ProcurePort

What is your invoice processing timeline? 21 days, 14 days, 7 days? For the average SMB in America, manually processing invoices can take up to 25 days. In an age where automation exists, such invoice processing lifecycles are unacceptable, not to mention costly! So, if you’ve been wondering why to use electronic invoice management software […].

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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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Strategic Payments On-Demand Demo

ivalua

The post Strategic Payments On-Demand Demo appeared first on Ivalua.

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9 Important Elements of Business Planning!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Tips to Become a Successful Entrepreneur! So, you want to start a business of your own, but you are worried about losing your investment. Well, it may seem like a very risky move, but if you do things the right way, you can end up doing better than you did at your 9-5 job. Moreover, all the stress that you are feeling now will bear fruit if you work hard and remain consistent.

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What Counterfeit Masks Have Taught Us About Supply Chain Visibility

Supply Chain Brain

Counterfeiting can happen to any company, especially those with poor supply chain visibility. How can brands and retailers ensure the authenticity of their products?

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Traditional IBP is dead. Long live Intelligent IBP!

Supply Chain Trend

The evolution of Integrated Business Planning has been at a standstill for years. Traditional IBP process and planning horizon thinking, supported by traditional Advanced Planning and Business Intelligence (BI) systems, limits progress. Sure, over the years new supported planning features have been developed. Faster calculations, a nicer GUI, more simulation capability, a bit of Machine Learning and graph databases, to name a few.

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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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Source-to-Pay (S2P) Demo

ivalua

The post Source-to-Pay (S2P) Demo appeared first on Ivalua.

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Tips to Become a Successful Entrepreneur!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 6 Ways to Attract Investors to Your Startup Business! There’s something about startups and the successful entrepreneur that fascinates people. Maybe it’s the idea of starting your own business with little more than an idea and a lot of hard work, or perhaps it’s the excitement of seeing that business grow and succeed.

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'These Waters Are Hot': U.S. Auction Opens Up Offshore Wind Rush

Supply Chain Brain

When the U.S. last auctioned big plots of ocean to companies that wanted to build offshore wind farms a few years ago, it raked in a then-record-setting haul of $405 million. That’s set to be obliterated Wednesday, when two dozen companies compete to bid on lease areas off the coasts of New York and New Jersey as the scramble to decarbonize the nation’s electric grid heats up.

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6 Ways Technology Makes the Supply Chain More Efficient

The Network Effect

The post 6 Ways Technology Makes the Supply Chain More Efficient appeared first on The Network Effect.

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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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Contract Lifecycle Management Challenges and Solutions

ContractSafe

Contract Lifecycle Management Challenges and Solutions. Do you love motivational quotes and posters featuring adorable kittens “hanging in there”? Then you might appreciate this little gem: You can’t spell challenge without change.

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What is WAX (WAXP)?

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Non-Fungible Token (NFT) Overview! The WAX platform provides everything you require to deploy a successful decentralized application. Whether it is a cryptocurrency-related project or the NFT marketplace (these have taken the blockchain industry by a storm recently, huh?), WAX has the tools to make your journey a successful one.

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Many Climate Impact Disclosures Are a Sham. Here’s How We Fix Them.

Supply Chain Brain

The way in which climate-risk disclosures are currently made leads to inaccurate and misleading reports, with non-actionable metrics that are impossible to compare between companies.

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Getting the Most out of Outsourcing

Procurement Express

As experts in the procurement industry, we have a wealth of experience regarding outsourcing methods. We’ve seen companies nail it when it comes to their process, and when they don’t, companies have suffered massive losses due to ignoring best practices or were outsourcing the wrong way. Not sure if you’re outsourcing the right way? Consider this article your go-to guide for outsourcing and knowing when to insource.

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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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The Buyer's Quest for Prescriptive Sales

The Good Spending

The New Sales Imperative: Changing the Paradigm In this blog, I usually call fellow procurement colleagues to embrace an Agile mindset , open themselves up to suppliers with trust and transparency, and proactively seek value generation opportunities. Suddenly, the article "The New Sales Imperative" in Harvard Business Review unlocked a different view of buying.

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How to Promote Social Networks with Content Marketing!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Create a Marketing Plan Using LinkedIn! Compared to direct advertising, content marketing is a very environmentally friendly way to attract customers. When you generate interesting material, you primarily focus on creating value for your audience and broadcasting the maximum benefit.

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Shipping Rates Resume Rise as Snarls Extend Into Seasonal Lull

Supply Chain Brain

Container shipping rates are creeping higher after staying mostly stable this year, a signal that supply strains remain a drag on a global economy now bracing for an energy shock and geopolitical turmoil tied to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

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JAGGAER Extends Autonomous Commerce Offerings with Automated Access to TealBook Trusted Supplier Data

Jaggaer

The post JAGGAER Extends Autonomous Commerce Offerings with Automated Access to TealBook Trusted Supplier Data appeared first on JAGGAER.

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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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Procurement 2022 Big Predictions Part 1

CPO Rising

For nearly a decade, our team gathers to discuss and review the prior year and lay out plans for the new one. We review, in depth, the key findings and trends from the prior years’ market research studies. We also discuss the highlights and takeaways from the previous year’s briefings delivered by solution providers, consultants, […].

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6 Benefits of Using a Conveyor System for Food Processing!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 7 Ways to Improve Quality Control in Food Manufacturing! There are many aspects encompassing food processing, from mixing ingredients to packaging to quality control. All these are quite involving and you might require a bigger workforce to enable this, especially if you’re looking to expand your operations.

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Watch: A Rough Year Ahead for Transportation and Logistics

Supply Chain Brain

Juan Cazorla, head of the Transportation and Logistics Specialized Industry Group of Regions Bank, offers both a short-term and long-term outlook for the transportation and logistics industry.

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Better Visibility for Direct Spend – Anne-Sophie Le Bloas from Ravacan

The Procuretech Podcast

On this week's show we're digging into the world of direct materials sourcing. It's a part of the digital procurement landscape that's been a bit neglected, except for e-sourcing tools, and my guest this week decided to do something about this. Anne-Sophie Le Bloas, Founder and CEO of Ravacan, experienced in both her native Europe and also in the US, that there wasn't much innovation out there when it came to leveraging digital tools to manage direct materials spend, and set out to remedy this.

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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