All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 19, 2021
Recently, supply chains in many businesses have become vulnerable due to uncertainties surrounding the current business environment due to impacts such as the pandemic.
ivalua
APRIL 22, 2021
While companies have capitalized on globalization over the last few decades, the COVID-19 pandemic exposed a number of weaknesses within supply chain and procurement industries. According to the Institute for Supply Management , 75% of companies noticed disruptions in their supply chain network that were the direct result of the Coronavirus. This has led many companies to consider diversifying their networks to include more onshore suppliers in order to reap the benefits of having a supply chain
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ProcurePort
APRIL 22, 2021
There’s an old phrase that goes, ‘communication can’t be a one-way street.’ The saying applies to communication in all of its contexts really, from personal to professional or otherwise. The same principle applies directly to the pursuit of building long-lasting customer or client relationships in professional settings. Taking this a step further, it also is […].
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 19, 2021
David Simchi-Levi, professor of engineering systems at MIT, brings us up to date on the results of applying a supply-chain “stress test” to companies in multiple industries.
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.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 23, 2021
A career in Supply Chain can be fun, creative, rewarding, and smart for the long term, so if you want to learn more about “How to Career Change To Supply Chain”, you are on right track! Businesses will always need supply chain professionals to manage the information flow & product flow of their products, no. Continue reading. The post 6 Strategies To Make a Career Change To Supply Chain appeared first on SCMDOJO.
ivalua
APRIL 20, 2021
Your organization’s total spend is a powerful tool to wield. Leveraging purchasing power to capture volume- based pricing within a competitive supply chain builds sticky relationships with healthy suppliers, keeps input costs low, and acts as a hedge against inflation. If we apply the adage of, “Whomsoever holds the gold makes the rules”, we can further leverage this purchasing power to unlock working capital, improve capital efficiency, and generate savings.
Purchasing & Procurement Zone brings together the best content for professionals in the purchasing and procurement field from the widest variety of thought leaders.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 20, 2021
As demand for faster fulfillment surges, the sweet spot where customer experience meets cost efficiency gets smaller. Ballooning trip volumes, LTL capacity crunches, increasing fuel consumption, lack of driver availability and the need to scale self-service type delivery models pose significant operational challenges for 3PLs/carriers. To help you address these challenges, hear how global 3PLs/carriers efficiently balance customer experience and operational costs by leveraging intelligent delive
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 18, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Comparing the Most Popular Crypto Exchanges! Get Our EBOOK HERE. Cryptocurrency exchange article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. A cryptocurrency, sometimes known as web exchange rates (DCE), is now a company that helps consumers swap cryptocurrency and crypto wallets with other commodities like traditional paper money and additional virtual money.
ivalua
APRIL 23, 2021
The post How Procurement Can Become the Growth Engine for Your Business appeared first on Ivalua.
ProcurePort
APRIL 20, 2021
Supply is a huge part of the economy. Making sure that materials are getting where they need to so that businesses can continue to operate is a vital aspect of a thriving economy. The last year demonstrated this first-hand for society. With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chains all across the globe began […]. The post Getting Real and Resilient in Direct Procurement Execution appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.
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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?
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 18, 2021
Abe Eshkenazi, chief executive officer of the Association for Supply Chain Management, discusses the findings of a new report by ASCM and the Economist Intelligence Unit, examining how more than 300 publicly listed companies withstood and responded to supply-chain shocks of the last year.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 17, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. All you need to know about cryptocurrency article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. You need a way to swap your fiat currencies for crypt if you buy it for the first time. Users can purchase, sell, and retain cryptocurrencies via crypto exchanges. Currently, these organizations charge fees when ordering and withdrawing funds.
Negotiation Training by TableForce
APRIL 22, 2021
How to negotiate price increases, both getting a price increase for sellers as well as defending against price increases for buyers, is a HOT topic at the moment. Geopolitical decisions have disrupted global supply chains and sellers have all the power right now. Buyers are often negotiating delivery dates, and quantities, sometimes price doesn’t [.
SpendHQ
APRIL 20, 2021
The post Spend Matters Names Spend Analytics Software Solution SpendHQ Value and Customer Leader in Q1 2021 SolutionMap appeared first on SpendHQ.
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
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 21, 2021
Sixty percent of global consumers cite sustainability and social responsibility as essential considerations when choosing which products to buy. They look to their preferred food brands to make the best decisions, but are those companies looking out for their consumers’ best interest?
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 22, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Use Your Small Business Credit Card Wisely. Payment protection tips article and permission to publish here provided by Muhammad Zayan. When you run an online business, it’s your responsibility to keep the business secure, both for yourself and your customers. To handle various issues with payment gateway worldwide functionality, you need to take care.
Negotiation Training by TableForce
APRIL 22, 2021
Negotiating price increases, both getting a price increase for sellers as well as defending against price increases for buyers, is a HOT topic at the moment. Geopolitical decisions have disrupted global supply chains and sellers have all the power right now. Buyers are often negotiating delivery dates, and quantities, sometimes price doesn’t come up [.].
Jaggaer
APRIL 20, 2021
The post JAGGAER Release 21.1 Empowers Global Procurement Teams, Improves User Experience, and Automates Daily Tasks appeared first on JAGGAER.
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Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 22, 2021
The pressure to develop a customer-centric supply chain has been growing for years, a timeline that was drastically accelerated by the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 23, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. GET our EBOOK HERE. Disinfecting your business article and permission to publish here provided by Susan Melony. Cleaning has always been an important consideration when running a business. It is even more important now. COVID-19 has shown us just how quickly germs can spread. Not only will disinfecting your business help prevent this virus from spreading, it can also keep you and your employees safe from other viruses, like t
Negotiation Training by TableForce
APRIL 20, 2021
Is Negotiation Compatible with Having a Goal of Sustainability? Negotiation is about getting the best deal we can, isn’t it? So, how can we think sustainably when we are negotiating with customers and suppliers and we have financial targets to hit and bosses to impress? Although what does “sustainability” mean anyway? In business it’s about [.
Spotlight on Procurement
APRIL 20, 2021
Paul Ekins OBE, Professor of Resources and Environmental Policy at University College London (UCL) boldly speaks out on sustainability and environmental economics. Paul is one of the most esteemed thinkers in this field and was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2015 New Year Honours for services to environmental policy.
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,
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 21, 2021
Rob Handfield, Bank of America Professor of Supply Chain Management with the Supply Chain Resource Cooperative in the Poole College of Management at North Carolina State University, discusses the reasons behind the current worldwide shortage of ocean containers, and what carriers and manufacturers must do to solve it.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 20, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Last Mile Delivery: Stop Shipping Air and Empty Boxes! Get Our EBOOK HERE. During the pandemic more people have been shopping online than ever before. It stands to reason that with lockdowns in place and many physical stores being closed, that ECommerce ordering and shipping is a great alternative to face to face shopping.
Negotiation Training by TableForce
APRIL 20, 2021
Negotiation Meets Sustainability – A Personal Story I talked in my last blog about how negotiation can genuinely create lasting and sustainable benefits for all stakeholders by focusing on needs and not wants, working on really understanding the other side’s sheet of paper, not falling prey to one’s ego and listening. This will then lead [.
Procurement Rising
APRIL 18, 2021
Ian Maher is the Vice President & Head of Strategic Sourcing at Global Atlantic Financial Group, but he wasn’t always. In this episode, Ian shares his approach to onboarding into a new Chief Procurement Officer role, the important role that relationships have played in his success, and the value of data in managing third-party contracts. Thinking about taking a new job in procurement?
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 19, 2021
The debate over what constitutes a “gig worker” rages on, but that hasn’t stopped the gig economy from exploding.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 22, 2021
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Truckers and the Future of Work! Get Our EBOOK HERE. Younger workers in trucking article and permission to publish here provided by Susan Melony. Trucking is one of the most important industries in all of America, with trucking companies responsible for supporting the vast majority of the nation’s communities and helping to transport countless tons of freights from place to place every single day.
Negotiation Training by TableForce
APRIL 20, 2021
Negotiation Meets Sustainability: I have been exploring the theme of how effective negotiation is compatible with a mindset of sustainability, and not focused on simply price and cost. The proliferation of Impact Investing is a clear sign that having a purpose to do good and not just make profit is the way forward, and [.
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 23, 2021
Over €172 million of products stolen from supply chains in EMEA Product thefts from supply chains in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) in 2020 produced losses of more…
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