Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 21, 2021

As the role of technology continues to evolve in the supply chain, where does human expertise fit into the equation?

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ivalua

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The post Making the Case for Diversity in Public Procurement appeared first on Ivalua.

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ProcurePort

OCTOBER 21, 2021

A 3-way matching process is the comparison of a purchase order with the goods receipt note and supplier invoice before honoring said invoice. It determines whether a payment should be made, in full or in part. The primary reason for implementing a 3-way matching process is to reduce the likelihood of fraudulent payments being made. […]. The post What is 3-way matching and why do you need to implement it?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Ground Rules for Creating a High Performance Organization (HPO)! Motivating employees article and permission to publish here provided by Gabe Nelson. Whether your job focuses on operating a small warehouse or you have to handle shipping on a larger scale, finding the right way to motivate the employees who help you get the work done will be important.

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Advertiser: GEP

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Supply chain cyber attacks have been on the rise, with a 42% increase in the U.S. during the first quarter of 2021.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The post 6 Keys to Selecting the Right Procurement Technology appeared first on Ivalua.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How Social Media Benefits Supply Chain! Podcast tools article and permission to publish here provided by Priyank Sharma. Podcast listeners are immensely increasing these days. Brands around the world use podcasting to reach out to their audience. Sharing their brand’s story is not as challenging now that podcasting has become a trend.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Global ports are growing more gridlocked as the pandemic era’s supply shocks intensify, threatening to spoil the holiday shopping season, erode corporate profits and drive up consumer prices.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The post How Payment Innovations can Improve Supplier Relationships & Working Capital appeared first on Ivalua.

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ProcurePort

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The procure-to-pay (P2P) process in any organization begins with the identification of needs and ends with the payment of suppliers and maintenance of proper records. A lot of work happens in between, and proper controls must be in place to prevent errors, fraud, and to build strong relationships with suppliers. A lot of innovation has […]. The post Procure to Pay: Best practices in six key points appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 3 Most Common Freight Forwarding Scams (and How to Avoid Them)! (Infographic). Find and choose a freight forwarder article and permission to publish here provided by Anna Larina. Freight forwarders provide a great service to businesses, as they are the middle-men that transfer products internationally.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 18, 2021

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde warned that the globalized nature of the euro area’s economy makes it highly vulnerable to systemic shocks from supply chain disruptions.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The post Retail Procurement Datasheet appeared first on Ivalua.

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World of Procurement podcast

OCTOBER 21, 2021

World of Procurement is now live as a virtual community on Discord. I set this Discord Server up in secret in March time, and only the legendary Procurement Doctor, Karthik Rama, was in there with me. Big thanks to Karthik for getting involved at the start. I wanted to create a safe space, full of diverse people, to talk about Procurement, Supply Chain and Contract Management.

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Impact of Technology on the Gaming Industry! Nvidia graphics cards article and permission to publish here provided by Beth West. The Gaming industry is becoming progressively sophisticated, and laptop companies are swimming at the same tide. Essentially, high-quality gaming is a modern decoy into luring gamers, and both gaming and computer companies understand this fairly well.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Shay Scott, executive director of the Global Supply Chain Institute, and professor in the University of Tennessee’s Master of Science in Supply Chain Management online program, weighs the factors that might influence American manufacturers to reshore production from Asia to the U.S.

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EazyStock

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Wouter van der Zwaan, Finance and IT Manager at TerraSana Natuurvoeding BV, was looking for a solution to improve his company’s capabilities in terms of inventory optimization. After careful evaluation, TerraSana decided to integrate EazyStock with their existing ERP. EazyStock was rapidly implemented, and TerraSana quickly saw results. Now, instead of managing their inventory manually in Excel spreadsheets, EazyStock automatically calculates reorder points and quantities and recommends pu

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The post JAGGAER Teams Up with Industry Experts for New Procurement with Purpose Webinar Series appeared first on JAGGAER.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Resilient Supply Chain! Passing Fad or Long Term Strategy? Historically most companies have relied on third party companies to handle most every aspect of their logistics. Whether that be ocean going vessels, long distance trucking, or last mile delivery, there are a lot of specialty companies offering these services.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 22, 2021

What is a supply chain control tower, and how has the concept evolved in the age of artificial intelligence and data analytics? Heidi Benko, vice president of product management with Infor, explains.

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Solvoyo

OCTOBER 17, 2021

“Yes” is a powerful word. We all enjoy hearing the answer “Yes” to all our requests, especially in business. But is it possible to receive a positive response all the time? Unfortunately not. The reason behind this is the trade-off concept which is at the core of almost all business decisions. Supply Chain is a …. Continue reading "Always Get a “YES” in your Supply Chain Operations with Concurrent Planning".

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The Supplier Experience

OCTOBER 20, 2021

An Interview on Why Now Is The Time to Be In Procurement with Stephen Day. For this episode of Supplier Experience Live from HICX, we are joined by Stephen Day. Stephen is Chief Procurement Officer at Kantar , a data analytics and brand consulting media company based in London. Stephen’s expertise is wide ranging, from operations management, to supply chain management, multi-country transformation and change management.

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Advertiser: GEP

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Cloud Telephony! How to Set up a Small Business Phone System! International phone call article and permission to publish here provided by Beth West. For those with loved ones in another country or those who travel a lot, international phone plans must have crossed your mind. No matter where we are, it’s always essential that we stay connected to our friends, family, and business from wherever they are.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The global economy’s supply crunch is propelling inflation at such a fast pace that central bankers may be forced to respond, even though fixing that imbalance is beyond their power.

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Solvoyo

OCTOBER 17, 2021

“Yes” is a powerful word. We all enjoy hearing the answer “Yes” to all our requests, especially in business. But is it possible to receive a positive response all the time? Unfortunately not. The reason behind this is the trade-off concept which is at the core of almost all business decisions. Supply Chain is a … Continue reading "Always Get a “YES” in your Supply Chain Operations with Concurrent Planning".

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The Procuretech Podcast

OCTOBER 19, 2021

We’re back with part 2 of a 3 part series of live episodes recorded at Procurement Summit in Berlin on 29 and 30 September 2021. Each podcast features a different theme, focusing on some of the newer, less well-known startups who pitched and exhibited during the summit to bring awareness to some of the exciting new players out there who have a bright future.

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Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Compensation is on the Rise! Supply Chain thrives article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at Argentus. The challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic have supply chain professionals working harder than ever – but compensation is rising significantly to match.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 18, 2021

U.S. organized labor is having a moment after decades of erosion in both influence and power, giving workers their best chance in recent memory to claw back lost ground.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The post Fujairah Finance Department in cooperation with the Fujairah E-Government have signed a strategic agreement with JAGGAER to enhance purchasing operations appeared first on JAGGAER.

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The Good Spending

OCTOBER 17, 2021

Competitive bidding may become bad procurement practice The use of competitive bidding remains an established practice. 30-60% of market approach strategies in private companies and up to 90% in public ones involve the RFP process. Any spending above the minimum threshold in many firms involves at least three quotations. This happens despite the well-known Kraljic matrix recommendation to exercise competitive bidding selectively, e.g., for leverage items.

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Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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