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Warehouse management system: how to make the supply chain run like clockwork

All Things Supply Chain

Stock management or inventory management is crucial for the supply chain. It allows a company to track corporate resources, ensure proper stocking and meet the customer demand level.

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CKS Benelux and Ivalua partner with Punch Powertrain to digitalise strategic sourcing

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Solution deployed in 10 days to improve direct material sourcing, increasing profitability. Massy, France 18 March , 2021 – Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, and CKS BeNeLux today announced that Punch Powertrain has successfully deployed Ivalua’s platform to support the digital transformation of the strategic sourcing process.

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What Are The Steps In The Procure-to-Pay Process?

ProcurePort

Purchase-to-pay/ procure-to-pay, source 2 pay process, there just seems to be more and more technical procurement lingo being added each week! Don’t get them muddled up however because they are not interchangeable. Understanding each term and the associated steps in each individual process will make your procurement campaigns much easier. In this blog, we’re going […].

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Watch: Using Quantum Computing to Optimize Shipping Routes

Supply Chain Brain

A look at the innovative application of quantum computing to the problem of optimizing ship and vehicle routes, with Amy Herhold, Director of Physics and Mathematical Sciences, Corporate Strategic Research with ExxonMobil Research and Engineering, and Jamie Thomas, General Manager of IBM Systems Strategy & Development.

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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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Even After COVID Comes to an End, You Should Consider a Fully Automated Warehouse

All Things Supply Chain

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives irrevocably. The way we play, how we live and socialize and how we work has been altered by this insidious virus.

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CKS Benelux and Ivalua partner with Punch Powertrain to digitalise strategic sourcing

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Solution deployed in 10 days to improve direct material sourcing, increasing profitability. Massy, France 18 March , 2021 – Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, and CKS BeNeLux today announced that Punch Powertrain has successfully deployed Ivalua’s platform to support the digital transformation of the strategic sourcing process.

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How to Approach Cybersecurity Through Tech, People and Processes

Supply Chain Brain

While businesses build cybersecurity fortresses for themselves, there are several vulnerabilities at touchpoints with manufacturers, suppliers, global partners and other service providers to consider.

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The Smart Supply Chain in Action!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Preparing Business for the Digital Supply Chain! Oracle Interviews Mike Mortson! Get Our EBook here. As I was recruiting to hire my next CIO I knew that I wanted someone who was more than the traditional I/T person. I didn’t want someone who would just make sure the systems and computers were up and running.

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Three Reasons Public Sector Must Transform Grants Management NOW

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Reason No. 1 – Grants are Mission Critical. The U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) estimates federal grants to states and local governments in FY2019 totaled nearly three quarters of a trillion dollars. To put that in perspective, the US GDP that year was just over $21 trillion and federal spend was $4.4 trillion, making grants roughly 17% of the total federal budget. .

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The Role of E-Procurement in Supply Chain Management

ProcurePort

A procurement strategy is made up of a myriad of components, processes, and systems. In broad scope, procurement is essentially an organization-wide effort. From accounting and finance to inventory, to production and internal operations; procurement affects every aspect of a company across the board. As such, supply chain management is an integral and vital element […].

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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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A Blind Workforce Steps Up to Produce PPE During the Pandemic

Supply Chain Brain

The National Industries for the Blind, in partnership with some 40 associated agencies, has mobilized a nationwide workforce to produce more than 1,500 items offering protection against the COVID-19 virus.

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Should You Invest In Bitcoin or any Cryptocurrency?

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. An Overview of Cryptocurrencies! Get Our EBook here. Invest in Bitcoin article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. It is challenging to find an investment prediction about whether these cryptocurrencies that have suddenly became famous would ultimately be successful or a moving craze.

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8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience for Manufacturers in a Post-Covid World

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Sajid Kunnummal, Vice President and CPO at Navistar, was interviewed in late 2020 by Philip Ideson from Art of Procurement. They discussed the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Procurement and came up with this list of 8 critical supply chain management activities that can help Procurement teams build and maintain supply chain resilience now and in the years to come.

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The DX-Led Recovery: A Return to Optimism

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The post The DX-Led Recovery: A Return to Optimism appeared first on JAGGAER.

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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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Vorto Introduces Reload, an End-to-End Supply Chain Automation Platform

Supply Chain Brain

Vorto, a provider of supply chain sustainability solutions, recently announced the launch of Reload, a new platform powered by artificial intelligence that automates procurement, logistics and back-office activities.

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What is the Right Cryptocurrency Mining Software for You?

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What are Bitcoin Wallets? Get Our EBook here. Mining software article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. In the early days of Bitcoin’s emergence in 2009, relatively few observers expected that it would come to be a realistic alternative to government-run currencies.

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Sean Correll & Tom Grimes

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JAGGAER VPs Roger Blumberg and Amenallah Reghimi Named as SDCE 2021 Pros to Know

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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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What's Shaping the Future of Work in the Warehouse

Supply Chain Brain

A year into the pandemic, the need for reliable warehousing and smooth distribution has become greater than ever before.

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Cryptocurrency Benefits You Should Know!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 8 of the Best Cryptocurrencies for Investing! Get Our EBook here. Cryptocurrency benefits article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. Cryptocurrencies are supposed to perform as cash, an alternate solution to the paper money of the globe, including many in different stages with erosion through interest rates but are in danger of govt seizure.

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Protecting the Frontline: How the NHS delivers 30 million items of PPE a day to 58,000 locations

Spotlight on Procurement

Gary Horsfield, Chief Operating Officer UK PPE at NHS Department of Health and Social Care reveals his experience leading a team with responsibility for acquiring and distributing personal protective equipment (PPE) at speed, to the UK’s Health and Social Care sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. Key discussion points include: How did Gary come to work within the public sector at the NHS, and what have been the highlights?

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JAGGAER Achieves Strong 2020 Momentum, Poised for Further Growth in 2021

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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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If Tesla Is the Apple of Electric Vehicles, Volkswagen Bets It Can Be Samsung

Supply Chain Brain

Volkswagen has big plans for becoming the world’s largest maker of electric vehicles. But analysts aren't sure Tesla can be dethroned.

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Top Cryptocurrencies and Their Positive Aspects!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Cryptocurrencies Beyond Bitcoin! GET our EBOOK HERE. Top cryptocurrencies article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. Weiss Scores, a critical international rating firm for financial firms, recently unveiled rankings for cryptocurrencies, naming Bitcoin, Ripple, EOS, and NEO, as the four best cryptocurrencies.

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Procurement and the Planet: Thomas Udesen and Oliver Hurrey from SPP

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Sustainability is no longer just a box-ticking exercise for companies to get positive PR. That's the message that my two guests today on ProctoCast really want to drive home. We're here to encourage everyone working in procurement to get involved and take collective responsibility for the challenges of climate change through soft action. The decisions we make, and how we elevate sustainability within our own organisations are both key to the long term success of the movement.

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The Positives, Negatives, and Expert Takes of Biden’s Supply Chain Order

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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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China’s Comeback and Nomadic Sourcing: The Pandemic Trends That Will Stay

Supply Chain Brain

China’s comeback, the global shift toward nomadic sourcing and a rising rate of labor abuses are trends likely to linger on.

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 03/12/2021 – 03/18/2021

All Things Supply Chain

Volkswagen to build 6 electric vehicle battery factories in Europe German multinational automotive manufacturing company Volkswagen is planning to become the world’s biggest electric car maker by building six battery…

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How Procurement Can Help Restore Growth & Ensure Business Resilience

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The post How Procurement Can Help Restore Growth & Ensure Business Resilience appeared first on Ivalua.

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Get Ready for Government Mandated eInvoicing

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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