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Event Preview: Container Shipping Conference 2022

All Things Supply Chain

Event Date: 18th-20th May 2022 (online) The Container Shipping Conference brings together more than 650+ senior delegates from Container, Transport and Logistics industries, to probe and explore winning strategies and…

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Request For Proposal vs. Request For Quote: Key Differences

ProcurePort

Have you ever searched for a product or service online, read reviews, compared prices and retailers until you knew you were making the right decision? Well, that’s what businesses do when making purchases, except it’s a more formal process. In business, the procurement process involves having companies and vendors submit a request for proposal RFPs […].

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Top of Mind Issues for Procurement Leaders in 2022

ivalua

The post Top of Mind Issues for Procurement Leaders in 2022 appeared first on Ivalua.

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Global Supply Chains Near Make-or-Break Point for Easing in 2022

Supply Chain Brain

Global supply chains are nearing a turning point that’s set to help determine whether logistics headwinds abate soon or keep restraining the global economy and prop up inflation well into 2022, according to several new barometers.

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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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The IoT Is the Best Solution for Cold Chain Management Problems

All Things Supply Chain

The COVID-19 vaccine rollout underscored the importance of the cold chain to modern logistics and revealed significant challenges.

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Contract Procurement Process: Everything You Need to Know

ProcurePort

The contract procurement process refers to a series of steps and procedures undertaken by a business or an organization when purchasing products and services. Procurement is a crucial function as it helps organizations acquire the resources (products, goods, services, etc.) they need to operate fluidly. The contract procurement process starts when the manager identifies a […].

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Logistics Giants Are Turning to Remote-Run Forklifts Amid Labor Crunch

Supply Chain Brain

As omicron infections keep workers at home and labor shortages disrupt the world’s supply chains, two of the biggest logistics companies in the U.S. are looking to remote-operated equipment as a solution.

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 01/21/2022-01/27/2022

All Things Supply Chain

U.S. Department of Commerce says stocks of semiconductors have ‘plunged’ Manufacturers in the United States have seen their stocks of the chips decline amid the global shortage.

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What is the Difference Between Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable?

ProcurePort

Any business that has a large volume of transactions will eventually have accounts receivable and accounts payables. This happens due to a time lag between transactions and settlements. In order to manage the working capital of the business properly, there need to be clear policies to handle these accounts. Accounts receivable keeps track of money […].

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Avoiding these 6 Cybersecurity Tips Might Harm Your Business!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Why Cyber Security is Important! Cybersecurity tips article and permission to publish here provided by Claire Glassman. With the rising incidences of malware attacks in business, you should put cybersecurity at the forefront of your operations. Many cybersecurity practices have been developed, and they evolve every new dawn to prevent cyberattacks that might take your business through unfathomable losses.

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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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House Unveils China, Chips Bill, Paving Way for Senate Deal

Supply Chain Brain

The House of Representatives unveiled its legislation to bolster U.S. research and development to better compete with China and aid the domestic semiconductor industry, in a bid to negotiate a final bill this year with the Senate.

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Getting your groceries delivered in minutes- How does it work?

All Things Supply Chain

Picture this: I’d been travelling since 5:30 am after visiting family overseas for Christmas.

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The Tactics and Technology Required to Manage Supply Chain Disruptions

The Network Effect

The post The Tactics and Technology Required to Manage Supply Chain Disruptions appeared first on The Network Effect.

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How Business Insurance Can Protect You!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Case Building for Supply Chain Risk Management! Business insurance article and permission to publish here provided by Carol Trehearn. Business insurance is essential. Businesses need several types of insurance coverage to make sure that they protect themselves from claims made against them due to negligence, poor quality, contractual failure and many other possibilities.

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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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Watch: Putting the Pieces of Broken Supply Chains Back Together

Supply Chain Brain

Glenn Steinberg, global and Americas supply chain leader with EY, discusses the drivers behind the “great reset” of manufacturing and supply chain operations.

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Taulia Acquired by SAP

Purchasing Insight

SAP has announced it has agreed to buy a majority stake in privately held U.S. fintech firm Taulia as the German business software group seeks to expand its presence in supply-chain financing and working capital management. The post Taulia Acquired by SAP appeared first on Purchasing Insight.

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Procurement’s Transformation: A 11 step Toolkit for Success

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

The procurement function in most companies has changed from being a support team to becoming a strategic partner in the success of the company. Cost savings is no longer the top KPI for procurement departments. Global CPOs are more concerned with risk management, resilience, sustainability, availability and transformation objectives. The pandemic has underscored how important it is for procurement leaders to have visibility into Supplier Networks as well as Risk Management capabilities to preemp

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The Netflix Effect in the Healthcare Industry!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 5 Ways to Improve Healthcare Quality! Netflix effect article and permission to publish here provided by Rituraj Pankaj. Healthcare logistics is moving towards an approach that involves more technology and data to bring revolutionary changes in the industry. Just like Netflix – the corporation that has changed the way we engage in daily entertainment, the healthcare sector is set to use data to its advantage.

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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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Intel’s $20 Billion Ohio Chip Hub Will Be World’s Largest

Supply Chain Brain

Intel Corp. plans to spend $20 billion on a chipmaking hub on the outskirts of Columbus, Ohio, which the company expects to grow to be the world’s biggest semiconductor-manufacturing site.

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Single vs. Multiple Sourcing: Choose Smarter

The Good Spending

Thoughtful sourcing management contributes to the competitive advantage. The competitive advantage isn't just the virtue of the firm's internal capabilities. Suppliers contribute to it with quality, timeliness, cost-efficiency, and innovation. Therefore, procurement is one of the custodians of the competitive advantage, as it selects appropriate suppliers and moderates relationships with them to obtain the most value.

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Procurement Experts on CPO Rising (A Modern Approach to Source-to-Pay)

CPO Rising

On January 4, 2010, Ardent Partners launched CPO Rising as a new resource to procurement leaders around the world. The site tagline then (and now) was (and is) straight and to the point – “The Site for Chief Procurement Officers and Supply Management Leaders.” Over the years, the firm, this site, and our community have […].

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How to Mitigate the Lumber Supply Shortage!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Lumber Supply Chain is Going Against the Grain! Lumber supply shortage article and permission to publish here provided by Claire Glassman. With new building codes using light-frame construction, there are limits on how many trees are cut down before putting our environment at risk.

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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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Watch: In the Wake of Omicron: What Can We Expect Now?

Supply Chain Brain

Per Hong, partner with Kearney, assesses the impact to date of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, and speculates on how the current crisis will change global supply chains forever.

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What To Do About Low Sustainability Performers

SupplyShift

Globally, businesses are beginning to realize that there is an urgent need for quick, decisive, and meaningful corporate action when faced with the issue of sustainability. As companies act upon their commitments, they realize the critical role suppliers play in shaping their sustainability story. This, for many, raises the question: How do I engage my suppliers to improve?

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5 Common Roadblocks to ecommerce Growth and How to Solve Them

Orderhive

The post 5 Common Roadblocks to ecommerce Growth and How to Solve Them appeared first on Cin7 Orderhive.

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Things You Can Buy With Bitcoin!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Describing the Financial Evolution of Bitcoin! Buy with Bitcoin article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. Are you leaving for a vacation or to the supermarket? If yes, you will be cheerful to hear that now you will shop with your digital coins. Yes, it might be shocking news for some people, but you can indeed buy anything from your bitcoins.

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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

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Why Strategic Sourcing Technology Is Key to Gaining a Competitive Supply Chain Advantage

Supply Chain Brain

This technology is changing the game for supply chain sourcing professionals, putting them in a position to streamline processes, mitigate supply disruptions, save money and significantly add to their top and bottom lines.

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What To Do About Low Sustainability Performers

SupplyShift

Globally, businesses are beginning to realize that there is an urgent need for quick, decisive, and meaningful corporate action when faced with the issue of sustainability. As companies act upon their commitments, they realize the critical role suppliers play in shaping their sustainability story. This, for many, raises the question: How do I engage my suppliers to improve?

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Three “Macro” Predictions for Procurement in 2030

CPO Rising

At the beginning of 2020, my team and I were prepared to launch a large series – “Procurement 2030” on CPO Rising – what procurement would look like in 10 years. It was our plan to make that the primary theme of our research in 2020. But then COVID… Our procurement research theme for 2022 […].

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Why Cryptocurrency Prices Keep on Rising!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. All You Need to Know About Cryptocurrency! Cryptocurrency prices article and permission to publish here provided by Jean Nichols. The digital currency market and cryptocurrency prices have gone up and seen a good boom despite the Covid lockdown in the market. Many digital currency startups also have entered into the space during pandemic times to offer an increasing demand for the coins like BTC and others.

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The Art of Consistent Perfect Order Delivery: Smart Order Fulfillment Through Orchestration

Shippers and logistics service providers are pressured to match the “Amazon effect” for fast and efficient service across multiple B2C, B2B, and D2C channels. Perfect order delivery - on-time and in-full at the lowest possible cost – is critical. However, recent surveys of supply chain stakeholders reveal that many don't have the technology necessary to achieve it.