The Supply Chain is Your Oyster
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 30, 2019
If someone had asked me just over a year ago which industries I would consider working in, the supply chain industry wouldn’t have even made it to the bottom of…
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Lessons from the Latest Gartner P2P Magic Quadrant
ivalua
AUGUST 2, 2019
With Gartner’s recent release of their 2019 Magic Quadrant for P2P Suites , it seems a good time to reflect on what truly drives success. As our expectations as consumers continue to grow, it is only natural that we bring those to the workplace. After all, why can’t business purchasing be as simple and, daresay, enjoyable as consumer shopping? The Times They are a Changin.
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Here's How the Internet of Things Advances Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 30, 2019
IoT-enhanced supply chains are driven by three improved capabilities that come from integrating objects and devices into a multi-connected network.
5 Ways that Spend Analysis Software Saves You Money
ProcurePort
JULY 30, 2019
With the advent of cloud-hosted and software-as-a-service (SaaS), high-tech e-Procurement solutions are more accessible than ever. Though every procurement team’s priority is managing spend, not every business unit has the advantage of data-rich and transparent spend analysis software to make it easy. How exactly does technology help? To put it simply, spend analysis is your […].
Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence
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.
What’s the Difference Between Freight Management and Logistics Management?
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 30, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What’s the Difference Between Logistics and Distribution? In business it is not uncommon to hear the words “Logistics Management” and “Freight Management” thrown around interchangeably. “Logistics” and “Freight” both conjure up imagery associated with the movement and transportation of goods whether by truck, car, rail, ocean liner or any other form of transportation.
Nitor and Ivalua Join Forces to Successfully Launch eMaryland Marketplace Advantage
ivalua
AUGUST 1, 2019
Nitor, the leader in source-to-pay transformation, and Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud Solutions , announced the successful launch of the Maryland Department of General Services’ new e-procurement system, eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA), which deployed on schedule and on budget. eMMA is state-of-the-art procurement technology powered by the Ivalua Platform, a global leader in procurement technology.
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A Strategy for Shippers When Markets Telegraph Lower Freight Rates
Supply Chain Collaborator
AUGUST 2, 2019
When broader market rates for truckload freight change significantly, shippers can find themselves paying prices for shipments well outside of what current market rates should dictate. This is particularly true when market rates fall after a period of sustained high pricing. It would seem, shippers are currently experiencing this situation today as the markets telegraph lower freight rates.
The Next-Generation Warehouse is Built on Data!
Supply Chain Game Changer
AUGUST 1, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. World Class E-Commerce Fulfillment Design Principles (Infographic). Article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Dave Joseph at [link]. Today’s supply chains are evolving at a phenomenal rate. The next-generation warehouse will deploy analytics, blockchain, robotics, drones, driverless forklifts, automated storage and retrieval systems, and much more.
Dole: Developing A World Class Procurement Organization to Create Sustainable Value
ivalua
JULY 30, 2019
The post Dole: Developing A World Class Procurement Organization to Create Sustainable Value appeared first on Ivalua.
Striking a Balance Between Supply-Chain Complexity and Resilience
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2019
One of the biggest challenges facing anyone in supply-chain optimization is balancing complexity and resilience.
How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control
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
Does Low Cost Spend Control Matter?
Claritum
JULY 29, 2019
Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. Contents. 1. Introduction. 2. Tail Spend. 3. The Trouble with Tail Spend. 4. How Can I Manage Low Cost Spend. 5. The Right Tools for the Job. 6. Expertise on Demand. 7. Analytics is a Key Capability. 8. Conclusion. 1 Introduction. The critical issue with buying low cost products and services (often termed Tail Spend) is that everything has to flow smoothly and be made as simple and easy to action as possible.
How Supply Chain Can Make or Break a High Growth Company!
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 31, 2019
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! Article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Sam White at argentus.com. A while ago, we blogged about how more Startups are looking to Supply Chain Management to boost their productivity as they scale.
Spend Analytics: Key to Procurement Transformation at Cengage
ivalua
JULY 30, 2019
The post Spend Analytics: Key to Procurement Transformation at Cengage appeared first on Ivalua.
Three Steps to Align Sourcing Tech With Business Strategy
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 30, 2019
Forward-looking procurement teams are embracing new SaaS tools to drive innovation in the sourcing process.
A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026
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.
Chassis Brakes International: Driving a Successful Transformation Across Global Procurement and Supply Chain
ivalua
JULY 30, 2019
The post Chassis Brakes International: Driving a Successful Transformation Across Global Procurement and Supply Chain appeared first on Ivalua.
Sprint: Driving Savings and Revenue Growth with Supply Chain Transformation
ivalua
JULY 30, 2019
The post Sprint: Driving Savings and Revenue Growth with Supply Chain Transformation appeared first on Ivalua.
Arval: Optimizing Purchasing Needs
ivalua
JULY 30, 2019
The post Arval: Optimizing Purchasing Needs appeared first on Ivalua.
3rd Australian Government Procurement Summit – 27 – 29 August 2019
ivalua
JULY 30, 2019
The post 3rd Australian Government Procurement Summit – 27 – 29 August 2019 appeared first on Ivalua.
State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025
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.
Digital Network Platforms: The Opportunities Ahead
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 1, 2019
All stakeholders in market-based ecosystems stand to realize breakthrough opportunities with the adoption of digitally enabled network platforms.
Can’t Cope With a Mass of Customer Complaints? A.I. to the Rescue
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 29, 2019
The old days of the Quality movement seem quaint in retrospect: the banners, the slogans, the prizes and team-building events. Today, quality management is all about information – or, more to the point, how to keep from getting buried in it.
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