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Lack of system integrations and actionable insights are stopping organizations from accurately measuring performance. REDWOOD CITY, Calif. , March 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on Effective Procurement Performance Measurement.
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“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.
Healthcare supply chain GPO, Intalere, deploys an end-to-end Source to Contract solution across its purchasing functions. New York, NY March 30, 2020 – Consus , a leading procurement services provider, today announced that Intalere , a healthcare supply chain GPO based in St. Louis, Mo., has gone live with Ivalua’s Source to Contract solution.
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“Big Data” is everywhere. The value of quality data has never been higher, and the power to process that data is more readily available than ever. To better understand the impact of big data analytics on procurement, we turned to industry veteran Walter Charles, CPO at Allergan, who sees big data as a major disruptor. To get the details on big data and augmented analytics, download the Gartner report, How Augmented Analytics Will Transform Your Organization: A Gartner Trend Insight Report. .
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Could the CPO Be Replaced by the Chief Value Officer? The Procurement, or Purchasing, function is considered by many to be a necessary but non-strategic part of any organization. But there is a profoundly significant Procurement value chain. Study after study shows that this is a common view held amongst Executives and peer functions alike.
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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
Healthcare supply chain GPO, Intalere, deploys an end-to-end Source to Contract solution across its purchasing functions. New York, NY March 30, 2020 – Consus , a leading procurement services provider, today announced that Intalere, a healthcare supply chain GPO based in St. Louis, Mo., has gone live with Ivalua’s Source to Contract solution. Consus partnered with Ivalua to lead the implementation and transformation effort at Intalere to drive cost savings, transparency and improved effici
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Do You Have Hidden Freight Costs? Freight shipping article, and permission to publish here, provided by Victor at excelsior.ph. For companies trying to make a sale of their goods and services overseas, saving money on shipping expenses is a big thing. There are numerous ways that can assist a company in lessening the costs of shipping while increasing their profit and customer satisfaction at the same time.
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.
Simon Lipscomb, Sales and Marketing Director at Efficio speaks to Sushank Agarwal, Efficio’s SME on GFR/Retail about the impact COVID-19 is having on the this category. Key discussion points include: What impact is COVID-19 having on GFR and the market more generally? What advice/tips would you give to someone under pressure in this category? Can there be any positive impacts either now or in the future?
By mid-March, it had become difficult to keep track of what seemed like the high-speed unravelling of the world’s economy and its means of social connection. Abrupt governmental decrees, designed to contain the rapid global spread of COVID-19, were being matched by equally unsettling private-sector decisions to cancel or postpone public events, college classes, athletic competitions, worship services, and much, much more.
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Best Practices for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable! Accounts Receivable article and permission to publish here provided by Nathan Miller at tesorio.com. Many companies hesitate to upgrade or change their Accounts Receivable System simply because they feel they can continue to achieve the same results using the same systems and processes as they did five years ago.
The agricultural supply chain is one of the world’s most vital conduits between producers and consumers. Yet visibility and traceability remain major concerns.
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.
Simon Lipscomb, Sales and Marketing Director at Efficio speaks to Charles Blair, Efficio's SME on technology about the impact COVID-19 is having on the technology category.
New Ivalua study shows technology challenges are hindering procurement teams from achieving business objectives. Lack of system integrations and actionable insights are stopping organisations from accurately measuring performance . 31 March, Redwood City, CA – Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on Effective Procurement Performance Measurement.
Tarmo Saidla joins me from Procurement Flow, an Estonian startup focusing on: Making workflows more visible for procurement and requisitioners Keeping budgets under control for CFOs Allowing project managers to keep track in real time of what in the process their requisitions for materials and services are at. The classic "to do", "doing", "done" kanban interface of the tool allows buyers and stakeholders to collaborate on projects without the need for silos and email-based communication.
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.
At Solvoyo, we are also concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic. Our thoughts are with all human-kind and hope that the global community will come out of this period with the least damage and the most enlightenment. Nothing will be the same in our lives, so let us prepare for a different future together. What does this mean for the CPG world? We believe that the CPG commercial world is already taking several actions to adapt to the supply chain disruptions of the pandemic.
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Coronavirus Exposes Global Supply Chain Fragility! The Coronavirus situation has now been declared a pandemic. With over 750,000 cases, over 36000 deaths the expectation is the number of infections will continue to grow at an incredibly rapid rate. Countries and companies are taking extreme measures.
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
At Solvoyo, we are also concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic. Our thoughts are with all human-kind and hope that the global community will come out of this period with the least damage and the most enlightenment. Nothing will be the same in our lives, so let us prepare for a different future together. What does this mean for the CPG world? We believe that the CPG commercial world is already taking several actions to adapt to the supply chain disruptions of the pandemic.
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