IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Starbucks also paid careful attention to its supply chain, ensuring is products were ethically sourced and offering specialty drinks that in some geographic locations could be difficult to find. The company’s early focus on talent management for service employees was a major differentiator, as well.

Business strategy 75

Business strategy Strategy Leadership Ethics 75

Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

Whether you’re a procurement professional looking to stay ahead of the curve, a business leader seeking to drive efficiency, or simply someone interested in business innovation, this post is for you. These technologies enable better supplier evaluation, improved contract management, predictive analytics, and enhanced transparency.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 8, 2021

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Supply Chain Efficiency 97

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SupplyShift

JANUARY 24, 2019

As sustainability and transparency become the new standards for consumers, marketing leadership will have to quickly follow suit. Supply Chain Risks: In a world where citizens and consumers have more access than ever to information about companies, CMOs are working even harder to understand the risks faced by their brands.

Leadership 52

Leadership Sustainability Supply Chain Efficiency Price 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

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Leadership 53

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SupplyShift

JANUARY 24, 2019

As sustainability and transparency become the new standards for consumers, marketing leadership will have to quickly follow suit. Supply Chain Risks: In a world where citizens and consumers have more access than ever to information about companies, CMOs are working even harder to understand the risks faced by their brands.

Leadership 40

Leadership Sustainability Supply Chain Efficiency Price 40

Empowering CPO

MAY 4, 2023

Importance of procurement in modern businesses In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, procurement plays a crucial role in driving efficiency, cost savings, and overall success. Greater transparency: Real-time tracking of procurement activities allows for better monitoring and control of the entire process.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

But few organizations have made the strategic shift to managing “data as a product.” ” This data management means applying product development practices to data. Data product owners that are building or integrating such models must consider trust and transparency when designing the value exchange.

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Supply Chain Trend

MARCH 31, 2017

80% of our new product developments will be successful’. The purpose creates alignment across functions towards a common desire and creates an ethic of contribution to a higher goal. The purpose is used as a guiding light to give guidance for decision making in the immediate, short and long term horizon.

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