Una

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In this episode of The Sourcing Hero podcast, Host Kelly Barner welcomes back Kris Lance, Senior Director at Una, for a recurring monthly conversation about current news stories. Highlights In this conversation, Kris and Kelly talk about how the Space Development Agency, part of the U.S.

Procurement 81

Procurement Global sourcing Sourcing Supply chain 81

Empowering CPO

JANUARY 28, 2024

Introduction In the dynamic realm of procurement, organizations strive to not only meet their immediate needs but also to establish sustainable and cost-effective supply chains. It integrates market intelligence, data analytics, and robust supplier relationships.

Strategic sourcing 40

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization 40

Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

The global source-to-pay and procure-to-pay outsourcing market is expanding rapidly with the market expected to reach $55.8 Automation A Pipefy survey of business and IT leaders found that for finance and supply chain/procurement teams, improved agility and cost savings were among the primary drivers shared by both areas.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 52

Procurement Heads

MARCH 27, 2023

We’re responsible for the supplier management and then supporting the business in contract management as well. We are having to become much more agile in our approach because suppliers are less willing to hold their pricing. Sustainability is one of those, and supply chains can influence carbon emissions in a huge way.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Agile and Lean Supply Chain Influencing Procurement 246

ivalua

MAY 9, 2023

As the lynchpin to suppliers, they play a pivotal role in combatting the effects of inflation, ensuring supply continuity, complying with regulatory requirements, improving sustainability and other top business priorities. Ensuring supply continuity requires timely and open sharing of information. The same applies internally.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Collaboration Supply Chain Efficiency 130

SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. . These are the textile and spinning mills.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply Collaboration 52

Supply Chain Opz

MARCH 21, 2014

Managing the smooth flow of material and information in global supply chain context has been a business challenge for many years and many companies tries to find the new ways to take the advantage of the shift of global economy. To drive cost of generic products down, using overseas suppliers is a very good option.

Supply chain 105

Supply chain Supply Global sourcing Quality 105

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The Future of Procurement Technology Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Enhancement: Justification : Strengthening supplier relationships through SRM initiatives fosters collaboration, innovation, and mutual growth. This results in better negotiation outcomes, improved quality, reduced costs, and enhanced overall value delivery.

Procurement 52

Procurement Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Empowering CPO

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of procurement, organizations are turning to strategic sourcing services to navigate the complexities and achieve sustainable success. At EmpoweringCPO, we understand the pivotal role it plays in optimizing the supply chain, reducing costs, and fostering long-term competitiveness.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sustainability Sourcing 52

ivalua

JUNE 2, 2016

Niul Burton wrote a great article in Industry Week titled “Procurement 2025: 10 Challenges that Will Transform Global Sourcing”. For those of you who are executives in Supply Chain, Procurement or New Product Introduction/Development, this is a must read. Globalization.

Supply Chain Efficiency 113

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions Collaboration 113

SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. These are the textile and spinning mills.

Supply Chain Efficiency 40

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply Collaboration 40

Spend Matters

JULY 24, 2023

So while this year’s report places a lot of emphasis on operating model set-up and talent management, we wish to highlight the ‘Digitization’ section because Procurement has a clear imperative to build agility and resilience into supply chains. Category management is the core engine for scaling processes.

supply chain budgeting 79

supply chain budgeting Budget Agile and Lean Supply Chain Risk 79

Spend Matters

DECEMBER 22, 2023

With the geopolitical environment continuing its downward pressure on global supply chains, the economic volatility further cemented any cost-cutting measures that were already in place. A GenAI solution that would delight the business user while collecting sourcing requirements, especially when lacking strong P2P compliance.

Procurement solutions 83

Procurement solutions supply chain budgeting Procurement Budget 83

Procurement Heads

MARCH 27, 2023

We’re responsible for the supplier management and then supporting the business in contract management as well. We are having to become much more agile in our approach because suppliers are less willing to hold their pricing. Sustainability is one of those, and supply chains can influence carbon emissions in a huge way.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Agile and Lean Supply Chain Influencing Procurement 130

CPO Rising

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Unrestricted trade coupled with abundant low-cost labor and inexpensive transportation provided global sourcing teams with ample suppliers and continuous innovation — all within a peaceful, conflict-free geopolitical landscape. That all began to change under new […]

Chief Procurement Officer 40

Chief Procurement Officer Global sourcing Innovation Sourcing 40

Una

JUNE 1, 2023

From supplier relationship management and global sourcing to risk assessment and sustainability initiatives, each day brings new hurdles to overcome. These types of jobs quickly become boring, draining your energy, engagement, and stifling innovation.

Procurement 98

Procurement supply chain budgeting Sustainability Negotiation 98

Supply Chain Opz

MARCH 21, 2014

Managing the smooth flow of material and information in global supply chain context has been a business challenge for many years and many companies tries to find the new ways to take the advantage of the shift of global economy. To drive cost of generic products down, using overseas suppliers is a very good option.

Supply chain 61

Supply chain Supply Global sourcing Quality 61

Positive Purchasing

APRIL 11, 2022

How can we renegotiate with existing suppliers or break away and form new relationships? Today, we’re seeing unprecedented changes in our supply chains with UK issues ranging from domestic goods through to raw materials. Suddenly, the idea of relying on China completely changed because the source became unreliable.

Raw materials 52

Raw materials Supply Supply Chain Efficiency Price 52

Una

JUNE 1, 2023

From supplier relationship management and global sourcing to risk assessment and sustainability initiatives, each day brings new hurdles to overcome. These types of jobs quickly become boring, draining your energy, engagement, and stifling innovation.

Procurement 52

Procurement supply chain budgeting Sustainability Negotiation 52

ivalua

MAY 18, 2022

When it comes to the nature of buyer-supplier relationships, we’re entering a brave, new world. Organizations are increasingly dependent on suppliers to successfully bring innovative goods and services to market on time, improve ESG performance, and meet other objectives. Gain control of your supplier data.

Suppliers 130

Suppliers Management Supply Chain Efficiency Collaboration 130

Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

In the current business scenario, where market dynamics are constantly changing, and supply chain resilience is being tested, managed procurement services have gained significant relevance. Risk Management: Procurement involves a variety of risks, from supply chain disruptions to compliance issues.

Management 40

Management Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Supplier relationship management 40

Claritum

JUNE 13, 2019

To my mind, your challenges depend on where you are in transformational change within your organisation, the scope of your function within Procurement and the nature of the organisation’s supply chain. For example, is your focus on strategic long-term supply relationships to support your manufactured product? Speed of supply.

Procurement 32

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Raw materials supply chain software solutions 32

IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

With rising consumer and stakeholder expectations around ethical and responsible supply chains, who supplies your organization’s goods and services is also a C-suite consideration. The sourcing process sits within supply chain management and is used for identifying, vetting and selecting the best suppliers.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Procurement Software

JANUARY 23, 2024

Specific and sustainable supplier catalogues are included, allowing users to benefit from Hivebuy’s bulk buyer conditions. The app is built around its large supplier database. This collects supplier data from a range of sources, then applies machine learning and other technologies to analyse it.

Procurement 52

Procurement supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility 52

Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 14, 2013

In recent years, the auto-id technology such as bar code and RFID together with the electronic data transmission are considered the holy grail of supply chain visibility. Another way to shorten the pipeline is to reduce the number of suppliers or supply base reduction. The answer is NO.

Supply Chain Visibility 98

Supply Chain Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions Supply chain 98

Una

OCTOBER 17, 2023

EPISODE 137 Using Visibility to Combat Supply Chain Abstraction with Frank Kenney By Kelly Barner | October 18, 2023 In the race to build global empires of data and digital systems, today’s businesses must not risk forgetting what all of those zeroes and ones mean.

supply chain budgeting 81

supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 81

Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 14, 2013

In recent years, the auto-id technology such as bar code and RFID together with the electronic data transmission are considered the holy grail of supply chain visibility. Another way to shorten the pipeline is to reduce the number of suppliers or supply base reduction. The answer is NO.

Supply Chain Visibility 55

Supply Chain Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions Supply chain 55

ivalua

MAY 8, 2019

Daniel Koh is currently leading a team of 130 sourcing and pricing professionals globally. He had taken on a few leadership roles in Flex such as Procurement Compliance Director, led the Global Sourcing team, and is currently member of Flex Supply Chain Council and Supply Chain Risk Management.

Supply Chain Efficiency 20

Supply Chain Efficiency Global sourcing Leadership Risk management 20