NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2023

Supply chain visibility is essential for successful procurement, as it enables businesses to proactively manage risks and optimize their supply chain. By having a clear view of their entire supply chain, businesses can identify potential issues and take steps to mitigate them.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

In particular, the integration of Shopify CRM, about which you may read here [link] , is turning out to be an important tactic for businesses that aspire to harmonize their supply chain operations with timely customer insight, personalized service, and elastic fulfillment. Check out this course by Vera Rozanova!

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 29, 2025

Supply chain reports are data-driven documents that provide key metrics and insights into various aspects of your supply chain, including: Inventory Levels Tracking stock levels in real-time to ensure adequate inventory to meet demand while minimizing holding costs.

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Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 7, 2025

Global conflicts, macroeconomic shocks, and shifting global trade routes are all combining to provide real challenges to modern supply chains, and are driving the uncertainty that organizations feel. Businesses should try to leverage real-time data to allow for quick and informed decision-making to minimize delays.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 2, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Last-mile delivery visibility is key to business success. Moreover, 47% of customers refuse to even place a second order with a business with poor delivery visibility. Predictive visibility.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Today I’m joined by forward-thinking tech company Beacon Technologies – a brand that says, when it comes to supply chain, they believe in power to the people! Beacon’s supply chain visibility platform is a central hub for real-time ocean and air freight tracking, supply chain performance analytics and carbon emissions reporting.

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Jaggaer

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Opportunities for Procurement Technology As we look toward 2025, European businesses are reshaping their supply chains to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape. A recent report by Maersk and Reuters Events highlights that 68% of companies are making supply chain visibility and monitoring solutions a top priority.

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Una

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Why Do We Need Supply Chain Visibility? Supply chain visibility is a critical factor for organizations aiming to mitigate risks, optimize processes, and capitalize on opportunities. But why does achieving comprehensive visibility remain a pressing challenge for so many businesses?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 21, 2023

Supply chain visibility has been the missing link since the shockwaves of 2020 rippled throughout the world and consumers felt the impacts of broad-based supply chain issues. But what does supply chain visibility mean? The reason boils down to a single word— barriers.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Leveraging Technology: Implement procurement software and analytics tools to gain better visibility into spending patterns , identify areas of inefficiency, and automate processes. Maintaining revenue and profitability depends on a resilient and adaptable supply chain.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 16, 2023

In a 4PL model, the external provider (also known as the lead logistics provider or LLP) manages and coordinates all aspects of the supply chain , including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and distribution. 4PL providers usually offer more strategic insight and management over the company’s supply chain.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

A resilient supply chain is one that can absorb shocks and continue functioning with minimal disruption. An adaptable supply chain can quickly adjust to changes in demand, supply, or other external conditions. In an environment of economic uncertainty, the importance of a robust supply chain cannot be overstated.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

So why is it that the Supply Chain in so many companies is being run without the end to end visibility needed to even function, yet which we have in our personal lives? In this age of exponential growth in digital connectivity the time has come to ensure you have End to End Supply Chain visibility.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2023

But before we get to that, let’s establish why supply chain visibility matters. Why Supply Chain Visibility Matters In the First Place Supply chain visibility refers to the ability to track and monitor products as they move through the supply chain.

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FourKites

DECEMBER 16, 2020

These companies represent two of FourKites’ oldest partners, so I was delighted to have an opportunity to speak with them and learn a bit about each company’s unique perspective on the growing role of platforms and location visibility within the supply chain. On-time in-full, or OTIF, is another consideration.

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TYA Suite

MAY 23, 2025

Managing a successful supply chain requires more than just ensuring products are delivered on time its about building strong, effective partnerships with your suppliers. has an important role to play. Supplier collaboration is essential for optimizing supply chain performance and achieving long-term business success.

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FourKites

DECEMBER 9, 2020

At its core, rolling out a real-time transportation visibility platform – or any enterprise technology, for that matter – is both a change management project and a leadership opportunity. Understand where your supply chain digital strategy is going in your company, and tightly link a visibility tool with that effort.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain. Collaboration across Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and beyond requires visibility and communication regarding capacity, cost, risk, order quantities, inventory levels, quality , timelines, logistics, and more.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The holiday crunch intensifies as consumer demands spike, leading to ‍logistical complexities and inventory management ‍issues. Moreover, amidst discussions on tariff implications and trade agreements, supply chain experts must stay informed and agile to adapt to changing regulations and market dynamics.

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ivalua

JANUARY 24, 2022

Data is central to successful digital transformation to relay real-time information and greater visibility into operations and resource allocation. Alex, how important was data during and after the pandemic? Alex, how did organizations respond to pandemic supply chain issues? Timeliness is also important.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 4, 2023

06.40] A closer look at current supply chain challenges, and what SDI are seeing with their clients. Not having that visibility is a real challenge for organizations… getting the parts they need at the right time… and the ongoing labor issues.” We look to augment and enhance – it’s a real partnership.”

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Procurement Insights

MARCH 18, 2024

“Supply chain visibility refers to the ability to track and monitor products, materials, and information as they move through the various stages of a supply chain, from the sourcing of raw materials to the delivery of the final product to the end consumer. Keep that in mind.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

– The Role of AI in Shaping the Future of Retail and Supply Chain The integration of AI technology into the retail and supply chain sphere is revolutionizing the industry as we certainly know it, paving the way for a dynamic future in 2025 and beyond.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 14, 2020

So why is it that the Supply Chain in so many companies is being run without the end to end visibility needed to even function, yet which we have in our personal lives? In this age of exponential growth in digital connectivity the time has come to ensure you have End to End Supply Chain visibility.

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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.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Great supply chain executives will leverage long-term partnerships to maintain favorable terms. More important, they’ll strive to create favorable relationships for both sides, giving suppliers a reason to trust them. Increasing demand for supply chain visibility. Reshoring and supply chain reconstruction.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

[Read More: ERP Master Data: A Guide to Improve Quality & Governance ] Role of Data Analysis through Barcode Scanning and Point-of-Sale Systems Data analysis is at the core of Walmart’s supply chain prowess.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2023

As a result, businesses can optimize their logistics processes using Orchestration and save time and resources. This technology allows businesses to monitor their supply chain from order placement to final delivery in real-time. Why is 3PL Integration important?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

As reported by Jeff Berman of Supply Chain 24/7 , “[up to] 70% of B2C companies and 60% of B2C companies are focused on the full implementation of their respective ecommerce supply chain strategies, with 70% of total respondents viewing ecommerce at ‘very important’ or ‘extremely important,’ as it relates to volume and revenue.”.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the key components of supply chain management, best practices, and how they can be tailored to specific industries. We’ll also delve into the importance of technology and data analytics in optimizing supply chain operations.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The importance of digital procurement is increasing rapidly. Collaborating with the suppliers without any systems would mean wasting time searching through voicemails, printed documents, and email threads to locate the needed information. Real-time data and analytics.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS)! . There are tremendous benefits but there are obstacles, real or perceived, that get in the way. Many years ago I started a Supply Chain Services business as a new service within the company. And they would not have the end to end supply chain visibility that can come with a TMS.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Yet it is managed by one or two people, with no support, and no visibility from upper management. Cost is a very important reason to ensure that you have a robust Freight Management strategy. Supply chain visibility is also incredibly important these days. You can not get this visibility without a plan.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Real-time Tracking of Temperature Levels for Reefer/Freezer Trailers is a Boon for Food Shippers Working to Comply with Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Mandates. A six billion dollar US protein producer/processor was an early adopter of the temperature tracking service integrated with their implementation of UltraShipTMS.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 3, 2022

SEKO provides complete supply chain solutions, specializing in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing. Powered by their innovative and customizable IT solutions, SEKO provide a seamless flow of information, giving their ever-growing customer base true supply chain visibility.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 14, 2021

At their root, these two roles coexist with conflicting purposes, but function stronger together than they do apart, as they are — at times — seemingly contrary forces that actually are complementary, interconnected, and interdependent in any business. CPOs “gave supply chain sustainability a ranking of 7.2 The Yin and Yang.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

As a supply chain management, logistics plays a crucial role in modern commerce and global trade. Each warehousing, transportation, and distribution step is increasingly important and should be carefully thought through to make the process uninterrupted and persistent. Inventory Management Software.

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