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SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 29, 2024
In the vast sea of supply chain information, which SCMDOJO supply chain article truly stands out? Dive into our curated list of the top 12 blogs from 2024 that will elevate your supply chain knowledge and give you a competitive edge. Learn More About Evolution Of Supply Chain Management And Logistics 6.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 14, 2025
Subscribe The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! Supply chain management in the U.S. With the introduction of new technologies, businesses can now streamline operations, increase efficiency, and better meet consumer demands. Key Takeaways Supply chain management in the U.S.
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SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 29, 2024
Two prominent online learning platforms, Future Learn Courses and SCMDOJO, offer courses on demand to meet supply chain enthusiasts’ diverse needs. As you know, the supply chain management landscape constantly evolves, necessitating continuous learning and skill development for professionals in this field.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 3, 2025
Global trade is complex, and supply chains are intertwined and interconnected. Supply chain leaders must adapt and use smart strategies to remain competitive. This article explains how to understand US tariffs and lessen their impact on supply chains. This builds resilience during uncertain times.
Spend Matters
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Identifying the need for foundational technology and processes Before joining Utz as its SVP Procurement, Ron had been consulting with the Supply Chain department working on a number of different projects. In addition, the broader supply chain organization was working to implement other new tools and processes.
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 30, 2024
The global supply chain landscape is undergoing significant transformations, influenced by rapid technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and the intricacies of international commerce. Developing Analytical Skills Data analysis is at the heart of effective supply chain management.
ivalua
AUGUST 6, 2025
Indirect procurement sometimes flies under the radar, but its impact on cost, compliance, and efficiency can be significant. While juggling decentralized requests, surprise renewals, and one-off contracts, enforcing policy and staying on budget is no easy feat. What Is Indirect Procurement?
Procurement Templates
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Here’s a detailed guide to enhance procurement capabilities across various domains: Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management Actionable Steps: Analyze Spend Data: Use spend analysis tools to identify areas where costs can be reduced or efficiencies improved. SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g.,
Procurement Templates
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Process Efficiency: Streamline procurement processes through automation, reducing lead times and operational costs. Action Steps: Automate Processes: Implement cutting-edge procurement software to automate routine tasks, reducing manual errors and boosting efficiency. Cut the waffle and get to the point.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 15, 2025
In today’s competitive market, every drop of efficiency in extraction and logistics fuels innovation across supply chains, ensuring that products reach consumers faster and at lower costs. How does oil and gas production drive global supply chain innovation?
HICX
AUGUST 11, 2025
Streamlining procurement processes is essential for running a smooth and efficient supply chain. Integrating procurement activities ensures that each step aligns with business goals and reduces costs while maximizing value. What is Procurement Orchestration?
SCMDOJO
JANUARY 29, 2025
Supply chain reports offer a comprehensive view of your entire supply chain operation. What are Supply Chain Reports? Moreover, i dentifying and mitigating potential risks associated with supplier performance, such as disruptions to the supply chain or quality issues.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 21, 2025
The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! Emerging from the shadows of standard methods, custom logistics and transportation platforms are shaping the future of the supply chain industry. Impact on the Future of Supply Chain The advent of custom platforms is revolutionizing supply chain processes.
ivalua
JULY 3, 2025
Direct and indirect procurement are two fundamental approaches in supply chain management, each serving distinct functions within an organization. Both focus on improving efficiency and reducing costs but differ in their strategic approach and impact on the core business operations.
Supply Chain Game Changer
FEBRUARY 16, 2025
The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! In the complex world of business, the supply chain serves as the backbone, connecting the dots between production and customer satisfaction. Its efficiency directly influences a company’s ability to compete and thrive in the marketplace.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 16, 2025
The Resilient Supply Chain! Supply chains are believed to be the backbone of your business operations. Supply chain disruptions are unpredictable but can be controlled. There’s no supply chain immune to the disruptions. Technology advocates for automation of the supply chain processes.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 23, 2025
Product Packaging Ideas to Reduce Costs! Packaging systems play an integral role in supply chain operations, from manufacturing to distribution of products to end users. This supply chain article will focus on the importance of packaging in businesses to help you determine the best packaging systems for your brand.
SCMDOJO
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Procurement professionals can contribute significantly to the S&OP process by providing valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, identifying potential risks, and optimizing sourcing strategies. Help Forecast Upstream Supply Constraints Early Warning Signs: S&OP can identify potential demand increases.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 19, 2025
Navigating these charges can be challenging for businesses, but understanding them is critical for cost-efficient shipping. This guide will break down the various elements of freight tariffs, providing insights into how businesses can manage and predict shipping costs more effectively. Here are some tips to consider: 1.
Procurement Insights
JUNE 7, 2025
Hansen’s early concepts—especially his 1998 frameworks involving agent-based modeling , the Metaprise , time-zone polling , and advanced self-learning algorithms —share fundamental DNA with the adaptive, decentralized, and data-rich supply chain models later refined and scaled by Jeff Bezos at Amazon. MODEL 2 Jon W.
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 21, 2025
Skip to main content Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. Tariffs have become one of the most disruptive variables in global supply chains. From the U.S.-China
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 21, 2025
Skip to main content Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. times higher than operational emissions, according to data from the U.S.
Procurement Insights
JANUARY 3, 2025
Here’s a breakdown of the shifts over this period: 2011: Procurement as a Tactical Function Primary Focus on Cost Savings : In 2011, CFOs largely viewed procurement as a cost-control function , tasked with negotiating contracts, reducing spend, and maintaining compliance with budgets.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 5, 2025
Subscribe The Complexity of the Lego Supply Chain! Supply chains in the energy sector are among the most complex and capital-intensive in the world. Each of these actors introduces interdependencies, legal considerations, and transaction costs. It’s about capital flow, asset risk, and regulatory layering.
Arkestro
DECEMBER 3, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, December 3, 2024 – Arkestro is excited to announce its partnership with the Infor Marketplace , a powerful collaboration designed to enable AI-driven procurement, sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain management transformation for enterprise manufacturing teams worldwide. See Arkestro in action at arkestro.com.
Spend Matters
MARCH 25, 2025
However, the reality is that stakeholders, including budget owners, business units, etc., largely control procurements level of influence. Procurements ability to engage, influence and align with stakeholders determines the extent to which digital transformation efforts deliver sustainable and measurable benefits.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 13, 2025
Dogecoin’s rapidly expanding influence in digital finance can be seen across various industries, including supply chain management. Plus, its decentralized nature reduces banking procedures with associated bureaucratic delays! Subscribe What Can You Do With Dogecoin?
Procurement Insights
JULY 2, 2025
The 2007 article is a worthwhile read as it demonstrates the potential repercussions of excluding supply chain personnel in the early planning stages of an organization’s M&A strategy.) If it did, then 85% of all e-procurement and supply chain initiatives would not fail. SCADA in energy or Epic in healthcare).
Skill Dynamics
JANUARY 14, 2025
Finance and Cost Management Being able to efficiently and effectively manage and control procurement budgets and general costs will lead to stronger financial control across your business , increased cost efficiencies, and a better allocation of resources, which allows you to enhance profitability and improve your team.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 24, 2025
This change in perspective has influenced how businesses portray their supply chain management and vendor relationships, making these functions pivot to spearhead competitive advantage. Cost Management and Financial Performance These functions directly influence business success through cost management.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
The process creates efficiencies across all spend categories, minimizes supply chain risks through improved supplier selection and awards, while giving visibility into pricing and forecasting. Analysis should be focused on risks and opportunities while factoring in all costs and sources of added value.
SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Introduction As global supply chains evolve, ensuring cost efficiency is crucial. One way to assess the cost performance of any function within the supply chain is through Cost Performance Index (CPI). What is the Cost Performance Index (CPI)? According the research paper by Winanda et.
Finale Inventory
JULY 18, 2025
Supply Chain Optimization Software: The Strategic Edge for Growing Brands Growing ecommerce and retail brands can no longer rely on spreadsheets to juggle multiple warehouses, Amazon FBA limits, and fast-moving SKUs. Stock-outs alienate customers, aged inventory fees drain cash flow, and rising logistics costs erode profit margins.
SCMDOJO
MARCH 24, 2025
The metric results in either a favorable or unfavorable variance, influenced by internal or external factors. A favorable variance indicates that the company is spending less than planned, whereas a positive outcome means the company is spending more than the planned budget. per unit, reducing the actual cost to $90,000.
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 23, 2025
Skip to main content Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. Add to this the pace of technological change in the supply chain space, and you have a perfect storm of challenges facing procurement departments across industries.
Spend Matters
JUNE 26, 2025
This year’s findings present a picture among ‘Digital Masters’ of a decisive upswing in investment in procurement technology to the tune of 20% of their budget – nearly twice that of 2023. More than two-thirds prioritize greater visibility into the supply chain and two-thirds on enhancing supplier information sharing and collaboration.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 11, 2025
From planning and logistics to packing and transportation, a commercial move requires careful financial planning to ensure a smooth transition without breaking the budget. By understanding the factors contributing to commercial relocation costs, businesses can make informed decisions and effectively manage their budget for a successful move.
Future Purchasing
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Public procurement departments are navigating a complex landscape of challenges, including regulatory shifts, inefficiencies, difficulty building resilient supply chains, and an increasing demand for sustainability and transparency. Inflation creates budget pressure, meaning teams must deliver more with less.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Today Im joined by supply chain software brand Manhattan Associates. Manhattan provide more than just supply chain solutions. Today Mandar Rahatekar, Senior Director of Research and Development at Manhattan, joins me to talk all about the power of unified supply chain planning. Im a mechanical engineer.
SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Optimise Inventory Planning with this Free Inventory Ageing Report Enhance Supply Chain Visibility In Inventory Life Cycle: When we discuss supply chain and inventory life cycle together, one crucial aspect is better visibility, which will allow us to learn more about potential business descriptions and bottlenecks.
Procurement Software
JUNE 1, 2025
Procurement professionals must often influence without direct authority. They identify decision-making patterns and influence networks. Diplomacy, influence, and persuasion These represent procurement’s highest-level soft skills. Modern procurement teams compete for executive attention and budget allocation.
TYA Suite
AUGUST 12, 2025
It is especially important in departments such as procurement, finance, operations, and IT, where vendor decisions can directly impact cost, quality, and efficiency. Write down what product or service is required, technical specifications, volumes, delivery timelines, budget range, compliance needs, and performance metrics.
Jaggaer
MAY 16, 2025
In many industries, procurement is responsible for managing significant budgets which means it holds a key lever for business performance. This means that, beyond cost savings, they can also influence the top line. Proper orchestration of supply chains enhances corporate resilience. Its actually quite obvious.
Arkestro
JUNE 9, 2025
Arkestro Chief Strategy Officer and Founder Edmund Zagorin led a discussion sharing how Arkestro’s predictive procurement platform helps streamline complex supply chains and has enabled companies to reduce costs and cycle times while significantly boosting productivity.
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