Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 2, 2025

Let’s set sail on a journey towards efficient and effective supply chain management. By harnessing the power of data analytics and strategic insights, organizations can proactively mitigate the impact of tariffs on their supply chains while enhancing‍ operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In a world where supply chains drive the global economy, the intersection of artificial intelligence and logistics holds the promise of transformative ‍innovation. Former OpenAI executive, renowned for their expertise in AI technology, unveils a groundbreaking roadmap for the future of supply chains.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 24, 2025

In teh intricate web of global supply chains, resilience is the key to withstanding ‍the unpredictable challenges of today’s dynamic business landscape. As industries evolve and transform,the reliance on traditional databases is being challenged ‍by the innovative capabilities of graph databases.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 2, 2025

This transformation marks more than a temporary adjustmentit’s a paradigm shift in supply chain thinking, where agility, sustainability, and real-time visibility are becoming top priorities. Key Recommendations Summary Impact Lean Inventory Management Reduction in holding costs and improved liquidity.

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

20202024: Procurement as a Strategic Business Partner Accelerated Evolution During the COVID-19 Pandemic : The pandemic underscored procurement’s role in ensuring supply chain resilience , managing disruptions, and navigating shortages.

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Planergy

MAY 8, 2025

How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. These portals improve real-time visibility into purchase orders, payment timelines, and dispute resolution, directly enhancing vendor satisfaction. [5] How to report and analyze indirect spend to identify savings opportunities.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 3, 2025

This week, from January 20th to January 23rd, Logistics Viewpoints brings you a complete insight into the dynamic world of supply chain management. Dive into the latest trends, challenges, and innovations shaping ‍the industry as we unravel the highlights of this week’s developments.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

However, the top three procurement challenges featured in the Hackett Group report demand immediate attention: slashing spending costs, securing supply chain resilience, and modernizing outdated operating models. Maintaining revenue and profitability depends on a resilient and adaptable supply chain.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For years, supply chain professionals have measured success by how well they have been able to drive down costs and drive up efficiency. Just-in-time (JIT) became an artform and masters of the practice achieved new levels of precision. Why is supply chain resiliency important?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

The good news is, it’s possible to alleviate these perilous pain points by building healthcare supply chain resilience. Supply expenses escalate due to over-ordering, waste and emergency orders. Supply expenses escalate due to over-ordering, waste and emergency orders.

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Procurement Tactics

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Additionally, we will show you the steps and give you examples of a successful supply chain collaboration. . After taking the time to read this article, you will have a deeper understanding of what supply chain collaboration is all about. Defining Supply Chain Collaboration.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Understanding Supply Chain Risks Economic downturns act as stress tests for supply chains, exposing vulnerabilities that may have gone unnoticed during stable times. Identifying and understanding these risks is the first step toward strengthening operations and building resilience.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

In response to these challenges, the leaders must rethink their supply chain strategies, focusing on building resilience. Enroll in the Full Course offered by our expert Vera Rozanova on Supply Chain Resilience!

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ivalua

MAY 6, 2021

The pandemic has accelerated this trend, with the Procurement function front and center in the fight to ensure supply chain resilience and continuity, reduce costs and protect the bottom line. Smart software shifts from drilling down on existing data to alerting up, so managers can respond to events or trends in real time. .

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

In times of pressure and crisis , highly responsive and trustworthy suppliers make agility possible. Decision-makers must plan supply chain resilience strategies for a wide range of risk scenarios. That makes agility a foundational part of your manufacturing strategy. Performance and stability can waver.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

In response to these challenges, the leaders must rethink their supply chain strategies, focusing on building resilience. Enroll in the Full Course offered by our expert Vera Rozanova on Supply Chain Resilience!

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

Components of a Modern Supply Chain There are of course differences between sectors, but taking the automotive industry as an example, a modern supply chain typically consists of the following seven elements. This ensures just-in-time (JIT) or just-in-sequence (JIS) delivery to reduce inventory costs.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

CTA April 28, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. The question is, how do you balance all three while maintaining continuous operations and generating revenue at the same time? Roach believes that when it comes to ESG, there’s no time like the present.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] A Balancing Act: Drive Sustainability while Managing Cost and Risk April 27, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. The question is, how do you balance all three while maintaining continuous operations and generating revenue at the same time?

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Planergy

MARCH 18, 2025

Common disruptions such as economic instability, vendor delays, natural disasters, and supply shortages uniquely challenge schools due to tight budgets and rigid schedules. Tools like PLANERGY enhance supply chain resilience by providing real-time tracking, data-driven insights, and streamlined communication with suppliers.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

But before we venture into the depths of innovation in this field, let’s first establish what procurement really is. Importance of Innovative Procurement Models In the era where change is the only constant, innovation has become a necessity rather than a luxury. Introduction A. Understanding Procurement A.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Today, we are seeing significant digital disruption in the business of trade and supply chain financing that is largely influenced by global events and geopolitics, changing regulations, compliance and control requirements, advancements in technology and innovation, and access to capital.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 7, 2023

At the helm of this innovative venture is Rivian’s founder and CEO, RJ Scaringe, whose strategic decision to establish the company’s first factory in Normal has reshaped the town’s trajectory. But what we saw in Q2 is really the beginnings of the supply chain now running in a healthy way.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 28, 2024

This year, supply chain disruptions have posed significant obstacles for small business owners. From global events to the ongoing impacts of the pandemic, these challenges have forced businesses to adapt and find new strategies to navigate through uncertain times.

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TYA Suite

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

If a supplier is struggling with cash flow or facing bankruptcy, it may not be able to fulfill orders on time or maintain the quality of its products. This involves regularly reviewing against established key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery rates, defect rates, and compliance status.

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

IBP requires cross functional alignment to eliminate silos, to achieve accountability for delivering strategic, financial and operational outcomes, and to enable scenario planning that provides forward visibility into the consequences and risks of decisions (Sorensen, 2020). Automation versus Augmentation. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 17, 2024

As these innovations are dynamically reshaping the commerce journey, it is crucial for leaders to anticipate and future-proof their enterprises to embrace the new paradigm.  It can also significantly impact real-time fraud detection and prevention, minimizing financial losses and improving customer trust. 

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Traditional approaches to spend analysis relied heavily on manual processes and limited data visibility. Data Integration and Visibility: Connecting disparate data sources, such as procurement systems, supplier databases, and financial records, to create a centralized and holistic view of procurement activities.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

Sources innovation by engaging suppliers in new product/service development. The procurement team manages the order, monitors quality, ensures on-time delivery, processes invoices, and handles any issues that arise during fulfillment. What are the company's goals for growth, cost reduction, sustainability, innovation etc?

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Empowering CPO

MAY 8, 2023

Effective procurement risk management entails identifying, assessing, and mitigating these risks to ensure a resilient and efficient supply chain. Types of Procurement Risks Supply Risks – Supply risks involve factors that can disrupt the availability, quality, or timely delivery of goods and services.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

Customers receive orders on-time without backlogs. Plan The planning phase focuses on forecasting demand to determine what products are needed, the quantities required, and timing of orders. Accurate demand forecasts enable effective supply chain planning. It improves product availability and order fulfillment rates.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 20, 2025

In the ever-evolving world of business, one thing remains constant – the need for innovation in payments. As companies strive to weather any storm and build resilient supply chains, the role of payments innovation has never been more crucial.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 13, 2025

trends and Opportunities: As businesses navigate through uncertain times and face various challenges such as geopolitical tensions and natural disasters, the demand for supply chain risk management solutions is on the rise.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 17, 2025

In this article, we delve into the key trends and risks that are set to shape the future of supply chains, offering a glimpse into the intricate dance of innovation, challenges, and opportunities that lie ahead. In the realm of supply chain management, innovation is set to be a driving force as we look towards 2025.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 28, 2025

This blog post delves into the top 9 logistics trends that industry professionals should monitor closely in 2025, drawing upon insights from leading organizations such as DHL and Gartner, alongside illustrative real-world applications. This leads to a tangible reduction in fuel consumption and a marked improvement in delivery times.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 20, 2025

In the rapidly evolving landscape of global trade, two retail giants stand at the forefront, ready to navigate a new chapter in supply chain management amidst the turmoil of China tariffs. Implementing IoT devices‍ for real-time tracking of inventory‍ and shipments.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 20, 2025

Amidst the intricate web of global trade and supply‍ chains, the Squamish District stands at the forefront of innovation, implementing a strategic and calculated approach to reducing its impact on the US supply chain.

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