IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In today’s complex global business environment, effective supply chain management (SCM) is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. Here’s how companies are using different strategies to address supply chain management and meet their business goals.

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EazyStock

APRIL 28, 2022

What does supply chain optimization mean? Put simply, supply chain optimization means using technology to get inventory to the right place at the right time – at the lowest cost and highest profit for your business. Supply chain optimization best practice.

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EazyStock

APRIL 28, 2022

What does supply chain optimization mean? Put simply, supply chain optimization means using technology to get inventory to the right place at the right time – at the lowest cost and highest profit for your business. Supply chain optimization best practice.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The primary goals of SRM are to foster hand-in-glove supplier relationships, manage risk, and optimize the value chain. Supplier Collaboration for Agility Your world is characterized by dynamic market conditions, shifting customer demands, new technologies, rapidly changing regulations, and frequent supply chain disruptions.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

When I began my career there was no such thing as “Supply Chain Management” Supply Chain was not a title to be found anywhere on any organization chart. So what exactly is the definition of “Supply Chain Management”? Interestingly there are many views on how to define Supply Chain.

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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. Supplier collaboration is essential for optimizing supply chain performance and achieving long-term business success.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

This not only includes internal data on product quality, operations, machine performance, logistics etc., but also external data such as supplier networks and performance, extended supply chains, and the environmental impact of their operations. Finally, at the highest level, AI takes charge in closed-loop systems.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 3, 2024

Managing inventory is a critical aspect of running a successful ecommerce business. Without effective inventory management, you risk running out of stock, oversupplying certain items, or experiencing inefficient operations that can hinder your business growth.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In supply chain management, total lead time is a crucial metric encompassing the period from customer order to delivery, be it in B2B or B2C scenarios. Production Lead Time: Encompassing manufacturing, quality control, assembly, and related processes. Cost Savings: Reduction in inventory holding costs.

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TYA Suite

MAY 13, 2025

Receiving the goods or services When the supplier delivers the items, the receiving team inspects the shipment to confirm that the correct products and quantities have been received. This process is crucial for maintaining accurate inventory levels and avoiding discrepancies in future transactions.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 15, 2024

In today’s ecommerce landscape, maintaining a robust inventory turnover ratio is essential for businesses to thrive. The inventory turnover ratio is a key metric that measures the efficiency of a company’s inventory management.

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Finale Inventory

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective inventory tracking is crucial for companies to remain competitive and meet customer demands. A well-managed inventory ensures that products are available when needed and helps minimize costs while optimizing operations.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 15, 2024

In the fast-paced ecommerce environment, efficient inventory management plays an important role in ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. One inventory management strategy that has gained significant popularity is Just in Time (JIT) inventory. Continuous Improvement: JIT inventory is not a one-time solution.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Supply chain collaboration is a hot topic today and no wonder: companies that collaborate effectively across the supply chain have enjoyed dramatic reductions in inventories and costs, together with improvements in speed, service levels, and customer satisfaction. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 24, 2024

In the fast-paced realm of ecommerce, efficient inventory management is vital for running a successful online business. Without proper techniques, inventory can quickly become chaotic, leading to lost sales, frustrated customers, and unnecessary costs. Inventory management is fundamental to any thriving ecommerce operation.

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

Strategic sourcing: Adopting strategic sourcing practices enables procurement to analyze the entire supply chain and identify cost drivers. By understanding the components and processes that contribute to the final product’s cost, procurement can explore opportunities to optimize and reduce expenses.

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The Good Spending

AUGUST 16, 2022

Why is supply chain collaboration essential? Once, I was asked what makes the supply chain important to a company. Shadow procurement, supply chain, and logistics have become standard for many companies. The supply chain is the most collaborative function in the business.

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TYA Suite

MAY 13, 2025

Lower costs mean more available cash to invest in other parts of the business like marketing, product development, or hiring. This improved profitability gives the business more financial stability and flexibility, allowing it to reinvest in areas like product development, market expansion, or improving customer service.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 11, 2024

This includes the management of inventory, warehousing, transportation, and fulfillment processes. Third-party logistics providers, commonly known as 3PLs, play a pivotal role in the supply chain industry by offering specialized services to businesses looking to streamline their operations. This is where 3PL excels.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 11, 2024

This includes the management of inventory, warehousing, transportation, and fulfillment processes. Third-party logistics providers, commonly known as 3PLs, play a pivotal role in the supply chain industry by offering specialized services to businesses looking to streamline their operations. This is where 3PL excels.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

BPR examples are not one-time projects, but rather examples of a continuous journey of innovation and change focused on optimizing end-to-end processes and eliminating redundancies. The purpose of BPR is to streamline workflows , eliminate unnecessary steps and improve resource utilization.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 20, 2024

Bulk ordering also helps you simplify your inventory management processes. Evaluating Your Business Needs Before considering bulk ordering, it’s important to assess your inventory requirements and customer demand to determine if this strategy aligns with your business needs.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 14, 2025

How to Turn Your Data into a Strategic Asset for Business Transformation Every business generates vast amounts of data daily, from customer interactions and sales transactions to supply chain movements and employee productivity metrics. Product developers access customer feedback that reveals enhancement opportunities.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

As the nation turns its attention to reasons for gratitude this Thanksgiving season, we here at UltraShipTMS, the Supply Chain Collaborator blog and the logistics industry in general have more than the usual reasons to be thankful. Even in the leaner years, we as Americans always have plenty of abundance to reflect upon.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. This was my first foray into the world of supply.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 21, 2024

Breaking Down the Components of Total Manufacturing Cost Understanding the components of total manufacturing cost is important for optimizing operations and profitability. Direct Materials Cost Direct materials cost includes expenses for raw materials and components used in production.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

Large organizations are comprised of many assets that require continuous monitoring to ensure optimal productivity. While there are a lot of EAM products on the market, this article will help you ask the right questions to find the right fit for your organization.

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Supply Chain Trend

OCTOBER 29, 2021

If we look back over the history of supply-chain planning, we can properly say we are in the third wave of integrated supply-chain planning software (Van Hove, 2019). To become autonomous, supply chains require the new technology of Wave 3 planning systems, which we think of as systems of intelligence.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 26, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “ Seasoned Leadership in Action ™” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

It starts with spend analysis to provide a detailed cost breakdown, providing the information for competitive tendering via auctions using our Sourcing and Advanced Sourcing Optimizer modules, and aggregating spend where it makes sense for better leverage in negotiations. First, organizations need to get full supply chain visibility.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 12, 2023

MTBF is a key performance indicator (KPI) that represents the average time between two consecutive failures of a system or product. MTBF is a measure of reliability, and it is commonly used in the context of warranties, maintenance planning and product development.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Digitalization has had a profound impact on the manufacturing sector, enabling businesses to optimize processes, improve quality and reduce costs. Furthermore, AI can help manufacturers implement predictive maintenance systems and processes, streamline supply chain management, and identify and address workplace safety hazards proactively.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 4, 2024

And while enterprise resource planning (ERP) integrates and manages all aspects of a business, BPM focuses on its individual functions—optimizing the organization’s existing, repeatable processes end-to-end. Increased visibility of order status and inventory levels enables proactive decision-making and exception management.

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The Good Spending

JUNE 15, 2022

T hese routine activities leverage integrated automated systems, enabling supply chain visibility. Examples: framework agreements, Vendor-Managed Inventories. Examples: "as-a-service" offering, collaborative product development, CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment.)

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. I would call myself an accidental supply chain executive!

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 23, 2024

To mitigate supply chain risks and improve business continuity by reducing dependence on many small suppliers. Working closely with fewer suppliers also enhances supply chain transparency and resilience. This evaluation sets the foundation for determining the optimal supplier base to meet your strategic needs.

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Procurement Software

JUNE 25, 2024

Aim for partnerships that offer mutual benefits, such as shared growth opportunities or innovation in product development. Working Capital Improvements Procurement plays a critical role in optimizing working capital, affecting both the company’s liquidity and its ability to invest in growth opportunities.

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