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The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility for Procurement

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

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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Watch: Five Emerging Trends in Supply Chain and Logistics Technology

Supply Chain Brain

Demi Obayomi, vice president of Sapphire Ventures, discusses mainstreaming supply chain visibility, the critical role of the customer experience, and the need for comprehensive risk management.

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Everstream Analytics makes the leap from a ‘A Provider to Watch’ to ‘A Provider to Know’

Spend Matters

In this piece, we talk to Julie Gerdeman, CEO of Everstream Analytics, a risk analytics provider that features logistics risk management, predictive insights and weather forecasting capabilities. ( Read more. ).

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378: Achieve 360° Supply Chain Visibility for Greater Control and Optimization, with SDI

Let's Talk Supply Chain

His education in Materials Science Engineering from Rutgers University bolsters his hands-on experience, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the industrial distribution, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain industries.

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Global Supply Chain — Everything About Supply Chain

Procurement Tactics

Furthermore, a global supply chain can be complex and involve a wide range of stakeholders, including suppliers, transportation providers, regulatory agencies, and customers. The use of advanced technologies and logistics strategies is often necessary to manage the complexity and risks associated with a global supply chain.

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How Machine Learning is Transforming Supply Chain Management

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According to research by EffectiveSoft , 50% of supply chain companies will have invested in applications that support AI and advanced analytics capabilities by the end of 2024. Machine learning, a subset of AI, has emerged as a game-changer in the world of supply chain management. Where do I sign?

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What is Supply Chain Management? A Guide to Success

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Logistics and Transportation: Logistics and transportation play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods from suppliers to customers. This includes selecting the most efficient transportation routes, managing carrier relationships, and optimizing transportation costs.