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Aligning Finance and Procurement – Phase 4: Leveraging technology to bridge the Finance–Procurement gap

Spend Matters

Technology is a powerful enabler of finance-procurement collaboration, bridging gaps in spend visibility, cost control and data integration. Without the right tools, procurements contributions to financial strategy can remain disconnected from budgeting, forecasting and risk management.

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How AI and Automation are Transforming Manufacturing Supply Chains

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Before Supply Chain Manager became a common job title in the 1990s, professionals responsible for a part of the activity had titles such as Logistics Manager, Materials Manager, Operations Manager etc. This ensures just-in-time (JIT) or just-in-sequence (JIS) delivery to reduce inventory costs.

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Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Supply Chain Management! (Or is that 4,000 years?)

Supply Chain Game Changer

In 1982 Keith Oliver is credited with coining the phrase “Supply Chain Management” As I began my career in 1982 I can attest to the fact that the term Supply Chain was not in general use at that time. Let’s take some time to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Supply Chain Management !

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The One Point Analysts Are Missing? Technology Is IRRELEVANT!

Procurement Insights

Reference : The Standard Procurement System SAP R/3 : Overview : SAP’s R/3 system, introduced in the early 1990s, included modules for materials management and procurement, offering businesses an integrated approach to handle procurement alongside other enterprise functions. Key Features : Intelligent supplier management tools.

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Cambridge Utilizes Real-Time Visibility with Cloud Inventory®

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Cambridge, an industry-leading producer, and distributor of paving stones and wallstones, has significantly improved its approach to inventory management through its transition to Cloud Inventory®, a mobile-first inventory management solution. Continue reading.

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Why a network model makes sense for today’s automotive suppliers

The Network Effect

Focused on outcomes, a competitive supply chain capability not only assures the on-time delivery of component material, but also the execution of inbound supply to ensure the shipment of quality finished goods at a competitive price while delivering on-target margins for the manufacturers. Supplier shipment information accuracy.

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Elevate Efficiency: A Guide to integration of WMS for E-commerce

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Read more about Warehouse Automation: Definition, Benefits and Issues at our Website SCM DOJO What is a Warehouse Management System (WMS)? A warehouse management system is a software solution that provides transparency and visibility to the entire warehouse operations. What are the Features of a Warehouse Management System?