Spend Matters
AUGUST 15, 2024
“Never waste a good crisis” is a phrase worth pondering in the realm of digital transformation for supply chains. Historically, major companies neglected supply chain transformation and digital investments until global disruptions, such as the Covid pandemic, forced a change. 22, at 10:00 AM PST.
Procurement Tactics
MARCH 16, 2023
Become a T-Shaped Procurement Professional Download Whitepaper → Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Importance of Strategic Procurement Strategic procurement is important as it allows companies to align their sourcing strategy with their business goals resulting in an increase in efficiency and minimizing risks within the supply chain.
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ivalua
JANUARY 29, 2020
Retail and tech expert Greg Petro says that, “ while the supply chain moves at a snail’s pace, the consumer is moving at the speed of light… the “see now, buy now” economy is here to stay”. Zara can have similar clothing in its shops just two weeks after a new design idea has appeared on the catwalk.
SCMDOJO
MARCH 24, 2025
Unfavorable PPV Unfavorable PPV occurs when the actual price or purchase cost exceeds the standard price or estimated cost, leading to higher expenses. This negative variance can result from bypassing defined procurement processes, Internal mismanagement, or ineffective price negotiations with suppliers.
Jaggaer
APRIL 3, 2025
High forecasting accuracy on issues such regulatory risk, inflation and supply chain disruptions calls for new skills, as does the capability to build contingency plans and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers and customers, Martin said.
Finale Inventory
JULY 1, 2024
Are you interested in learning about the world of the F&B supply chain? In this article, we will walk you through the basics, key components, role of inventory management, challenges, and technological innovations in the F&B supply chain. One important aspect of the F&B supply chain is inventory management.
Procurement Insights
MAY 21, 2025
There is more to e-procurement than software! Part 1 & 2)” (2007) Key Impact: Process Over Technology: The success of Virginias eVA initiative (8090% adoption of identified spend by 2007) stemmed from methodology, not software. This mirrors the Metaprise Models emphasis on agent-based workflows over rigid tech solutions.
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