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Strategic Sourcing + Smart Solutions: The Unbeatable Duo for Procurement Success

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Strategic sourcing and innovative solutions are often viewed as two distinct procurement tools, but they should not be seen in isolation. Strategic Sourcing: The Foundation of Effective Procurement Strategic sourcing is far more than simply choosing suppliers. Done well, it can become a key driver of competitive advantage.

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Mattel leverages diversified supply chain amid new China tariffs

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As the specter of new tariffs on Chinese imports loom large, the toy giant’s strategic use of a diversified supply chain comes to the forefront, showcasing resilience and adaptability in the face of uncertainty.

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Strategic sourcing enters a new age. Are you keeping up? (Part 1)

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Since its inception in the late 1980s, strategic sourcing has always been about getting the best value for the goods and services purchased from third party suppliers. Strategic sourcing requires an intense focus on the total cost of ownership, while incorporating customer needs, organizational goals, and market conditions.

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Körber strengthens strategic and operational procurement with Ivalua and OptiBuy

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Optimization of the entire source-to-pay process for nearly all Körber locations worldwide. As an international technology group with about 10,000 employees, Körber offers products, solutions and services that inspire. Körber’s purchasing and supply chain management organisation is responsible for all procurement processes.

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Using Digitization to Unlock Supply Chain Value for Manufacturers

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Without digitization, many manufacturing organizations see one or more of these areas suffer due to a reliance on manual processes, a lack of collaboration with suppliers, and little to no visibility of risk during the product development process. Digitization Benefit #2: Strategic Sourcing Alignment.

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Thermo Fisher to invest $2B to strengthen US healthcare supply chain – World Pharmaceutical Frontiers

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In an ambitious move set to reshape the landscape of healthcare supplychain in the United States,‍ Thermo Fisher has unveiled plans to inject ‍a massive $2 billion investment. Join us as we delve into the details of this ‍groundbreaking growth and its potential impact on the world of pharmaceuticals.

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How to build a successful product development strategy

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To remain competitive in today’s relentlessly paced and ever-expanding marketplace, companies must think carefully about what products they’re developing and how they’re developing them, continuously iterating their processes to maintain a competitive edge. These seven stages of product development are: 1.