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Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience

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Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience February 8, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Procurement stepped up to become a crucial driving force for business continuity. Work to achieve 100% supply chain visibility.

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The Supply Chain Management Playbook: Your Game Plan for Operational Success

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What is Supply Chain Management (SCM) Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the management of the flow of goods, services, information and finances as they move from raw materials to final product, from manufacturer to consumer. The ultimate goal of SCM is to reduce costs while satisfying customer demands.

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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

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Procurement differs from purchasing in a few key ways: Strategic focus : Procurement has a strategic, long-term focus on analyzing spend, reducing costs, managing supplier relationships, and mitigating risk. Purchasing is more transactional and tactical. Purchasing's value-add is more limited.

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Digital Procurement Tools: How much do they cost?

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You don’t need a 6-figure software budget or a large sum to hire consultants for implementation. There’s plenty of digital procurement solutions out there for every budget. So, we’re going to take a quick look at three different price brackets and examine what you can buy with this budget. Let’s dive in.

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5 Big Ideas for CPOs in Europe to Develop Procurement Strategies for 2023

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As per the experts “ PLAN for 2023 requires a synergy between people, process and technology aspects.” Technology: CPOs should look for an integrated platform to manage all the spending and processes, such as third-party risk, sourcing, supply chain, invoicing, contracting, and payments.

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The Key Benefits of Outsourcing to Managed Procurement Services

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These experts don’t just handle the purchasing, but they also bring in their knowledge, skills, and technology to streamline the process, manage risks, and ultimately, unlock greater value for the business. Risk Management: Procurement involves a variety of risks, from supply chain disruptions to compliance issues.

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Innovative Procurement Models: Exploring Different Approaches

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Common models include the ‘three-bid and buy’, where the company seeks quotes from three suppliers and then selects one based on price and other factors; and the ‘preferred supplier’ model, where the company forms long-term relationships with certain suppliers.