IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 11, 2023

The right time to implement an MES depends on the specific needs and circumstances of each organization, and while there is no one-size-fits-all answer, several key indicators can suggest that it might be the appropriate time.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 4, 2024

Business Process Management (BPM) is a systematic approach to managing and streamlining business processes. BPM is intended to help improve the efficiency of existing processes, with the goal of increasing productivity and overall business performance. BPM is often confused with other seemingly similar initiatives.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 3, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Green Supply Chain: True Sustainability or Just One Big Marketing Stunt? But, as stakeholders in the future of tomorrow, we also have to be conscious about the necessary steps to realize sustainable impact, for real. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Sustainability.

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Finale Inventory

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Lead time refers to the amount of time it takes for a product to go from the initial order placement to its final delivery to the customer. In ecommerce, understanding lead time is key for efficient inventory management and customer satisfaction. Firstly, it directly impacts inventory management.

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Procurement Software

JULY 4, 2023

It aims to make the procurement process more efficient, transparent, and cost-effective. It also provides real-time data and analytics that can be used to improve purchasing decisions. It can also provide real-time data and analytics. What is procurement tech?

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Procurify

JUNE 8, 2022

Supply base optimization is a strategy used to reduce the number of suppliers you work with, especially those who are inactive or limited-use suppliers. This way, organizations can spend more time with fewer suppliers. . 6 steps for successful supply base optimization. Current inventory. Supply performance ratings .

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Procurement Software

JULY 9, 2024

These tend to place emphasis on driving cost savings, improving data quality and driving transactional efficiency. It requires precise inventory management, greater degrees of supplier collaboration, and increased levels of compliance and quality control.

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Pipefy

AUGUST 1, 2023

Any business that wants to excel, or even compete, in the current capricious market must have the ability to make the best, most efficient use of its resources. This operations overview, or process visibility , can reveal common areas of waste and bottlenecks that cost companies millions in time and revenue each year.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Delving into the intricate process of spend analysis, including data collection, cleansing, and analysis techniques, along with the role of technology in enhancing efficiency. Real-world success stories and case studies illustrating the significant impact of spend analysis on achieving tangible cost savings and procurement optimization.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

By examining spending patterns across various categories, such as suppliers, departments, and geographies, businesses can uncover hidden opportunities for cost savings, mitigate risks, and enhance their overall procurement efficiency. Strengthening Compliance and Governance: Compliance and governance are critical aspects of procurement.

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Una

JUNE 29, 2023

5 Types of Supply Chain Strategies for Every Sourcing Hero Explore the superpowers offered by various types of supply chain strategies that businesses can adopt to meet their objectives. Supply Chain Strategies The same can be said for the similar amount of diversity found in the world of supply chain management.

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Jaggaer

JANUARY 23, 2025

They focused on digital transformation, centralizing digital solutions and resources, increasing transparency across the supply chain, digitalizing source-to-pay processes, recruiting top talent, reevaluating sourcing strategies, tackling ESG challenges, and improving supplier relationships. But that would take time.

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