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Quality Suppliers Supply Chain Visibility 
ivalua
MAY 29, 2025
Key Takeaways Procurement and supply chain management serve different functions, but when misaligned, they create costly inefficiencies and delays. Lack of shared data, visibility, and KPIs leads to disconnects, including poor supplier performance tracking and missed savings.
SCMDOJO
MAY 7, 2024
Enhancing supply chain resilience as well as supply chain visibility is crucial in today’s interconnected world. Supply Chain Resilience refers to a supply chain’s ability to withstand and recover from unexpected events.
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Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 14, 2013
In recent years, the auto-id technology such as bar code and RFID together with the electronic data transmission are considered the holy grail of supply chain visibility. In this article, we will explore the basic concept and propose ways that you can use to create the better visibility. The answer is NO.
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Building Stronger Relationship s : Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration A chain is only as strong as its weakest link—but what if you can’t evaluate the entire chain? Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.
Spend Matters
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Primarily, our customers are prioritising supply chain visibility, adopting proactive risk management strategies and staying compliant with evolving regulations. The future of risk technology will focus on AI-driven automation, improving data quality and ensuring compliance.
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ivalua
MAY 10, 2025
Enterprise procurement leaders are under more pressure than ever—juggling cost control, compliance, supplier risk, and internal complexity, all while trying to modernize outdated systems. It should also strengthen supply chain collaboration across global supply chains, multi-tier supplier networks, and high-value contracts.
TYA Suite
MAY 23, 2025
Managing a successful supply chain requires more than just ensuring products are delivered on time its about building strong, effective partnerships with your suppliers. Supplier collaboration is essential for optimizing supply chain performance and achieving long-term business success.
SCMDOJO
JANUARY 29, 2025
Supplier Performance Evaluating supplier performance based on key metrics such as on-time delivery, quality of goods received, adherence to agreed-upon terms, and responsiveness to inquiries. Improve Efficiency: Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in the supply chain, which will speed up order fulfillment and reduce lead times.
ivalua
OCTOBER 18, 2022
In the latest Procurement Leaders Report and Survey , we ask top-performing CPO’s how they’re prioritizing data-enabled supply chain visibility–and the changes that need to be made. While data quality cannot be perfected and some technological innovations aren’t quite ready for prime time, tremendous improvements are possible.
Spend Matters
APRIL 15, 2025
With raw materials, equipment and maintenance making up the bulk of their expenditures, procurement professionals in manufacturing are turning to AI to gain deeper insights and stronger control over their supplier networks. Supply network modeling, now integrating large language models (LLMs), allows for precise tracking and material tracing.
Supply Chain Opz
OCTOBER 14, 2013
In recent years, the auto-id technology such as bar code and RFID together with the electronic data transmission are considered the holy grail of supply chain visibility. In this article, we will explore the basic concept and propose ways that you can use to create the better visibility. The answer is NO.
SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 5, 2024
This process not only includes selecting a carrier service provider but also consists of tracking the shipments to ensure quality and timely delivery. Procurement Efficient supplier selection, cost management, and securing timely deliveries to avoid stockouts. This is the point where revenue is recognized.
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Procurement Tactics
JUNE 5, 2023
For instance, if an organization in Europe sources raw materials from India, manufactures the product in China, and sells it to customers in its country, then its supply chain is global. The use of advanced technologies and logistics strategies is often necessary to manage the complexity and risks associated with a global supply chain.
Jaggaer
APRIL 9, 2025
While many manufacturers rely on ERP systems for procurement, these platforms are designed for broad business management rather than the intricate demands of sourcing, supplier collaboration, and cost control in a manufacturing environment. A closer look at these functions reveals how ERP streamlines operations and supports long-term growth.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 7, 2025
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Skill Dynamics
JANUARY 7, 2025
In fact, supply chain resilience plays a crucial role in controlling general business costs through minimizing such disruptions and optimizing operational expenses. Technology is increasingly vital in increasing supply chain visibility, enabling quicker and more informed decision-making.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
“The impact of all of that is that organizations are actively creating geographical supplier diversity within their supply chains, to strike a better balance between cost reduction and agility,” he said. The post 10 Key Issues The Hackett Group Says Will Impact Supply Chain Transformation in 2021 appeared first on Ivalua.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Strategy Benefits Supplier Collaboration Enhanced visibility and control over the entire supply chain. Innovative Technologies for Strengthening Product Traceability In today’s fast-paced manufacturing landscape, ensuring product traceability is crucial for maintaining quality, compliance, and customer trust.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 11, 2025
Supply chains are particularly vulnerable during recessions. These disruptions can occur due to decreased consumer demand, supplier instability, or logistical challenges. Consequently, it is imperative to develop a recession-proof supply chain to make them more resilient and adaptable.
ivalua
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Procurement’s value became evident, as did the importance of the supplier relationships they had built. According to Accenture, 94% of Fortune 1000 companies saw supply chain disruptions and 75% had negative or strongly negative impacts on their businesses due to the pandemic. You can download Gartner’s full report here.
ivalua
JANUARY 31, 2022
The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers). Building and maintaining supply chain resilience will be critical in a post-Covid-19 world. How can we mitigate technical, logistical, weather-related, and demand-driven supply chain disruptions? The Best Way Forward for 2022.
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ivalua
JANUARY 24, 2022
Data is central to successful digital transformation to relay real-time information and greater visibility into operations and resource allocation. We’ve always been focused on ensuring that we have high-quality data that’s accessible and secure. Alex, how did organizations respond to pandemic supply chain issues?
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Procurement Insights
MAY 22, 2025
is a leading AI-powered platform specializing in third-party risk management, compliance, and supplier lifecycle automation. Third-Party Engagement: Suppliers and partners can auto-complete questionnaires, upload documents, and supplement responses with live data from the Internet, streamlining due diligence and ongoing monitoring.
ivalua
APRIL 6, 2021
Contract lifecycle management is the management of a company’s end-to-end contracting process with its suppliers, customers and other third parties. If you think about it, a contract is the only document that formalizes a relationship between a buyer and a supplier. An Overview of Contract Lifecycle Management.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
OCTOBER 28, 2021
According to the 2021 Deloitte Chief Procurement Officer Survey, “Around 70% of CPOs felt that they had good visibility on the risks that existed in their direct (tier 1) suppliers. Yet only 26% were able to confidently predict risk within their supply bases. And, only 15% had visibility into tier 2 or beyond.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
It helps bring predictability to Strategic Sourcing, automates Transactional Procurement (or P2P cycle), and enables proactive Supplier Risk Management. Collaborating with the suppliers without any systems would mean wasting time searching through voicemails, printed documents, and email threads to locate the needed information.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 9, 2025
Supply Chain Finance & Revenue Management Digital Edition SupplyChainBrain 2025 ESG Guide: Is ESG Still Relevant?
SCMDOJO
AUGUST 16, 2023
This section delves into the key data-driven success factors that have propelled Walmart’s supply chain to the forefront of the retail industry. The retail giant has strategically adopted various IT initiatives to optimize its operations, enhance collaboration with suppliers, and achieve real-time inventory targeting.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 14, 2021
This, they say, includes value delivery through supplier- enabled innovation (SEI); sustainability through environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals; as well as agility through digitalisation — all of which will enable the business to deliver on its growth agenda” (Procurement Leaders 2021). Simply… Sustainability is so much more.
Supply Chain Opz
NOVEMBER 9, 2014
The list is presented in the order the responses were received in: 1) Andreas Wieland , Assistant Professor at Copenhagen Business School Successful supply chain management means that organizations are well-orchestrated in an end-to-end value network. delivery reliability”), but is that really “supply chain thinking”?
Zycus Cognitive Procurement
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
One such thing is your suppliers and their ability to provide as and when needed. You not only miss out on opportunities but also risk major setbacks due to possible supplier disruptions. The first step to building a resilient supply chain is strengthening your relationships with suppliers. Why now, you may ask.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
OCTOBER 25, 2022
However, the chain must be streamlined to avoid wasting time and money. This means making sure every aspect of the process is working as it should, including logistics and operations, suppliers, and the internal team. Evaluate your current supply chain. Increase supply chain visibility.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 29, 2024
Sourcing: Sourcing is all about finding reliable suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing relationships. It encompasses activities such as procurement, supplier selection, and evaluation. A well-established sourcing strategy helps businesses secure the best quality materials at the most competitive prices.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 19, 2018
From the inbound perspective he Supply Chain team typically procures raw materials, expedites their delivery. The Supply Chain arranges for the appropriate logistics, and negotiates terms and conditions with Suppliers, audits Suppliers, and deals with quality strategies and issues.
Una
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Frank is the Director of Market Strategy at Cleo, where he is focused on helping companies get ahead and stay ahead despite persistent supply chain complexity. These group purchasing organizations often have contracts with a wide range of suppliers, and they offer their member businesses access to these contracts at discounted rates.
Supply Chain Game Changer
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Supply Chain Systems article and permission to publish here provided by Dave Joseph at veridian.info. As evidenced by the most recent peak shipping season , the need for effective, high-quality logistics and warehouse management has never been higher. The WMS connects to supplier systems and reseller POS platforms.
SCMDOJO
JUNE 17, 2024
Supplier Reliability and Risk: Dependence on a limited pool of suppliers raises the risk of issues with them, such as erratic cash flow, changing laws, or natural disasters. The existing supply constraints in the industry make it evident that supplier diversification is required to reduce these risks.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
JUNE 30, 2023
In the healthcare supply chain, there are three main challenges pharmacies, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and patients are facing: shortages and delays; lack of convenient and cost-effective fulfillment options; and rising counterfeiting and regulatory changes, along with a persistent need for better drug cold chain management.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
As something is used more and more, the quality will become less efficient. A big part of your supply chain process is to increase transparency. End-to-end supply chain visibility makes it much simpler to absorb and collect information. It is crucial not to lose focus of that.
SCMDOJO
JUNE 14, 2023
Increased scalability: With 3PL integration, businesses can scale their operations quickly without sacrificing quality or customer service. Nike also uses a 3PL integration orchestration solution to integrate and orchestrate its 3PLs, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers network.
World of Procurement blog
APRIL 23, 2024
Key Areas in Construction Procurement: Materials Procurement: Ensuring quality and timely delivery of construction materials. Quality Control: Sourcing materials and labor that meet quality and safety standards creates an additional layer of due diligence. Cost Management: Budgeting and tracking expenses related to procurement.
World of Procurement blog
APRIL 23, 2024
Key Areas in Construction Procurement: Materials Procurement: Ensuring quality and timely delivery of construction materials. Quality Control: Sourcing materials and labor that meet quality and safety standards creates an additional layer of due diligence. Cost Management: Budgeting and tracking expenses related to procurement.
Procurify
JUNE 8, 2022
As businesses grow and scale, oftentimes, so does their supply base and the number of suppliers they work with. As you grow, you want to optimize your supply base. According to Industry Star, most businesses spend 80 percent of their cost of goods sold (COGS) with just 20 percent of their suppliers. .
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 1, 2021
Of course, a supply chain upgrade is a major investment that may require you to obtain a working capital loan from reliable lenders. 7 Ways to Make Your Supply Chain More Efficient. Invest in supply chain visibility. For instance, WMS connects with your IMS and your supplier’s warehouses.
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