Spend Matters

APRIL 17, 2025

From simple automations that save time to sophisticated strategies that drive major business value, embedding AI in your business processes can provide immense value. AI also enhances supplier profile management, enriching, verifying and completing supplier data to provide a more comprehensive view of risks and opportunities.

Strategy 98

Strategy Real-time Visibility Procurement Procurement team 98

Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

We believe these companies deserve greater visibility, especially in a market which is increasingly consolidating and diluting buyer choices. Despite the startup’s relatively modern infrastructure, tech-savviness and streamlined vendor base, I observed that third-party risk challenges persisted. What are Halo Ai’s greatest strengths?

Supply Chain Efficiency 113

Supply Chain Efficiency Risk management Real-time Visibility Ethics 113

Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 1, 2025

their new real-time optimization tool, stocktitan, aims to revolutionize the way businesses navigate disruptions and ensure seamless operations. Imagine a platform that can predict and proactively optimize your supply chain operations, ensuring seamless processes and efficient inventory management.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Businesses must find effective ways to strengthen their networks and improve flexibility to maintain stability during uncertain times. Structured methodologies, risk assessment tools, and agile frameworks allow companies to improve coordination, enhance decision-making, and ensure they remain adaptable to disruptions.

Project management 84

Project management Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 84

Spend Matters

APRIL 30, 2025

The modern procurement leader must manage risk, drive ESG, deliver cost savings and enable innovation often without additional headcount or budget. Externally, risk and compliance obligations mount, supply chains are stretched and stakeholder expectations broaden. From there, workflows adapt in real time.

Suppliers 82

Suppliers Management Real-time Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain 82

SCMDOJO

JANUARY 29, 2025

Supply chain reports are data-driven documents that provide key metrics and insights into various aspects of your supply chain, including: Inventory Levels Tracking stock levels in real-time to ensure adequate inventory to meet demand while minimizing holding costs.

Supply Chain Optimization 97

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 97

SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2025

With supply chains stretching across borders and relying on multiple vendors, the risks are highbut so are the opportunities. In this article, well explore proven strategies to safeguard your supply chain, minimize risks, and keep your business running smoothly, no matter what obstacles lie ahead. Evaluating these risks is essential.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 70

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions 70

Spend Matters

OCTOBER 31, 2024

We believe these companies deserve greater visibility, especially in a market which is increasingly consolidating and diluting buyer choices. To potential buyers — True ValueHub can save category managers and buyers significant time and money by identifying new opportunities based on a deep analysis of costs and drivers.

Real-time Visibility 123

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Buyers Supply Chain Optimization 123

Spend Matters

APRIL 10, 2025

big data) in real time, spotting correlations and trends that would otherwise go unnoticed. Optical character recognition (OCR) digitizes invoices and contracts, eliminating time-consuming manual data entry. Those who dont will risk falling behind in an increasingly fast-moving and data-driven world.

Supply Chain Efficiency 106

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Procurement Procurement team 106

Spend Matters

MAY 13, 2025

Without an integrated process, organizations experience: Long invoice processing times, leading to unpredictable cash outflows. Increased compliance risks, stemming from poor oversight of supplier agreements. Limited visibility into procurements impact on cash flow.

Real-time Visibility 63

Real-time Visibility e2e Procurement Suppliers 63

Spend Matters

MAY 6, 2025

Mitigating financial risks related to currency fluctuations, interest rates and supplier defaults. Why alignment matters Strategic alignment between finance and procurement unlocks better financial visibility, stronger risk control and operational efficiency. Ensuring predictable cash outflows for accurate financial forecasting.

Supply Chain Optimization 82

Supply Chain Optimization Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement 82

Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 7, 2025

Global markets are facing significant uncertainty and negativity, with instability and continued risk expected to impact businesses for the next decade, according to the World Economic Forum. A resilient supply chain has the ability to mitigate key risks and help maintain operations when faced with unforeseen circumstances.

Supply chain resilience 90

Supply chain resilience Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency 90

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The past few years have highlighted serious deficiencies in prevalent supply chain strategies and the major risk that disruptions pose to corporate success. Loss of sales and market share are the most visible and measurable impacts. Common Supply Chain strategies, such as just-in-time inventory, exacerbate the impact of shocks.

Risk management 130

Risk management Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Risk 130

Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

However,as ‍the global air cargo industry faces unprecedented challenges,a‍ critical question emerges: is the‍ booming demand for cross-border e-commerce air cargo at risk? From customs regulations to tax requirements, navigating these obstacles can be time-consuming and costly for e-commerce businesses.

Demand 52

Demand Risk Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility 52

Spend Matters

APRIL 15, 2025

Leading firms are using AI to model extended value chains, linking them with AI-assisted supplier intelligence to anticipate risks before they become problems. Thats where AI steps in, offering a proactive approach to predicting supplier lead times and optimizing demand forecasts for buyers.

Real-time Visibility 73

Real-time Visibility Procurement e2e Supply Chain Efficiency 73

Spend Matters

MAY 13, 2025

Its increasingly evident: GenAI is no longer a future concept; its already reshaping operations in real time. Traditional procurement teams continue to grapple with familiar, persistent challenges, such as manual data entry, siloed systems, outdated tools and limited visibility into spend categories or supplier performance.

Real-time Visibility 68

Real-time Visibility Procurement Procurement team Strategic sourcing 68

SCMDOJO

MAY 7, 2024

However, they are also susceptible to disruptions and risks. Enhancing supply chain resilience as well as supply chain visibility is crucial in today’s interconnected world. The powerful concept of Supply Chain Visibility lies at the core of resilience.

Supply Chain Visibility 98

Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility e2e Supply Chain Optimization 98

ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

It also has an impact on procurement teams as they are responsible for managing supplier relationships, identifying opportunities for cost savings, and ensuring that goods and services are delivered on time and within budget. This helps ensure your contracts remain favorable and that all stakeholders comply with the negotiated terms.

Price 264

Price Strategy Sourcing Real-time Visibility 264

Supply Chain Brain

MAY 15, 2024

Everyone in business has myriad challenges vying for attention, and an ingrained aversion to the risks of being a “first mover.”

Real-time Visibility 75

Real-time Visibility Risk 75

Procurement Tactics

JANUARY 23, 2023

By collecting data on routes, stock levels, drivers’ availability, vehicle tracking, and other pertinent information, a transport management system accurately forecasts expected delivery times while efficiently scheduling drivers accordingly.

Real-time Visibility 202

Real-time Visibility Management Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting 202

Spend Matters

APRIL 16, 2025

All of the phases are peppered with real-world case studies from the people who have been in your shoes; so you dont have to step into the same holes theyve already avoided! The guide is an invaluable tool for anyone thinking about starting or actively undergoing a digitally-enabled procurement transformation.

Procurement 102

Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency 102

Planergy

MAY 8, 2025

How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. These portals improve real-time visibility into purchase orders, payment timelines, and dispute resolution, directly enhancing vendor satisfaction. [5] 4] These platforms streamline reporting, reduce risk, and free teams to focus on value creation.

Strategy 52

Strategy Real-time Visibility Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

They can proactively identify risks, optimize processes in real time, and even negotiate supplier contracts without human oversight. These AI agents leverage real-time data, predictive analytics, and generative AI to enhance resilience, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency in AI-driven supply chain resilience.

Supply Chain Efficiency 61

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 61

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Collaboration across Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and beyond requires visibility and communication regarding capacity, cost, risk, order quantities, inventory levels, quality , timelines, logistics, and more. Collaboration brings visibility and agility for gaining market share.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Supply Chain Efficiency Suppliers Real-time Visibility 52

Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Today Tom Burke, Portfolio Product Manager at CargoWise Landside, joins me to talk all about how drayage rating and quoting best practices can improve supply chain management, visibility, and logistics execution. 32.52] How DrayMaster can help truckers to reduce quote turnaround times by up to a huge 95%.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Real-time Visibility Supply chain management 52

ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] A Balancing Act: Drive Sustainability while Managing Cost and Risk April 27, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. The question is, how do you balance all three while maintaining continuous operations and generating revenue at the same time?

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Risk Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Supply Chain Visibility – An Overcomplicated Challenge! A recent Deloitte survey estimated only 15% of CPO’s have visibility beyond their tier one suppliers. I found this striking that there is so little multi-tier Supply Chain visibility. Visibility comes at a cost – one we’ve spoken about before: trust.

Supply Chain Visibility 95

Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting 95

TYA Suite

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

This introduction to supplier risk management outlines the importance of effectively identifying and managing risks that may arise from suppliers. Supplier risk management is crucial for businesses, as it helps them mitigate potential challenges that can disrupt operations. This process is known as supplier risk management.

Risk management 40

Risk management Risk Suppliers Strategy 40

SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

In this blog post, well explore the importance of robust supply chains, the key risks they face during economic downturns, and practical strategies. Recession-proofing a supply chain doesn’t mean eliminating all risks. Furthermore, unsold inventory, particularly of perishable or trend-sensitive goods, risks obsolescence.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 58

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting 58

Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Spend Matters has been speaking with procurement practitioners and solution providers to get a wide view of how procurement and digital transformation is happening in the real world. And in the real workplace, thats where those decisions come from rather than procurement itself. Risk has also become a more common driver since Covid.

Procurement 76

Procurement Real-time Visibility Change management Data 76

SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

Discover Ways to Boost Supply Chain Visibility through Digital Marketing Supply chain visibility is essential for providing a superior customer experience and sustaining customer loyalty over time. Customers face significant frustrations that erode brand trust and sales without supply chain visibility.

Supply Chain Visibility 98

Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility e2e supply chain software solutions 98

Procurement Insights

MARCH 25, 2025

There should be internal guidelines in place outlining when to RFP vs not (based on spend, criticality, risk, outcomes expected, etc).” Enhanced Visibility into Procurement Data Challenge: Lack of a unified view across departments (purchasing, logistics, quality control). Here’s how: 1.

Real-time Visibility 60

Real-time Visibility e2e Suppliers Contract 60

Pipefy

MAY 15, 2025

For a long time, traditional methods for organizing processes seemed good enough. If your company wants to move faster, reduce risks, and scale safely, its time for a smarter, more connected approachand AI sits at the core of this transformation. AI Agents make your workflows faster and more efficient.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Management Data interpretation Data 52

ivalua

JUNE 4, 2020

A review of the key elements in supplier management for manufacturers and how Source-to-Pay procurement technology can support the journey towards supply chain resilience and agility in times of crisis. Risk & Performance Management. There are many supply chain management lessons to learn from the Covid-19 crisis.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 173

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 173

Jaggaer

DECEMBER 5, 2024

A recent report by Maersk and Reuters Events highlights that 68% of companies are making supply chain visibility and monitoring solutions a top priority. The Visibility Challenge: Why Seeing Clearly Matters A major insight from the report is the visibility gap, particularly with tier 2 and tier 3 suppliers.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain 52

Una

AUGUST 17, 2022

A comprehensive guide designed to tame tail spend in a way that leads to reduced risk and increased cost savings. This is where strategic sourcing professionals spend most of their time, communicating directly with their top suppliers through an SRM program , and using cutting-edge procurement software to analyze spend and track risk.

Real-time Visibility 98

Real-time Visibility Spend management Procurement team Purchasing 98

Pipefy

APRIL 10, 2025

But times have changed, and these systems come with their fair share of friction: Rigid setups Need to change one part of a workflow? Real example : Think about your investment approval process. If your finance team is still buried in spreadsheets or slowed down by old-school software, it might be time to imagine a better way forward.

Real-time Visibility 59

Real-time Visibility Risk Contract Management 59