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. Those are three hot topics in the enterprise today. To do so, we need to get creative and curious.”

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Risk Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Procurement Leaders

JANUARY 29, 2024

In association with SAP: Discover the actions and capabilities that are enabling leading organisations to improve supply chain visibility

Supply Chain Efficiency 100

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply Chain Visibility Supply 100

IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In today’s complex global business environment, effective supply chain management (SCM) is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. Here’s how companies are using different strategies to address supply chain management and meet their business goals.

supply chain software solutions 88

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

In this age of supply chain disruptions that hold the power to upend entire industries, strength and resilience across the entire value chain is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a survival tactic. They also factor in how a strong partnership could reduce supply chain risk and advance sustainability.

Strategic sourcing 86

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Sustainable business practices are an essential part of an organization’s commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Sustainability in business also provides organizations an opportunity to create more efficient supply chains that have a positive impact on the planet.

Sustainability 73

Sustainability Supply Chain Efficiency Raw materials Supply chain 73

SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic, along with disruptions such as Brexit, trade wars, and geopolitical tensions, has highlighted the need for business leaders to take a closer look at their supply chains to strike a balance between resilience and efficiency.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

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

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 30, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. An effective supply chain is the ironic link that every business requires to join together a well-developed product and the market. Keeping risks in mind, if you still feel that your business has enough girth to pull through to profit, then consider other things.

Risk management 71

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

Are you interested in understanding how businesses effectively manage their supply chains? Look no further – this guide is here to help you grasp the fundamentals of supply chain management (SCM) and how it can lead to success.

Supply chain management 54

Supply chain management Supply chain management Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 54

IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

They consider factors—like supplier performance or sustainability —that support long-term partnerships, advance business needs and increase purchasing power. Successful strategic sourcing often results in process optimization, cost management, customer satisfaction, risk management , increased sustainability and other benefits.

Sourcing 105

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ivalua

MAY 11, 2021

Risk management, cost reduction and digital transformation — these are the three top priorities for procurement organisations in the Middle East today, according to a global survey conducted by Ivalua’s global partner PwC. According to Dr. El-Jawahari, procurement’s priorities have shifted in the Middle East since the pandemic’s onset.

Risk management 130

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HICX

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As an increasing number of organizations engage with vendors on a global level to fulfill their supply chains, the need for supply chain robustness has never been so critical. The Global Supply Chain Landscape: What is the current situation?

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Procurement Leaders

APRIL 6, 2023

That said, the biggest challenge remains going deep into your supply chain. UCB’s changing supply chain We have a categorisation beyond whether a supplier is strategic or not. Sometimes we say there is no alternative available, while it might be that the alternative is simply not the most cost-efficient.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A corporate sustainability report is a comprehensive document that outlines a company’s efforts, policies, practices and performance related to social, environmental and economic sustainability. Companies usually share their sustainability goals and achievements in these reports on an annual basis.

Sustainability 78

Sustainability supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency Data 78

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

Sustainable Procurement Maintain high profitability while moving toward sustainability 4. In this article, we are going to explore what procurement tracking is, its importance in business and the tools to be used when conducting it for its efficient execution. Procurement Tracking: Why is it Important?

Supply Chain Efficiency 178

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions supply chain budgeting 178

SupplyShift

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Why is CSRD a big deal for supply chain sustainability? The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is new legislation in the European Union that requires, elevates, and standardizes ESG reporting like never before. Key innovations of CSRD Value chain is at the core.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

CTA April 28, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. Gaps and dysfunction in the supply chains and a lack of visibility are making it difficult to support Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Those are three hot topics in the enterprise today.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization Sustainability 130

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 8, 2024

The globalized world relies on efficient and well-coordinated supply chains. Understanding this distinction is essential for anyone entering the procurement, purchasing, or supply chain field. It ensures the smooth and efficient flow of physical goods from one point in the supply chain to another.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

For businesses to succeed, supply chain optimization is essential to succeed. It helps reduce costs, increases efficiency, and can enhance customer satisfaction. Supply chain optimization can achieve this with the help of data analytics. They can understand their supply chain operations with more precision.

Supply Chain Optimization 72

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Spend Matters

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Categories: CSR , ERP , Risk Performance and Compliance , Supply Risk Management , Sustainability Tags: PRO This Spend Matters PRO analysis is the penultimate of our 7-part series on Risk technology solutions and services vendors, focusing on organizations' increasing need to manage and mitigate risk scenarios.

Supply Chain Efficiency 49

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 29, 2024

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an updated overview of Sphera’s SCRM solution, a solution built to improve supply chain resilience by tackling both predictable and unpredictable risks. The integration of the riskmethods application is a work in progress. GHG, human rights and PFAS). GHG, human rights and PFAS).

Supply chain resilience 81

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

AUGUST 14, 2023

  Today I’m joined by Osa Commerce , an innovative software provider that is on a mission to tackle data chaos in the supply chain. Throughout my career, I have successfully led GTM strategies, built strong brands, and managed high-growth teams. The customer is demanding much more, they want everything fast!…

supply chain software solutions 98

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 11, 2023

As reflected in the IBM Impact Report , we are working hard to serve as an example for our industry peers, partners, and fellow leaders on how to build a positive impact by implementing technology ethics and committing to trust and transparency in our practices and products on a global scale.

Ethics 62

Ethics Data Risk Innovation 62

Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 1, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Here we present five important steps for all individuals that are interested in digital supply chain transformation to help you attain success despite the numerous challenges that you are likely to experience. Understand your beginning point and all the risks involved.

Supply Chain Efficiency 128

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Globally, there has been an uptick of landmark regulations forcing companies to address sustainability issues like climate change, and to disclose the work they are doing to address these issues. For the first wave of companies affected, sustainability reports will be required as soon as fiscal year 2024. In parallel, the U.S.

Sustainability 80

Sustainability Real-time Visibility Data Risk 80

Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

Introduction In the dynamic world of business, the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains has emerged as a critical success factor. At the heart of this revolution lies a powerful tool that many companies are now leveraging to achieve competitive advantage: Managed Procurement Services. The result?

Supply Chain Optimization 52

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Procurement Tactics

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

In this article, we will discuss what corporate social responsibility and sustainable procurement are. We will tell you the importance of corporate social responsibility within sustainable procurement. What is Sustainability in Procurement? What is Sustainability in Procurement?

Procurement 206

Procurement Ethics Sustainability Supply Chain Efficiency 206

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

Commodity Trading is also a vital aspect of the Global Economy; Providing price discovery, risk management, and efficient resource allocation. Furthermore, it provides transparency when it comes to pricing trends as it focuses on the law of supply and demand Different Ways Commodities can be Traded 1.

Raw materials 178

Raw materials Supply Chain Efficiency Price Market analysis 178

Arkestro

APRIL 25, 2023

Resources / Blog / Reducing Construction Costs & Improving Sourcing Efficiency with Predictive Procurement Reducing Construction Costs & Improving Sourcing Efficiency with Predictive Procurement Construction companies face a host of challenges in the post-COVID era. from February 2020 to August 2022.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Sourcing supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility 52

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

DECEMBER 15, 2022

As we are coming to the end of the year, procurement and supply chain leaders across industries initiate their annual strategic planning process for the next year. We have shortlisted 7 C ritical T rends that will help supply chain leaders and practitioners to build a strategic blueprint for 2023 and beyond.

Supply chain management 52

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2023

Supply chain visibility is essential for successful procurement, as it enables businesses to proactively manage risks and optimize their supply chain. By having a clear view of their entire supply chain, businesses can identify potential issues and take steps to mitigate them. million in 2015.

Supply Chain Visibility 52

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 9, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Education and Certification – What’s Missing? There are a lot of companies in the supply chain, and they all work together to make almost every product that comes into contact with a customer. This is the idea behind supply chain management.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 92

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Logistics Supply chain 92

Procurement Tactics

MAY 24, 2023

Supplier scorecards are also used to track vendor value, measure procurement key performance indicators (KPIs), and monitor overall supply chain performance. What is the Purpose of Scorecards Scorecards are tools utilized for vendor management. Tracking this metric will help you identify the most efficient supplier.

Supply Chain Efficiency 186

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 18, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. There is a lot of information floating around in the media about the environment, climate change, sustainability, pollution, nature preservation and more. Clearly these are breakdowns in end to end Supply Chain Management which impact on nature and our environment.

Supply Chain Efficiency 64

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Jaggaer

APRIL 22, 2019

Earth Day (April 22nd) is a celebration of commitment to creating a safer, healthier and cleaner world, making it a natural time to reflect on the power and value of sustainable procurement programs. A quick look at the regulatory landscape.

Sustainability 91

Sustainability Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions 91

Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

I studied procurement and obtained a Master’s degree in supply chain and international procurement. Since I graduated, I’ve always worked in procurement and supply chain across both indirect and direct categories, across different geographies and also worked as a Consultant delivering transformational projects.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Risk management 130

Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

I studied procurement and obtained a Master’s degree in supply chain and international procurement. Since I graduated, I’ve always worked in procurement and supply chain across both indirect and direct categories, across different geographies and also worked as a Consultant delivering transformational projects.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Risk management 130

Procurement Tactics

MAY 30, 2023

Their primary responsibilities include negotiating with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and prices, ensuring the quality and timely delivery of goods and services, and managing the procurement process from start to finish. Furthermore, procurement managers may work in various industries, including manufacturing, retail, and government.

Management 178

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