Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Rising demand for visibility, combined with a stronger focus on risk management, will cause a pronounced shift from analog to digitally enabled processes.

Supply Chain Visibility 59

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 2, 2023

Demi Obayomi, vice president of Sapphire Ventures, discusses mainstreaming supply chain visibility, the critical role of the customer experience, and the need for comprehensive risk management.

Supply chain 98

Supply chain Supply Chain Visibility Logistics Risk management 98

Spend Matters

APRIL 15, 2025

Life sciences and healthcare: Enhancing supply chain visibility and compliance For life sciences and healthcare, procurement is a complex dance involving medicines, medical supplies and strategic services spread across a global landscape.

Real-time Visibility 72

Real-time Visibility Procurement e2e Supply Chain Efficiency 72

ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

As teams worked with suppliers through creative solutions, it became obvious that transparency and supplier risk management are essential components to maintain stability during crises like these. But building an agile, resilient supply chain doesn’t happen overnight; it requires forethought and planning.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In this piece, we talk to Julie Gerdeman, CEO of Everstream Analytics, a risk analytics provider that features logistics risk management, predictive insights and weather forecasting capabilities. ( Read more. ).

Supply Chain Visibility 98

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Symphony AI Symphony AI provides AI-driven enterprise supply chain management, offering real-time insights and risk management solutions. Provides end-to-end supply chain visibility and real-time insights.

Supply Chain Efficiency 57

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ivalua

JULY 22, 2015

Supplier collaboration goes well beyond the sharing of product design documents, extending into initiatives involving product innovation, supply chain visibility, compliance, target cost programs, demand and capacity planning, and risk management.

Strategic sourcing 147

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Supplier consolidation 147

Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 7, 2025

Bolstering your proactive planning using advanced technologies such as predictive analysis can further strengthen the ability of a supply chain to adapt and react to sudden change, saving companies money and avoiding interruptions.

Supply chain resilience 90

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2024

Supply Chain Visibility: Gain insights into the real-time status of your supply chain, from raw materials to finished goods delivery. Supply Chain Information Systems (SCIS): Explore how technology can be leveraged to improve data visibility, automate processes, and optimize supply chain performance.

Supply Chain Optimization 105

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Real-time Visibility 105

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 5, 2023

This intricacy stems from factors such as geographical distance, cultural differences, legal compliance, supply chain visibility challenges, and the impact of political and economic instability. Successfully managing these complexities requires robust strategies and effective risk management measures.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Are ERP systems better than best-in-class supply chain solutions for managing healthcare supply chains? What are the pros and cons, and what supply chain strategy will pave the way to higher margins, improved supply chain risk management in healthcare and improved patient care?

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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

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ivalua

JUNE 16, 2021

In fact, a survey conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) found that 96% of respondents from the Middle East region were reconfiguring their supply chains in October 2020 — much higher than the global average of 83%. What’s more, PwC found that the average investment in risk management among MENA companies was $1.5

Eprocurement 130

Eprocurement Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement team 130

Spend Matters

JANUARY 17, 2024

From planning a product, design and simulation, to optimizing a specific process across the supply chain, customer expectations for AI integration continue to evolve as new applications for supply chain automation are discovered.

Procurement solutions 104

Procurement solutions Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Optimization 104

Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 4, 2023

  Today I’m joined by SDI , a digital supply chain brand whose people, processes, and technology have enabled the world’s most efficient supply chains for over 50 years.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 29, 2025

Risk mitigation strategies: Developing and implementing strategies to mitigate the impact of identified risks, such as diversifying suppliers, building inventory buffers, and investing in supply chain visibility technologies.

Supply Chain Optimization 95

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 95

ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

Procurement teams had to work closely with suppliers to find creative ways to solve problems, and they instantly realized the benefits of transparency in their supply chains and supplier risk management for business continuity in times of crisis.

Supply chain resilience 130

Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting 130

ivalua

MARCH 16, 2021

Procurement teams had to work closely with suppliers to find creative ways to solve problems, and they instantly realized the benefits of transparency in their supply chains and supplier risk management for business continuity in times of crisis.

Supply chain resilience 130

Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting 130

Procurement Software

JANUARY 26, 2025

Visibility and Transparency Heightened demands for supply chain visibility propel investments in technologies that enhance transparency across procurement processes. This transparency not only mitigates risks but also fosters trust and collaboration with suppliers, paving the way for agile and resilient supply chains.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Category management Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Procurement Insights

AUGUST 14, 2024

Supporting the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) during a rail strike requires a procuretech provider that offers strong supply chain visibility, risk management, and flexibility in sourcing and logistics. Supply Chain Visibility and Risk Management 3. Here’s why: 1.

Real-time Visibility 49

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 17, 2024

Monitoring and Reviewing: Keep a close eye on risk indicators and ensure risk management strategies are updated and function regularly. Develop contingency plans to address these risks, and diversify your supplier network to reduce dependency on any single source.

Supply Chain Efficiency 96

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

AUGUST 12, 2024

Altana is the world’s first Value Chain Management System – a unified, comprehensive approach that goes far beyond supply chain risk management, with unprecedented visibility, contextualized netrt across business areas, and a collaborative network with end-to-end workflows to get jobs done.

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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. Automation of procurement processes, along with a seamless integration of the other systems such as ERP, WMS, and TMS, will ensure enhanced supply chain visibility.

Supply Chain Efficiency 19

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Optimization 19

TYA Suite

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

However, the is fraught with risks that can impact a company’s bottom line and operational efficiency. Effective procurement risk management is essential to ensure smooth operations and safeguard the organization’s interests. Understanding these risks is the first step toward effective procurement risk management.

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Risk Strategy Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency 40

Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Lieferkettengesetz, and others) encouraging large/enterprise businesses to take responsibility for the entirety of their global supplier networks, increase tier-n compliance and combat poor supply chain visibility.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

However, it’s fair to say that procurement is really in the pressure cooker right now, with all kinds of new and conflicting demands such as ESG, diversity, compliance and risk management. Ensure supply continuity This was number 1 on the 2023 list of priorities. First, organizations need to get full supply chain visibility.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

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The Procuretech Podcast

JUNE 11, 2024

We explore Focal Point offers intake, project management and procurement performance; Lavenir AI offers ongoing, virtual negotiation training practice; Raindrop is a complete spend management suite built on modern technology; FRDM focuses on supply chain risk management; LUPR leverages Salesforce data for SRM.

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FourKites

DECEMBER 23, 2020

By outlining the major cost centers of your supply chain and optimizing your spending within each, you’ll be creating a much more favorable equation for improving supply chain planning and productivity. Cost control measures in supply chain efficiency should address three major areas: labor, inventory and transportation.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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

Procurement Insights

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Here are the top 3 concerns likely to dominate the agenda for CPOs in 2025: Supply Chain Resilience and Risk Management Sustainability and ESG Compliance Supply Chain Visibility Conclusion: CPOs in 2025 will need to navigate a complex, fast-changing landscape shaped by technology, sustainability, and global uncertainty.

Chief Procurement Officer 52

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JANUARY 17, 2023

Risk Management : Provisions must be made to manage the following types of risks: Supply Risk: The possibility of production line shutdown, failure to meet customer requirements, and/or other catastrophes due to the non-availability of certain goods or services at a particular time.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Spend management Cost of ownership 52

Skill Dynamics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Because skills gaps can significantly impede performance and therefore supply chain success, it’s vital to address and overcome them. Frequent skills gaps include: Risk management – key for avoiding supply chain disruptions. Efficient and streamlined supply chain operations.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 52

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Cost Management: Keeping costs within budget while facing fluctuating material costs and unexpected expenses. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks associated with delays, supply shortages, and contractual disputes.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Cost Management: Keeping costs within budget while facing fluctuating material costs and unexpected expenses. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks associated with delays, supply shortages, and contractual disputes.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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Procurement Software

MAY 9, 2022

It provides a means to better monitor, spot, and address supplier-related risks. Many of today’s SRM software solutions include risk management, compliance management, and due diligence capabilities/functionality. SRM software can help keep your doorstep clean, and your brand value intact!

Supplier relationship management 52

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Procurement Software

MAY 9, 2022

It provides a means to better monitor, spot, and address supplier-related risks. Many of today’s SRM software solutions include risk management, compliance management, and due diligence capabilities/functionality. SRM software can help keep your doorstep clean, and your brand value intact!

Supplier relationship management 52

Supplier relationship management supply chain software solutions Suppliers Management 52

Una

APRIL 23, 2024

Why Do We Need Supply Chain Visibility? Tips for Building an Effective Procurement Data Strategy Robots in Procurement Supplier selection & risk management Think of machine learning as your trusted advisor when it comes to choosing and monitoring suppliers.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

A manager should be able to tell when an inefficiency arises and needs to deal with it accordingly. 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.

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