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Sourcing Suppliers Supply chain resilience 
Skill Dynamics
JANUARY 7, 2025
This article will explore key strategies for building supply chain resilience, and how Skill Dynamics can help support your business throughout this transformation. A lack of resilience can cause disruptions and delays to sourcing, transportation, or even manufacturing all of which lead to higher costs.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience February 8, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Procurement stepped up to become a crucial driving force for business continuity. Create speed and transparency.
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SCMDOJO
JANUARY 9, 2025
Strategic sourcing and innovative solutions are often viewed as two distinct procurement tools, but they should not be seen in isolation. Strategic Sourcing: The Foundation of Effective Procurement Strategic sourcing is far more than simply choosing suppliers.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
One way of doing this is by leveraging Source-to-Pay (S2P) solutions, which can provide procurement with the tools needed to manage their supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost savings. Let’s explore further.
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Advertiser: GEP
GEP’s sourcing expertise and market intelligence enabled the company to centralize sourcing and order management processes, strengthen key supplier relationships, and enhance supply chain resilience and agility. The result was a year-over-year savings of more than 3%.
Spend Matters
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Tariff management is a strategic subset of direct materials management and sourcing that involves navigating and optimizing the complex costs and regulatory implications of importing materials and goods across borders. Tariffs essentially taxes imposed on imports and exports directly impact product cost structures.
ivalua
MAY 31, 2022
Supply chains are complex and varied; to manage them effectively, you need to understand exactly what’s happening in both your supply chain and your customers’ end markets. These teams were able to quickly communicate and negotiate with their key suppliers to establish a “supplier of choice” solution. .
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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. There are many supply chain management lessons to learn from the Covid-19 crisis.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
MAY 16, 2025
In a strategic dance of adaptation, household giant Clorox is contemplating a delicate tango of sourcing shifts to counterbalance the looming impact of a hefty $100 million tariff blow. This strategic evaluation involves meticulously analyzing sourcing alternatives and potential partnerships to navigate the evolving trade landscape.
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Spend Matters
MARCH 12, 2025
This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of Forestreet, a supplier discovery solution. In a world that feels like it is constantly teetering on the edge of chaos or permacrisis, procurement professionals must master uncertainty by building resilience and agility. This content is for members only.
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ivalua
JUNE 1, 2022
From this discussion, we compiled a list of 8 critical supply chain management activities that to improve, build, and maintain supply chain resilience now and in the years to come. Navistar had a jump start on putting robust systems in place, but their suppliers didn’t. Why is visibility so important?
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Complete Source to Pay cycle and Strategic Sourcing Guide An optimized Source-to-Pay (S2P) process helps businesses enhance procurement efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supplier collaboration. What is Source-to-Pay?
ProcurePort
OCTOBER 6, 2021
For a long while, businesses have sought to minimize their fixed costs in sourcing. The post Supply Chain Resilience Strategy: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on ProcurePort Blog. The impact of unexpected disruptions should not result in wholesome halting and devastating losses to the affected businesses.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
MARCH 2, 2025
In this fast-paced economic landscape, the importance of strategic supplier relationship management cannot be overstated. Join us as we delve into the world of Supplier Relationship Management, unlocking the secrets to success in the face of tariff uncertainty.
Spend Matters
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Many businesses go to market for solution support within supplier management with ESG/Corporate sustainability as a primary compelling event, or driving factor. Customer requirements on more sustainable products/services, and/or requests for supply chain transparency/due diligence.
ivalua
MARCH 16, 2021
They discussed the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Procurement and came up with this list of 8 critical supply chain management activities that can help Procurement teams build and maintain supply chain resilience now and in the years to come. Why is visibility so important? Create speed and transparency.
ivalua
JUNE 26, 2023
Blog » Procurement on the Thames: Ivalua’s London Summer Symposium June 26, 2023 | | Thought Leadership by Eloise Barnum As businesses navigate through supply chain disruptions, high inflation, and sustainability initiatives, procurement, and supplier management has taken center stage in driving change. See you soon!
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Heading 2: Leveraging Supply Chain Resilience for tariff Adaptation General Motors (GM) has announced its confidence in its ability to navigate and mitigate the challenges posed by tariffs through strategic supply chain resilience.
ivalua
JULY 8, 2020
Many of these organizations are already using Source-to-Pay technology and are now realizing more than ever that technology is a “must have” to ensure their supply chain remains resilient and agile throughout a crisis. Supplier Data Quality & Management in Decision Making. Risk & Performance Management.
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Supplier Collaboration: Fundamental to Elevating Manufacturing Performance Supplier relationships are at the heart of manufacturing performance. That’s why supplier collaboration—that consistent, trusted, and responsive interaction between supplier and manufacturer—is pivotal to manufacturing success.
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Supplier Collaboration: Driving Innovation and Competitive Advantage In today’s hyper-connected global economy, where supply chains span continents, and industries are interlinked globally, supplier collaboration serves as the foundation to drive innovation and create a future-ready organization.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
New platform release features a broad set of enhancements across Ivalua’s complete Source-to-Pay suite, including deep integration with Amazon Business. The release includes a broad set of innovations to help organizations better manage their spend and suppliers. Specific release highlights include: Supplier Management Innovations: .
Let's Talk Supply Chain
MARCH 5, 2025
Join us as we delve into the world of GTF2025, where resilience meets innovation, and the sky is no longer the limit. Heading 1: Advancing Global Supply Chain Resilience Through GTF2025 Initiative In the pursuit of advancing global supply chain resilience,the GTF2025 initiative is poised to revolutionize the aviation industry.
ivalua
MAY 30, 2023
By maximizing resource utilization and implementing careful procurement management, the government can source the best goods and services at the most competitive prices. However, implementing category strategies for successful sourcing and supplier management can be challenging without the right tools.
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HICX
JUNE 9, 2025
What Is AI in Supplier Management? AI in supplier management is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to streamline and enhance various supplier-related processes. AI helps optimize supply chain management by offering predictive supplier analytics , real-time tracking, and automation.
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ivalua
MARCH 24, 2022
Redwood City, CA – March 24th, 2022 – Ivalua, a global leader in spend management, today announced that it has been named a leader in The Forrester Wave : Supplier Value Management Platforms, Q1 2022. In today’s dynamic and uncertain environment, strong supplier relationships are a key competitive advantage. About Ivalua.
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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 Brain
MAY 20, 2024
A shift to shorter supply chains not only helps manage the unpredictability of costs, but also strengthens supply chain resilience by reducing dependency on distant suppliers.
ivalua
MAY 28, 2025
In the session “Driving Profitability and Agility in Today’s Dynamic Market”, Saini shared insights on their groundbreaking Source-to-Pay transformation, noting that it wasn’t just about achieving cost savings–it was about redefining what’s possible in procurement. Brent Griffith Day 2: More Keynotes, Sessions, and Silent Demos!
Procurement Insights
APRIL 27, 2025
Using the 4-Model RAM assessment framework, what are the top five procurement and supply chain issues the following industries face in 2025: Finance, Energy and Utilities, Pharmaceuticals, Food and Beverage, and Automotive?
SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 15, 2025
A well-managed supply chain does not just survive crises it thrives in them. Why Project Management is Essential for Supply Chain Resilience The approach provides a structured approach to handling complex tasks, timelines, and resources. Enhance visibility across the supply chain through structured reports.
Arkestro
DECEMBER 26, 2024
By automating routine work, procurement professionals can focus on high-impact tasks like strategic sourcing and relationship building with key suppliers. Procurement teams will also continue to leverage supply chain mapping to gain a comprehensive understanding of the flow of data, materials, and payments within their supply chain.
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.
Procurement Insights
JANUARY 3, 2025
20152020: Procurement Gains Strategic Recognition Emergence of Strategic Sourcing : CFOs began to recognize procurement’s role in driving long-term value through strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management. Analytics and insights from procurement data were minimal.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 25, 2021
They may not consider potential issues of integrations, supplier onboarding, supply chain data management, change management and system optimization, all of which add to complexity and costs. What is the benefit of using a single source to pay solution? Providing an Amazon-like experience increases user adoption.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 2, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Resilience is the New Critical Supply Chain Strategy! Supply Chain resilience article and permission to publish here provided by James Liang from Power RFP. Our world lives in a hyper-global supply chain environment. Get Our EBOOK HERE.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
The impending transformation, outlined in a recent report by Supply and Demand Chain Executive, is set to reshape the vrey foundation of how goods and services are sourced, managed, and delivered. Diversification: Diversify your supplier base to spread risk and take advantage of different pricing structures.
Arkestro
DECEMBER 5, 2024
How Predictive Procurement Has Become a Game Changer for High-Tech Manufacturing To stay competitive, high-tech manufacturers are increasingly adopting Predictive Procurement technology to gain greater agility, cost savings, and enhanced supply chain resilience.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Goods arrived exactly when needed, waste and holding costs were kept to a minimum, and single source strategies prevailed due to ease and cost savings. Then, 2020 sent shockwaves through many JIT strategies; the disruption was just too big to absorb and supply chain ecosystems had not been built to flex.
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.
Jaggaer
MARCH 2, 2020
Research reveals a rise in disruptive incidents deep in the supply chain. What is the optimal way to categorize your suppliers so that you can manage them better and maximize business continuity? of organizations experienced supply chain disruption in 2019 compared to 56.5% Tier Suppliers. Supplier Risk.
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Let's Talk Supply Chain
MARCH 2, 2025
This resolution brings relief to suppliers and stakeholders who were facing disruptions in their operations due to the strike. With the return to normalcy, here are some key supply chain implications to consider: Production Ramp-Up: Boeing can now accelerate production to make up for lost time during the strike period.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
However, the top three procurement challenges featured in the Hackett Group report demand immediate attention: slashing spending costs, securing supply chain resilience, and modernizing outdated operating models. Solutions: Strategic Sourcing: Move beyond transactional purchasing and embrace strategic sourcing.
ivalua
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
With 30% of respondents indicating their organizations are suffering from an inability to assess risk across suppliers, many are investing in new strategies to minimize the frequency and impact of disruption. The study also found that suppliers will be vital for successfully ensuring supply continuity.
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