IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

Automate to ensure consistent service levels Without real-time demand sensing combined with visibility into performance across supplier networks, increasing grid/energy demands for consumers and growing communities can lead to product excess or shortages.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 19, 2022

A new artificial intelligence risk detection tool is helping users surface, understand and mitigate threats to their supplier networks within hours.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 13, 2022

Companies that lack supply chain visibility beyond first-tier suppliers can’t confirm if or where labor exploitation is occurring.

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Spend Matters

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Over the coming weeks, our risk series will cover vendors within the following risk categories: Financial Risk & Supplier Risk. Supply Chain Risk. Supplier Management Non-Suites. Supplier Management Suites. Contract Risk Management. Compliance/CSR Risk. Fraud Prevention & Services Procurement Risk.

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ivalua

JUNE 22, 2022

Get up to speed with the newest changes and learn what it takes to enable effective, scalable supplier collaboration –including how to reduce risk, improve supply chain visibility, and build operational resilience and responsiveness. Ivalua’s latest eBook is the foundation for a smarter, more resilient supply chain.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Supply chain resiliency is top of mind. Many executives are working to make their supply chains a competitive advantage.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Roambee's presentation emphasized how the supply chain visibility company changed the supply chain operations of reusable packaging container (RPC) suppliers.

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Procurement Software

MAY 9, 2022

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) can be complex. Supplier relationship management software can make things a little bit easier. These often use a mix of Microsoft tools to address supplier management needs. Here are 5 Key Advantages from using Supplier Relationship Management Software. Safeguard Brand Value.

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Procurement Software

MAY 9, 2022

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) can be complex. Supplier relationship management software can make things a little bit easier. These often use a mix of Microsoft tools to address supplier management needs. Here are 5 Key Advantages from using Supplier Relationship Management Software. Safeguard Brand Value.

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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. Work to achieve 100% supply chain visibility. Why is visibility so important? Create speed and transparency.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 4, 2022

Achieving supply chain visibility isn't a matter of spending years to acquire a fixed view of suppliers, says Jack Dobson, commercial account lead with Palantir. It's about managing relationships that are in constant flux.

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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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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Categories: Procurement Systems & Architecture , Supply Chain , Supply Chain Management , Supply Chain Visibility Tags: EU , procurement systems and planning Food is a universal commodity, and most people take the fresh food supply chain for granted. Read more. ).

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ivalua

JANUARY 13, 2016

But one critical area remains in need of significant attention … the need for better supplier collaboration AND internal teamwork. Early collaboration among engineering, sourcing, and suppliers brings better ideas to the table in terms of product design, features, and costs. Suppliers are always looking to hide sources of cost.

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ivalua

JUNE 18, 2020

The release features a broad array of innovations to empower customers to better manage their spend and suppliers. Through its ease of use and native integration with the sourcing solution, SDC will empower any user to leverage optimisation and make smarter allocation and supplier selection decisions.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 21, 2023

Supply chain visibility has been the missing link since the shockwaves of 2020 rippled throughout the world and consumers felt the impacts of broad-based supply chain issues. But what does supply chain visibility mean? The reason boils down to a single word— barriers.

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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.

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Spend Matters

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Forty years ago, the Harvard Business review published Peter Kraljic’s article ‘ Purchasing Must Become Supply Management ,’ which debuted the supplier segmenting method that we now know as the Kraljic matrix. For this, you really need supply management. You can check to see if the supplier uses forced labor,” Bertrand says.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Challenges in Construction Procurement The complexity of construction projects often brings with it a set of challenges including: Supply Chain Complexity: The vast number of suppliers, logistics required, and the necessity for timing precision make the supply chain highly complex.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Challenges in Construction Procurement The complexity of construction projects often brings with it a set of challenges including: Supply Chain Complexity: The vast number of suppliers, logistics required, and the necessity for timing precision make the supply chain highly complex.

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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. Be proactive to mitigate supply chain risk by understanding your suppliers.

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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.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 26, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Visibility Has Never Been More Important! Supply Chain visibility article and permission to publish here provided by Adam Miglio. And the limitations in supply chain visibility seem to start right here. Subscribe Here!

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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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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

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Supply and demand are in prolonged imbalance, and will continue to rock out of equilibrium in 2022. As suppliers struggle fulfill backlogged orders and meet current customer demand, supply chain managers need to remain nimble. Contract negotiations will become commonplace as tensions between customers and suppliers flare.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Limited Supplier Network. Relying on a limited number of suppliers can lead to back-orders and other delays. Constrained supply chains and the associated shortages have resulted in mounting pressures for organizations to diversify their supplier bases. Supply Chain Visibility. Managing risk.

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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. Be proactive to mitigate supply chain risk by understanding your suppliers.

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ivalua

JUNE 16, 2021

Cut off from these important imports, MENA companies sharpened their focus on transforming supply chains, as a means of becoming more resilient and agile. Such tools help procurement teams predict disruptions, assess risk, and make informed decisions to mitigate the impact of supply chain disruptions. Enter eProcurement.

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ivalua

JULY 22, 2015

This week’s signs deal with supplier relationships. You Have Imbedded a Cost Management Mindset into Every Supplier Relationship. Strategic Sourcing Requires Collaborative Working Arrangements with Key Suppliers. You Appreciate the Real Impact of a Successful Supplier Diversity Program. alternatives. alternatives.

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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.

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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 23, 2022

Contract management, also known as contract lifecycle management, in the field of procurement refers to the handling of end-to-end contracting with the suppliers and other third parties of an organization. . Improving supplier relationship management through data transparency. . Enhanced contract visibility. Mitigate risks.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 3, 2022

SEKO provides complete supply chain solutions, specializing in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing. Powered by their innovative and customizable IT solutions, SEKO provide a seamless flow of information, giving their ever-growing customer base true supply chain visibility.

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Procurement Leaders

JUNE 13, 2022

Securing this level of visibility in the construction sector is challenging for several reasons: Much of the work on HS2 is broken into stand-alone projects made up of unique combinations of contractors and suppliers. Engaging with suppliers to collect the necessary data. Developing a risk methodology to assess suppliers.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 19, 2022

Below are some of the best strategic solutions you can consider to maximize your supply chain’s efficiency and performance: 1. Improve Your Supplier Relationships. When it comes to supply chain and logistics , always remember that the supply chain process starts with your suppliers.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

[Read More: The Ultimate Guide to Contract Logistics: What You Need to Know ] Information Technologies Driving Efficiency In Walmart’s journey towards becoming a global leader, information technologies have played a pivotal role in driving efficiency within the integrated Walmart supply chain.

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