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The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility for Procurement

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

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, up from $1.9

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Digital Twinning of Supply Chains!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain Road is Full of Potholes, Construction and Accidents! This Digital Twinning of Supply Chains article focuses on transformative ideation of transport & logistics value chains. The physical supply chain is not easily changeable.

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Understanding Spend Management Perspectives: CFO, CEO, Procurement Director & Procurement Manager

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

Spend Management is a critical function within an organization, and it involves the strategic management of the company’s spending to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance profitability. We should also monitor the actual expenses against the projected spend to ensure that we are staying within our budget.”

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A Gameplan for Procurement Transformation

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

A successful procurement transformation involves a strategic overhaul of processes, technologies, and approaches to achieve greater efficiency, cost savings, risk management, and value creation. Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors, leading to faster and more accurate procurement cycles.

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Beginner’s Guide to Managing Spend

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

It involves analyzing, planning, and executing activities aimed at maximizing value while minimizing costs. By effectively managing spend, Procurement & Purchasing Teams can drive cost savings, enhance operational efficiency, and contribute to the overall profitability of the organization. Conclusion: Congratulations!

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What CPOs Need to Know About Predictive Procurement Orchestration

Arkestro

Yet challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, global supply chain disruptions, and the economic downturn have all limited and slowed down the next phase in procurement transformation. As an increasing number of companies prioritize cost containment, the pressure is on for procurement.

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The future of 5G: What to expect from this transformational technology

IBM Supply Chain Blog

According to this recent IDC white paper (link resides outside ibm.com), in the US alone, almost 120 million 5G devices were expected to ship by the end of 2023—a 9.3 % increase over the previous year. Supply dependable connectivity with real-time results, enabling staff to make faster, more informed decisions about patient care.