IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

Pair that with a semiconductor shortage amidst global car sales that are forecasted to top 69 million , and you can understand that disruptions in the automotive supply chain would be detrimental to the industry.​ 3 tips for accelerating the path to a more resilient and sustainable automotive supply chain 1.

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Positive Purchasing

MARCH 14, 2024

Jonathan O’Brien, CEO of Positive Purchasing , author, and global procurement thought leader, outlines his effective approach to assessing the current levels of sustainability in your supply chain, then prioritizing where and how to focus your resources to make the greatest positive impact. how we are closing the “gap”).

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 6, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter ESG in Procurement — Embracing Sustainability ESG in procurement is continuously integrated by many businesses to foster sustainability in their processes. However, what is it? What is ESG Procurement?

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Procurement Tactics

JANUARY 8, 2023

Sustainable Procurement Analysis — The Ultimate Guide. However, what is it when it comes to sustainability? In this article, we will discuss what sustainable procurement analysis is. Once you finish reading this article, you will gain a deeper knowledge of what sustainable procurement analysis is.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 8, 2023

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter CPFR in Supply Chain — Everything You Should Know CPFR in supply chain allows both businesses and suppliers to fulfill customer demand. However, what is it? What is CPFR? Why is CPFR Important?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Start Your Business’ Sustainability Journey in 5 Steps! A sustainable and environment friendly supply chain is a key component for any successful business. In this article, we will show you how you can make your supply chain more sustainable and eco-friendly.

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Procurement Tactics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Sustainable Procurement Business Examples — The Ultimate Guide. Sustainable procurement is being adopted by many companies to reduce their carbon emissions and achieve sustainability. Of course, there are companies that have already adopted sustainability in their supply chain. . ENROLL NOW.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Today I’m joined by DM Delivers , a long-standing logistics service provider that is passionate about providing logistics services that deliver time and cost savings across your entire organization. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.44] Nicholas’s career journey and how he came to fall in love with supply chain. “I

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Positive Purchasing

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Now, with the need to move beyond price and security of supply to sustainable and ethical sourcing, procurement must become a more strategic and proactive function. I am sure you are comfortable being flexible and agile when buying something different, or sourcing from an alternative more sustainable supplier.

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ivalua

MAY 30, 2022

As the demands on supply chains continue to increase, so do the expectations of consumers. Consumers also expect transparency – in product origin, quality standards, and how organizations are improving their environmental and sustainability efforts. . Leveraging Technology to Transform The Supply Chain.

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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.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 30, 2023

From tech giants to manufacturing leaders, the top 10 CEOs in the supply chain industry have blazed a trail of success. The Top 10 CEOs Who Have Worked As Supply Chain Professionals 1. Tim Cook Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, has a background in operations and supply chain management. Don’t forget!

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Continuous Improvement and Risk Management Systems have long been essential to realizing supply chain and organizational success. This is especially true at a time when organizations are preoccupied with ensuring reliable supply lines, cost reduction, risk mitigation, business continuity, and so on. . PDCA stands for: .

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

The industrial sector is facing a perfect storm when it comes to their supply chains: an outdated reliance on manual processes, raw materials demand that will likely outpace supply, as well as potential resource constraints. Delays in repairs can often mean supply chain disruptions.

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Positive Purchasing

MARCH 18, 2024

Jonathan O’Brien, CEO of Positive Purchasing , author, and global procurement thought leader, outlines his effective approach to assessing the current levels of sustainability within your supply base, then prioritizing where and how to focus your resources to make the greatest positive impact.

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ivalua

JULY 16, 2020

A lack of digital maturity and a focus on supplier cost and quality are also limiting green practices. 16th July 2020, London – Research from Ivalua, a leading provider of spend management cloud solutions, has shown that six-in-ten (60%) UK businesses have decreased their investment in sustainability initiatives due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 4, 2023

If you’re in the business world, you’re probably always looking for ways to streamline your supply chain operations. Luckily, supply chain analytics is here to help! But like any new technology, there are hurdles to overcome when implementing supply chain analytics.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 21, 2024

2024 has brought a fresh sense of urgency to the global supply chain amidst growing regional wars and tensions, and calls from climate scientists have kept sustainability initiatives a top priority. The supply chain isn’t getting any less complicated. Women in supply chain motivate us.

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The Procuretech Podcast

MARCH 12, 2024

How to get a budget for procurement tech This episode delves into the evolving procurement technology market, highlighting a trend towards niche solutions tailored to specific industries and geographies, driven by the unique procurement needs across sectors and regions. 00:23:15] Supply chain disruption and risk. [00:27:30-00:27:40]

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

Equipment-heavy and reliant on an aging infrastructure, E&U clients suffer from costly supply chain disruptions as wear, tear and time take their toll. 4 tips to help energy & utility supply chains avoid unexpected downtime 1. For the energy and utilities industry (E&U), time is not on their side. Visibility.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 10, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How Eco-Friendly Packaging is Impacting Sustainability! Reducing packaging costs can have a huge influence on your business’ overall profit, hence it’s worthwhile taking time to find the right packaging solution for your companies specific products and customers needs.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 30, 2023

They also analyze market trends and make recommendations to senior management on how to optimize procurement processes to reduce costs and increase efficiency. They are responsible for managing the procurement activities of the organization and play a critical role in the supply chain. Why Are They Important?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Kubota, a Japanese-based services and technology provider within the agriculture, water and environmental industries, has a keen focus on innovation and sustainability. Kubota plans to reduce not only the amount of electricity, but also the use of various chemicals and consumables used to operate the plant.

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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!

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Empowering CPO

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of procurement, organizations are turning to strategic sourcing services to navigate the complexities and achieve sustainable success. At EmpoweringCPO, we understand the pivotal role it plays in optimizing the supply chain, reducing costs, and fostering long-term competitiveness.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 22, 2023

Additionally, we will tell you the advantages of having integrated logistics in your supply chain. Thus, this will enable you to implement it in your supply chain. Sustainable Procurement Course Maintain profitability while moving toward sustainability 4. What is Integrated Logistics?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Green Supply Chain: True Sustainability or Just a Marketing Stunt? As the world becomes increasingly concerned with environmentalism, businesses are looking for easy ways to go green and reduce their carbon footprint , especially in their supply chains.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

When it comes to the latter, retail leaders are also facing new government regulations that make sustainability promises a must-have rather than a nice-to-have. The good news is that sustainability and profitability go hand-in-hand, especially in the retail supply chain. Simple: communicate!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 14, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Procurement and Sustainability are your business’ Yin and Yang. Procurement and Sustainability are two disciplines and business functions that exist in a perfectly harmonious contradiction. Sustainability is fundamentally centered around the act of conservation.

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Strategic Sourceror

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

As any supply chain professional will tell you, managing various day-to-day operations and keeping track of everything going on in the supply chain are among the most difficult parts of the job. The most critical part of running any supply chain is ensuring you are making the best possible decisions quickly.

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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.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 16, 2023

Thus, you will know what operational model will work better for your supply chain. A fourth-party logistics , typically known as 4PL, is an operational model where a business outsources its entire supply chain and logistics to a single external provider. 4PL: What is it?

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

On November 2nd – 3rd, SupplyShift held its third annual Summit, joining business leaders from across the world to share their knowledge, lessons learned, and best practices on tackling today’s biggest supply chain sustainability issues. Sustainability is an existential challenge. Need a little inspiration?

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

On November 2nd – 3rd, SupplyShift held its third annual Summit, joining business leaders from across the world to share their knowledge, lessons learned, and best practices on tackling today’s biggest supply chain sustainability issues. Sustainability is an existential challenge. Key Takeaways.

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Positive Purchasing

JULY 26, 2023

Jonathan O’Brien , CEO of Positive Purchasing , author, and global procurement thought leader, outlines an effective approach to creating a road map for embedding a sustainable procurement initiative in your business. I am not going to catalogue all the reasons why embedding effective sustainability in an organization is so vital.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 19, 2023

AI in logistics refers to the use of AI-powered solutions to optimize supply chain management, improve decision-making and enhance customer experience. The use of AI in logistics is becoming an essential element of supply chain management as the industry becomes more complex as it is.

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