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6 Tips for Students to Develop a Career in the Supply Chain

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The supply chain industry is vital to the global economy with its complex network of activities, people, organizations, information, and resources. As businesses continue to globalize and markets become increasingly interconnected, the demand for skilled supply chain professionals is rising.

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The Difference Between Logistics and Supply Chain

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The globalized world relies on efficient and well-coordinated supply chains. Understanding this distinction is essential for anyone entering the procurement, purchasing, or supply chain field. It specifically focuses on the physical movement, storage, and coordination of goods and information within the supply chain.

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The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility for Procurement

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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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4 Ways Modern Software will Empower Digital Procurement

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The pandemic has accelerated this trend, with the Procurement function front and center in the fight to ensure supply chain resilience and continuity, reduce costs and protect the bottom line. Forrester’s study of 500 Procurement Professionals looked into the opportunities for SVM software to help return business to sustained growth.

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How Modern Software Empowers Procurement with Agility and Resilience in Times of Crisis

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The pandemic wreaked havoc on businesses and their supply chains, but even in these trying times, there’s a silver lining. The job of sourcing professionals is to understand the risk in the supply chain and manage it so they can react quickly when a problem occurs.” Start by Putting the Right Technology in Place.

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What do AI, a Model T, and a Bugatti have in common?

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The lack of an experienced driver would negatively impact each vehicle’s optimal performance. To find out more about this fascinating topic, be sure to sign up for Scoutbee’s next webinar – The future of procurement is people who are tech savvy not procurement savvy – on June 6. Register here.

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Leverage the Power of Spend Analysis

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In today’s competitive business landscape, procurement professionals constantly seek ways to optimize costs and maximize value. Only 6% of companies report full visibility on their supply chain , while 69% do not have total visibility. However, relying solely on spend analysis can limit your cost-saving potential.