Procurement Leaders

JUNE 13, 2022

was set up by the UK Government to design and construct the railway and is responsible for procuring and coordinating a supply chain of designers and contractors to deliver billions of pounds worth of contracts. As a public funded project, supply chain transparency is critical. What is HS2?

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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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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

CTA April 28, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] A Balancing Act: Drive Sustainability while Managing Cost and Risk April 27, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. She also explained how Ivalua was instrumental in making that happen. Those are three hot topics in the enterprise today.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Visibility – An Overcomplicated Challenge! A recent Deloitte survey estimated only 15% of CPO’s have visibility beyond their tier one suppliers. I found this striking that there is so little multi-tier Supply Chain visibility.

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The IBP paradigm has hardly changed for 30 years, the decision needle has not moved enough. 2% of managers apply best practice decision methods. Hardly a recipe for improving planning & decision making. This is impossible, however, we can achieve a critical mass of integration and alignment that creates benefits.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2024

Nowadays, logistics landscapes and supply chain management are witnessing a breakthrough innovation: the automation of robots in warehouse operations. The Rise of Warehouse Robotics: Revolution or Evolution?

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 22, 2023

The realm of business today is incredibly competitive, with marketing standing as a critical determinant of a company’s triumph, particularly in the sector of supply chain. Effective digital marketing leverages various online channels to engage with audiences, spread brand awareness, and generate leads.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 23, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Why is Supply Chain Management Important? A company’s supply chain usually comprises all the operations between sourcing raw materials and delivering the product to customers. We will now look more into the benefits of KM in supply chain management.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2022

The first question you may probably be thinking is, why do I really need to hire a Supply Chain Consulting Firm? As a business leader or senior manager in a firm that does not typically use supply chain consulting solutions, you may wonder what additional value or experience can be offered.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JANUARY 17, 2023

Supply chains are becoming more and more complex, constrained, and daunting by the day. Covid and post-Covid periods have reaped havoc on supply lines. Leveraging Critical Skills in 2023. Many business leaders are looking to their supply teams to increase supply reliability and reduce supply costs.

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Spend Matters

MARCH 11, 2024

We use solution provider and practitioner intelligence, alongside our first-hand knowledge from endless demos within the tech industry (culminating in our Vendor Analyses ) to steer our research and analysis which informs the best decisions of the best decision makers. Supplier Master Files have changed, he said.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Bringing more diverse voices to these areas of supply chain can only help to weather the latest logistics disruptions. We already know that bringing more women in supply chain can stoke more curiosity and agility —helping organizations achieve and maintain breakthrough business performance.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 21, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain’s Moment of Truth Has Arrived! A solid supply chain and logistics strategy is essential for large companies. Logistics plays a critical role in a company’s supply chain. Email Address.

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Planergy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. Budgeting is a vital aspect of financial management that helps businesses allocate resources effectively, control costs, and achieve their financial goals. Why is Business Budgeting Important? How to report and analyze indirect spend to identify savings opportunities.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 29, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Investment Challenges – Real and Imagined! Intelligent Supply Chain technologies article and permission to publish here provided by Dan Weinberger , UN Supply Chain Expert and CEO of Morpheus Network. Email Address.

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

Preview In his 2019 Foresight article, Niels van Hove examined eight technological hurdles that must be overcome to enable autonomous or ‘lights out’ supply-chain planning. He reasoned that to support such planning we need to implement a third wave of integrated supply-chain planning software. Key Points.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 28, 2022

At this point, we recommend taking the course on The Sourcing Process , where Maryna Trepova explains in detail 7 Steps of the sourcing process , Make or Buy decision, Approaches to tendering process, Key process for obtaining quotations and tenders, Pre-qualification evaluation and Awarding criteria. What is Supplier Registration?

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SCMDOJO

MAY 6, 2022

Modern enterprises rely on supply chain software to track several activities, including manufacturing and distribution of goods. Many supply chain systems are closed-source, all-in-one, proprietary, expensive, and difficult to customize ( read Why ERP Sucks ). What are No-code Platforms?

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SCMDOJO

JULY 24, 2023

Contract Logistics is a critical aspect of the supply chain that often remains behind the scenes but plays a significant role in ensuring the efficient movement and management of goods. Read More: 6 Logistics KPIs Attributes That are Essential ] What is Contract Logistics?

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2023

Thankfully, outsourcing logistics services to a reliable third-party logistics provider (3PL) can make a significant difference. As a result, orchestration simplifies data management, making it easier for businesses to work more effectively. This increased visibility leads to more efficient supply chain and inventory management.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Why don’t you have a TMS (Transportation Management System) Solution yet? Supply Chain Systems article and permission to publish here provided by Dave Joseph at veridian.info. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Warehouse Management System. Warehouse Control System.

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Skill Dynamics

AUGUST 25, 2022

As an integral part of supply chain management, logistics plays an important role to keep the supply chain strong by planning, implementing, and controling the flow and storage of goods and services to meet customer’s requirements. Good visibility. Key aspects of logistics include: Production Logistics.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 14, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How to Synchronize Your Supply Chain! . So why is it that the Supply Chain in so many companies is being run without the end to end visibility needed to even function, yet which we have in our personal lives? You have that visibility wherever you are!

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Introduction In today’s hyper-connected, fast-paced global economy, the procurement landscape is more complex and critical than ever before. Companies, regardless of size and industry, need to source goods and services efficiently, cost-effectively, and with an eye toward sustainability and social responsibility.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Introduction In today’s hyper-connected, fast-paced global economy, the procurement landscape is more complex and critical than ever before. Companies, regardless of size and industry, need to source goods and services efficiently, cost-effectively, and with an eye towards sustainability and social responsibility.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 21, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain KPIs article and permission to publish here provided by Harkirat Ahluwalia. KPI’s are not solely limited to supply chain, but are used in various different fields to measure how well a company is meeting its objectives. Email Address. OTIF (Service).

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 22, 2023

Spend analysis, a cornerstone of procurement and supply chain management, is the process of collecting, cleansing, classifying, and analyzing expenditure data with the goal of reducing procurement costs, improving efficiency, and monitoring compliance. The answer lies in the powerful tool of spend analysis.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 26, 2023

Introduction In today’s dynamic business landscape, effective procurement strategies are crucial for organizations to achieve sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge. That’s why we are dedicated to providing our clients with the most up-to-date insights and expertise in spend analysis.

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FourKites

JANUARY 7, 2021

Defining Agile Supply Chains. Agile supply chains are nimble enough to respond smoothly to sudden changes in supply and demand. That only increases the odds of making the wrong decision. Learn more about building agility with real-time transportation visibility.

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Arkestro

JULY 4, 2022

Supplier diversity is increasingly being recognized as a critical objective for procurement. There are multiple reasons why this is such an important goal. A more diverse supply chain is also a more resilient supply chain. The COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath have driven home the importance of resiliency.

Suppliers 52

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

Introduction In the dynamic world of business, the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains has emerged as a critical success factor. The aim is not only to streamline operations but also to extract maximum value from every link in the supply chain. This is where EmpoweringCPO stands apart.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 20, 2023

Today, we’re unraveling the complexity of a crucial process that businesses worldwide rely on for smarter decision-making – spend analysis. Spend analysis, an often overlooked yet critical component of procurement, is all about extracting those stories from stacks of invoices, purchase orders, and contracts.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

There’s no need to make customers wait for the answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) or to take the next step to purchase. The easy answer is mostly manual labor, although the day might come when much of what is now manual labor will be accomplished by robotic devices controlled by AI. We’re all amazed by what AI can do.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 31, 2023

It’s the concerted effort of strategically planning and managing all interactions with suppliers that supply any goods and/or services to an organization. In essence, SRM is a comprehensive approach to managing an enterprise’s interactions with the organizations that supply the goods and services it uses. The ultimate goal?

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Arkestro

JUNE 6, 2023

On the other side, procurement is concerned with keeping company operations running smoothly and judicially making the most of budgets. That way both departments can become better aligned in making strategic decisions. For CPOs, their main concern is making sure procurement is taking a critical eye to costs.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

They mainly make requisitions and purchase orders to suppliers through searches in internal or external catalogs or via configurable electronic forms. Why buy E-Procurement solutions E-procurement solutions are most useful when there is a need to improve ERP process automation and the outcomes of key transactional buying activities.

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