Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 11, 2024

I have gone through the Procurement Insights archive of 2,410 posts from 2007 to today to provide what I believe will be a unique context explaining the evolution of predictions over the past couple of decades. There are between 2 and 4 links covering the period 2007 to 2024.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 59

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability 59

SCMDOJO

JULY 18, 2024

Vehicle efficiency is a critical factor for businesses operating trucks. This blog post explores various strategies that can significantly improve vehicle efficiency in truck operations. biodiesel) These alternative fuels offer environmental benefits and can contribute to improved vehicle efficiency. increase in fuel efficiency.

Supply Chain Efficiency 105

Supply Chain Efficiency Cost of ownership Supply Chain Optimization Sustainable transportation 105

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Understanding Lean and Six Sigma Lean and Six Sigma are two powerful methodologies aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency and quality. – JIT deliveries cause congestion in the supply chain which leads to delays, pollution, shortage of workers, etc. – Lastly, Not applicable to all industries.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Quality Supply Chain Optimization 98

SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

In this effort, Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) are essential because they provide a variety of supply chain management solutions that simplify warehouse operations, order processing, and transportation. A dependable LSP is an essential factor for corporate development and growth. ” It is still primarily theoretical.

Logistics 98

Logistics Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Negotiation 98

Procurement Insights

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Information technology plays a significant role in supporting relationships between the customer and the supplier using electronic data interchange to share data between both sides, this technology provides fast, accurate information and business efficiency to the firm ( Mulligan and Gordon , 2002).

Suppliers 72

Suppliers Buyers Risk management Supply Chain Optimization 72

Procurement Insights

OCTOBER 26, 2023

I am talking about a fully interactive, intuitive chatbot through which 90 percent of everyday procurement work can be effectively and efficiently managed. The problem is that batch-based supply-chain tools “can’t support swift resolution of supply chain glitches.” Back To Square One?

Change management 69

Change management Management Contract Buyers 69

Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 6, 2023

When I started writing this blog in May 2007, one of the reasons was to provide unknown companies such as Coupa, Zycus, and others with a venue through which they could connect with a wider and more direct audience. Ensuring they are best placed to reduce costs, manage risk and increase their efficiency, helping to maximise margins.”

Raw materials 72

Raw materials Price supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency 72