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History and Evolution of Supply Chain and Logistics

SCMDOJO

In the current era, it is clear that new modes of production are concomitant with new modes of distribution, which advances the field of logistics, the science of physical distribution or even supply chain management. Reminder of Key Definitions – Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Neil Southern, 2011).

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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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Madison Avenue ooops. make that Gartner, names Oracle as a leader in supply chain planning

Procurement Insights

When Gartner’s name came up during a recent conversation, I was immediately reminded of this post I wrote – including a short video in 2011. was recently named a leader in supply chain planning for its commitment to a streamlined approach to its logistics and supply chain, especially in regards to its technology operations.

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Why we need S&OP Vision, Culture, and Language

Supply Chain Trend

To Make S&OP Work, We’ll Need New Software. Their orientation is on supply chain, but there are needs for S&OP as a business-governing model in other areas. In his experiments on cooperative behaviour, Yochai Benkler (2011) found that 30% of people behave as though they are selfish.

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BCG’s 10 Step Plan for Procurement Excellence

Procurement Software

Anointed by Steve Jobs to take over as CEO in Aug 2011, he was one of very few CPOs who’s made the ultimate career step. Very few CEOs come from Procurement or Supply Chain. Supply Chain should become one of the top agenda items on board level meetings. Reduce Cost (yes, it’s always going to be our job!)

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What the Coupa software acquisition means for procuretech

Procurement Software

nShockwaves were sent through the procurement software industry last December when the Coupa software acquisition was announced. Aside from the obviously devastating blow this is to their former employees, what is the wider and longer lasting impact of Coupa’s acquisition on the procurement software industry?