IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

A successful business strategy dictates the allocation of resources and outlines how a company will achieve its strategic goals. Whether the organization is focused on developing new products or marketing an existing service to an under-served demographic, having a solid strategy will help an organization realize its long-term goals.

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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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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In today’s business environment, regardless of the product or service, leaders must develop a well-honed business strategy. A successful business strategy must clearly define an organization’s objectives, decision-making processes and long-term business goals.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JULY 20, 2023

Zarrin Lilani on How Women Lead in Supply Chain At Let’s Talk Supply Chain, we’re passionate about closing the gender gap to expand innovation through diversity. Making this hard dichotomy shift isn’t just about good business ethics either. It’s a business investment in an industry that’s anything but predictable.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Until you can leverage what it takes to succeed, most businesses today will struggle to maintain fiscal viability and relevance in the Modern Global Market. The root causes of these issues often stem from a clash of the following critical Supply Chain Variables: Poor Toxic Culture. Inability to execute good Business Strategies.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 22, 2023

One of the major drivers of Women in Supply Chain is Let’s Talk Supply Chain’s commitment to supporting bridging the gender gap in the industry. And it isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s a smart investment for a business landscape hallmarked by uncertainty and yes, the more-than-occasional chaos.

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

I studied procurement and obtained a Master’s degree in supply chain and international procurement. Following three years of studying international business, I had the option to choose across various specialisations for my Master’s degree and decided to try something completely new, which would sort of enhance my curriculum.

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

I studied procurement and obtained a Master’s degree in supply chain and international procurement. Following three years of studying international business, I had the option to choose across various specialisations for my Master’s degree and decided to try something completely new, which would sort of enhance my curriculum.

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Arkestro

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Resources / Blog / How (and Why) Sustainability Became an Essential Part of Procurement Processes How (and Why) Sustainability Became an Essential Part of Procurement Processes In todays rapidly evolving procurement landscape, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword its a business necessity.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Global Supply Chain is thriving with each passing day. Business profitability and customer satisfaction always go hand in hand. However, the game-changer is how Cost Efficiency and Cost Effectiveness play their role in the supply chain. It depicts strong annotations on the business performance.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 18, 2024

It’s a new year, and there are reasons to suggest that 2024 might be a departure from the fresh chaos that has hallmarked supply chain since the 2020’s started, or at least a de-escalation. Over the last few years, supply chain professionals have navigated an endless array of challenges.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 5, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Smart, smooth, safe & sustainable Supplier Management will require shifts in strategy, process & systems, and these kinds of foundational shifts require champions of change. Ounces | Sustainable Procurement Initiatives. 6 liters | Streamlined Supply Chain Compliance.

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HICX

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The effective management of supply chains is critical to business operations and by adopting newer digital solutions, organizations can benefit from improved efficiency, reduced costs and operational improvements across the supply chain as a whole. The result is a more synchronized and agile supply chain.

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Procurement Heads

JUNE 14, 2023

The breadth of the role dealing with all categories across a £8 billion-a-year spend is exciting and there are very few roles in a company that have so much reach and influence – for example, it allows me to challenge and support Network Rail in becoming more commercial, more sustainable, and more diverse.

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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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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

A procurement strategy allows an organization to navigate an increasingly complex global supply chain, adapt swiftly to market fluctuations, and achieve cost optimization, operational efficiency and growth. In addition, a well-crafted procurement framework fosters innovation and sustainability.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 26, 2023

Over the last few years, a lot has changed in the supply chain industry. Fueled by constant disruptions that peaked during the pandemic and constant news headlines about the latest chain issues, consumers are more informed about supply chain and how it impacts their communities and daily lives.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 23, 2023

With a decade hallmarked by disruption, consumers are more aware of supply chain and how industry shortages, talent gaps, and climate events impact their daily lives and local communities. One dialogue that is still catching fire is how closing the gender gap in supply chain can help the industry build its ranks and agility.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 24, 2023

The 2020’s have escalated nonstop supply chain disruption, from delays to shortages and workforce challenges. Supply chain obstacles are still being cited for growing global inflation. Supply chain leaders are still struggling with an ongoing labor shortage—making getting and staying ahead harder.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 21, 2023

Continuously: Leaders that want their product innovations to be sustainable must align with their finance peers. A second study about the integral role finance plays in sustainability initiatives found that 87% of transformational finance leaders foster a culture focused on speed of innovation, compared to less than half of their peers.

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The Good Spending

AUGUST 23, 2022

Procurement value demystified Unfortunately, "procurement value" became another buzzword – everyone tells us to generate, capture, and sustain it. The business must engage its stakeholders to effectively create, trade, and sustain value. Saving is calculated based on the cost of capital throughout a deferred payment period.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 9, 2023

As a global technology company, they provide networked innovation, quality, and compliance solutions to consumer brands that want to reduce supply chain risk, innovate faster, speed up business processes, and take control of data. 13.36] An overview of TraceGains – what they do and how they help their customers. “The

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Strategic Considerations for Procurement Technology When adopting procurement technology, strategic thinking is crucial: Alignment with Business Strategy: Ensure the technology aligns well with the overall business strategy and contributes to its objectives.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 8, 2024

Orchestrating the new human + AI workforce Today, businesses are no longer only focused on finding the human talent they need to execute their business strategy. Here’s how top CHROs are already seizing the opportunity. The CHRO’s primary challenge is to orchestrate the new human plus AI workforce.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Luke Elliott discussed the dramatic shift in Procurement landscape and how Digital Procurement can help leaders stay resilient in the face of current challenges with respect to price inflation being at a 40-year high and disruptive supply chains leading to stock issues. 96% of the leaders believe that this a long-term trend.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

These services deliver crucial benefits, including cost reduction through strategic sourcing and volume pricing, enhanced supplier performance through rigorous selection and management, improved compliance to regulations, and minimized risk of supply chain disruptions.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 9, 2023

By measuring key aspects of the procurement process, these metrics provide insights that can drive significant improvements in cost-efficiency, operational performance, and supply chain resilience. Importance and Impact on the Organization – Delivery metrics are vital for maintaining a smooth and efficient supply chain.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 3, 2023

Innovative strategies in procurement are crucial for organizations to stay competitive, adapt to changes, and drive business growth. In this blog, we will delve deep into the realm of managed procurement services, and more importantly, the innovative strategies that are revolutionizing this field.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 4, 2023

By effectively managing the purchasing process, companies can better control their expenditures and optimize their supply chain, ensuring the availability of the right products and services at the right time. Some key strategies include: 1. Some of the key benefits include: 1.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

These services deliver crucial benefits, including cost reduction through strategic sourcing and volume pricing, enhanced supplier performance through rigorous selection and management, improved compliance to regulations, and minimized risk of supply chain disruptions.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 8, 2019

They should also extend this digitalization to supply chain management (supplier portal, webEDI, etc.) You will also need to create a business case based on your vision and the potential improvements – and above all, get your senior stakeholders on board! 2) Establish the basics. 4) The “Day of Digitalization”.

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Pipefy

MARCH 6, 2023

Following recent events like the pandemic, the shift to non-office work models, and supply chain pressures, the demand for business process transformation has accelerated. Many leaders today realize that a radical change is needed to keep up with changing business environments and requirements.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

Introduction Welcome to the dynamic world of procurement, where businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to manage their supply chains more efficiently and effectively. One strategy that has captured considerable attention is procurement outsourcing. Conclusion A.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 17, 2025

Sustainability is an escalating priority for consumers and organizations alike as carbon emissions continue contributing to extreme weather events and damage to our planet. The climate change debate is overits real and its herewe need solutions in supply chain now. But sustainable approaches cant be cultivated in a silo.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In the last Women In Supply Chain blog of the year, we want to take a look at what next year has to offer for industry trends and growth. So, expect to see a serious evolution in sustainability and circular supply chains demanded by consumers and some governmental institutions alike. Theres a lot.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

As we look back at supply chain management over the last year—whether you’re in logistics or manufacturing—there are signs of progress we can all be thankful for. The COVID-19 pandemic sent shockwaves across supply chains , highlighting regional dependencies and labor shortages.

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