SCMDOJO

AUGUST 28, 2024

The evolution of warehousing has been a fascinating journey, mirroring the broader transformation of supply chains. Warehousing has undergone a dramatic transformation, evolving from a simple storage function to a critical strategic asset within the modern supply chain.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

They engage with suppliers on behalf of the client, discussing pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other critical aspects. Whether it’s hammering out pricing details or establishing beneficial payment terms, their negotiation skills can make a significant impact on your bottom line.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

What is Supply Chain Management (SCM) Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the management of the flow of goods, services, information and finances as they move from raw materials to final product, from manufacturer to consumer. It eliminates waste and enables companies to manufacture products at lower costs.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 19, 2023

However, now we see how brittle these global supply chains are. A perfect storm of disease, war, technological innovation, overspecialization, unchecked climate change and geopolitical tensions have shattered global supply chains and had a significant impact on the global economy.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 4, 2023

Among them were supply chain disruptions , inflation, and supply scarcity and shortages. The talent shortage in procurement and supply chain is nothing new: it’s been going on for several years now. The Supply Chain Will Continue to Heal. In 2022, procurement faced challenges on multiple fronts.

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Arkestro

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Resources / Blog / AI Revolution in Oil and Gas Procurement: Streamlining Operations for Success AI Revolution in Oil and Gas Procurement: Streamlining Operations for Success The COVID-19 pandemic forced countless industries to become more lean, agile, and innovative, and the oil and gas industry was no exception to the trend.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Agility and scalability The primary advantage of adopting a hybrid cloud strategy is agility, which businesses need to adapt to change quickly and capture opportunities to drive business growth. By significantly boosting the delivery speed of IT resources, a hybrid cloud architecture helps businesses stay agile.

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Empowering CPO

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

As businesses seek agility, cost optimization, and data-driven decision-making, AI-powered solutions are becoming indispensable for procurement professionals. It ensures that procurement partners collaborate with reliable vendors, reducing supply chain disruptions.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 11, 2024

Paths beyond VMware The impact of acquisition : A 2023 Forrester study (link resides outside ibm.com) predicts that 20% of VMware clients will move away from VMware stack due concerns around price increases, limited customer support and a mandatory requirement for subscription to software bundles —all of which are a result of the acquisition.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Evaluate overall costs Bear in mind that cloud service providers offer different pricing models and service levels to help you align cloud IT resources and costs with application needs and business value. Cloud cost-optimization software tools can help monitor workload demands for maximum cost-efficient performance.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 30, 2024

While the pay-per-usage model associated with cloud services is designed to control cloud spend, unexpected costs can crop up due to the difficulty of tracking different CSP pricing structures, overlooked data egress fees and more. Control shadow IT with visibility across multiple clouds.

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Empowering CPO

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

At EmpoweringCPO, we understand the pivotal role it plays in optimizing the supply chain, reducing costs, and fostering long-term competitiveness. Consulting firms like ours leverage cutting-edge tools and analytics to gain deep insights into market trends, supplier performance, and cost structures.

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Jaggaer

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The Essential Guide to Source to Pay, Source to Contract, and Procure to Pay Whether youre new to the world of procurement and supply chain management, or a seasoned veteran; whether you work in a major manufacturing industry, a university, or a medium-sized clinical research organization, you may find procurement jargon rather confusing.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 17, 2024

IaaS customers receive compute, network and storage resources on an on-demand, over the internet, pay-as-you-go pricing basis. With this organizational change, new teams are being defined, agile project groups created and feedback and testing loops established. Level 3 – Scale: Cloud-native strategy is now the preferred approach.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Through our technologically advanced and innovative approach, we have been successful in helping businesses reduce costs, optimize supplier relationships, manage procurement risks, and ultimately drive profitable growth. They were struggling with high procurement costs and a lack of visibility into their supply chain.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Cost optimization : Optimizing cloud spending for OLAP resources can be challenging due to complex pricing models and resource utilization patterns. Designed for cloud-native environments, they promise more efficient and data-driven decision-making for businesses, ushering in a new era of agility and insight.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 23, 2024

By effectively managing your inventory, you can minimize costs, optimize storage space, and provide exceptional customer service. By analyzing these factors, ecommerce businesses can make informed decisions about inventory levels, pricing strategies, and marketing campaigns to maximize profitability.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Through our technologically advanced and innovative approach, we have been successful in helping businesses reduce costs, optimize supplier relationships, manage procurement risks, and ultimately drive profitable growth. They were struggling with high procurement costs and a lack of visibility into their supply chain.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Procurement teams are often confronted with issues such as maintaining cost control and visibility over spending, managing relationships with a diverse range of suppliers, staying compliant with a myriad of regulations, mitigating risks in the supply chain, and leveraging new technologies effectively.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Procurement teams are often confronted with issues such as maintaining cost control and visibility over spending, managing relationships with a diverse range of suppliers, staying compliant with a myriad of regulations, mitigating risks in the supply chain, and leveraging new technologies effectively.

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