Procurement Heads

MARCH 7, 2023

Rachel Lemos, Executive Director, Supply Chain BC Ferries “International Women’s Day is a welcome date for me every year as it prompts us to stop and take stock to consider the role we can all play to help make a more gender-balanced world. Tchiya Makasa, Global Sourcing Lead, JLL “Gender equity will bring about gender equality!

Leadership 246

Leadership Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Import 246

Supply Chain Opz

OCTOBER 14, 2013

In recent years, the auto-id technology such as bar code and RFID together with the electronic data transmission are considered the holy grail of supply chain visibility. 3) Find bottleneck : do you really have to see anything and everything that happens in the supply chain? The answer is NO.

Supply Chain Visibility 55

Supply Chain Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions Supply chain 55

Una

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

For Director of Global Sourcing for Medline Industries Brian Chaplin, being a sourcing hero means listening, learning, and taking action. The Challenging State of Procurement and Supply Chain. Leveraging Lean Procurement. Redefining the Value Proposition of Procurement. By Hugo Britt | September 15, 2022.

Procurement 98

Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Purchasing Purchase orders 98

Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

The global source-to-pay and procure-to-pay outsourcing market is expanding rapidly with the market expected to reach $55.8 Automation A Pipefy survey of business and IT leaders found that for finance and supply chain/procurement teams, improved agility and cost savings were among the primary drivers shared by both areas.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 52

Spend Matters

JULY 24, 2023

So while this year’s report places a lot of emphasis on operating model set-up and talent management, we wish to highlight the ‘Digitization’ section because Procurement has a clear imperative to build agility and resilience into supply chains. Category management is the core engine for scaling processes.

supply chain budgeting 80

supply chain budgeting Budget Agile and Lean Supply Chain Risk 80

Empowering CPO

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of procurement, organizations are turning to strategic sourcing services to navigate the complexities and achieve sustainable success. At EmpoweringCPO, we understand the pivotal role it plays in optimizing the supply chain, reducing costs, and fostering long-term competitiveness.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sustainability Sourcing 52

Empowering CPO

JANUARY 28, 2024

Introduction In the dynamic realm of procurement, organizations strive to not only meet their immediate needs but also to establish sustainable and cost-effective supply chains. Organizations should proactively identify potential risks in the supply chain and implement strategies to mitigate them.

Strategic sourcing 40

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization 40

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

DECEMBER 9, 2020

The pandemic has taught us supply chain professionals a precious lesson in supply chain risk management. The pandemic has put to the test, flexibility, adaptability, and resilience of supply chains. The supply disruption triggered in China sent shock waves all around and shut down the global economy.

Risk management 52

Risk management Risk Suppliers Management 52

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Initiatives that prioritize environmentally friendly practices, fair labor, and responsible sourcing improve brand reputation and mitigate potential legal and reputational risks.

Procurement 52

Procurement Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Arkestro

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Agile Systems Key to Navigating Today’s Procurement Challenges Arkestro: Sounds like you’re in deep with this industry! Preparing for Automotive Supply Chain Disruptions Through Strong Processes, Training, and Technologies Arkestro: You mentioned the supply chain disruptions before, and we know they are an ongoing critical concern.

Procurement 52

Procurement Procurement team Agile and Lean Supply Chain Buyers 52

Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

Introduction In an era where businesses are increasingly seeking efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and agility, the role of procurement has become more critical than ever before. Risk Management: Procurement involves a variety of risks, from supply chain disruptions to compliance issues.

Management 40

Management Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Supplier relationship management 40

Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 17, 2024

These events should challenge us to better understand and prepare for the inevitable impact on our collective supply chains both today and in the future. The big question is will they finally enable us to implement the three most important supply chain practices? Sourcing shifts, supply chain delays.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Export 40