IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 21, 2023

Supply chain visibility has been the missing link since the shockwaves of 2020 rippled throughout the world and consumers felt the impacts of broad-based supply chain issues. But what does supply chain visibility mean? The reason boils down to a single word— barriers.

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FourKites

JANUARY 7, 2021

Defining Agile Supply Chains. Agile supply chains are nimble enough to respond smoothly to sudden changes in supply and demand. Learn more about building agility with real-time transportation visibility. Why Is Agility Important for the Supply Chain?

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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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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 4, 2024

With their advanced AI-powered Collaborative Visibility Platform and intelligent decision-making capabilities, Osa power supply chains to sell wherever their customers are, so they can focus on scalable growth – and be one step ahead. Yifat [10.21] Why supply chain organizations are allegedly spending 3.1

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Procurement Tactics

MARCH 27, 2023

18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Supply Chain Forecasting — Everything You Should Know Supply chain forecasting is about making predictions from both past and present information. What is Supply Chain Forecasting?

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Among these strategies, the role of supply chain capability stands out as a key factor in driving success. A well-optimized supply chain not only ensures efficient delivery and cost-effectiveness but also provides companies with a competitive advantage in the market.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 28, 2024

This year, supply chain disruptions have posed significant obstacles for small business owners. From global events to the ongoing impacts of the pandemic, these challenges have forced businesses to adapt and find new strategies to navigate through uncertain times.

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Finale Inventory

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In the fast-paced ecommerce sector, optimizing the supply chain is vital for ensuring efficient operations. One effective strategy is materials tracking, a method that enables businesses to monitor the movement of materials throughout the supply chain. The use of advanced technology also plays a key role.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 24, 2023

This week, I was joined by good friend of the show, and VP and Supply Chain Strategist at Sleep Number Corporation, Ashley Yentz. Ashley and I sat down to talk about some of the ways organizations can level up, create visibility, achieve agility and drive sustainability in the supply chain.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic, along with disruptions such as Brexit, trade wars, and geopolitical tensions, has highlighted the need for business leaders to take a closer look at their supply chains to strike a balance between resilience and efficiency. Enroll in the Full Course offered by our expert Vera Rozanova on Supply Chain Resilience!

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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. Optimized supply chains lead to improved profit margins.

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Una

JUNE 5, 2024

Building Resilient Supply Chains To Weather Any Storm What does building a resilient supply chain entail? Explore the importance of constructing an entire ecosystem that can easily flex and pivot. Imagine your supply chain as a sturdy ship navigating the choppy waters of the global marketplace.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 4, 2023

  Today I’m joined by SDI , a digital supply chain brand whose people, processes, and technology have enabled the world’s most efficient supply chains for over 50 years. 06.40] A closer look at current supply chain challenges, and what SDI are seeing with their clients.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In the era of the Digital Retail Revolution, adaptive supply chain management is imperative amid the surge in online retail and the social commerce boom. In addition to the ever-changing marketing landscape, the supply chain often fails. You need to integrate your supply chain management systems to meet this demand.

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Procurement Tactics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Sustainable Supply Chain — The Ultimate Guide. The sustainable supply chain is adopted by many companies due to the increasing pressure to demonstrate greater environmental and social responsibility. However, how can companies demonstrate tier responsibility through the supply chain?

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Finale Inventory

JULY 17, 2024

In today’s rapidly changing business environment, supply chains are crucial to the success of ecommerce companies. However, even the most efficient supply chains can be affected by a phenomenon known as the Bullwhip Effect. These repercussions underline the importance of addressing this issue in the ecommerce realm.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 4, 2023

If you’re in the business world, you’re probably always looking for ways to streamline your supply chain operations. Luckily, supply chain analytics is here to help! But like any new technology, there are hurdles to overcome when implementing supply chain analytics.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2020

I have some real context of this, living in NYC and having a family member that works at a hospital. While it is a difficult time, you have to also applaud the heroic efforts of this industry as a whole. We believe that a key pillar of this transformation is the supply chain. Share on Twitter.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JULY 24, 2022

Today I’m joined by Unilog, the customer-focused experts in the design and management of global supply chains. Their flexible, customized supply chain solutions, based on best practices and expertise, work seamlessly with internal client operations to ensure time-definite delivery wherever and whenever necessary.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 30, 2023

As supply chains continue to evolve and become more complex, the need for efficient and reliable data exchange becomes even more important. The Challenges with EDI One of the main challenges that every company faces with EDI is the time and resources it takes to onboard new trading partners.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 17, 2024

The power to guide supply chain challenges effectively is essential for any business in a difficult and fast-paced industry. According to statistics, the global supply chain control market is predicted to reach USD 37.41 billion by 2027.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 30, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Importance of a Strong Supply Chain and Logistics Strategy! A supply chain is made up of an interconnected network of suppliers that all function together to deliver products or services to customers efficiently. Visibility. Subscribe Here!

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 15, 2023

If you are in the supply chain industry, you are probably well aware of the constant need to optimize processes and improve communication between stakeholders. And one of the most promising innovations in recent years is ChatGPT for supply chain. If you are not familiar with ChatGPT, don’t worry!

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FourKites

DECEMBER 16, 2020

These companies represent two of FourKites’ oldest partners, so I was delighted to have an opportunity to speak with them and learn a bit about each company’s unique perspective on the growing role of platforms and location visibility within the supply chain. On-time in-full, or OTIF, is another consideration.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Time is really important in business. Knowing how crucial time is for keeping customers happy and influencing what they buy, it’s clear that handling lead time (which means the time it takes to get things ready) is not just needed for business, but it also gives an edge in today’s competitive and complex economy.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

If you haven’t been thinking about these questions, the time to start is now. Your customers, employees and shareholders want to know you have a plan to address supply chain sustainability. But the supply chain doesn’t end when the product hits the market, and neither does supply chain sustainability.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 4, 2024

In the competitive landscape of ecommerce, effective inventory management is key to success. One important aspect of inventory management is tracking raw materials. Understanding the Importance of Tracking Raw Materials Raw materials are fundamental in the ecommerce industry.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Today’s customers and employees expect a real-time, personalized and connected user experience on any platform. As enterprise applications grow and evolve to address these needs, integration between applications has become increasingly important. This is where application programming interfaces (APIs) can help.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2022

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. and J-P Rodrigue (2004)).

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Finale Inventory

JULY 15, 2024

In the fast-paced ecommerce environment, efficient inventory management plays an important role in ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. One inventory management strategy that has gained significant popularity is Just in Time (JIT) inventory.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Building Stronger Relationship s : Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration A chain is only as strong as its weakest link—but what if you can’t evaluate the entire chain? Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For years, supply chain professionals have measured success by how well they have been able to drive down costs and drive up efficiency. Just-in-time (JIT) became an artform and masters of the practice achieved new levels of precision.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 1, 2024

Are you interested in learning about the world of the F&B supply chain? In this article, we will walk you through the basics, key components, role of inventory management, challenges, and technological innovations in the F&B supply chain.

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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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Finale Inventory

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Lead time refers to the amount of time it takes for a product to go from the initial order placement to its final delivery to the customer. In ecommerce, understanding lead time is key for efficient inventory management and customer satisfaction. Firstly, it directly impacts inventory management.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 21, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. A “Don’t Touch” Strategy will Dramatically Lean out your Supply Chain! Everyone involved in these Supply Chains is abiding by the social distancing and protective mandates we all are adhering to. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

How many people make a New Year’s resolution to “Lean” yourself out only to abandon it shortly thereafter? What do you do when your Lean program at work suffers the same fate? In this case one of the areas I wanted to understand was whether or not there was a Lean program in operation. And it needed a reboot.

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