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Agile and Lean Supply Chain Logistics Procurement team 
SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 16, 2025
This leap in AI capabilities is revolutionizing industries, and AI-driven supply chain management is no exception. The Role of Agentic AI in Supply Chains Supply chains are dynamic and complex, requiring continuous decision-making across multiple functions, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and demand forecasting.
Jaggaer
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Opportunities for Procurement Technology As we look toward 2025, European businesses are reshaping their supply chains to navigate an increasingly complex global landscape. A recent report by Maersk and Reuters Events highlights that 68% of companies are making supply chain visibility and monitoring solutions a top priority.
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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now
Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains
Procurement Templates
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Sustainability and Compliance: Ensure procurement activities align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards and regulatory compliance. Action Steps: Automate Processes: Implement cutting-edge procurement software to automate routine tasks, reducing manual errors and boosting efficiency.
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Procurement Templates
AUGUST 28, 2024
The global supply chain in 2024 faces a myriad of challenges that continue to disrupt procurement processes across industries. The interplay of economic, geopolitical, environmental, and technological factors has created a volatile environment, compelling organizations to rethink their procurement strategies.
ivalua
MARCH 24, 2021
Procurement needs digitization at its core to enable automation, efficiency, and innovation within the supply chain. To foster inter-enterprise collaboration, best-in-class procurement teams are implementing cloud-based technologies that support workflow-enabled processes.
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?
SCMDOJO
AUGUST 21, 2023
Try this as a tongue twister: “Tripping through tantalizing TikTokers, tenfold to transform your tangled supply chain!” In our digital age, where viral trends dominate, TikTok’s influence now extends to supply chain management. Discover the Top 10 TikTokers reshaping how you view supply chains.
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
JANUARY 6, 2025
What makes FIFO (First-In, First-Out) such a vital strategy for inventory management in Purchasing and Procurement? In the fast-paced and ever-changing world of supply chains, FIFO stands out as a simple yet transformative approach. Logistics & Supply Chain : Enhances throughput in distribution centers.
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain. Collaboration across Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and beyond requires visibility and communication regarding capacity, cost, risk, order quantities, inventory levels, quality , timelines, logistics, and more.
Supply Chain Game Changer
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
This was my first experience with Outsourcing, or what I refer to as “Supply Chain as a Service” (SCaaS). Virtually every type of software application is offered in a SaaS model, including software to support ERP, TMS, CRM, Inventory Management, and Invoicing applications, all of which are related to Supply Chain.
ivalua
JANUARY 31, 2022
Enterprises will continue to undergo the financial burden of revenue disruptions, consumer , and uncontrolled supply chain variables. . Disruptions in global supply chains, labor market shortages, strong consumer demand. The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers). What can we expect in 2022?
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Arkestro
MAY 23, 2022
As 2019 wound down, who would have predicted that how to solve supply chain disruptions would become one of the top headlines? Supply chain disruption has become something that all of us see in the headlines every day: online, in newspapers, and in magazines. What Are Supply Chain Disruptions Blamed On?
Skill Dynamics
OCTOBER 19, 2023
A generic approach to training is not the solution to the increasing range of challenges facing procurement teams. This means that skills enhancement across wider roles is required for procurement professionals, with a focus on role-specific learning. This approach also helps with overall team development.
Una
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
This left procurement organizations and departments scrambling to find more strategic alternatives to not only survive but carve out their place in an evolving global market. How to Market Procurement’s Value Beyond Cost Savings. Redefining the Value Proposition of Procurement. How Procurement Can Add Value to an Organization.
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IBM Supply Chain Blog
JANUARY 31, 2024
Sourcing isn’t just a concern for procurement teams. With rising consumer and stakeholder expectations around ethical and responsible supply chains, who supplies your organization’s goods and services is also a C-suite consideration. For example, supply chain disruptions are difficult to predict.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The aim of these analytical models is to provide Procurement teams with reliable, repeatable decisions and learn from historical relationships and trends in the data. Co-Founder of Seaforth Analytical Services, Supply Chain Analytics Company based in the UK.
Procurement Tactics
JUNE 28, 2023
It also ensures that the procurement process is aligned with financial targets and objectives. Delivery and Logistics The status of goods and services purchased, such as their delivery timelines, transportation times, or receipt is monitored. The software also comes with its native mobile application for iOS and Android devices.
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.
Jaggaer
JUNE 28, 2024
I was recently delighted to be joined in webinar discussion by Iain Prince, Operational Transformation & Supply Chain Partner at KPMG. The topic under discussion was current challenges in direct procurement. Pre-pandemic, nobody outside procurement and supply chain management ever mentioned it.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 23, 2018
Growing global complexity in supply chain management has forced organizations to look towards technology as their silver bullet; serving as the missing link between people (supply chain actors) and the ability to collaborate at scale. especially procurement and logistics?—?in Blockchain in Logistics.
Procurement Heads
APRIL 5, 2023
So, they had created this whole business case, and they started talking about what was possible from a procurement perspective but had missed the whole point about stakeholder engagement and business requirements going forward. What are some of the biggest changes you have noticed in the world of procurement?
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Procurement Heads
APRIL 5, 2023
So, they had created this whole business case, and they started talking about what was possible from a procurement perspective but had missed the whole point about stakeholder engagement and business requirements going forward. What are some of the biggest changes you have noticed in the world of procurement?
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Arkestro
JULY 6, 2023
Plant shutdowns, production disruptions, supply shortages, and demand surges wreaked havoc on the automotive world in 2020. And unfortunately, many of those same issues are major pain points for procurement teams today. million cars from production due to ongoing supply chain issues and semiconductor shortages.
Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Though the introduction of AI into our everyday lives is relatively new, its abilities meet critical needs, enhances efficiencies, and allows procurement professionals to avoid being bogged down by mundane tasks. As AI enhances collaboration between procurement teams and suppliers on inventory, its value extends across the supply chain.
Arkestro
AUGUST 29, 2024
As of 2024, 75% of employers lack the talent they need, with high-tech manufacturing and procurement teams seeing the highest levels of impact. According to Gartner, 52% of procurement leaders faced staffing shortages in 2021, and the problem continues today.
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Arkestro
MARCH 13, 2023
FRANK BATTINO – Director of Procurement & Logistics Services The Challenge Operational silos across disparate locations. Due to pandemic-driven market disruption, consumer behaviors shifted and labor forces shrunk — suffocating the global supply chain.
Arkestro
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Absent clairvoyant capabilities, however, automotive procurement teams have to make do with what they do have — which can seem like little in the face of such a complex procurement environment. No spam, just relevant procurement news and tips. You can unsubscribe at any time. Sheffield: Great question.
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Let's Talk Supply Chain
JUNE 27, 2022
The disruption the global supply chain is facing today has been a long time coming, yet it seems to have caught the entire industry off guard. Brands like Coca-Cola and Nike will now have to spend a vast amount of money scrutinizing their supply chains and potentially finding new suppliers. It’s time for a plan.
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Arkestro
JUNE 20, 2023
Research-backed procurement strategies can help CFOs achieve their goals while minimizing risk exposure across global supply chains. This blog will cover the current challenges facing CFOs and procurement teams and several strategies that can be implemented to drive cost savings and increase efficiency.
Arkestro
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Resources / Blog / Unwrapping Holiday Shopping Insights: Trends, Tactics, and Tips for Procurement in 2023 Unwrapping Holiday Shopping Insights: Trends, Tactics, and Tips for Procurement in 2023 The holidays are here, meaning people all around the globe are attending festive parties, baking tasty treats, and — of course — shopping for gifts.
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Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Traditional vs Collaborative Procurement Approaches Historically, procurement teams have focused on getting the lowest price possible from suppliers to reduce costs. What is Cost Saving in Supply Chain Management? While this approach may result in short-term savings, it can be counterproductive in the long run.
Arkestro
MAY 21, 2024
According to the Hackett Group’s 2024 Global CPO Survey, procurement teams’ workloads are expected to increase an average of 8% this year. In this climate, vigilantly guarding expenses, investing in key supplier relationships, and working out logistics problems have never been more important.
Empowering CPO
MAY 5, 2023
In essence, procurement serves as the backbone of an organization’s supply chain, contributing to cost savings, risk management, and supplier relationship management. As a result, effective procurement is crucial to maintaining a competitive edge and supporting overall business objectives.
Procurement Software
AUGUST 27, 2024
At the same time, procurement technology has become more affordable and easier to use. The number of procurement tools on the market has of course multiplied too, especially in the last 5 or so years. In manufacturing businesses, it also often deals with operational issues in supply chain and logistics management.
Pipefy
JANUARY 5, 2023
Companies that still rely on manual procurement processes are at a competitive disadvantage. That’s because manual procurement processes tend to be inefficient, fragmented, and error-prone. Fortunately for procurement teams, the shift from manual to digital procurement has never been easier or more cost-effective.
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Procurement Software
JANUARY 16, 2024
Could more visionary procurement leaders be the cure for procurement teams not getting the recognition they deserve? It’s time to start replacing the technocratic, process-obsessed procurement teams. We must usher in a more visionary and value-focused group of procurement leaders and CPOs.
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Procurement Software
JUNE 4, 2024
While procurement technology for indirect spend continues to flourish, we’re now also seeing a new wave of great tech platforms for direct spend and component parts. As supply chain technology improves for transportation, inventory management and warehousing, the procurement tools for manufacturing businesses now need to step up.
World of Procurement blog
MAY 23, 2024
To mitigate supply chain risks and improve business continuity by reducing dependence on many small suppliers. Working closely with fewer suppliers also enhances supply chain transparency and resilience. Having capacity contingencies is ideal to mitigate supply chain risks.
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
Let’s face it, not many businesses of this size have a mature, strategic procurement function. There’s usually a small procurement team, consisting of a Head of Procurement who probably has some experience of working in a large enterprise. Operating supplies (MRO and consumables). This is crazy.
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
Let’s face it, not many businesses of this size have a mature, strategic procurement function. There’s usually a small procurement team, consisting of a Head of Procurement who probably has some experience of working in a large enterprise. Operating supplies (MRO and consumables). This is crazy.
Una
MARCH 6, 2024
Being able to adapt fast keeps businesses agile and ready for whatever the market throws their way. Prioritize cybersecurity Make sure that your outsourcing partner has robust cybersecurity measures in place to minimize the chance of a supply chain or back-door attack on your organization.
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Procurement Software
MARCH 5, 2024
FRDM FRDM is a software company specialising in supply chain risk management. Their software is designed for multinational corporations managing complex supply chains. It helps large enterprises like Virgin, Coca-Cola, Boeing, and IBM map, monitor, and mitigate ESG risks across their global supply chains.
Arkestro
MARCH 8, 2024
These awards recognize outstanding executives whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. He is helping procurement teams recognize the benefits of machine learning and game theory to help drive their best buying decisions and increase savings. “In
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Pipefy
JULY 29, 2024
Agility is key to any company’s long-term success. Teams must respond swiftly to risks and make informed moves based on up-to-the minute data. Labor market impacts AI has already seen explosive growth in several sectors, including healthcare, finance, automotive, logistics, retail, and manufacturing.
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