Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In an era of economic uncertainty and fluctuating market conditions, the service supply chain industry is bracing itself for a ‍seismic shift as double-digit inflation looms on the horizon. The impact of this economic phenomenon ‍on supply chain operations is profound ‍and multifaceted.

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Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As part of our theme this quarter on Procurement’s role and value in supply chain risk management, we are speaking with practitioners in the field to understand their perceptions of risk — clearly different industries perceive types of risk in different ways. And we must remember that one cannot escape supply chain risks.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Technology integration: ‍ The integration of advanced technologies like autonomous vehicles and route optimization software is expected to streamline operations and potentially reduce costs,influencing the direction of trucking rates.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 14, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Education and Certification – What’s Missing? If you’re looking to start or improve your career in the field of supply chain management courses, you might be wondering where to start. Supply Chain Management Courses.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 9, 2025

By fostering these relationships, businesses can ensure stable supply chains, consistent quality, and even access to supplier innovations. According to a McKinsey report, firms that develop strong supplier partnerships are 35% less likely to experience significant supply disruptions. Click here!

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

Are you interested in understanding how businesses effectively manage their supply chains? Look no further – this guide is here to help you grasp the fundamentals of supply chain management (SCM) and how it can lead to success. It encompasses activities such as procurement, supplier selection, and evaluation.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

However, the top three procurement challenges featured in the Hackett Group report demand immediate attention: slashing spending costs, securing supply chain resilience, and modernizing outdated operating models. This could include optimizing specifications, reducing waste, or exploring product substitution.

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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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SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, having an efficient supply chain department is more important than ever. A streamlined supply chain can make a significant impact on the overall success of a business, improving operational efficiency, increasing customer satisfaction, and driving revenue growth.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 27, 2024

In an era where efficiency equates to competitive advantage, the oil industry’s supply chain management plays a pivotal role in determining a company’s profitability and sustainability. What Are the Key Components of an Oil Company’s Supply Chain? How Do Global Market Conditions Affect Oil Supply Chains?

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SCMDOJO

MAY 18, 2023

The following is a business case highlighting the background, context and value proposition of SCMDOJO’s Expert Marketplace, a platform designed to connect businesses with specialized Supply Chain Expert Services. It is within this context that SCMDOJO’s Expert Marketplace was conceived.

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Procurement Templates

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Implement Lean Procurement Practices: Use lean management principles to minimize waste and streamline procurement operations. Create Contingency Plans: Develop risk management protocols for supply disruptions and emergencies. Action: Implement AI-powered supplier scoring models to predict supplier risks before issues arise.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 19, 2025

We conclude that different types of loans may help e-commerce supply chains. Grown from the concept of the e-commerce supply chain – end-to-end process from product sourcing through delivery, it has become the determining factor in a business advantage. Here, we get another central point, the capital.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Make vs Buy Analysis is an essential decision-making tool in supply chain management that significantly influences profitability, flexibility, and competitiveness. Importance of Make vs Buy in Supply Chain The Make vs Buy Analysis is critical for optimizing supply chain operations.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

In supply chain management, the bullwhip effect occurs when slow-moving consumer demand at the retail level produces significant fluctuations in production at the manufacturer and supplier levels. Consumers started hoarding toilet paper, leading to increased store orders and production in global supply chains.

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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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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

These shifts are set to redefine carrier operations, impact freight rates, and change how businesses manage their supply chains. This collaboration allowed both carriers to optimize network coverage, reduce operational costs, and improve service reliability.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By selecting and developing the right suppliers and establishing streamlined, transparent communication with them, manufacturers gain the agility and resilience to respond to customer demands, rise to the top, and navigate disruptions more easily. That makes agility a foundational part of your manufacturing strategy.

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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. The continual talent shortage has been a source of regular delays and price hikes.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 5, 2024

It leverages advanced technologies to optimize and automate procurement cycles and predict more favorable outcomes. This process ultimately leads to faster delivery times, more significant cost savings, and improved supply chain resilience. What Is Predictive Procurement and How Is It Reshaping High-Tech Manufacturing?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 14, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic! And what is the new normal in Supply Chain? What’s the New Normal in Supply Chain? What’s Normal in Supply Chain Anyways?). This is NORMAL in Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 22, 2019

Technologies Reshaping the Global Digital Supply Chain! Imagine what the future will look like in Supply Chain! There are articles which describe what the future of Supply Chain will be like in 2020, 0r 2025, or even 2030. So how can all of this be used to shape what happens in Supply Chain?

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Procurement Tactics

MARCH 16, 2023

Strategic procurement is data-driven and uses a combination of tools and techniques that go far beyond unit price reduction. When strategic procurement is done correctly, it can help an organization to optimize its profit margin, reduce risks, and streamline the process of purchasing goods and services needed to achieve business goals.

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ivalua

MAY 1, 2020

The total costs, in terms of human lives, disrupted supply chains, ruined businesses and GDP impact, are still just projections in the array of charts presented daily by statisticians and data modelers. There are, however, already some clear lessons to be learned by Procurement and Supply Chain leaders.

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The Network Effect

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

This is an ongoing series of posts on new developments within the automobile supply chain, with examples of best practices. Improved technologies now provide the ability to optimize truckloads simultaneously with inventory using pull policies. 1965 Ford Mustang Assembly Line in Dearborn.

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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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ivalua

JUNE 16, 2021

The pandemic was a wake-up call for businesses worldwide, who struggled to overcome operational disruption — everything from the transition to remote working, to supply chain chaos. MENA countries import a lot of food; disrupted supply chains and price increases mean potential food shortages. Enter eProcurement.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 8, 2024

Whether you’re a small startup or a large enterprise, optimizing your inventory is crucial for staying competitive and profitable. In this blog, we’ll explore some key inventory optimization strategies that can benefit businesses of all sizes and industries.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Procurement Rising: The Silent Inflation Tax on Manufacturers February 27, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley Last year, the Consumer Price Index was the highest it has been in four decades, making inflation one of the most concerning macroeconomic factors facing the business world today.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

It is a process that creates efficiencies across all spend categories, minimizes supply chain risks through improved supplier selection and awards, while giving visibility into pricing and forecasting. Assessment of the supply market (who offers what?) But there is a distinction between price and value.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. A truly efficient and effective Supply Chain must include a strategy, plans, business processes, and performance metrics that incorporate disintermediation and the elimination of waste! Why Disintermediate the Supply Chain? Now consider what a Supply Chain entails.

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Procurement Leaders

DECEMBER 9, 2022

With operations all over the world, and sourcing offices in Denmark, North America and China, its supply chain is exposed to a huge scope of complex challenges, across categories of spend including agriculture, chemicals, and enzymes, among others. Finally, we work extremely closely with suppliers to reduce the impact of inflation.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

These supplies include everything from large infrastructure items such as turbines, generators, transformers and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems to smaller items like gears, grease and mops. Many asset-intensive businesses are prioritizing inventory optimization due to the pressures of complying with growing industry 4.0

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 14, 2024

Hospital supply chain management plays a key role in the efficient operation of healthcare organizations. In an industry where patient care is paramount, having a well-managed supply chain is important for ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment, medications, and other necessary supplies.

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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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ivalua

MAY 6, 2021

The pandemic has accelerated this trend, with the Procurement function front and center in the fight to ensure supply chain resilience and continuity, reduce costs and protect the bottom line. According to Jones, there four key areas in which modern software will enable and empower procurement: 1) Optimize automation.

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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. By identifying the root causes, businesses can take proactive measures to tackle this issue.

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