IBM Supply Chain Blog

JULY 26, 2023

Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) is like solving a financial puzzle. Instead of relying on the previous year’s budget, ZBB requires you to evaluate and justify every expense from the ground up, justifying its necessity and alignment with strategic goals. Learn more about IBM Planning Analytics What is Zero-Based Budgeting?

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Procurement Software

APRIL 23, 2024

Spend analytics software would be the first tech investment I’d make in a greenfield Head of Procurement role. To do this quickly and efficiently, spend analytics software is your best friend. This usually justifies the business case to invest in spend analytics software to categorise this quickly and more easily.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 25, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How to Reduce Software Development Cycle Time! Here we discuss the benefits and drawbacks of hiring a specialized software development team. Why Does Your Company Need a Software Development Team? Benefits of a Dedicated Software Team. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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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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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How to Reduce Software Development Cycle Time! It’s no secret that the software development process can be long and arduous. But what many people don’t realize is that the early stages of the software product discovery process are crucial to the success of the project.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 17, 2024

In a fast-paced, technology-driven business environment, having the right software is key for the success of any manufacturing company. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software plays a significant role in streamlining operations, improving efficiency , and enhancing overall productivity.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

ERP vs. Best-in-Class for Healthcare Supply Chain Management? Are ERP systems better than best-in-class supply chain solutions for managing healthcare supply chains? That’s the question we set out to answer in our recent panel discussion with Procurement and Supply Chain experts.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 23, 2024

In the digital age, inventory management software has become an indispensable tool that can streamline your operations, reduce human error, and help you make data-driven decisions. Defining Inventory Management Software Inventory management software is designed to help businesses keep track of their inventory from procurement to fulfillment.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 10, 2024

In this blog, we’ll explore how businesses can use both on-premises and cloud XaaS to control budgets in the age of AI, driving financial sustainability without compromising on technological advancement. Embracing a culture of experimentation helps businesses drive innovation while minimizing financial risk.

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TYA Suite

AUGUST 26, 2024

In this blog, we explore the key features and importance of procurement software for small and medium-sized businesses and how to choose the best procurement software solutions specifically designed for SMBs. is crucial for small and medium-sized businesses to ensure a reliable supply chain.

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TYA Suite

OCTOBER 27, 2024

This comprehensive guide explores what procurement management software is, its key features, its role in vendor relations, its integration with business processes, and the benefits it offers. is a comprehensive solution designed to automate and optimize the. is a comprehensive solution designed to automate and optimize the.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

With AI’s lightning-speed evolution, supply chain attacks are expected to become even more sophisticated and harder to detect, putting procurement and logistics professionals on high alert. These attacks will target vulnerabilities within supplier networks, compromising software, hardware, and third-party vendors.

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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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SCMDOJO

MAY 6, 2022

Modern enterprises rely on supply chain software to track several activities, including manufacturing and distribution of goods. Many supply chain systems are closed-source, all-in-one, proprietary, expensive, and difficult to customize ( read Why ERP Sucks ). What are No-code Platforms?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Fleet Management Software article and permission to publish here provided by Korey Kashmer. Before going into how to choose the best fleet management software, first let’s talk about what fleet management software is and how it can benefit OTR fleets. Subscribe Here!

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Supply Chain Collaborator

APRIL 8, 2015

According to the Wall Street Journal this new practice dubbed “Zero-Based Budgeting”, “requires managers to plan each year’s budget as if no money existed the previous year, rather than using the typical method of adjusting prior year spending.”

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The Procuretech Podcast

MARCH 12, 2024

In this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads announces the rebranding of the podcast and explains the reasons behind it. 00:15:21] Best of breed solutions. [00:19:19] 00:23:15] Supply chain disruption and risk. [00:27:30-00:27:40] Timestamps: [00:01:10] Rebranding the podcast. [00:05:13]

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Procurement Software

JUNE 13, 2023

There doesn’t seem to be a month go by without a new solution coming onto the market offering eSourcing software as part of their offering. Knowing which solution is suited to your business and level of procurement maturity is a minefield. Which eSourcing solutions are best suited to mid-market businesses?

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ivalua

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The majority of organizations consider supply chain transparency to be a top priority, however less than a third are satisfied with the level of visibility into their suppliers. Most organizations continue to suffer from severely limited visibility in the lower levels of their supply chains. About the research.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

The Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) market has experienced significant growth in recent years, with even greater potential ahead. SCaaS is a technology-driven approach to managing supply chains, offering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for businesses. Let’s delve into this emerging concept.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 21, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain KPIs article and permission to publish here provided by Harkirat Ahluwalia. KPI’s are not solely limited to supply chain, but are used in various different fields to measure how well a company is meeting its objectives. Total Supply Chain Cost.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 5, 2023

Today I’m joined by Logward , an exciting tech brand with a vision of a future where supply chain departments lead the transformation of their industries, instead of simply transporting it. 41.10] What does and doesn’t work when it comes to digitizing supply chains in the real world. You avoid that by listening properly.”

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TYA Suite

JULY 17, 2024

Limited resources, smaller staff, and tighter budgets mean that efficient inventory management is crucial. Here are some reasons why small businesses should invest in inventory software: Manual inventory tracking is prone to errors. Determine how much you are willing to spend on inventory management software.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. There is a lot of project management software on the market. One of the most popular project management software is Asana , and in addition to this program, there is Trello, Basecamp, and Rocketlane. Criteria for comparing project planning software. Subscribe Here!

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Supply chain planning has been recognized as one of the best practices due to the force behind globalization and higher level of competitions. This article will explain its basic concept and some reasons why you may need the help of supply chain planning software. Is this the scope of supply chain planning?

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Finale Inventory

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

As ecommerce continues to expand, supply chain traceability has become a key factor for small businesses. This article examines why supply chain traceability matters and how Finale Inventory can assist small businesses in achieving it.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 2, 2023

Budget Control When it comes to maintaining budgetary control throughout the entire procurement process, job orders are crucial. Managers and businesses may be able to monitor their expenditures in comparison with the approved and allocated budget by indicating expected costs and financial parameters in a job order. A clear budget 4.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 1, 2024

To guarantee that the business receives the necessary goods and services at the best quality-price ratio, procurement professionals strive to streamline purchase order management practices and introduce purchase order software like Precoro. In addition to this, modern software solutions also support direct communication with suppliers.

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EazyStock

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Since the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic hit businesses across the globe, supply chain digitalization has moved to the top of many boardroom agendas. As companies look to build resilient supply chains, they are turning to technology to mitigate the impact of future disruption. Supply chain execution software modules.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Retail, manufacturing, distribution, pharmaceuticals, and technology are some of the businesses that use ERP software. An integrator’s job is to assist you in getting the most out of your software investment. Integration Costs Budgeting. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Supply chain planning has been recognized as one of the best practices due to the force behind globalization and higher level of competitions. This article will explain its basic concept and some reasons why you may need the help of supply chain planning software. Is this the scope of supply chain planning?

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EazyStock

JANUARY 6, 2023

The supply chain world has been rocked repeatedly over the past few years due to global issues such as the Covid-19 pandemic, shipping container shortages, catastrophic weather events, and socioeconomic issues – many outside our control. Poor forecasting brings a high risk of stockouts or excess and obsolete stock.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 6, 2023

The supply chain world has been rocked repeatedly over the past few years due to global issues such as the Covid-19 pandemic, shipping container shortages, catastrophic weather events, and socioeconomic issues – many outside our control. Supply chain issues. Increased supply chain visibility.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

By the end of this article, you will have an idea of the importance of procurement tracking in your business and which procurement tracking software you would want to utilize. This allows for the identification and implementation of measures to mitigate any delays or obstacles in the supply chain by organizations.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Fortunately, there are plenty of software Solutions out there to help streamline things and make it easier across the board. High-quality procurement software can be used for everything from Inventory management to budgeting. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Finale Inventory

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Your Current Software Company Is Going Out of Business. If your software provider is going out of business, your platform will shut down. Look into a new management software so you can transfer your information before you lose it. Choosing New Inventory Management Software. You Track Your Inventory Manually.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 8, 2023

Warehouse automation involves using technology and software to make warehouse operations more efficient and reduce the need for manual labor. The robot’s movement is tracked and recorded by the software, ensuring accurate inventory management and reducing errors. It can also refer to using software to replace manual tasks.

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