ivalua

DECEMBER 15, 2021

As a part of the UN Global Compact, Ivalua translates its beliefs into a comprehensive and actionable framework from the core of its business strategy.

Spend management 130

Spend management Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Business strategy 130

Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

This collaboration allowed both carriers to optimize network coverage, reduce operational costs, and improve service reliability. Many are now collaborating with larger forwarders to ensure space and maintain service levels.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

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

ivalua

JULY 27, 2015

To me and the team at Directworks, Supplier Value Management means selecting the best supply partners and effectively managing supplier relationships to capture greater value in a manner that helps drive your overall business strategy. So let’s forget about upstream vs. downstream and value creation vs value capture.

Leadership 100

Leadership Suppliers Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing 100

Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

Minimal Strategic Involvement : Procurement was often siloed, with limited involvement in broader corporate strategies. Collaboration with finance was transactional rather than strategic. Key metrics were tied to cost reduction and spend under management.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement 52

Barkers Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

1) Establish Clear ESG Criteria and Objectives Define what ESG means within the context of your business. Establish clear, measurable objectives based on the material aspects of ESG that align with your business strategy. 2) Supplier Assessment and Selection Incorporate ESG criteria into supplier selection processes.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply Ethics 52

Supply Chain Trend

OCTOBER 11, 2022

This is a commentary on the article To Share or Not to Share: The Future of Collaborative Forecasting , Foresight 2022, Q4, by Pierre Pinson, Editor in Chief of The International Journal of Forecasting. As with big oil, the digital giants go a long way to protect their data and business model. Asymmetry of Data Ownership.

Data 88

Data Collaboration Supply chain Real-time Visibility 88

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2020

As we have already seen in a former blog , enterprises often fail at maximizing the value of collaborating with smaller companies. They miss the huge opportunity of co-innovating with these businesses, especially startups, by failing to take a differentiated approach. It all starts with building up a transparent relationship.

Suppliers 147

Suppliers Management Supply Chain Efficiency Innovation 147

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Finally, when it comes to supply chain collaboration, its an ongoing process rather than a once-and-for-all implementation of a supply structure. These need to be aligned with the overall business strategy. New suppliers emerge, existing ones change their business strategies and face their own supply chain disruptions.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing supply chain software solutions 52

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

The role of procurement has transformed over the last decade, from cost-cutter to a vital ally that can inform and enable business strategy. Role of Procurement is not what it used to be. COVID-19 has only served to cement the procurement department’s status as a key stakeholder.

Procurement 26

Procurement Supply chain Risk Procurement team 26

Procurement Templates

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Supplier Collaboration Effective collaboration with suppliers is a cornerstone of sustainable procurement. This collaboration can involve joint efforts to reduce waste, improve energy efficiency, and develop innovative, eco-friendly products.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Ethics 130

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Historical data and AI-driven insights help optimize decision-making, allowing procurement teams to focus their expertise on more nuanced evaluations like supplier alignment with business strategy and customer service approach. Implement a robust supplier performance management program such as JAGGAER Supply Chain Collaboration.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Strategy 52

IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This understanding forms the cornerstone of the IBM and AWS collaboration, creating an environment where data and AI are seamlessly integrated to yield remarkable results. This collaboration recognizes that data and AI are inseparable allies in driving digital transformation.

Raw materials 104

Raw materials Cost of ownership Innovation Data 104

Una

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Strategic sourcing should exist outside of only the procurement department and link to the overall business strategy. Again, as the pandemic showed, business strategies can shift quickly. In addition, fostering collaborative supplier relationships will provide opportunities to innovate. Get new resources weekly!

Strategic sourcing 98

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Cost of ownership 98

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 5, 2021

To make sure a supplier management strategy is properly aligned with the broader business strategy and adopted by the broader procurement organization then it’s important to have transformational & process leaders in place! Example: Quality, Delivery/Supply Chain, Commercial, Innovation, Sustainability, Collaboration, etc.

Suppliers 98

Suppliers Management Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

A finely tuned product development strategy is a holistic, cross-collaborative endeavor with the capacity to help any organization weather unforeseen events or market changes. Why is a strong product development strategy important? During this phase, cross-collaborative efforts should focus on ideation and iteration.

Product development 74

Product development Strategy supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions 74

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

The role of procurement has transformed over the last decade, from cost-cutter to a vital ally that can inform and enable business strategy. COVID-19 has only served to cement the procurement department’s status as a key stakeholder.

Procurement 100

Procurement Supply chain Risk Procurement team 100

SCMDOJO

JULY 28, 2022

Collaborate with your Suppliers to maintain long-term relationships. But purchasing should now be considered part of your overall business strategy. There are techniques and best practices that can make the organization’s Supplier management even more effective such as the following ideas : Convey your expectations clearly.

Suppliers 132

Suppliers Bidding Purchasing Quality 132

IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 25, 2023

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risk management has emerged as a critical aspect of business strategy for companies worldwide. Collaborate with suppliers. A 2023 IBM IBV study showed that organizations that are seen as ESG leaders are 43% more likely to outperform their peers on profitability.

Risk management 78

Risk management Risk Management Sustainability 78

IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Learn more about IBM Planning Analytics Integrated business planning framework Integrated Business Planning (IBP) is a holistic approach that integrates strategic planning, operational planning, and financial planning within an organization. This alignment fosters synergy and drives cross-functional collaboration.

supply chain software solutions 76

supply chain software solutions Real-time Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 76

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 13, 2020

The Parallel Supply Chain … A Twilight Zone Strategy? Globalization has dominated as a widely practiced business strategy during the past 15–20 years. Global supply chains are slowly being repaired, but many remain reliant upon interconnectivity, collaboration, and dependency across borders.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 121

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply chain Supply 121

Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 29, 2021

Adding strategic insights into the business. Encouraging innovation and collaboration. Organizations, which are looking to automate their processes significantly by 2025, need to insist that major suppliers have clear strategies to ensure a seamless transition of the processes. Digital Supply Chain Twin.

Supply Chain Optimization 135

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 135

Supply Chain Brain

JANUARY 11, 2018

Partners include Amazon, Uber, Pizza Hut and China’s DiDi. Toyota President Akio Toyoda, the grandson of the carmaker’s founder, debuted the e-Palette vehicle and e-Palette Alliance to a packed crowd at CES 2018 in Las Vegas on Monday.

Collaboration 40

Collaboration supply chain software solutions Supply Business strategy 40

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Until you can leverage what it takes to succeed, most businesses today will struggle to maintain fiscal viability and relevance in the Modern Global Market. Inability to execute good Business Strategies. Inefficient Logistics and Business Metrics. Social Responsibility is a major dimension of their business strategy.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 52

The Network Effect

APRIL 16, 2015

Often, Demand-Driven Supply Chain improvements can come from collaborative processes such as shared forecasts, shared methodologies, and early alerts on promotions or new product introductions. Years ago it was thought that such collaborations required the retailer, or the supplier, to “get its house in order first”.

supply chain budgeting 65

supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions Demand Supply Chain Optimization 65

Pipefy

JANUARY 14, 2025

Its adoption reshapes business strategies, optimizes processes, and creates new opportunities for companies and employees. How Does Artificial Intelligence Impact Business Strategies? The impact of artificial intelligence is redefining business strategies across all industries.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Business strategy Data Strategy 52

Finale Inventory

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By staying ahead of hiring trends, businesses can ensure they’re equipped with the expertise needed to meet 2025’s ecommerce demands. The Role of Team Dynamics in Adapting to 2025 As ecommerce evolves, so will the need for teams that collaborate effectively across different roles and adapt to rapid change.

Strategy 94

Strategy Inventory Sustainability Innovation 94

Procurement Heads

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

We visit, we listen to calls, we spend time with the executive team and get a sense of whether the strategy and like-mindedness are a fit for us. We often use outcome-based RFPs which give an opportunity to suppliers to collaborate with us upstream.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Suppliers Supply chain Risk 130

IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 18, 2023

Long-term partnerships foster innovation Though organizations can quickly realize business value by adopting high-impact technologies such as hybrid cloud or intelligent automation, the kind of industry-changing transformation that the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) has recognized doesn’t happen overnight.

Collaboration 72

Collaboration Innovation Data Business strategy 72

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 23, 2020

At Argentus, we’ve long written about how crucial Supply Chain leadership is to business strategy. They diversify supplier bases to reduce risk, provide massive cost savings, allow companies to quickly offer new products, and find sources of innovation through closer supplier collaboration.

Supply chain 104

Supply chain Leadership Supply Logistics 104

Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 16, 2024

That’s important because organizations employing more women in leadership outrank competitors in profitability and customer satisfaction due to diversity in thought, new approaches, more effective communication, and higher resulting levels of collaboration. Closing the gender gap isn’t just good for business, it can help the world economy.

supply chain budgeting 96

supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain Logistics 96

Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

Passion motivates you to make things happen, to coach, guide and mentor your team but also to connect with your internal stakeholders to understand the business strategy and what drives value and also with suppliers to understand the ever-changing external capability landscape.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Risk management 130

Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

Passion motivates you to make things happen, to coach, guide and mentor your team but also to connect with your internal stakeholders to understand the business strategy and what drives value and also with suppliers to understand the ever-changing external capability landscape.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Risk management 130

IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

For example, IBM Food Trust® , a collaborative network of growers, processors, wholesalers, distributors, manufacturers, retailers and others, uses blockchain technology to improve visibility and accountability across the food supply chain.

supply chain software solutions 81

supply chain software solutions Supply chain management Supply chain management Supply Chain Efficiency 81

Procurement Express

MAY 29, 2024

Navigating economic uncertainty, managing cash flow, optimizing processes, and aligning the finance organization with the overall business strategy can be daunting tasks for CEOs, business owners, and founders who may not have a strong finance background. This is where the fractional CFO model shines.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Leadership Quality Business strategy 52

IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 8, 2024

3 reasons why digital transformation is tied to business strategy A digital transformation journey involves the introduction of new technologies—and business processes related to those technologies—to optimize customer experience and improve relationships with other stakeholders. ” Why?

Strategy 60

Strategy Business strategy Leadership Change management 60

IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 21, 2023

Many agree that the CFO is at the forefront of innovation: consultants making tactical and strategic recommendations to business process outsourcing consultants working on the ground to implement products and innovations to finance and accounting (F&A) clients.

Innovation 74

Innovation Sustainability Business strategy Change management 74

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MARCH 16, 2023

Therefore, it is crucial to understand the different perspectives of key stakeholders to develop a comprehensive and effective spend management strategy. This understanding can help to identify potential areas of conflict and allow for effective collaboration to achieve a common goal.

Spend management 98

Spend management Management Procurement supply chain budgeting 98