Procurement Templates

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Create Contingency Plans: Develop risk management protocols for supply disruptions and emergencies. Financial Objectives Budget Management: Monitor and manage procurement budgets to ensure spending stays within approved limits. Before you procure, work with the business on the commercial case.

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The Network Effect

APRIL 16, 2015

It is difficult to come across many supply chain leaders today who do not subscribe to the principle of Demand-Driven Supply Chains. As supply chain experts we continue to write about, provide webinars, present at conferences, and assist numerous client companies to progress towards the Demand-Driven Supply Chain model.

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Supply Chain Opz

JUNE 1, 2014

Professionals in supply chain management use various methods to identify best practices to improve the operations. Analysis of case study is certainly one of the most popular methods for people from business management background. Supply Chain of fashion industry involves a time based competition.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

It’s not getting better—in fact the performance of each of the three national carriers has steadily declined due to structural issues including poor earnings, supply chain issues and constrained labor. This is the fastest way to reduce costs while ensuring performance remains acceptable. About the Author.

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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. The root causes of these issues often stem from a clash of the following critical Supply Chain Variables: Poor Toxic Culture. Inability to execute good Business Strategies.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2023

Supply chain visibility is essential for successful procurement, as it enables businesses to proactively manage risks and optimize their supply chain. By having a clear view of their entire supply chain, businesses can identify potential issues and take steps to mitigate them. million in 2015.

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Procurement Tactics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Of course, there are companies that have already adopted sustainability in their supply chain. . In this article, we will briefly discuss sustainability in procurement and its significance to businesses. Additionally, we will show you some companies that have embraced sustainability in their supply chain. .

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 18, 2024

It’s a new year, and there are reasons to suggest that 2024 might be a departure from the fresh chaos that has hallmarked supply chain since the 2020’s started, or at least a de-escalation. Over the last few years, supply chain professionals have navigated an endless array of challenges.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 20, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Do you have a business and want to make it a success? When you want to make your business a success, then you need to think out of the box with respect to your expense management. You will need to make significant changes in your business strategy. Subscribe Here!

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MARCH 16, 2023

Spend Management is a critical function within an organization, and it involves the strategic management of the company’s spending to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance profitability. We should also monitor the actual expenses against the projected spend to ensure that we are staying within our budget.”

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 16, 2024

Supply Chain is no stranger to change, challenges, and yes, general chaos, but this year has been its own kind of animal charged by a strained global economy, shifting tensions across continents, and a major presidential election that could have resounding impacts across business and commerce this coming fall.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Global Supply Chain is thriving with each passing day. Business profitability and customer satisfaction always go hand in hand. However, the game-changer is how Cost Efficiency and Cost Effectiveness play their role in the supply chain. What is Cost Efficiency?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 14, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Procurement and Sustainability are your business’ Yin and Yang. At the crossroads of sustainability, technology, and the broader supplier base lies smart, sustainable, and scaling supply chain growth; growth that comes with a balance of people, planet, and profitability in mind.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

We talk a lot about the latest supply chain disruptions—they are constant—and how to combat them with diversity in thought and representation. Because consumers who drive demand and momentum are more aware of supply chains than ever. Ending the gender gap isn’t just good for people, it’s great for business.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

Introduction In the dynamic world of business, the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains has emerged as a critical success factor. The aim is not only to streamline operations but also to extract maximum value from every link in the supply chain. This is where EmpoweringCPO stands apart.

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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.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 19, 2024

Summer is here and we’re already cooking with fresh global supply chain disruptions. The Supply Chain Act driving sustainability and putting environmental conservation first for European businesses is presenting new challenges for businesses looking to find compatible logistics and sourcing partners.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

2024 is coming at us fast and the supply chain is front-and-center when it comes to geopolitical tensions and wars plaguing the globe. Just this week, retail brands called for safe travel on the Red Sea amidst growing rates and delays and regional fighting that has cost over $80B in inventory. Yes, don’t forget the pirates.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

These steps aren’t one-time actionable steps but rather long-term focuses that should be implemented alongside other operational and business strategies.

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The Good Spending

AUGUST 23, 2022

The fight for discounts will lead to applying either of three project management levers - Time, Budget, or Scope - and the inevitable quality deterioration. Cost avoidance Future years. Any savings attributable to the future periods beyond the current fiscal year is treated as cost avoidance because future P&L will account for it.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Women in supply chain are gaining momentum in narrowing the gender gap. They now make up 41% of the supply chain workforce, an almost 40% increase from the year prior. Post-pandemic dynamics and more awareness of supply chains are empowering progress in what was once an overwhelmingly male-dominated industry.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The number of women in supply chain is still rising, increasing 3 to 5% annually, now making up 41% of the industry. This decade has brought a greater understanding and awareness of how supply chains impact communities globally. The recently overwhelmingly male-dominated industry is shifting and evolving.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 2, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Businesses have come a long way from just selling products and services to refining various processes and audience targeting. Today, running a business is undoubtedly rewarding but challenging at the same time. Your decisions will have a significant impact on the overall business.

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Jaggaer

APRIL 14, 2020

Define your procurement response strategy. Catch the on-demand webinar on building business continuity plans and business strategies for the short, mid and long-term. This is perhaps an extreme example, but it highlights how COVID-19 is causing severe disruptions to supply chains. The longer-term impacts.

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Spend Matters

AUGUST 2, 2023

To kick off the first in the vendor series, we spoke with James Stirk, Chief Revenue Officer at business commerce platform Tradeshift. Businesses are inevitably looking at ways to reduce costs, but that’s rarely the primary motivator we’ve seen for change, even in the current economic climate.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the world of manufacturing and maintenance, effective spare parts management is essential for maximizing equipment uptime and reducing costs. Predictive Management Utilization: Utilize predictive management techniques to optimize resource utilization, cut costs, and minimize the time required for issue resolution.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Budgeting the Inventory controls Anticipation and meticulous planning are paramount when embarking on inventory management, necessitating the formulation of an annual inventory budget well in advance. Inventory control templates must be formulated dictating the desired budget.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Successful companies fuse product development practices with overarching business strategies to ensure sustainable innovations that will resonate efficiently and sustainably with customers—both in existing markets and among new target audiences. Will a product or feature drive specific and measurable business value?

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 23, 2022

Today I’m joined by Shipium , a powerhouse logistics tech company who are on a mission to modernize the ecommerce supply chain, and help you turn logistics into a strategic differentiator for growth. Shipium coordinates previously disconnected supply chain steps to help retailers offer fast, free, and on-time shipping.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Supplier relationship management is a business strategy utilized by organizations to strategically build relationships with their suppliers that are mutually beneficial. Often it involves attempting to streamline the procurement process and minimise waste within the supply chain.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

.” Read the “Presidio AI Framework” paper to learn how to address generative AI risks with guardrails across the expanded AI life cycle As generative AI continues to go mainstream, organizations are excited about the potential to transform processes, reduce costs and increase business value.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

This article will walk you through the basic understanding of the warehouse management system (WMS), its features, how and where it fits with the supply chain, and different WMS systems. Where Does a Warehouse Management System Fit into the Supply Chain? A warehouse is the central part of any Supply Chain.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

AUGUST 17, 2022

Reduce costs by eliminating EDI chargebacks and integration errors. Speak to an expert today and let the specialists know that you heard about Orderful on Let’s Talk About Supply Chain. This validation removes the traditional feedback loop problems of EDI.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Integrated planning incorporates supply chain planning, demand planning, and demand forecasts so the company can quickly assess the impact on inventory levels, supply chain logistics, production plans, and customer service capacity.

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Barkers Procurement

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Optimising your procurement department When it comes to optimising a procurement department of any size, the strategic alignment of the procurement with the strategic goals of the business is essential. This is a fundamental part of our approach to optimising procurement within any business.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Let’s Talk Supply Chain’s Women In Supply Chain program , blog, and podcast series showcase the impact of expanding gender representation and supporting the advancement of female leaders and our nonbinary peers. Karen boasts a bachelor’s degree in Management and Operations and an MBA in Business Administration Finance.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 21, 2024

Determining the total manufacturing cost allows companies to make well-informed decisions regarding product pricing and overall business strategies. Conversely, using lower-quality materials may reduce manufacturing costs but could affect product durability and customer satisfaction.

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