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ivalua
JULY 14, 2022
Ivalua study finds 97% of procurement leaders see significant disruption in direct materials supply chain; 67% not confident in existing technology; 84% consider modernization a ‘strategic priority’. Nearly all executives surveyed (97%) point to significant disruption today in their direct materials supply chain.
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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ivalua
MAY 31, 2022
Supply chains are complex and varied; to manage them effectively, you need to understand exactly what’s happening in both your supply chain and your customers’ end markets. How can you create a more efficient supply chain and gain a better understanding of overall performance?
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SCMDOJO
MARCH 25, 2022
In the current era, it is clear that new modes of production are concomitant with new modes of distribution, which advances the field of logistics, the science of physical distribution or even supply chain management. Reminder of Key Definitions – Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Rider (1970)).
SCMDOJO
JANUARY 23, 2023
If you want to gain more supply chain analytics knowledge, you’re in the right place. We’ve compiled a list of 10 great supply chain analytics books to help you better understand the concepts and strategies behind this vital business field.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
AUGUST 14, 2023
Today I’m joined by Osa Commerce , an innovative software provider that is on a mission to tackle data chaos in the supply chain. Throughout my career, I have successfully led GTM strategies, built strong brands, and managed high-growth teams. The customer is demanding much more, they want everything fast!…
Supply Chain Game Changer
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. For many people who work in Supply Chain Management, or for those on the outside, it functions on the foundation of processes, formulae, and metrics. This is very much the core of Supply Chain education and certification as well. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
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.
Procurement Templates
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
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ivalua
MARCH 30, 2022
Supply chains are complex and varied; to manage them effectively, you need to understand exactly what’s happening in both your supply chain and your customers’ end markets. How can you create a more efficient supply chain and gain a better understanding of overall performance?
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ivalua
JANUARY 23, 2019
Axbility Consulting, a subsidiary of Ivalua European partner Axys Consultants, reinforces Ivalua’s capabilities to empower today’s Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders. Axbility Consulting Inc. is the Axys Consultants subsidiary created in 2018 for the North American market. www.axbility-consulting.com. About Axys Consultants.
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Procurement Tactics
JUNE 19, 2023
Traditionally, to take on a role in procurement, you need a Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in a field such as purchasing management or supply chain management. Adding all relevant documents and information to a centralized management portal that is accessible to all teams.
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Let's Talk Supply Chain
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Ushering in a new era of container efficiency, Landside is designed to streamline your drayage operations, from order intake to billing, for maximum efficiency and success, all on one powerful platform. Ultimately, its all about efficiency and transformation.
Supply Chain Collaborator
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
This quote could just as perfectly be applied to the process of implementation of any new software like TMS, YMS, fleet management or optimizer tools. The key to overcoming this kind of challenge is to understand what Yogi meant in this quote and be prepared for on-the-fly changes to your plans. In practice there is.”
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
Check out Augmented Reality (AR) is Set to Transform Retail and the Supply Chain! Augmented Reality enables transformational change! Supply chain improvements over the last 15 years have been incremental at best. When I started in the distribution space, I was told “…business is simple…cases in, cases out.”
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Secondly come eProcurement, Supply Chain Collaboration, Invoicing, and Payments. Optimizing source-to-paythrough digital transformation streamlines every stage of your procurement strategy, improving visibility, efficiency, and collaboration. These four steps constitute the upstream source-to-contract part of the process.
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. 09.56] What has, and hasn’t, changed in the last five years, and a look at today’s key challenges and trends. “I
Supply Chain Game Changer
AUGUST 20, 2019
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain (SC 4.0) The Digital Supply Chain , or Supply Chain 4.0, It is an extremely exciting time to be in Supply Chain. New Supply Chain systems can cost a lot to implement. Subscribe Here! Email Address.
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
Most experienced Procurement Managers don’t enjoy performing administrative tasks and firefighting operational issues. And yet, poor operational efficiency in Procurement means that the typical Category Manager often spends at least a THIRD of their time performing “busy work” This is not an effective or efficient use of their time.
Una
APRIL 11, 2023
Advantages and Disadvantages of ERP Systems Discover the advantages and disadvantages of utilizing ERP systems to drive efficiencies and cost savings in procurement. ERPs often use automated workflows and business rules to streamline processes, reduce errors, and increase efficiency. billion in 2020) Oracle ($40.48
Supply Chain Game Changer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Hiring a Software Development Team – Pros and Cons! Every industry has seen transformative technological innovations that have enabled them to become more productive and efficient. Supply chain management has also become increasingly relevant since the advent of globalization.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Once your business has decided to switch to an enterprise resource planning (ERP) software system, the next step is to implement ERP. For a business to see the benefits of an ERP adoption it must first be deployed properly and efficiently by a team that typically includes a project manager and department managers as well.
FourKites
JANUARY 7, 2021
Defining Agile Supply Chains. Agile supply chains are nimble enough to respond smoothly to sudden changes in supply and demand. Why Is Agility Important for the Supply Chain? Logistics managers today must contend with a growing number of unforeseen factors and disruptions.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
By implementing Oracle , one of the world’s leading enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools, organizations can transform their business processes and significantly increase operational efficiency. Companies large and small are increasingly digitizing and managing vast troves of data.
Procurement Insights
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
KKR, one of the largest private equity and investment firms globally, has considerable experience and insights into procurement and ProcureTech solutions, especially through its portfolio companies and investments. How successful are KKR ProcureTech companies when it comes to solution implementations? Are Coupa and Ivalua competitors?
Solvoyo
MARCH 5, 2021
Digital commerce efficiently requires the digitalization of many customer-facing operations and sourcing and procurement. For businesses of all sizes, the digital transformation of supply chain planning became the most important initiative. . These capabilities can bring efficiencies to decision-making across the supply chain.
Supply Chain Game Changer
OCTOBER 28, 2021
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Procurement is a function that is undergoing an exciting transformation in the majority of global value chains; simultaneously, within its own strategy, process, and technology. Change requires Change Management. Change can be an uphill battle. Subscribe Here!
World of Procurement blog
MAY 8, 2024
What is Supply Chain Management (SCM) Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the management of the flow of goods, services, information and finances as they move from raw materials to final product, from manufacturer to consumer. Optimized supply chains lead to improved profit margins.
Finale Inventory
AUGUST 20, 2024
By implementing efficient inventory management practices, online retailers can improve customer satisfaction, boost operational efficiency, and drive revenue growth. The Importance of Efficient Inventory Management Effective inventory management is vital for several reasons.
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?
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
Most experienced Procurement Managers don’t enjoy performing administrative tasks and firefighting operational issues. And yet, poor operational efficiency in Procurement means that the typical Category Manager often spends at least a THIRD of their time performing “busy work” This is not an effective or efficient use of their time.
Spend Matters
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
While technology is at the heart of this shift, jumping on the digital bandwagon isnt always as simple as plugging in some shiny new software. Change management isnt a sidekick in this story; its the star of the show. Driving change with effective change management strategies You dont need a digital strategy.
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IBM Supply Chain Blog
APRIL 13, 2023
Some organizations are looking to improve business operations by moving from legacy ERP to SAP S/4HANA®, SAP’s next-generation ERP software, while others want to replace manual processes with AI and automation. Are there tasks that can be automated to increase efficiency and productivity?
ivalua
MAY 21, 2020
Business today isn’t business as usual, as the COVID-19 pandemic impacts organizations and supply chains across the globe. In reality, procurement sees all the waste and redundancy that exists in the supply chain, and has a significant impact on a business’s bottom line. When you do, they’ll trust you.
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Procurement Insights
DECEMBER 8, 2023
There is a growing realization that process, not technology, is the main force behind successfully achieving efficiency and spend rationalization. Are You In The Software Business? The question I had posed in Part 6 of my 7-Part Dangerous Supply Chain Myths Series was, “Are you – being the end-user, in the software business?”
TYA Suite
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) in procurement has emerged as a game-changer, redefining how organizations manage their supply chains, purchasing decisions, and. This not only saves time but also reduces the cost of managing procurement processes.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JUNE 2, 2020
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. As such we have introduced our “ Seasoned Leadership in Action ™” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer.
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IBM Supply Chain Blog
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions offer organizations a one-stop-shop for managing daily operations. The business management software has gained popularity in the business world as organizations try to keep up with the changing landscape.
Solvoyo
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
Supply Chain is a core business function tasked to manage multiple business operations such as production, inventory, order fulfillment, and transportation simultaneously. In fact, the supply chain people are expected to be super-heroes. How can they manage all this simultaneously?
Procurement Software
MARCH 7, 2023
Key advantages of using Procure-to-Pay and Source-to-Pay technology Hard Cost Savings Value Drivers Possible Disadvantages of using P2P and S2P software Can you combine P2P and S2P in procurement software? What’s the best S2P or P2P software for mid-market and SMEs? Improvements to end-to-end supply chain efficiency.
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IBM Supply Chain Blog
APRIL 25, 2024
Business process reengineering (BPR) is the radical redesign of core business processes to achieve dramatic improvements in performance, efficiency and effectiveness. Successful implementation of BPR requires strong leadership, effective change management and a commitment to continuous improvement.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Rapidly deploying applications to cloud requires not just development acceleration with continuous integration, deployment and testing (CI/CD/CT), It also requires supply chain lifecycle acceleration, which involves multiple other groups such as governance risk and compliance (GRC), change management, operations, resiliency and reliability.
World of Procurement blog
MAY 23, 2024
To gain operational efficiencies by standardising and simplifying purchasing processes across fewer supplier relationships. This enables data-driven supplier management and performance optimisation. To mitigate supply chain risks and improve business continuity by reducing dependence on many small suppliers.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 12, 2020
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Supply Chain Investment Challenges – Real and Imagined! . The advancement of digital technology enables the real-time, intelligent management of the Supply Chain. So even if you have a Digital Supply Chain how do you manage this complexity?
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