Procurement Insights

MARCH 22, 2025

However, by thinning out the herd, practitioners and providers can build success through better communication and collaboration and the widespread adoption of the agent-based implementation model. The 2025 sifting event will be challenging, reducing the number of providers by 75%. resource constraints deter taking all risky clients).

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 15, 2023

In 2023, TCS was selected to FORTUNE® magazine’s list of the World’s Most Admired Companies. The IBM and TCS partnership IBM and TCS have a global collaboration that spans various technologies, industries and geographies. TCS and IBM collaborated closely to address the challenge presented by the client.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Benefitting from a diverse resume of communications experience, Alexis is currently Managing Editor of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazines. Collaboration is key to promoting and supporting women in supply chain. And we’re doing just that at this year’s Women in Supply Chain Forum, set for Nov.

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Supply Chain Opz

MAY 25, 2013

The story began in January 1810 on the " Scots Magazine, and Edinburgh Literary Miscellany for January 1810". 3) Many researchers believe that SCM is an inter-organizational process/collaboration while logistics is within corporate function (Unionist). (4) 2) Origin of "Logistics". Image credit Google Books. 5) New Definition.

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Procurement Tactics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

It brings the capacity for synchronized intermodality and collaborative shipping in the sustainable supply chain. Forbes magazine has recently published statistics showing that up to 88% of consumers are more likely to be loyal to companies that have strong environmental and social responsibility. . Machine Learning.

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Una

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

When the pandemic happened, many companies raced to “lift and shift” all their technology resources into the cloud not realizing some apps needed modifications (such as email, collaboration tools, and data storage). Communication / Collaboration (Slack, Google Workspace, Microsoft OneDrive, etc.). The result? Get new resources weekly!

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Supply Chain Collaborator

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

These three headlines from Transport Topics and Food Shippers of America magazine tell the story of one of the most important challenges facing shippers in North America leading into 2018. The biannual Fall/Winter 2017 edition of Food Shippers of America magazine includes an article sharing the solution to these challenges.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 8, 2020

Increase your level of communications and collaboration with overseas suppliers to understand not only their challenges, but monitor ongoing labor, discriminatory wage practices and health and safety regulations as well. Consider other possible regional opportunities for the future (such as Vietnam, Bangladesh, etc.),

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 25, 2022

NAPM published a new magazine, Purchasing Magazine, in 1965. In the fall of 1961, the American Transportation Association published its first issue of Transportation Magazine. In the 1960s, there were some prominent textbook authors and authors of academic and professional journals. In 1966, President Lyndon B.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

By investing in employee development and fostering a culture of collaboration, SMEs can harness the full potential of their workforce to achieve their strategic objectives. Additionally, SMEs should foster open communication, collaboration, and empowerment among employees to drive positive change. References: Abramowich, E.

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Una

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Digital procurement allows companies to diversify their sourcing capabilities using real-time data to communicate with suppliers, create shared data, and set collaborative goals and key performance indicators ( KPIs ). Procurement Magazine has a list of the top 10 procurement consultants. Here are two articles you can review.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 1, 2019

From autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) which locate, track and move inventory in warehouses and fulfillment centers to collaborative workspaces where humans and intelligent machines work hand in hand, robotics presents a unique opportunity for businesses looking to fill the labor gap and scale operational capacity. Resistance to change.

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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 29, 2022

She captivates audiences with her keynotes that teach personal and professional strengthening through direct engagement, thoughtful collaboration, and positive communication. This is due to the fact that negotiation is a two-way street in which both parties must benefit to make a fruitful collaboration. . ?????

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 23, 2020

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. So here’s our take: with COVID-19, if your organization doesn’t have a Chief Supply Chain Officer, now is the time to give it another look.

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Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 8, 2023

There are several questions in 2023, including: Does MSI still collaborate with Coupa? If the MSI program was successful, why can’t a similar communication/collaborative approach work today – especially given technological advances? One such example is the Commonwealth of Virginia’s eVA initiative.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Our magazine, LogiSYM is the largest circulating supply chain magazine globally with more than 70,000 subscribers and we run symposiums in Singapore, Malaysia and Dubai. LogiSYM, the collaborative platform of the Society and its sister publication Cargonow. What are some of your greatest achievements in Business?

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Supply Chain Collaborator

APRIL 21, 2016

The Spring/Summer issue of Food Shippers of America magazine has hit the stands with a feature article on the Trucking Industry’s Top 10 industry issues for 2016. Seven in ten of the issues on the list can be addressed and overcome through the use of a good logistics IT solution. Issue #1 | Hours of Service.

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Supply Chain Trend

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

These leaders all have 20+ years S&OP experience and published books, whitepapers and articles in renowned magazines. That transparency and collaboration follows S&OP, like night follows day. Not for profit magazines like Foresight and the Journal of Business Forecasting do a good job in promoting S&OP ideas.

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Supply Chain Trend

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

These leaders all have 20+ years S&OP experience and published books, whitepapers and articles in renowned magazines. Eric: Many companies view S&OP only for its collaboration benefits. For some applications, we can also use more external partner collaboration. SCT: What do you believe can be done about that?

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MARCH 4, 2015

Collaborative Communication. The savings range projections referenced above were derived from research performed by ARC Group and Inbound Logistics magazine. Up to 3% savings. Mode Selection. Up to 2% savings. Use of Preferred Carriers. Up to 2% savings. Intelligent Procurement. Up to 2% savings. Freight Payment Accuracy.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 23, 2020

Self-service interfaces, interactive data visualization tools and collaborative dashboards are a must. As Strategic Finance Magazine points out, the major principles of effective data governance are accountability, standardization and quality. Ensure tools and insights are embeddable in shared workflows for best results.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 28, 2018

After the Conference, the case studies (not the presentations) are uploaded to CSCMP and SupplyChainBrain websites; featured in a special end-of-year SupplyChainBrain magazine issue; and presented via video interviews posted online. 2017 Winners and Finalists.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

JUNE 20, 2016

The June issue of American Shipper magazine published an article by Cook on developing sustainable relationships which this blogger found to be compelling because most of the advice his piece provides can be realized via the use of good, cloud-based TMS software. Tom Cook has authored nineteen books on global trade and supply chain.

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Procurement Software

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

For this week’s opinion piece on a recent procurement related article, I’m going to dig into a piece from Procurement Magazine, with the title “Procurement and the big reset in Business Travel and Expense”. Recently, there has been an explosion in these project collaboration platforms coming onto the market.

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The Network Effect

JUNE 8, 2016

Food Logistics magazine reports on a survey conducted by HAVI Global Solutions and […]. Challenges and Opportunities in the Foodservice Supply Chain Is there any supply chain more important than the foodservice supply chain? It supplies us with the very material that makes up and fuels our bodies.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 16, 2019

Many car companies and manufacturing centers feel this is a cost-effective collaboration, but the current administration would like to see that change. According to Time Magazine, 83 percent of Dodge’s cars are produced domestically while Ford scores even worse, coming in at 64 percent. There are pros and cons to this move.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Women empower global business performance for smarter outcomes and speed through greater collaboration. Becky is an Employee Engagement and Training Specialist at Trailer Bridge, recently recognized by Inc Magazine as one of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies.

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Supply Chain Trend

JULY 22, 2018

In the summer 2018 edition of Foresight Magazine I provided the following commentary on their articles. OUR EMPLOYEES WILL START COLLABORATING ONCE S&OP IS IN PLACE. Effective S&OP requires commitment, trust, empowerment, role modeling, constructive engagement, and a collaborative spirit (Tuomikangas & Kaipia, 2014).

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Supply Chain Trend

JUNE 16, 2017

These leaders all have 20+ years S&OP experience and published books, whitepapers and articles in renowned magazines. And Jim Biel sees “a day when most organizations see the simple value of integration and collaboration that S&OP ultimately tries to provide.” A group, eligible to comment on the current state of S&OP.

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Supply Chain Trend

OCTOBER 31, 2016

These leaders all have 20+ years S&OP experience and published books, whitepapers and articles in renowned magazines. Jim : I see a day when most organizations see the simple value of integration and collaboration that S&OP ultimately tries to provide. A group, eligible to comment on the current state of S&OP.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

For example, according to Global Trade Magazine , “One critical factor that executives should monitor closely is logistics management. Share insights with freight management parties to encourage more collaboration and lower unexpected costs. The costs of logistics as a ratio of total expenses are too significant to ignore.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 30, 2023

Nevertheless, it’s still another way to promote collaboration and company success. Customer Reviews ‘Amazing!’ – Sandy Herbert ‘The most luxe event gifts we’ve ever seen.’ – WSJ Magazine ‘Elevated items paired with beautiful packaging.’ – Reachdesk Study Procurement Study Negotiations 10.

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Supply Chain Trend

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

These leaders all have 20+ years S&OP experience and published books, whitepapers and articles in renowned magazines. By emotionally engaging in a process that has alignment, integration, openness, collaboration and communication at its core, the S&OP team should be setting the standard and leading the way.

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 13, 2016

These leaders all have 20+ years S&OP experience and published books, whitepapers and articles in renowned magazines. The greatest amount of them are going to land within the two middle ones of 2) Speculative Scheduling and 3) Collaborative Planning. A group, eligible to comment on the current state of S&OP.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 24, 2023

Mindy is focused on offering sound, innovative strategic leadership while cross-collaborating with other teams for stronger business outcomes. And it continues to this day—I was recently featured on the front cover of CIO Look Magazine and have unleashed my voice across mediums through speaking and writing. The answers just flowed.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 8, 2021

Look up and down the chain to see what goes on before and after you … the most effective supply chains are the ones that are highly integrated and collaborative! I read multiple magazines and supply chain blogs to keep current. Try to never get stuck in your functional silo. Lastly, stay relevant.

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Claritum

OCTOBER 3, 2017

As featured in the ‘ The 10 Most Innovative Procurement Solution Providers ’ article published in the September 2017 Insights Success Magazine , Claritum discuss the drive for a New Wave of Easy-to-use Procurement Products…. Insights Success Magazine. Claritum Article - Procurement Blog.

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