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At which point should end-to-end (S2C) source-customer visibility begin in the manufacturing process?

Procurement Insights

EDITOR’S NOTE: In December 2010, I wrote an article about one of Time Magazine’s picks for the Top Innovations in 2008 – Made-in-Transit Packaging. I obviously think what EiKO is doing regarding process visibility is great – kudos to the company for its progressive customer-centric thinking.

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Supply chain visibility in the energy and utilities industry

IBM Supply Chain Blog

For the energy and utilities industry (E&U), time is not on their side. Equipment-heavy and reliant on an aging infrastructure, E&U clients suffer from costly supply chain disruptions as wear, tear and time take their toll. Visibility. However, maintenance inventory optimization is only part of the solution.

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Delivering on promise and purpose in the retail supply chain

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Purpose Savvy sustainable consumers want end-to-end visibility into a product’s origins to ensure that it was sustainably developed and transported every step of the way. From origins to ingredients to shelf life, consumers demand a transparent supply chain. Simple: communicate!

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Key Trends and Themes for Supply Chain and Logistics in 2024

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Whether it will be worth it, only time will tell. The amplified visibility lets companies verify the authenticity and provenance of products, reduces the risk of counterfeiting, and helps ensure regulatory compliance. An expensive one, we dare say. Blockchain and supply chain transparency We can’t complete our list without blockchains.

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The Importance of Supply Chain Traceability for Small Businesses with Finale Inventory | Ecommerce

Finale Inventory

Defining Supply Chain Traceability In straightforward terms, supply chain traceability means having full visibility and transparency across the entire supply chain. It allows businesses to understand where their products come from, how they are made, and how they reach the end consumer.

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5 Inventory Management Mistakes to Avoid in 2024

Finale Inventory

Scanning a label takes a fraction of the time needed to jot down even the briefest of details – and items are immediately visible in your online system with full product details available. Cycle counting is the practice of counting a rotating subset of your inventory on a regular, frequent basis. Adopt continuous cycle counts.

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4 strategic sourcing use cases to strengthen your supply chain

IBM Supply Chain Blog

The following are examples of strategic sourcing use cases: Transparency and traceability From fast fashion to fluorite, consumers and stakeholders are keyed into product provenance—expecting brands to uphold ethical, responsible sourcing practices. And from that group, 71% would pay a premium for it.