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Contract Leadership Real-time Visibility 
ivalua
JUNE 29, 2020
I have some real context of this, living in NYC and having a family member that works at a hospital. While it is a difficult time, you have to also applaud the heroic efforts of this industry as a whole. Across this supply chain there is typically a lack of visibility due to siloed information and data. Share on Twitter.
SCMDOJO
JULY 24, 2023
Contract Logistics is a critical aspect of the supply chain that often remains behind the scenes but plays a significant role in ensuring the efficient movement and management of goods. Read More: 6 Logistics KPIs Attributes That are Essential ] What is Contract Logistics?
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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now
Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains
SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Comprehensive Curriculum: MCIPS covers a broad spectrum of topics, from procurement principles and strategies to contract management, negotiation, and ethical considerations. It can open doors to career advancement and leadership roles. Think of it as the gold standard for procurement professionals.
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ivalua
JANUARY 12, 2023
To avoid this pitfall, it is necessary for public procurement teams to routinely review the entire process and challenge steps to ensure that requirements are necessary to meet rules or requirements and/or deliver real value. . It is vital that public procurement teams develop a data insight strategy to gain visibility into their operations.
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Una
AUGUST 17, 2022
This is where strategic sourcing professionals spend most of their time, communicating directly with their top suppliers through an SRM program , and using cutting-edge procurement software to analyze spend and track risk. Even with the help of procurement tech, it takes time and resources to bring an unruly tail spend under control.
Procurement Express
DECEMBER 31, 2024
It integrates with cost accounting systems to track spending, ensures smoother workflows for accounts payable and accounts receivable, and provides real-time visibility into purchasing activities. By providing real-time insights, it helps businesses identify unnecessary spending and make informed decisions to optimize budgets.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Beacon’s supply chain visibility platform is a central hub for real-time ocean and air freight tracking, supply chain performance analytics and carbon emissions reporting. Guest bio: Fraser Robinson is the Co-Founder & CEO of Beacon, a supply chain visibility and collaboration platform.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
It is a process that creates efficiencies across all spend categories, minimizes supply chain risks through improved supplier selection and awards, while giving visibility into pricing and forecasting. Implementation of new supply structure Track results and restart assessment This model has essentially stood the test of time.
Una
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Now, I know settling into a new role can take a little time, so I don’t want you to feel under any pressure to make any significant impact straight away. I wouldn’t expect any real results from you until you’ve spent a month or two reviewing our current supplier arrangements.” “Hmm Step 1: Gain visibility of spend data.
ivalua
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
Ivalua was also awarded the the best P2P Specialist Provider by an independent panel of industry veterans at the 2020 World Procurement Awards and This release will support extending its leadership by delivering ever greater value to customers. Now, customers can create and iterate on a draft contract during an RFX.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Serious issues related to key Government contracts had become headline stories across the UK media and this needed to stop. At the time, organisations were understandably keen to capture the benefits but, in many cases, they took leaps of blind faith and dot.com became dot.bomb. This is especially true in procurement!
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SCMDOJO
APRIL 4, 2023
When it comes to managing a supply chain, having access to real-time data can be a game-changer. By providing visibility into every aspect of the supply chain, companies can identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and minimize delays. This can result in faster delivery times and improved customer satisfaction.
Planergy
DECEMBER 25, 2023
How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. Thanks to AI and other tools, you can now make better decisions with real-time data. But what exactly is FP&A, and how is it evolving with the advent of real-time data? How to report and analyze indirect spend to identify savings opportunities.
SCMDOJO
AUGUST 16, 2023
The company has implemented sophisticated barcode scanning and point-of-sale systems to collect real-time data from its stores. By employing these technologies, Walmart gains valuable insights into customer buying behavior, sales trends, and inventory levels.
Supply Chain Game Changer
OCTOBER 14, 2021
Cost-saving initiatives will become paramount, such as investments in TMS platforms, contract negotiation, and strategic load and route planning. Upstream, prepare for rising costs and new contract negotiations as supply chains diversify. Renegotiation of contracts and terms. Increasing demand for supply chain visibility.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Check out Control Towers – Is Yours Real or Just Smoke and Mirrors? Every research firm and vendor has their own definition, but all share the common theme of visibility. A traditional control tower provides visibility to immediate trading partners only. So, control towers are an attempt to combat it with visibility.
Procurement Leaders
JUNE 1, 2022
Excluded from planning meetings and strategic decisions, and with a team lacking the knowledge and relationships to drive real change, procurement was extremely decentralised, in control of just 30% of global spending and focused mostly on tactical, transactional activities. The full transformation roadmap. New and revamped central teams.
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Let's Talk Supply Chain
MARCH 5, 2025
As a former US Navy veteran and board member of the Technology Association of Georgia, he brings unique insights into leadership, technology integration, and the future of supply chain solutions. Make decisions in real time: observe, orient, decide and act. Thats what customers really want.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 26, 2020
As such we have introduced our “ Seasoned Leadership in Action ™” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. It is great to see Derek Panchyshyn bring his extensive experience and leadership skills to ATX Networks. This interview is with Derek Panchyshyn. I first met Derek while at Celestica.
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SCMDOJO
JUNE 14, 2023
As a result, businesses can optimize their logistics processes using Orchestration and save time and resources. This technology allows businesses to monitor their supply chain from order placement to final delivery in real-time. This increased visibility leads to more efficient supply chain and inventory management.
Procurement Heads
JULY 19, 2023
Our Coupa Supplier Portal is now running 55% of our group spend and by the summer it will be up to 75%, that is three part – source to contract, information model and the procure to pay. We have an amazing analytics dashboard, which gives us visibility on spend and suppliers’ contract duration, supplying really important insight.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 15, 2019
As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series. Thank you Bronwen for your friendship, your support of Supply Chain Game Changer, and taking the time to share your experiences and expertise with us. This interview is with Bronwen Hann, President at Argentus. How quaint is that?
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Claritum
JUNE 12, 2018
ASL Global will be able to provide a significantly faster response and better overall experience to their global clients, converting more quotes into orders, and Improving on current quote to order conversion times and the value they deliver to their customers. The post ASL Global awards contract to Claritum appeared first on Claritum.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 19, 2018
As such we are introducing a new “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. My start in supply chain was a bit unknowing at the time. In order to be one of their vendors IBM wouldn’t accept the commercial terms of the times. They challenged us to be much better than we were.
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Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
With quantitative and qualitative KPIs, you get a bird’s eye view to understand supplier performance and make more informed decisions. Real-Time Insights for Risk Management Managing supplier risks involves identifying, evaluating, and reducing constraints created by suppliers, and their suppliers as well.
Jaggaer
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Its an integrated, end-to-end process that unifies procurement and finance, helping organizations streamline purchasing, minimize delays, and ensure timely payments. By standardizing procurement activities, organizations gain visibility over spending, strengthen supplier relationships, and optimize cash flow management.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 17, 2018
As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. It is great to see Derek bring his extensive experience and leadership skills to ATX Networks. This interview is with Derek Panchyshyn, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Operations at ATX Networks.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 14, 2018
Automation through digital technology isn’t really just about lowering labour costs, it’s about creating huge opportunities for companies to dive deep into data and create end-to-end visibility into their own supply chains. Companies will always need people who can build relationships with vendors when conducting large-scale Procurement.
Procurement Software
APRIL 23, 2024
Located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the company leverages advanced AI technologies to enhance procurement processes, focusing on efficiency and data visibility. What sets Mithra-AI apart is its real-time, continuous visibility of spend data, coupled with proactive alerts for opportunities and risks.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 26, 2018
Yet it is managed by one or two people, with no support, and no visibility from upper management. Supply chain visibility is also incredibly important these days. You can not get this visibility without a plan. And you need suppliers who can provide visibility through electronic connectivity.
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World of Procurement blog
MAY 23, 2024
Companies pursue supplier consolidation for a few key reasons: To reduce procurement costs by negotiating volume discounts and more favourable contract terms with fewer suppliers. Delivery performance - Measure on-time delivery rates and lead times for each supplier. Reliable, on-time delivery is essential.
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 28, 2020
Instead of waiting for others to realize that now is the time for Procurement professionals to make their value and contribution known. Now is the time for Procurement to SELL! Now I would never advocate selling something that isn’t real. Well here’s some news. Procurement is strategic! ” Ouch! Procurement 101.
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World of Procurement blog
MAY 8, 2024
It involves identifying needs, sourcing potential vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, negotiating contracts, selecting suppliers, managing relationships, and meeting obligations. Scope : Procurement spans the entire process from identifying requirements to contract closure. Purchasing is more transactional and tactical.
Zycus Cognitive Procurement
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
In good times, operating leverage (ratio of fixed and variable costs) can supercharge profit growth. However, in times of growth, new costs and expenses also tend to creep in, and over time, these costs harden and morph into fixed cost structures. Renegotiate vendor contracts. Contract compliance.
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Supply Chain Trend
NOVEMBER 7, 2016
It sometimes seems like S&OP is stuck in a time warp, where the same old things as 30 years ago are being discussed. His client experience spans several countries and ranges from helping start-ups to leadership of large, complex, multi-geography business transformation.
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Procurement Express
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
When you truly understand what they need, you can focus on solving the right problems, not wasting time on stuff that doesnt move the needle. Plus, it keeps your financials transparent, which is a huge plus when it comes to leadership buy-in or investor confidence. Pro tip: Dont stop at the first answer they give.
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Empowering CPO
JUNE 27, 2023
Traditional approaches to spend analysis relied heavily on manual processes and limited data visibility. Data Integration and Visibility: Connecting disparate data sources, such as procurement systems, supplier databases, and financial records, to create a centralized and holistic view of procurement activities.
Arkestro
JULY 11, 2022
As part of Box’s continuous advocacy towards ESG and Supplier Diversity, previous visibility into their supplier diversity spending was limited. According to McKinsey, diverse executive teams financially outperform other executive teams, and this has only strengthened over time. And the same is true for diverse supply chains. .
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Una
JUNE 5, 2024
Key elements include diversified sourcing, real-time visibility, strategic inventory management, and the ability to quickly respond to disruptions. Secure the necessary resources from leadership to effectively manage these high-impact risks. Why Do We Need Supply Chain Visibility?
Arkestro
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Leadership Buy-in on Strategic Value With the team in Singapore, the company’s head of global supply chain attended both of our two-day training sessions because they wanted to learn about Arkestro after seeing the immense value it could provide. You can unsubscribe at any time.
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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
JULY 11, 2022
In 2018, the company came under new ownership and leadership and has been undergoing a large-scale digital transformation effort ever since. As part of the company’s digitization project, the quality leadership team knew it had to upend the current supply chain management system. Supply Management Contract Writing. The Problem.
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
DECEMBER 14, 2022
Flawed or outdated Technology and Equipment that limits visibility. The chronic business issues mentioned above are a function of unnecessary complexity, lack of systems thinking acumen, silo thinking, poor strategy, lack of visibility, poor strategic alignment, outsourcing critical supply chain functions to the wrong partners and so on.
Empowering CPO
MAY 5, 2023
It is responsible for managing the entire process of acquiring goods and services, from identifying suppliers to ensuring timely deliveries. Traditional Procurement Methods Historically, procurement has been a manual and time-consuming process, relying heavily on paperwork, phone calls, and face-to-face meetings.
Pipefy
MAY 9, 2023
Effective modern procurement requires end-to-end process tracking to both view and control the costs, sourcing, quality, and delivery times associated with acquired goods and services. and allows you plenty of time to find replacement suppliers should the quality or lead times of existing ones diminish.
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