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‘Return on Relationships’ – the ROI of building supplier relationships and how to measure it

Spend Matters

The annual State of Flux global supplier relationship (SRM) management study made its appearance in London last week at the 2024 Supplier Management Summit in its 16th rendition, this time themed ‘Return on Relationships (RoR). Governance — Determining which suppliers bring the most value to the business and which to prioritize.

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Friends not Foes, Supplier Relationships Made to Last

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A company’s supply chain is a key source of competitive advantage and Supply Chain Management (SCM) is designed to allow a company to monitor its suppliers and utilize the available resources to improve performance. Let’s address why having the right supplier information and supplier relationships is a must. .

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The Advantages of Big Data Analytics in Suppliers Management

All Things Supply Chain

Traditionally, purchasing and supply management (PSM) has strongly relied on data management, as procurement managers need to dispose of, clean, and update data of different natures to compare suppliers’ performance,…

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Navigating Tariff Turmoil with Data-Driven Supplier Relationship Management – Institute for Supply Management News

Let's Talk Supply Chain

In this fast-paced economic landscape, the importance of strategic supplier relationship management cannot be overstated. By harnessing the‍ power of data-driven insights, organizations can navigate these challenging waters with precision and grace.

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The Cost-Plus World of Supply Chains: The Macroeconomic and Geopolitical Environment

From new pricing strategies and material substitutability to alternative suppliers and stockpiling, a new GEP-commissioned Economist Impact report reveals that enterprises are adopting a variety of approaches underpinned by data and technology.

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Samification by The Classification Guru: Vendor Analysis — Supplier normalization solution overview, roadmap, competitors, user considerations, analyst summary

Spend Matters

In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis we provide an overview of Samification by The Classification Guru (TCG) and its solution for supplier normalization. Dirty data is a problem that everyone is familiar with. And for more developed organizations even companies that promise to help clean your data often have a stopping point.

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The 3% myth: Why suppliers are willing to pay for virtual cards

Spend Matters

These virtual cards enhance control and visibility over spending while simplifying the payment processes for suppliers and vendors. The surprising truth behind a 3% fee Imagine youre a supplier juggling tight margins, long payment cycles, and increasing operational demands. What may seem like a burden is, in fact, a savvy investment.

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How One Manufacturer Used GEP SOFTWARE To Save $45M in Direct Material Sourcing

Multiple legacy systems prevent procurement from standardizing processes and tracking what they’re spending with each supplier.

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Return to Success: Streamlining Returns in the Supply Chain for Enhanced Efficiency

Speaker: Cathy Morrow Roberson, Research Manager for the Reverse Logistics Association

Businesses need to leverage advanced tracking systems and data analytics to identify bottlenecks and improve supply chain visibility. While establishing efficient communication channels with suppliers and empowering customers with comprehensive return information can be challenging, it is attainable with the right approach and tools.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen compliance.