NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 8, 2024

The globalized world relies on efficient and well-coordinated supply chains. Understanding this distinction is essential for anyone entering the procurement, purchasing, or supply chain field. It specifically focuses on the physical movement, storage, and coordination of goods and information within the supply chain.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2023

Supply chain visibility is essential for successful procurement, as it enables businesses to proactively manage risks and optimize their supply chain. By having a clear view of their entire supply chain, businesses can identify potential issues and take steps to mitigate them. million, up from $1.9

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The Thomas Blog

AUGUST 24, 2022

We have more than 120 years of expertise in connecting industrial buyers and suppliers, and we're happy to help share all we've learned from our data and relationships over the years. If executing a new design , the buyer researches product data. Document Your Offerings With White Papers.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Therefore, by using the supplier’s desire for payment, and good quality data, top performing organizations can achieve high levels of straight-through-processing and automation. . This is because at each step; data is gathered, suppliers are onboarded, and deliveries are accepted. What Are The Benefits of Invoice-to-Pay?

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e2e supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Suppliers 100

The Network Effect

JULY 1, 2015

With full execution control, is possible to actually reallocate both mix and volume for product that is in motion during replenishment, which is especially important given that we are now able to react to store level inventory and POS data updates within physical shipment lead times based on today’s rapid replenishment programs.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2023

EDA software and integrated circuit design Electronic design automation (EDA) software plays a pivotal role in shaping and validating cutting-edge semiconductor chips, optimizing their manufacturing processes, and ensuring that advancements in performance and density are consistently achieved with unwavering reliability.

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The Network Effect

AUGUST 7, 2015

Using these types of demand driven-based inventory replenishment policies enables retailers and their suppliers to reduce supply chain variability, optimize inventory levels, and minimize freight expense. If you’re impatient, I suggest you download the new white paper: Is your supply network really shelf-connected?

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Distribution channels Inventory Networking Supply Chain Optimization 58

Arkestro

MAY 10, 2023

While it isn’t your healthcare plan, it does ensure your optimal care by managing a diverse network of data and actions. Supply scarcity and shortages, inflation, and supply chain disruptions are a few examples. You might have heard Arkestro discuss PPO.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JANUARY 16, 2024

Mitigating Risk : Supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and price volatility can all pose significant threats to your business. Embrace Data-Driven Decision-making : Leverage data analytics to gain insights into your spending patterns, supplier performance, and market trends.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement team Supply Chain Optimization 52

The Network Effect

APRIL 7, 2015

DDVN’s seek to align and synchronize demand, supply, and product cycles, as well as enable the ability to sense and shape demand to generate a profitable demand response. This will also enable them to optimize both their production and distribution plans.

Networking 57

Networking Supply Supply Chain Optimization Distribution Planning 57

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2024

In today’s competitive business landscape, procurement professionals constantly seek ways to optimize costs and maximize value. Spend Analysis Fundamentals Spend analysis is the process of collecting, categorizing, and analyzing an organization’s procurement data.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Supplier consolidation Suppliers supply chain software solutions 52

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In today’s dynamic business landscape, category management in procurement has become an essential weapon for procurement teams seeking to optimize spend, strengthen supplier relationships, and drive growth. Data Analysis & Insights: Data is the lifeblood of effective category management.

Category management 52

Category management Management Procurement Supplier relationship management 52

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The modern business landscape is constantly evolving, and this dynamism is especially evident in the areas of purchasing and supply chain management. In today’s connected world, supply chains have become more complex, with global reach, sustainability concerns, and rapidly changing market dynamics.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

We’ve found in this new IBM-sponsored IDC white paper that the shift to delivering IT-as-a-service is foundational and extends the strategic transformation of IT infrastructure, adding even more value to the business. In fact, IDC estimates that IT infrastructure-related spending will grow by a modest 4.5%

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 8, 2024

Like its predecessors, 3G, 4G and 4G LTE, 5G technology uses radio waves for data transmission. Primarily, this is due to its ability to handle large volumes of data generated by complex devices using its networks. As mobile technology has expanded over the years, the amount of data users generate every day has increased exponentially.

Networking 97

Networking Data Demand Quality 97

Procurement Insights

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Their answer was to my request about building a data sharing “bridge” between the ERP back end and a front-end eProcurement application. This fundamental procurement-world knowledge is critical for success because composable procurement is about optimizing supply chain adaptability and resilience.

Collaboration 72

Collaboration Innovation Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 72

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Improved communication, regular performance assessments, and joint value creation efforts lead to better supplier performance, reduced risks, and potential cost savings through optimized partnerships. These insights enable data-driven decision-making, negotiation strategies, and risk mitigation, leading to more informed procurement choices.

Procurement 52

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Arkestro

MAY 9, 2023

Resources / Blog / What CPOs Need to Know About Predictive Procurement Orchestration What CPOs Need to Know About Predictive Procurement Orchestration The vast majority of Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) believe in the power of procurement data to make better-informed decisions across their organization.

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Jaggaer

JANUARY 14, 2020

Whether your organization is purchasing raw steel, injection molded plastics, or fully finished office supplies and IT equipment, a st reamlined P2P system can be a game changer. By optimizing the areas where you spend the most, your compan y and organization can drive significant savings in your supply chain.

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Supply Chain Efficiency Raw materials supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 40

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 5, 2023

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the growing importance of sustainability and social responsibility, the role of procurement professionals has become more critical than ever. Analyze purchasing data and identify areas that need improvement using data analytics.

Procurement 52

Procurement Negotiation supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 52

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 7, 2023

Procurement teams need to be actively involved in the S&OP process to ensure that demand forecasts are accurate, supply plans are optimized, and inventory levels are balanced. NLPA Learning also includes learning resources, including live and on-demand webinars, and reports, articles, white papers, and more!

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Jaggaer

AUGUST 12, 2020

Get the white paper on Sourcing Strategies: Why One Size Does Not Fit All , written by Michael Lamoureux of Spend Matters. And this applies not just to first tier suppliers , but to 2 nd and 3 rd tier suppliers as the extended supply chain at large is coming into greater focus.

Sourcing 52

Sourcing Bidding supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Optimization 52

Procurement Software

JULY 11, 2023

Operations and accounting are three disparate parts of organizations that are simply not equipped to efficiently share information and work together so that individual expenses are optimally managed. Which brings us back to that old chestnut, data. Having clean data , accessible to everyone, is an essential, non-negotiable foundation.

Procurement 52

Procurement Chief Procurement Officer supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Optimization 52

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JULY 20, 2023

At its core, managing spend refers to the process of strategically controlling and optimizing the financial resources allocated for procurement and purchasing activities. This includes budgeting, forecasting, and optimizing the utilization of available funds. Implement SRM practices that foster collaboration, transparency, and trust.

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Management supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions Spend management 40

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. User interface (UI): Project management software should organize all data quickly, efficiently, and cleanly. Usability: Does project planning software offer tutorials, training, white papers, forums, and customer support to help users? Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Jaggaer

MAY 12, 2020

Full data transparency. Self-maintained data quality. Supply-Chain and Invoice automation. To learn more about autonomous procurement and the journey to get there, download our new white paper written by Michael Lamoreux, Spend Matters. Conversion (data). All spend under control. Smart Assistant.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Suppliers 52

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JULY 29, 2021

Storing all supplier information in a cloud-based central repository and deploying augmented intelligence for decision support is helping procurement departments ensure goal alignment with suppliers, access to real-time ROI tracking for senior management, accurate demand forecasting, and optimal resource allocation.

Sustainability 40

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