Procurement Heads

OCTOBER 31, 2022

His colleague, Jack Birch , Senior Manager – Interim Recruitment, shares his update on David’s insight and looks at: Why interims are still in high demand IR35 – the repeal of the repeal and its impact Where we are currently seeing demand for interim procurement and supply chain professionals Current interim procurement professional day rates.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 14, 2024

Managing a supply chain is a complex task which has only grown more intricate in recent years due to globalization, a volatile geo-political landscape, technological advancements, and the increasing demands of consumers.

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Procurement Bulletin

DECEMBER 23, 2022

How SME’s Can Help Build Supply Chain Resilience. Small and midsize companies are important to supply chains , government and industry should help them upgrade their technology to make supply chains more efficient and resilient.

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ivalua

JUNE 26, 2023

Vishal Patel and Peter Hunt delivered their session ‘Creating Value with Strategic Sourcing’ to discuss how Procurement professionals are recognizing that the fast-paced digital landscape of today demands new approaches to category management and strategic sourcing. The answer is simple – automation.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

The Role of Agentic AI in Supply Chains Supply chains are dynamic and complex, requiring continuous decision-making across multiple functions, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and demand forecasting. Agentic AI takes this a step further by enabling autonomous supply chain systems.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Inflationary pressures can cause frustration levels among suppliers due to increased costs or reduced demand from customers, particularly when it comes to repeated orders or fixed pricing contracts.

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Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Today, CFOs, CIOs and general counsels are facing a reality that demands the fusion of two crucial elements: visibility to maintain the smooth flow of the supply chain, and compliance with stringent regulations.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

A well-managed supply chain does not just survive crises it thrives in them. Why Project Management is Essential for Supply Chain Resilience The approach provides a structured approach to handling complex tasks, timelines, and resources. Offer flexible delivery options to customers based on demand changes.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

According to Geraint John , Vice President Analyst with the Gartner Supply Chain practice, “Supply chain executives overwhelmingly recognize the necessity to make their networks more resilient and agile.” In this blog, let’s explore best practices that drive supply chain resiliency with this definition at the core.

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ivalua

JUNE 17, 2022

Taking Steps to Increase Resiliency. Procurement leaders are under increased pressure to improve supply chain resilience. This is being driven by consumer demand for greater transparency, compliance demands, tougher regulatory enforcement, and the growing emphasis on CSR.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Arkestro uses predictive models to analyze data, forecast demand, and identify potential disruptions before they occur. This process ultimately leads to faster delivery times, more significant cost savings, and improved supply chain resilience.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 2, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Resilience is the New Critical Supply Chain Strategy! Supply Chain resilience article and permission to publish here provided by James Liang from Power RFP. Our world lives in a hyper-global supply chain environment. Supply Chain Resilience.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Through the strategic implementation of AI solutions, companies can unlock a myriad of benefits, including predictive analytics for demand forecasting, automated inventory management to minimize stockouts, and real-time monitoring for enhanced visibility across the entire supply chain.

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Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has produced and will continue to produce artificial demand and supply shocks, and it will take time to rebalance the equilibrium.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

Organizations face an array of challenges, including material and labor shortages, inflation, fluctuating consumer demand, disruptions in the supply chain, and volatile global trade relationships. In response to these challenges, the leaders must rethink their supply chain strategies, focusing on building resilience.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 1, 2025

With Logility’s cutting-edge solution, businesses can expect: Real-time Data Analysis: Instant insights into supply chain performance and potential disruptions. AI-driven optimization: Automated decision-making for quicker response to changing market demands.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 2, 2024

Organizations face an array of challenges, including material and labor shortages, inflation, fluctuating consumer demand, disruptions in the supply chain, and volatile global trade relationships. In response to these challenges, the leaders must rethink their supply chain strategies, focusing on building resilience.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 7, 2024

Supply chains are vital to businesses, facilitating the movement of goods, services, financial flows, and information. Enhancing supply chain resilience as well as supply chain visibility is crucial in today’s interconnected world. However, they are also susceptible to disruptions and risks.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

A purpose-built solution can enforce proper governance and standards, automate master data optimization activities, identify product standardization opportunities, and automate category management for strategic sourcing in supply chain. Demand planning capabilities. Point-of-use data capture. Best-in-Class Beats Single-Stack.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Companies that excel in strategic sourcing achieve greater cost savings and procurement efficiency while ensuring supply chain resilience. Some of the most effective techniques include supplier segmentation, e-auctions and competitive bidding, collaborative negotiations, and data analytics for demand forecasting.

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ivalua

MAY 31, 2022

Global supply chain shortages unveiled a critical need for effective supplier relations. In a market where production capacity has been saturated by exponential demand, product suppliers now have the upperhand. How to Achieve Supply Chain Resilience and Agility post Covid-19.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Strengthening supplier partnerships can help improve supply chain resilience, ensure competitive pricing, spark co-innovation in procurement practices, and foster loyalty with trusted partners. Subscribe to news from Arkestro. The post 5 Procurement Industry Trends to Watch in 2025 appeared first on Arkestro.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2024

The global economy runs on efficient supply chains. But with ever-increasing complexity, skilled professionals are more in demand than ever. The SCMDOJO Supply Chain Track offers a comprehensive supply chain training program to equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel in this dynamic field.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 14, 2021

Companies around the world are urgently seeking ways to better plan around demand uncertainty and improve supply chain resilience and agility. CSCMP and ToolsGroup will reveal analysis from a crucial new global survey which reveals: What planning challenges are top-of-mind for supply chain leaders.

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

20202024: Procurement as a Strategic Business Partner Accelerated Evolution During the COVID-19 Pandemic : The pandemic underscored procurement’s role in ensuring supply chain resilience , managing disruptions, and navigating shortages.

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Strategic Sourceror

JULY 24, 2022

Bloomberg reported that "modest improvements are showing up" in a number of industry forecasts, with the consensus among economists that the so-called supply strain is close to being under control.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

However, the top three procurement challenges featured in the Hackett Group report demand immediate attention: slashing spending costs, securing supply chain resilience, and modernizing outdated operating models. Solutions: Strategic Sourcing: Move beyond transactional purchasing and embrace strategic sourcing.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

Supply Chain Resilience vs Low-Cost Supply Chain. With the prospect of reshoring or nearshoring limited in scope, many organizations are pivoting their supply strategies to mitigate the impact of another disruption. The post What are the best Supply Chain Strategies for 2021 appeared first on Ivalua.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Inflationary pressures can cause frustration levels among suppliers due to increased costs or reduced demand from customers, particularly when it comes to repeated orders or fixed pricing contracts.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Amidst ever-evolving skies and challenges, Boeing, the aerospace giant, finds itself at a critical juncture ‍as it witnesses meaningful advancements in its supply chain operations. Let us delve deeper into the intricacies of Boeing’s supply chain advancement and its implications on the aviation industry.

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Procurement Tactics

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The complexity of today’s supply chain makes it more prone to severe impacts from disruptions, just like what happened at the start of the pandemic. . Due to this, many organizations have put supply chain resilience as a top priority. What is supply chain collaboration? Horizontal Collaboration .

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Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) are navigating a complex landscape in 2024, with several critical concerns shaping their strategic priorities: Operational Efficiency Amid Resource Constraints Supply Chain Resilience and Cost Management Digital Transformation and Technological Integration Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility Talent Acquisition (..)

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 2, 2025

With the return to normalcy, here are some ‍key supply chain implications to consider: Production Ramp-Up: Boeing can now accelerate production to make up for lost time during the strike period. By leveraging data analytics and predictive modeling, organizations can better anticipate and mitigate future supply chain disruptions.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The result is a vehicle that meets market demands for sustainability and performance while reducing time to market and production costs. Supply chain collaboration: a broader perspective Supply chain collaboration goes beyond linear relationships within a traditional supply chain.

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EazyStock

DECEMBER 13, 2020

The best way to safeguard your supply chain will be by building resilience into your operations. Supply Chain Performance: Reviewing 2020. Take the time to reflect on your supply chain’s performance this past year. How did your demand change? Improve Demand Forecasting.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 3, 2025

Furthermore, supply chain resilience continues to be a top priority for businesses, with an emphasis on diversifying sourcing locations and building agile, responsive supply networks.

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ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

Disruptions in global supply chains, labor market shortages, strong consumer demand. The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers). Building and maintaining supply chain resilience will be critical in a post-Covid-19 world. The annual rate of inflation in the United States hit 6.2%

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