Procurement Templates
JUNE 4, 2024
A service credit is a payment for a non performance by a supplier. It’s normally measured using a KPI. Context and Usage The hierarchy is an SLA, then the KPI’s and then service credits. Here’s a breakdown of what this entails: Service Level Agreements (SLAs) : A service credit will typically be part of the SLA and sits alongside the KPI’s.
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 4, 2024
If no deal is reached shippers can expect lengthy delays in moving freight on trucks between the U.S. and Canada as soon as Thursday.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 4, 2024
Among all the threats facing global supply chains today, the issue of greatest concern lies within the very heart of the system: a lack of effective cybersecurity measures.
Spend Matters
JUNE 4, 2024
Spend Matters chose Intake and Orchestration as its main research theme for this quarter because we believe it is the fastest-growing procurement tech market segment today. If you’d like to understand more about what intake management and orchestration mean for procurement, read our Guide to Intake and Orchestration here. As part of our research we are conducting analyst-led analysis / thought leadership , solution provider deep-dive analyses , webinars and interviews with both the practitioners
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 4, 2024
The Canada Border Services Agency — made up of over 9,000 border workers — previously set a June 6 deadline to reach a collective bargaining agreement.
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 4, 2024
The new affiliation comes as the Teamsters union has ramped up efforts to organize Amazon workers in the past few years.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 4, 2024
Typically, the U.S. will allow shipments valued under $800 — known officially as Type 86 entries — to be imported without tax or duty payments.
Una
JUNE 4, 2024
EPISODE 168 Adventures in Public Sector Procurement with Dwight Gibbs By Kelly Barner | June 5, 2024 The public and private sectors both have a great need for top procurement talent. And while their stakeholders, objectives, and processes differ in some ways, they are also subject to the same economic forces and market trends. Sometimes the dynamics in one of their sectors even has an impact on the other.
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 4, 2024
The petitioners say current Chinese export practices pose a threat to U.S. businesses, while others say the trade case itself is a threat.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 4, 2024
Alex Rhea, chief technology officer and co-founder of Takt, likes to talk about performance management rather than labor management.
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As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.
Supply Chain Dive
JUNE 4, 2024
The auto parts retailer is leveraging its existing network to carry more inventory while nearing completion of additional facilities.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 4, 2024
Temu has until the end of September to provide the EU with a risk assessment report on the sale of counterfeit goods and illegal products.
Arkestro
JUNE 4, 2024
Resources / Blog / Unleashing Efficiency: The Benefits of Autonomous Sourcing in Procurement Strategies Unleashing Efficiency: The Benefits of Autonomous Sourcing in Procurement Strategies Discover how autonomous sourcing revolutionizes procurement strategies, streamlining processes and maximizing efficiency for businesses of all sizes. In today’s fast-paced business landscape, the role of procurement teams in sourcing goods and services is critical to the success and profitability of an o
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 4, 2024
U.S. construction put in place for manufacturing facilities has more than doubled in the two years ended in April.
Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski
Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea
Procurement Software
JUNE 4, 2024
Digital procurement tools for manufacturing companies are finally flourishing. While procurement technology for indirect spend continues to flourish, we’re now also seeing a new wave of great tech platforms for direct spend and component parts. These apps are capitalising on the need for better technology to support manufacturing businesses. As supply chain technology improves for transportation, inventory management and warehousing, the procurement tools for manufacturing businesses now n
ContractSafe
JUNE 4, 2024
By adopting a strategic approach to contract audits, businesses can unlock a wealth of insights that streamline contract management processes, cut costs, and foster stronger partnerships.
Procurement Express
JUNE 4, 2024
As a small business owner or entrepreneur, the world of accounting can often feel overwhelming and intimidating. From managing cash flow to tracking expenses, the financial aspects of running a business can quickly become a daunting task, especially for those without a strong background in finance. However, with the right tools and guidance, small business owners can unlock the hidden insights that lie within their accounting data, transforming it into a powerful asset for driving growth and pro
ContractSafe
JUNE 4, 2024
Share Your Love for ContractSafe and Get Rewarded Referral programs are a great tool to help B2B buyers find the right software for their organization. It gives buyers a trusted resource to ask questions and ID problems and it makes current customers feel great—helping a friend and feeling like an influencer. Plus, in the best referral programs, both referrers and referrals get a little incentive.
Speaker: Shalini Dinesh
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication heavily influence product launch success. Research shows that as many as 70% of product launches fail due to inadequate coordination among stakeholders, including supply chain, product management, legal, marketing, and change control teams (Gartner, 2022). The 2023 Supply Chain Insights Report highlights that 60% of supply chain disruptions are caused by poor communication and misalignment among cross-functional teams.
Una
JUNE 4, 2024
How Procurement Can Think Like a Startup Explore how procurement can think like a startup, even within a big organization, and reap the benefits that come with it. By Hugo Britt | June 4, 2024 Search Search Imagine a humble but bustling startup with a small team of passionate individuals working hard to bring their innovative idea to life. They operate with agility, adaptability, and a burning desire to disrupt the market.
Procurement Express
JUNE 4, 2024
As the CEO of Vetter, a leading employee suggestion box software, Duncan Murtagh has a unique perspective on the transformative power of employee engagement. In this insightful blog, we’ll explore how one manufacturing company leveraged Vetter’s innovative solution to unlock over $300,000 in savings and foster a culture of innovation and inclusion.
Finale Inventory
JUNE 4, 2024
As a growing Shopify merchant, you may be facing a conundrum: Shopify’s world-class ecommerce suite has supported your success so far – but you may be wondering whether its built-in tools can take you to the next level. As you add fulfillment options, sales channels, and stock locations, change suppliers, or are feeling the heat from FBA inventory demands , you need to take a close look at what tools Shopify provides, and what shortcomings there may be which are actually setting you back.
Barkers Procurement
JUNE 4, 2024
Barkers has secured ‘Transformation Project of the Year – EMEA region’ from the Coupa Partner Connect Award Program at Coupa Inspire 2024. The award recognises a Partner from across the EMEA Partner Community who has demonstrated excellence in the delivery of a digital procurement transformation project during the last 12 months. Barkers have received the award in recognition of their work with Sunbelt Rentals to digitise their end-to-end source-to-contract cycle.
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The Procuretech Podcast
JUNE 4, 2024
This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads explores the challenges faced by organisations in adopting and utilising new software technologies. James discusses an interesting article from The Guardian titled "Your Office Software Is Not the Problem, You Are," highlighting tensions around software usability and adaptability within large organisations.
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