Procurement Freelancers
JULY 31, 2023
Are you prepared to enhance your game and master your procurement process? This article explains… The post How to Develop an Effective Procurement Strategy first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Procurement Tactics
JULY 21, 2023
51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download ChatGPT PDF Procurement Courses Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Inventory Reconciliation — Everything You Should Know Inventory reconciliation allows companies to know the difference in their stocks between their records and in their warehouses. However, what is it? For this article, we will talk about what inventory reconciliation is.
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Art of Procurement
JULY 5, 2023
We have seen many trends come and go over the last few years, and most of them stemmed from the. The post R.I.P. Great Resignation (2020-2023) appeared first on Art of Procurement.
SCMDOJO
JULY 18, 2023
Contract management plays a crucial role in the procurement process, as it helps ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and optimize supplier relationships. By effectively managing contracts, organizations can maximize the value of their procurement activities and minimize potential issues. In this guide, we will explore the key benefits and importance of contract management in procurement and provide insights on how to implement effective practices.
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All Things Supply Chain
JULY 24, 2023
The microchip industry’s value to the global economy is almost unquantifiable owing to the fact that it facilitates other key industries that our society holds in high regard.
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 10, 2023
Some shippers are sending their loads to other LTL carriers over concerns about the company's future, TD Cowen analysts say.
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Procurement Tactics
JULY 23, 2023
51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download ChatGPT PDF Procurement Courses Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Last Mile Logistics — What You Should Know Last mile logistics is often associated with e-commerce due to its rising popularity in the modern market. However, many people do not know what last mile logistics is.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JULY 31, 2023
Today I’m joined by Commtrex, an award-winning brand that is on a mission to simplify freight by rail. Commtrex is a tech-enabled rail logistics provider with a team of experienced rail professionals, an extensive network of partners, and a best-in-class technology platform that simplifies the movement of freight and creates a competitive advantage.
SCMDOJO
JULY 26, 2023
Negotiation, a crucial skill in the realms of business and procurement, demands the ability to remain calm, collected, and confident even in the most challenging situations. However, mastering this art can be tough and perplexing. Thankfully, in our digital age, we have access to an array of mediums for training and communication that can aid us on this journey of honing our negotiation prowess.
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 28, 2023
Ford supplier invests $790M to build new Plants Magna International, an automotive supplier, will produce key components for Ford’s second-generation electric truck as part of a $790 million investment.
Advertiser: GEP
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
JULY 5, 2023
After working to shed overstocks last year, retailers are trying to keep their inventories lean and relying on the chase to meet demand as it comes.
Art of Procurement
JULY 27, 2023
Procurement 6 is a short podcast from Art of Procurement that publishes in the Art of Procurement feed every Friday. The post [Pod] Procurement 6 – July 28th, 2023 appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Procurement Tactics
JULY 4, 2023
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Procurement Bulletin
JULY 9, 2023
Port Workers Strike Costing $3.7b Already in its fifth day of workers strikes, 7,000 port workers at 30 ports within the province of British Columbia (B.C.) continue to strike for higher wages. The work action is potentially costing $3.7b and disrupting an already fragile supply chain that’s seen a fair share of disruptions over recent years. Speaking of Worker Strikes… Workers for UPS may go on strike if an agreement on wages isn’t agreed upon by July 31st.
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
SCMDOJO
JULY 26, 2023
Choosing a course is not easy, not when there are so many options available. The course you pick will take a portion of your time and require that you put in the effort to complete it. Most people are limited with time, so making a bad choice is not a good option. If you want to pick a course that will help your academic or professional success, or bring you true personal growth, you need to be picky.
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 7, 2023
Taiwan Exports at a 14 Year low as Demand Woes Taiwan’s exports experienced their sharpest decline since 2009 in June, signalling concerns about the global demand slump for electronics and…
Supply Chain Dive
JULY 7, 2023
The carrier will use volume from July 17 to July 21 as a baseline capacity measurement. Shipments exceeding that amount aren't guaranteed to be accepted.
Positive Purchasing
JULY 18, 2023
The Fact Is We All Negotiate Whether it’s with our partner, our parents, children, friends, suppliers, customers or even our colleagues, when we want somebody to do something, we may well need to persuade them. And this is very much what negotiation is – persuading somebody else to either see something our way, or to do something that we want.
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.
Procurement Tactics
JULY 23, 2023
51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download ChatGPT PDF Procurement Courses Or receive our famous weekly newsletter The 5S of Kaizen — The Ultimate Guide The 5S of Kaizen comes under the umbrella of lean management aimed to eliminate waste within manufacturing operations. However, what is it and how can it be applied in procurement ?
Procurement Bulletin
JULY 16, 2023
Renewable Energy Will Generate a Third of World’s Electricity by 2030 As the OG companies of O&G (oil & gas) clamber to get into renewable energy, a new report by non-profit Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) finds that one third of the world’s electricity will be powered by wind and solar by 2030 (that’s very soon for the math challenged).
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. In this blog, we will answer the question: what is Contract Logistics, and explore its definition, solutions, challenges, and opportunities, understanding why Contract Logistics is considered as the hub of logistics today and how it can help businesses thrive in an ever-evolving market.
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 14, 2023
Rivian EVs deliveries for Amazon surpass 150 million Amazon has revealed that it has successfully delivered over 150 million packages using electric vehicles (EVs) from Rivian.
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Are fragmented control towers hindering your supply chain’s growth and response time? Attempting to manage disruptions through various departmental control towers with basic analytic overlays hinders agility and, ultimately, your resiliency. Today’s volatile landscape requires inherent visibility across your entire value chain and the ability to orchestrate course corrections within a unified platform.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JULY 20, 2023
Zarrin Lilani on How Women Lead in Supply Chain At Let’s Talk Supply Chain, we’re passionate about closing the gender gap to expand innovation through diversity. Making this hard dichotomy shift isn’t just about good business ethics either. It’s a business investment in an industry that’s anything but predictable. Research shows that women in supply chain empower more curiosity and agility—empowering breakthrough business outcomes at organizations across the globe—these are the women whose stori
Procurement Freelancers
JULY 11, 2023
Outsourcing and in-house sourcing are two popular strategies businesses employ in their operations. While outsourcing… The post The Pros And Cons Of Outsourcing vs. In-House Sourcing first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
Arkestro
JULY 21, 2023
All Case Studies Whitepapers Webinars Videos Press Blog Featured News Dover Chemical Corporation Leverages Arkestro to Streamline Procurement, Increase Cost Efficiency read more Koch Engineered Solutions Achieves Procurement and Supply Chain Success with Arkestro read more In The News SupplyChainBrain: Will AI Drive the Next Wave of Supply Disruptions?
Supply Chain Brain
JULY 7, 2023
The International Maritime Organization's initially unclear target date implies a divide within the ocean shipping sector on net-zero emission goals, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
SCMDOJO
JULY 27, 2023
To thrive in global markets, effective communication is paramount. One of the key elements of successful communication is accurate and culturally sensitive translation. Whether you’re launching a website, localizing marketing materials, or expanding operations overseas, choosing the right translation provider for your organization is crucial. In this blog post, we will explore the essential factors to consider when selecting a translation provider that aligns with your organization’s
All Things Supply Chain
JULY 21, 2023
Mercedes-Benz incorporates ChatGPT in Supply Chain Mercedes-Benz plans to integrate OpenAI’s ChatGPT technology into its manufacturing processes and vehicles.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
JULY 2, 2023
In today’s episode of Women in supply chain , I’m joined by Seretha Willingham – founder, CEO, project management professional and Certified Scrum Master! Seretha’s impressive corporate career spans from financial data analysis and IT project management to strategic planning and execution. And, utilizing all of that knowledge and experience, Seretha went on to found SJW Logistics – a 3PL providing freight transportation, warehousing and e-commerce fulfilment services.
Procurement Freelancers
JULY 24, 2023
In this highly competitive business landscape, procurement freelancers must possess valuable negotiation skills. With companies… The post The Art of Negotiation: How Procurement Freelancers Can Master the Game first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.
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