All Things Supply Chain
MARCH 10, 2022
Although the topics of diversity and gender equality are important every day of the year, International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate women’s achievements and to encourage female empowerment.
Supply Chain Trend
MARCH 6, 2022
Preview – Most IBP cycles around the world are based on a 20-year-old process definition supported by 20-year-old planning concepts. This traditional IBP is not set up for a fast-changing world, where speed of decision making confers a competitive advantage. Intelligent automation will change this. In a series of short blogs, I will discuss the transition of traditional IBP towards a more intelligent IBP.
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ProcurePort
MARCH 10, 2022
Are you keen to improve your vendor supplier relationship but don’t know how? Supplier performance dashboards are the latest innovation when it comes to improving vendor monitoring and overall business performance. Tackling supply chain challenges in a digital world requires digital solutions. But before diving into the advantages of investing in dashboards, we need to […].
SCMDOJO
MARCH 6, 2022
Blanket Purchase Order Definition. A blanket purchase order is a simple way for many buying and finance directors to streamline the procurement process and enhance operational efficiency. Simply said, blanket purchase orders allow procurement managers to take advantage of preset costs while also reducing responsibilities. A blanket purchase order, also defined as a standing purchase order, is a long-term agreement between a company and a supplier to offer items or services at a certain price ove
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Procurement and supply chain leaders are presented with their fair share of challenges, with a host of tools and strategies to resolve them. That said, what’s the best path forward to leverage this year’s trends? In this recap of a recent GEP-WBR webinar, 7 Leadership Themes for Procurement & Supply Chain Leaders in 2024, GEP’s Pramod Sethumadhavan explores seven vital leadership trends that will help guide procurement and supply chain decision-makers.
All Things Supply Chain
MARCH 10, 2022
General Motors ramps up EV production in Canada General Motors Co (GM) and South Korea’s POSCO Chemical have unveiled plans to build a $400 million facility to produce battery materials…
ivalua
MARCH 10, 2022
The post Deliver Tangible Sustainability Improvements — Featuring Michelin appeared first on Ivalua.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 8, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 5 Minute Job Interview Tips for Success! Many of the most important, and in demand, jobs these days are in Supply Chain. Not only are these skills in high demand but the number of people with those extensive skills and experience is limited, making the effectiveness of the Supply Chain job interview more important than ever.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 7, 2022
The Biden administration is moving to enact stringent new emissions regulations for large trucks that have been operating for more than a decade under standards environmentalists complain are too lax.
ivalua
MARCH 11, 2022
The post ESG/Sustainability On-Demand Demonstration appeared first on Ivalua.
ProcurePort
MARCH 8, 2022
As the world continues to grapple with COVID-19, procurement professionals are looking to find ways to continue creating value. It’s clear that businesses need more resilient supply chains to continue fulfilling business procurement needs. Managers need to make most of the budgets availed to them by investing in the right people, technology, and processes.
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
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 9, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Featuring Our 12 Best Procurement Articles! Procurement operations are the backbone of every company’s supply chain. Fundamental to procurement is the acquisition of goods and services from a party that’s further up the supply chain. However, there are two different types of procurement: project-based procurement and operational procurement.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 10, 2022
If retailers, manufacturers and transportation providers can’t get paper labels, the entire supply chain could quickly reach a crisis, and even grind to a halt.
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
Let’s be honest. Most experienced Procurement Managers don’t enjoy performing administrative tasks and firefighting operational issues. And yet, poor operational efficiency in Procurement means that the typical Category Manager often spends at least a THIRD of their time performing “busy work” This is not an effective or efficient use of their time.
The Network Effect
MARCH 7, 2022
The post The Network Effect 2: Key Concepts and Value of Network Effect appeared first on The Network Effect.
Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller
As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 10, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Best Free VPNs for the Google Chrome Browser! The online universe is a vast and potentially perilous place to do business. Its countless benefits and wonders are often offset by the rampancy of today’s cybercrime rates, for the unprepared at least. Learning how to protect your network to the best of your ability can benefit your customers and your brand immensely.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 9, 2022
Alex Cohen, chief executive officer of Liberty SBF, reviews current trends in demand for warehouse and industrial space, and how owners are acquiring financing in difficult times.
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
Let’s be honest. Most experienced Procurement Managers don’t enjoy performing administrative tasks and firefighting operational issues. And yet, poor operational efficiency in Procurement means that the typical Category Manager often spends at least a THIRD of their time performing “busy work” This is not an effective or efficient use of their time.
Procurement Express
MARCH 10, 2022
Many contractual disputes between buyer and supplier arise from a lack of understanding of the contractual terms and obligations in a contract. This webinar identifies key contractual terms and discuss the mechanisms for preventing and resolving disputes. Within the business sphere, contractual disputes and disagreements are a relatively common occurrence.
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When the only certainty is uncertainty, what does that mean for today’s supply chain management approaches? This eBook delves into how supply chain orchestration can help businesses unlock agility, transparency, intelligence, and trust across their end-to-end supply chain.
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 10, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What is Deep Learning? And What Does it Mean for Supply Chain? PyCharm is one of the most popular Python Integrated Development Environments (IDE). This is due to the many distinct and advantageous features of PyCharm, like its smart code editor with code completion capabilities.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 10, 2022
Soaring U.S. energy prices are hitting all modes of transport, squeezing smaller shipping lines amid already-volatile ocean rates, as well as truckers who have to contend with delays in clawing back higher costs.
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
Not many people outside of our profession understand what is Procurement and what we do. Thus, it’s not surprising that investment into digital procurement tools has been behind tech investments into other departments over the past 20 years. So, how can deploying the latest technology in procurement management help the bottom line? Read on to understand how a medium-sized business that’s barely surviving can become a thriving organisation.
Procurement Express
MARCH 11, 2022
Building positive relationships with your suppliers can make the procurement process smooth for your business in the long run. However, maintaining a good rapport with your suppliers Requires transparency through the supply chain, open lines of communication, and trust. We know that’s easier said than done, which is why we bring you three practical tips to help you minimize potential risks with suppliers.
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Generative AI goes beyond just automating tasks and providing real-time answers. Did you know that implementing generative AI reduces sourcing cycle times and allows for faster decision-making across procurement operations? In this whitepaper — Next-Gen Procurement: Transforming Processes With the Power of Generative AI — experts reveal how the strategic application of generative AI within procurement processes is paving the way for groundbreaking improvements.
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 9, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 5 Product Packaging Mistakes That Could Cost You Customers! Whether you are running a small-scale business or are a part of a huge organization, one of the crucial things that you need to be considerate about is to make sure your products are packed in a proper and efficient manner to make a great strong impression on your customers.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 8, 2022
Companies from Amazon to Cardinal Health are optimizing their capacity to create additional revenue.
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
I see lots of congratulatory posts on social media about various procurement technology companies that have made the Spend Matters 50 To Know, 50 To Watch and ProcureTech 100 lists. This is an annual occurrence. First of all, my congratulations to all of the procurement tech companies out there that have made those lists. I don’t detract from the hard work necessary to achieve recognition in the industry.
Positive Purchasing
MARCH 10, 2022
In the second of two guest blogs on the subject, procurement gurus, Mark Perera, and Peter Smith, consider whether we are ready for procurement with purpose and what we need to do to get started. Why should we begin to consider procurement with purpose? Mark: Frankly, how our generation and the one before have run their lives, consumed goods and travelled hasn’t done the world much good.
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
Supply Chain Game Changer
MARCH 11, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How Successful Businesses Make the Most out of Trade Shows! Trade show exhibitions are an excellent opportunity to showcase a novel product, a new service, or a grand event. It can focus on specific industry or it can allow a mix of projects, inventions, and other amazing feature catalogs from different businesses.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 6, 2022
Major grocery retailers serving dense urban areas such as New York, London and Paris are under increasing pressure to get product to consumers in the shortest possible time, as little as 15 minutes, and often for free. But there are downsides to the trend.
Procurement Software
MARCH 11, 2022
Like it or not, cost avoidance is a hard sell to most CFOs. Procurement organisations are still primarily measured on cost savings. Despite the movement towards a broader value-driven view of procurement excellence and how we contribute to the wider business (people, planet, profit), the reality is that even though there is a tacit, newly found appreciation that buyers deliver more than just bottom line savings, it often isn’t reflected in their annual objectives.
Purchasing Insight
MARCH 9, 2022
PEPPOL is an extraordinary success story. From fairly humble but ambitious beginnings it is exerting a significant influence globally and points the way to the future. The post PEPPOL – A global success story appeared first on Purchasing Insight.
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
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