The Amazing Supply Chain of McDonalds
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 11, 2022
*Disclaimer – This isn’t a commercial blog post.* Back in 1940, brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald, founded McDonalds in San Bernardino, California, USA.
All Things Supply Chain
APRIL 11, 2022
*Disclaimer – This isn’t a commercial blog post.* Back in 1940, brothers Richard and Maurice McDonald, founded McDonalds in San Bernardino, California, USA.
ProcurePort
APRIL 14, 2022
• In procurement circles, a company is likely to have multiple contracts with suppliers. Most of these contracts are tens or hundreds of pages long. • Reviewing them manually is not only time-consuming but also challenging. • Manual reviews can also be expensive when a large team is required to continually assess new contracts. Contract […]. The post 4 Contract Risk Management Tools To Protect Your Organization appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.
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ivalua
APRIL 12, 2022
5 Top Tips: How to Increase Procurement Agility in Financial Services. Financial Service Institutions (FSIs) face an increasingly volatile business climate as lending profits dwindle and digital competition rises. As well-established institutions feel the ever-increasing weight of regulation on their operations, newer banks entering the marketplace are not experiencing the same constraints.
Procurement Templates
APRIL 10, 2022
While there is no single common format for supplier business reviews, it is clear that there are some proven best practices. These meetings should be part of the contract management process, and while it may seem obvious what to do, it’s important to consider what you’re trying to achieve with these reviews. These are key topics that you should be discussing at your weekly or monthly purchasing team meetings.
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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
APRIL 14, 2022
China’s vehicle sales drop as COVID-19 restrictions are put in place Car sales in China fell by over 10% last month as automakers continue to struggle with factory closures due…
ProcurePort
APRIL 13, 2022
• An organization’s procurement efforts can be split into two main categories; there are items that go directly into the final product of the company and those that do not. • The indirect procurement process flow includes activities to purchase goods and services that aren’t traceable in the final product. These items include office supplies, […].
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Procurement Templates
APRIL 10, 2022
Source: [link] gdom-market-overview. For more information about the UK from a US pespective visit: trade.gov. As of January 1, 2021, the UK finished its transition period out of the European Union single market and customs union in the split known as Brexit. However, the impact of Brexit on the economy has been rivalled by the impact of COVID on the economy; in 2020, Brexit and COVID-19 combined produced a nearly 10 percent decline in the UK’s GDP, the largest drop among OECD countries.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 15, 2022
The first question you may probably be thinking is, why do I really need to hire a Supply Chain Consulting Firm? As a business leader or senior manager in a firm that does not typically use supply chain consulting solutions, you may wonder what additional value or experience can be offered. It can be a minefield and sometimes not overly obvious how to justify whether you need to hire such a firm, this blog will address this with providing 7 reasons to hire a supply chain consulting firm.
ProcurePort
APRIL 12, 2022
• Did you know that the average business is using up to 80 IT-sanctioned Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) apps? This is a 10-fold increase since 2015. • And, according to Gartner’s 2020 I&O Leaders Survey, SaaS solutions are here to stay. Prominent data bureau Statista agrees and predicts the SaaS global market to reach $138 billion in […]. The post What is the Purpose of IT Supplier Strategy?
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 13, 2022
Taking a holistic view, executives are looking to implement technology and processes that enable resilience not only to address the current supply chain landscape, but to future-proof for the next set of challenges.
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
Procurement Templates
APRIL 9, 2022
I recently had to negotiate some terms and the clause for indirect and consequential loss popped up. As a buyer I want to ensure that all loses are remedied but from a suppliers perspective they want to limit any loss that is indirect & consequential and often want to remove this. Sometimes the clause is joint sometimes parties disagree. I had to go away and think about how I wanted to play this one.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 12, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Confessions of a High Priced Expediter! By definition, Supply Chain is responsible for the continuity of supply and inventory of goods and services. If supply lines are disrupted, or if inventory runs out, Supply Chain is on the hook to restore supply. Supply disruptions can bring a company to a grinding halt, compromising customer deliveries, revenue and profitability.
ABC of Procurement
APRIL 9, 2022
Procurement budget. The post Why is a procurement budget different? first appeared on ABC of Procurement.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 13, 2022
Technologies are coming online that can allow companies with a smaller footprint, or with workflows in tighter spaces, to reap the benefits of robotics and automation without having to write a giant check.
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
Finale Inventory
APRIL 15, 2022
Inventory control formulas in Excel can increase the efficiency and productivity of your business as you become more organized in your inventory management. As your business grows, you need to keep up with the growing demands, and Microsoft Excel can help you do that. 20 Useful Microsoft Excel Formulas for Inventory Management. Basic inventory management is easier with inventory management Excel formulas.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 14, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. How to Compare Metal Fabricators! The literal meaning of fabrication is the action or process of inventing something. In a manufacturing context, it means adding value to semi-finished parts or raw materials and making something out of them e.g. metal fabrication is the process of creating metal structures by cutting, bending, and assembling metal pieces that are used in making machines, parts, and structures.
SpendHQ
APRIL 13, 2022
Whether it is a pandemic that impacts the global population, a risk event with a devastating impact on a single industry, or competitive pressures that drive a business to the brink of bankruptcy, the extraordinary impact that strong procurement results can have on operations and the bottom line can help the enterprise forge through difficult waters, mitigating supply risk, battling against inflation, and assuring supply.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 9, 2022
Whether you manufacture food, pharmaceuticals or automobiles, the long tail of the supply chain is becoming increasingly complex, with the potential to introduce significant risk to the organization.
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The Procuretech Podcast
APRIL 12, 2022
The relationship between Procurement and Legal can often be somewhat strained. Procurement's hands are tied because they have to seek legal support. Legal typically is under-resourced to serve the growing needs of procurement teams, especially when Sales often gets priority in the internal legal support pecking order. My guest today is Giles Thompson, Chief Growth Officer of London-based contract process automation tool Avvoka.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 11, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What is a Digital Transformation? I recently had the privilege of attending a program at MIT’s Sloan School of Management about Organizational Design for Digital Transformation. My curiosity on the topic, inspired by the daily barrage of articles, emails, white papers, and webinar invitations on digital transformation, piqued my desire to get to the bottom of what it is or isn’t by way of an informed, expert source.
EazyStock
APRIL 13, 2022
What is a supply chain strategy? A supply chain strategy explains how a company will bring goods into the business and get them out to customers as effectively as possible. Considering every phase in the supply chain, such as sourcing goods, logistics and delivery, the strategy optimizes operations to reduce costs and maximize profits. Supply chain strategies have come into the spotlight as volatile demand and complicated global markets have made supply chains more complex.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 10, 2022
Final-mile delivery will not go back to pre-pandemic levels, says Khaled Naim, chief executive officer and co-founder of Onfleet. Shippers need to make adjustments.
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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.
Finale Inventory
APRIL 12, 2022
An order management system can shape the way you run your business, increasing your productivity and morale amongst your employees — and so much more. Here’s more on why you should consider making the investment and the benefits of order management systems. What Is Order Management? Order management is the process of integrating orders from multiple channels through the use of databases, data collection, processing orders and order fulfillment.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 13, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Software Penetration Testing Tools and Techniques! There are many indices to determine the general success of the software development team. Brilliant ideas, successful applications, developers’ experience and qualifications, the company’s profit, and so on. Today we’ll pay attention to the delivery cycle time and its meaning for both developers and their ordering customers.
Procurement Talk with David Byrne
APRIL 12, 2022
Listen in Apple Podcasts Listen in Spotify Listen in Google Podcasts Episode show notes “It’s not about the ‘what’, it’s about the ‘how’, and I don’t think we’re doing enough with the ‘how’ at the moment in the private sector.” As social value remains front and centre of public sector … Continued. The post Talent Talks Live March 2022 with Guy Battle, Paul Bestford, Jonathan Bearn & Kathryn Gillard – Episode 55 appeared first on Talent Drive.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 11, 2022
A Mexican truck blockade at a key Texas bridge is diverting U.S.-bound cargoes to far-flung crossings, worsening shipping snarls and raising the specter of delivery disruptions for everything from avocados to auto parts.
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,
Purchasing Insight
APRIL 12, 2022
I have evangelised cloud solutions for many years and whether it’s Ariba, Coupa or any other cloud solution, they are built from established best practice – “best practice out of the box”. The post Enterprise software – be careful what you wish for appeared first on Purchasing Insight.
Supply Chain Game Changer
APRIL 14, 2022
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Small Business Cost Cutting: A Short Guide! According to research, companies and homes are witnessing a sharp increase in utility bills. So, why are you witnessing increasing energy bills? This article is going to highlight the key reasons why your energy bills are on the rise. Introduction.
Value Match
APRIL 12, 2022
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Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 14, 2022
With the decrease in brand loyalty, customer experience (CX) has become the new frontier to conquer, as businesses are no longer competing on price or product. .
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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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