Procurement Templates

AUGUST 28, 2024

17 Preliminary market engagement notices (1) If a contracting authority carries out preliminary market engagement, the authority must— (a) publish a preliminary market engagement notice before publishing a tender notice, or (b) provide reasons for not doing so in the tender notice. (2) A “preliminary market engagement notice” means a notice setting out— (a) that the contracting authority intends to conduct, or has conducted, preliminary market engagement, and (b) any other information specified

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Procurement Leaders

AUGUST 28, 2024

Many of us take access to fresh water for granted. It’s on tap. It’s recyclable. Readily available supplies mean it’s not something we have to worry about. Yet, as CDP’s Miriam Denis Le Seve and Sonya Bhonsle told Procurement Leaders members during a recent Risk and Sustainability Cohort Call, four billion people experience severe water scarcity for at least one month each year.

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Art of Procurement

AUGUST 29, 2024

I’ve had a number of conversations recently about my content, not the content itself, but the process I go through. The post The (Lost) Art of Accepting Criticism appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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All Things Supply Chain

AUGUST 26, 2024

As a supply chain manager, you understand the importance of reliability.

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Procurement Templates

AUGUST 28, 2024

The global supply chain in 2024 faces a myriad of challenges that continue to disrupt procurement processes across industries. The interplay of economic, geopolitical, environmental, and technological factors has created a volatile environment, compelling organizations to rethink their procurement strategies. In this post, we will explore the major procurement supply chain shocks in 2024, their causes, and the potential responses organizations are adopting to mitigate their impact.

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Procurement Leaders

AUGUST 30, 2024

In partnership with Emitwise: Businesses must elevate their capabilities – and those of their suppliers – to calculate supply chain emissions accurately

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Spend Matters

AUGUST 26, 2024

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis provides an overview of IntelAgree and its contract lifecycle management (CLM) solution. The provider offers end-to-end CLM capabilities and increasingly arises in conversations with practitioners at mid-market firms or large enterprises that are considering a CLM solution. IntelAgree focuses on using AI (including generative AI) to address contract management pain points.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 28, 2024

The evolution of warehousing has been a fascinating journey, mirroring the broader transformation of supply chains. Warehousing has undergone a dramatic transformation, evolving from a simple storage function to a critical strategic asset within the modern supply chain. From simple storage facilities to strategic hubs of efficiency and innovation, warehouses have played a pivotal role in shaping the modern business landscape.

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Procurement Freelancers

AUGUST 26, 2024

The success of an organisation depends on its ability to implement effective procurement procedures in… The post Top Reasons to Choose GEP Solutions for Procurement Needs first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 27, 2024

Communities in three states are among those impacted by the initiative, which the company says will boost driver efficiency.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 28, 2024

As manufacturers strive to maintain high standards of quality and service, the intricacies of handling repairs can become a bottleneck, leading to delays, increased costs and customer dissatisfaction.

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Spend Matters

AUGUST 28, 2024

Where exactly does intake end, and where does orchestration begin? Our analyst differentiates the two processes and draws a line between the comparisons. This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read. The post Drawing the line between intake and orchestration appeared first on Spend Matters.

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The Good Spending

AUGUST 28, 2024

Job offer quiz on LinkedIn I came across this question on LinkedIn. " You have 2 job offers on the table: A) £50k per year with a £12k bonus, work from home, but you live in Hull where the cost of living is low. You get a 10% employer pension contribution. B) In London, a dream job of £95k a year with only a 5% pension contribution. The cost of living is high, and you need to spend four days a week in the office.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 29, 2024

The announcement could lead to blowback from suppliers, financial woes, and ultimately hamper supply chain resilience, writes Rich Weissman.

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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

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 25, 2024

A new Canadian law aims to stop businesses from making false or empty statements about their supposed commitment to environmental responsibility — the practice known as greenwashing.

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Procurement Insights

AUGUST 30, 2024

In doing research for a client who will be giving a lecture in September, one point they will focus on is the power of your reputation. Putting together the discussion points and corresponding content they will cover, I suggested that it would be a neat exercise for everyone in the audience to ask ChatGPT: How respected is (enter your name) in the industry?

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 30, 2024

In the construction industry, effective inventory forecasting and demand planning strategies are vital for businesses to succeed in a competitive market. These strategies have become increasingly important for construction companies to maintain efficiency and keep projects on track. This article discusses the key components and benefits of inventory forecasting and demand planning in the construction industry, as well as the challenges and opportunities that arise from implementing these process

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 26, 2024

The Fed chair did not indicate the size of a coming interest rate reduction, keeping alive a debate on how far policymakers will cut borrowing costs.

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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.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 29, 2024

The M/V Dali crashed in the Key Bridge on March 26, killing six maintenance workers and sending the bridge into Baltimore's main shipping channel in pieces.

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Fraxion

AUGUST 30, 2024

What’s new in Fraxion: Accrual report We’re excited to introduce the latest enhancement to our embedded spend analytics tool, Insights : a new accrual report. This detailed report significantly improves Fraxion’s accrual reporting capabilities, providing essential insights for financial planning and ensuring accurate accruals against the correct cost allocation structures.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 30, 2024

In the fast-paced ecommerce landscape, effective inventory management is key to success. Manual inventory processes cannot meet the demands of modern business. Automated inventory systems provide a solution by managing and controlling inventory with minimal manual intervention. This guide covers the fundamentals of automated inventory systems, their evolution, functionality, and the advantages they offer.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 26, 2024

Choosing a preferred carrier for LTL and truckload volume is now an option through Send to Amazon.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 27, 2024

Around 45% of cargo thefts were in California, while 36% of that share took place in what Overhaul calls the "Southern California Red Zone.

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Procurement Insights

AUGUST 30, 2024

The following is a comment from a Procurement Director regarding yesterday’s post – Why Procurement Associations Are At Risk In 2025. My reply follows. Sanitizing Truth? Stephane Morel – Procurement Director | People & Projects | Strategy & Transformation | Processes & Digitization | Capability Development | Category & Supplier Mgmt. | Business Partnering | Change Mgmt.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 30, 2024

Managing inventory is a key aspect of running a successful ecommerce business. Without effective inventory management , you risk overselling, stockouts, and dissatisfied customers. That’s where Finale Inventory comes in. This guide highlights the importance of inventory management in ecommerce and how Finale Inventory can help streamline your operations.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 24, 2024

While all parties pledged to comply, the Teamsters vowed to challenge the order in court.

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Financial institutions must navigate a complex web of policies, procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and manage risk. When Hellenic Bank, a leading retail lender in Cyprus, set out to transform its procurement operations, it needed more than just software deployment. It required a partner that would help embed its intricate buying processes — with all its validations, risk assessments and tiered approvals — into a unified system.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 26, 2024

How can supply chain leaders implement artificial intelligence effectively, ensuring that their investments yield returns while empowering frontline workers?

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CPO Rising

AUGUST 30, 2024

When business historians reflect on the first quarter-century of the new millennium, the broad-based transformation that occurred within the average enterprise’s procurement department will be on the list of top… The post Biggest Achievements for Procurement Over the Last 25 Years appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 30, 2024

Organizing your inventory is vital for the success of your ecommerce business. Effective inventory management leads to increased profitability and customer satisfaction. With the right tools and strategies, you can streamline your inventory processes and maximize your business potential. This article highlights the significance of inventory organization and how Finale Inventory can transform your ecommerce operations.

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Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 29, 2024

One of the initiatives aims at doubling container volumes over the next five to seven years in an attempt to keep Terminal 6 operational.

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