Localizing Global Supply Chains in a Globalized World
All Things Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
Some countries around the world have created vast manufacturing empires that combined produce over a quarter of the world’s goods.
All Things Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
Some countries around the world have created vast manufacturing empires that combined produce over a quarter of the world’s goods.
ProcurePort
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
The best businesspeople manage to find additional value where others cannot. This means mining through data, staying updated on the latest technology being used within the organization for strategic sourcing, and staying on top of current market trends as well. However, taking this sentiment one step further, strategic businesspeople conduct continuous internal evaluations on their […].
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ivalua
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
For procurement and supply chain professionals, the biggest takeaway from 2020 is that no matter how hard you try, you cannot predict the future. COVID-19 disrupted supply chains on an unprecedented scale, and businesses became much more reliant on procurement teams to help mitigate the impact. . This was easier said than done for some, with a lack of digitalisation in procurement hindering teams’ ability to support the business.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
As competition for temporary workers intensifies, employers are boosting wages and perks, and promoting more opportunities for full-time jobs.
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All Things Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
In terms of conducting business regularly, 2020 has been a transformative year for numerous industries.
ProcurePort
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Communities of all shapes and sizes exist throughout society. Neighborhoods, families, organizations, towns, all of these are just a few examples of communities varying in size and function. Businesses and organizations are communities as well. In nature, these various communities that interact and function separately, but cohesively are called ecosystems.
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Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
Zyter, a digital health and IoT-enablement platform, recently announced the availability of Zyter Smart Logistics, a secure, customizable solution for logistics companies and enterprise logistics departments that leverages Zyter’s SmartSpaces platform and Internet of Things technology.
All Things Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
All Things Supply Chain has qualified as a finalist in two categories in the 2020 Supply Chain Brief MVP Awards!
EazyStock
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Stock replenishment is an important aspect of inventory management, as it ensures the right stock items are being reordered to meet customer demand. Stock (or inventory) replenishment is the process of moving items along the supply chain so they are ready to be picked and shipped, thus fulfilling orders on time. Effective stock replenishment. Any supply chain management professional will tell you that it’s an arduous balancing act to maintain optimized inventory levels through effective stock re
ivalua
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
The post How Smart Procurement Can Kick-Start Sustainability Initiatives appeared first on Ivalua.
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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 Brain
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
Meal-kit delivery services, already on a steady growth curve prior to this year, have seen sales explode with the coming of COVID-19. Now they’re scurrying to keep pace with demand — and hang on to their customers.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Get Our EBOOK HERE. Access platforms article and permission to publish here provided by Maria Dalit. In industrial construction, there are a lot of times that you need to work in areas that are not accessible, and that’s where access platforms prove very helpful, as they help you comfortably and safely work in difficult areas.
EazyStock
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
What is ERP inventory management? Many organizations have an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to collect, store, manage and interpret data from a host of different businesses processes. ERP systems typically allow companies to undertake tasks such as purchasing, production planning, service delivery and customer management – all from one single platform.
ivalua
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Stretch is Scandinavia’s fastest consulting company. We love speed! We have the curiosity and drive to constantly dare to evolve and push the boundaries. Stretch companies change with the world around us and the market, and maintain a constant focus on creating added business value for our clients. Visit Stretch’s site. The post Stretch appeared first on Ivalua.
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
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
As oil refiners face an uncertain future for fossil fuels, many are investing millions to convert refineries into renewable diesel plants — and racing to secure the materials needed to feed the plants.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What’s the Difference Between a Freight Forwarder and a Customs Broker? Get Our EBOOK HERE. Freight forwarder rates article and permission to publish here provided by Victor at excelsior.ph. Many businesses today, such as those that specialize in importing and exporting goods, seek the help of a skilled freight forwarder in order to ensure a seamless and hassle-free transportation process.
The Network Effect
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
The post Supply Chain Trends 2021 appeared first on The Network Effect.
ivalua
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Agenda. Day 1. PRACTITIONER LESSONS. DAY 2. INNOVATION DAY. DAY 3. CUSTOMERS ONLY. 2:00pm. Welcome. 2:05pm. CEO Keynote. 2:25pm. Celebrity Keynote. 3:05pm. Customer Keynote #1. 3:05pm. Inspiring Keynote. 3:25pm. Networking time in Lobby. 3:55pm. Breakout Session 3. Breakout Session 2. Breakout Session 1. 4:25pm. Networking time in Lobby. 4:35pm. Breakout Session 6.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
The chief executive officer of the world’s biggest container shipping company says trade relations between Europe and the U.S. will probably become more “collaborative” under the presidency of Joe Biden.
Situation Management Systems
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Introduction The purpose of this document is to outline Agile development and the role of Positive Power and Influence® (PPI®). The Need for Agile With so much uncertainty facing businesses today, their need to be adaptable is very high. This adaptability includes sensing market changes early, being organized to respond quickly, and then delivering better products or capabilities to the market rapidly.
Empowering CPO
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Most of the industries and countries worldwide are facing either stagnant economy or even if they are growing the growth rate is very low. In these tough times, increasing sales is a challenge, so how come some of the companies are reporting increase in profitability, earnings and valuations. The answer lies in their sourcing capabilities, their ability to ensure year on year increase in savings and their ability to increase spend under management.
ivalua
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
With Amazon Business, organizations of any size can simplify buying and drive toward their next stage of growth. Visit Amazon Business’ site. The post Amazon Business appeared first on Ivalua.
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Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Chris Forrester, chief technology officer with Shyft Network Inc., explains what’s happening with cryptocurrency exchanges, bitcoin and the security of blockchain for non-financial purposes.
Jaggaer
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
The post JAGGAER ONE 20.3 Enhances User Experience and Adds Supplier Assessment, Contract Risk Analysis and Sourcing Optimization Features appeared first on Jaggaer.
Claritum
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
Bath, UK (November 19, 2020) – Claritum, a provider of cloud-based spend management solutions, today announced that Claritum has attained accreditation to the Made in Britain organisation. “Claritum is proud to be UK owned and to develop all of our products in the UK,” said Prof. Richard Hillum, Executive Chairman at Claritum. “To get recognition of this and to be able to show this through this recognition was important to us.”.
ivalua
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
For more than 20 years we’ve been helping businesses drive a competitive advantage with their external workforce. Beeline’s history of first-to-market innovations have become today’s industry standards. Visit Beeline’s site. The post Beeline appeared first on Ivalua.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Rufus Labs, a producer of intelligent wearable warehouse technology and workforce analytics software, recently announced the launch of Proximity Alerts via its suite of warehouse wearables including The Rufus Cuff, ScanGlove, PalmScan and Rufus RingScan.
Jaggaer
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
The post Procurement Technology – A look to the Future appeared first on Jaggaer.
The Network Effect
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
The post What’s in Store for Supply Chains in 2021? appeared first on The Network Effect.
ivalua
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
The post Why Businesses Need to Digitally Transform Procurement Now More Than Ever appeared first on Ivalua.
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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.
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