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Events Risk management Supply Chain Optimization 
Spend Matters
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
As part of our theme this quarter on Procurement’s role and value in supply chain risk management, we are speaking with practitioners in the field to understand their perceptions of risk — clearly different industries perceive types of risk in different ways.
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Spend Matters
OCTOBER 31, 2024
A common thread among the conversations we’ve had recently with senior procurement practitioners tells of the extent to which attitudes towards risk have changed over the past decade. Today, just the combination of the words risk, environment and supply chain make the practitioner sit up and think differently.
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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now
Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains
Procurement Templates
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Mastering these skills not only optimizes procurement processes but also positions managers as strategic business partners. Audit Supply Chains: Identify and address environmental and social risks in the supply chain. SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g., Coupa, Ariba) Data analytics tools (e.g.,
SCMDOJO
JANUARY 29, 2025
Supply chain reports offer a comprehensive view of your entire supply chain operation. They are powerful tools for businesses to identify areas for improvement, optimize processes, and gain a competitive edge. What are Supply Chain Reports?
ivalua
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
The past few years have highlighted serious deficiencies in prevalent supply chain strategies and the major risk that disruptions pose to corporate success. years and companies can expect to lose 42% of one year’s EBITDA every decade due to supply chain disruptions. Assessing Risk across the Supply Chain.
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ivalua
JUNE 10, 2020
The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed the fact that many supply chains remain inadequately prepared for a crisis. Supply chain management and procurement sit poised on the frontlines of managing global supply risks for their brands. Understanding Supplier Risk Management.
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Skill Dynamics
JANUARY 9, 2025
Strong supply chain capabilities drive efficiency and develop competitiveness in an oversaturated market. Global disruptions such as COVID-19 have unearthed a wide range of vulnerabilities within international supply chains.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
MARCH 7, 2025
In the volatile landscape of global trade, the specter of tariff uncertainty looms larger than ever, casting a shadow of doubt and disruption over supply chains worldwide. The fluctuating trade policies and geopolitical tensions have created a volatile environment, leading to a surge in supply chain risks.
Skill Dynamics
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Supply chain and procurement have undergone a seismic change in recent years. Increased globalization, constant digital transformation, and ever-evolving consumer demands have led to a situation where traditional supply chain skills are simply no longer enough for success.
Procurement Insights
APRIL 4, 2025
Below is a ranking from highest to lowest focus on procurement and supply chain practices, as of April 4, 2025, based on their stated missions, agendas, and historical emphasis. contract negotiation, risk mitigation) gives it the strongest alignment with core procurement practices. Its emphasis on actionable strategies (e.g.,
ivalua
MAY 11, 2021
Risk management, cost reduction and digital transformation — these are the three top priorities for procurement organisations in the Middle East today, according to a global survey conducted by Ivalua’s global partner PwC. Next, organizations will adopt process intelligence to optimize procure-to-pay and accounts payable processes.
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ivalua
NOVEMBER 12, 2019
“Ivalua’s Risk Center brings actionable data and insights from across the supplier lifecycle together with complimentary external data so our customers can effectively manage supplier risk. The global supply chain is a breeding ground for hidden sustainability and CSR risks.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
In the heart of the bustling Midstate region, a once-thriving logistics supply chain company is facing a paradigm shift as it announces the closure of its second facility.
Spend Matters
JANUARY 23, 2025
This article will outline those limitations and propose that invoking competitive negotiations with machine learning solutions such as Arkestro is the optimal way to evaluate the market competitiveness of price quotes. supplier count, event size).
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SCMDOJO
MAY 2, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic, along with disruptions such as Brexit, trade wars, and geopolitical tensions, has highlighted the need for business leaders to take a closer look at their supply chains to strike a balance between resilience and efficiency. Enroll in the Full Course offered by our expert Vera Rozanova on Supply Chain Resilience!
Procurement Insights
JANUARY 3, 2025
20152020: Procurement Gains Strategic Recognition Emergence of Strategic Sourcing : CFOs began to recognize procurement’s role in driving long-term value through strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management. CIOs recognized procurements role in optimizing IT spend and driving efficiency.
SCMDOJO
MAY 2, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic, along with disruptions such as Brexit, trade wars, and geopolitical tensions, has highlighted the need for business leaders to take a closer look at their supply chains to strike a balance between resilience and efficiency. Enroll in the Full Course offered by our expert Vera Rozanova on Supply Chain Resilience!
SCMDOJO
MAY 7, 2024
Supply chains are vital to businesses, facilitating the movement of goods, services, financial flows, and information. However, they are also susceptible to disruptions and risks. Enhancing supply chain resilience as well as supply chain visibility is crucial in today’s interconnected world.
SCMDOJO
JUNE 6, 2023
For businesses to succeed, supply chain optimization is essential to succeed. Supply chain optimization can achieve this with the help of data analytics. They can understand their supply chain operations with more precision. They can understand their supply chain operations with more precision.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
The most recent Hackett Group Report highlights key priorities reshaping procurement in 2025, including technology adoption, the rise of Generative AI, and managing emerging risks. Demand Management: Work with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and identify opportunities to reduce consumption or find alternative solutions.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
MAY 1, 2024
Unlocking the full potential of supply chain management has long been a goal for businesses that seek efficiency, resilience and sustainability. In the age of digital transformation, the integration of advanced technologies like generative artificial intelligence brings a new era of innovation and optimization.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 29, 2024
Are you interested in understanding how businesses effectively manage their supply chains? Look no further – this guide is here to help you grasp the fundamentals of supply chain management (SCM) and how it can lead to success.
Spend Matters
MAY 29, 2024
Located at the Faena Forum, the two-day event featured keynotes, breakout sessions, solution demonstrations, partner/sponsor booths and more. Overview of Ivalua NOW Americas 2024 The event followed a similar structure to that of the EMEA Ivalua NOW conference. Hazziez illuminated how the healthcare industry optimizes its supply chain.
Arkestro
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Historically, the focus has been on optimizing portfolios of spend—prioritizing what to address, defer, or ignore—using well-known frameworks such as the Kraljic Matrix and the Pareto Principle. Arkestro introduces a templatized, embedded approach to sourcing events. Subscribe to news from Arkestro.
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SCMDOJO
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Make vs Buy Analysis is an essential decision-making tool in supply chain management that significantly influences profitability, flexibility, and competitiveness. Importance of Make vs Buy in Supply Chain The Make vs Buy Analysis is critical for optimizing supply chain operations.
EazyStock
JANUARY 18, 2019
Are you interested in expanding your knowledge on the latest trends and technologies within the supply chain industry? Wondering where to find the leading events in your local area? EazyStock has complied a new list of the top 2019 Supply Chain events that you can’t afford to miss. Feb 3-7, 2019.
Spend Matters
JANUARY 2, 2024
After the last few tumultuous years, procurement teams are still facing steep challenges in getting ahead of supplier and supply chain risks. Some organizations have opted to invest in new, more robust supplier and third-party risk management (TPRM) systems, while others are optimizing their existing systems.
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Jaggaer
OCTOBER 24, 2024
The Art of Supplier Collaboration: Best Practices to Build Lasting Partnerships Dynamic market changes and global events seem to create newer demands and greater pressure on procurement professionals. Ensuring that your suppliers understand your commitment to customer satisfaction will help build a more responsive and reliable supply chain.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 24, 2024
In 2024, the logistics and supply chain industry will continue its transformative journey, driven by technological advancements and growing consumer expectations. According to industry reports, over half of business leaders acknowledge the need for supply chain improvements, with 52% believing they could enhance their operations.
IBM Supply Chain Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
In today’s complex global business environment, effective supply chain management (SCM) is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. Here’s how companies are using different strategies to address supply chain management and meet their business goals.
Procurement Templates
JUNE 18, 2023
Strategic sourcing: Adopting strategic sourcing practices enables procurement to analyze the entire supply chain and identify cost drivers. By understanding the components and processes that contribute to the final product’s cost, procurement can explore opportunities to optimize and reduce expenses.
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IBM Supply Chain Blog
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
In this age of supply chain disruptions that hold the power to upend entire industries, strength and resilience across the entire value chain is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a survival tactic. They also factor in how a strong partnership could reduce supply chain risk and advance sustainability.
ivalua
MAY 7, 2020
But the connections between that event and the current Covid-19 crisis are more prominent than most realize. . But few remember the stress the 2011 event placed on global supply chains. . The interdependence of the global supply chain guaranteed the effects would extend far beyond the Japanese economy. .
Spend Matters
JANUARY 17, 2024
From planning a product, design and simulation, to optimizing a specific process across the supply chain, customer expectations for AI integration continue to evolve as new applications for supply chain automation are discovered.
Spend Matters
JULY 21, 2022
It currently offers a SxM solution that is rapidly growing to cover other processes (sourcing, contract management, order collaboration, cost optimization). By consequence, it also brought solution providers with dedicated capabilities for direct spend under the spotlight. Poland-based Procurence is one such provider.
Jaggaer
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Assessing eAuction Bids eAuctions, or online sourcing events, have been around for more than twenty years and they have proven a highly effective tool for finding the best suppliers based on total cost. Poorly managed onboarding can even put the entire payment chain at risk of vendor fraud or mistakes.
Spend Matters
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Headlined “forging paths to sustainable success,” the event attracted roughly 400 live attendees and featured Zip’s new branding and the announcement of new features. As Spend Matters analysts we attended a mini analyst summit which helped free up time for us to talk to fellow attendees during the day’s event.
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Let's Talk Supply Chain
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Today I’m joined by SDI , a digital supply chain brand whose people, processes, and technology have enabled the world’s most efficient supply chains for over 50 years. Regardless of the event or platform, attendees can anticipate insights and perspectives that are truly enriching and uniquely practical.
Jaggaer
MARCH 19, 2025
Procurement today has three overarching objectives: to maximize profitability, minimize risk, and optimize sustainability. The second has become more pronounced in recent years, notably with the Covid pandemic and supply chain disruptions. The first of these has always been with us. We want to reduce costs.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
In a rapidly changing world, the realm of supply chain management stands at the forefront of innovation and adaptability. The YouTube video titled “embrace Uncertainty: Supply Chain Superheroes & Future Innovations!” Embracing uncertainty is the mark of a true supply chain superhero.
Let's Talk Supply Chain
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
So, today in episode three, we are continuing that exploration by asking a big question: How should we approach and manage these risks, not just within the compliance landscape, but across every stage of the supply chain? Mohan is dedicated to helping clients optimize their business for continuous improvement.
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HICX
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
As an increasing number of organizations engage with vendors on a global level to fulfill their supply chains, the need for supply chain robustness has never been so critical. This has been acutely highlighted since the turn of the decade due to global events.
Spend Matters
JANUARY 8, 2024
Amid lower growth forecasts and higher interest rates, companies continue to grapple with the challenge of swiftly optimizing working capital. Resilience In light of increased geopolitical uncertainty and extreme weather events, the focus on strengthening supply chains against disruptions will remain.
Spend Matters
JULY 27, 2023
Track and manage risk Supplier onboarding can potentially introduce significant risk to a business. Understanding and having reasonable expectations for risk is crucial to running an efficient (and safe) supplier onboarding program. Many risk teams stratify risk into two categories, inherent and residual risk.
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