IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

In the healthcare supply chain, there are three main challenges pharmacies, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and patients are facing: shortages and delays; lack of convenient and cost-effective fulfillment options; and rising counterfeiting and regulatory changes, along with a persistent need for better drug cold chain management.

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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.

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EazyStock

MARCH 17, 2021

As globalization extends supply chains around the world, the likelihood of negative impacts stemming from supply chain disruption increases. Supply chain disruptions are an inevitability for any supply chain, though the severity of the impacts can vary. Types of Supply Chain Disruptions.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 6, 2023

The supply chain world has been rocked repeatedly over the past few years due to global issues such as the Covid-19 pandemic, shipping container shortages, catastrophic weather events, and socioeconomic issues – many outside our control. You can read more about demand forecasting techniques in our article.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 6, 2023

The supply chain world has been rocked repeatedly over the past few years due to global issues such as the Covid-19 pandemic, shipping container shortages, catastrophic weather events, and socioeconomic issues – many outside our control. Supply chain issues. Increased supply chain visibility.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

What is Supply Chain Management (SCM) Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the management of the flow of goods, services, information and finances as they move from raw materials to final product, from manufacturer to consumer. The ultimate goal of SCM is to reduce costs while satisfying customer demands.

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The Good Spending

JUNE 15, 2022

Instead of looking at the act of buying as a spontaneous event, researchers viewed it as a series of patterns explained by the nature of actors, demands, and relationships. It presents industrial buying not as a single event but as an organizational decision-making process where multiple individuals decide on a purchase.

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Skill Dynamics

MAY 15, 2023

Lack of core technical skills is stifling procurement and supply chain teams in the race to Industry 4.0 Over two-thirds (69%) of supply chain and procurement leaders recognize technical skills as a crucial requirement, closely followed by strategic thinking (67%).

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The Procuretech Podcast

JUNE 11, 2024

Highlighting 25 innovative US-based procurement startups, the episode provides valuable insights into emerging players who don't necessarily have the marketing presence and events budget of larger companies. Tune in to discover how these startups are shaping the future of digital procurement.

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FourKites

DECEMBER 11, 2020

We’ll list some examples of inventory risks below, but generally speaking, inventory risk cost can be assessed as the probability of any event occurring which can damage or cause you to lose your investment in that inventory, coupled with the total value of potential lost goods. Examples of inventory carrying costs.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 12, 2023

As the only parcel TMS provider enabling end-to-end supply chain visibility, from shipping analytics and automation to customer delivery experience management, organizations are optimizing their shipping operations with Enveyo’s cloud-based suite of solutions. Enveyo is transforming the way technology drives logistics.

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TYA Suite

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

By implementing robust procurement risk management strategies, organizations can minimize disruptions, secure favorable terms, and maintain supply chain stability. These risks can disrupt supply chains, increase costs, and limit access to essential materials or services.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

The pandemic disrupted many supply chains,” Bartolini said. “In Our supply chains became resilient. In the immediate aftermath of the global pandemic, there’s been a shift to prioritizing cash management and improving supply chain visibility,” he said. “We There are many in the U.S.

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