Procurement Templates

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Mastering these skills not only optimizes procurement processes but also positions managers as strategic business partners. Stay Updated on Regulations: Regularly review trade agreements, import/export rules, and labor laws. SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g., Coupa, Ariba) Data analytics tools (e.g., Coursera, Udemy).

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions 130

Spend Matters

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Tariff management is a strategic subset of direct materials management and sourcing that involves navigating and optimizing the complex costs and regulatory implications of importing materials and goods across borders. Tariffs essentially taxes imposed on imports and exports directly impact product cost structures.

Supply Chain Optimization 110

Supply Chain Optimization Management Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency 110

Spend Matters

MARCH 11, 2025

While the imposition of import/export tariffs on goods is nothing new, the recent spate of quid pro quo mandates is increasing complexity and uncertainty for organizations trying to navigate their impact on supply chains. This consolidation aimed to make supply chains more resilient.

Supply Chain Optimization 79

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions 79

SCMDOJO

MARCH 19, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, having an efficient supply chain department is more important than ever. A streamlined supply chain can make a significant impact on the overall success of a business, improving operational efficiency, increasing customer satisfaction, and driving revenue growth.

Supply Chain Optimization 98

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Jaggaer

APRIL 14, 2020

This is perhaps an extreme example, but it highlights how COVID-19 is causing severe disruptions to supply chains. The broader issue is that border controls and travel bans limit the ability of supply managers to identify and qualify new suppliers. Coronavirus will lead to permanent changes in global supply chains.”.

supply chain budgeting 52

supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 52

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 28, 2018

In these wars, it's not only large multinational corporations but smaller businesses with supply chains extending into China and other countries that could incur increased tariffs, losses due to pre-contracted prices and investments overseas. These investments are now at risk. A Newly Vulnerable Supply Chain.

Export 40

Export Supply Chain Optimization Raw materials Supply chain 40

Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Procurement teams are often confronted with issues such as maintaining cost control and visibility over spending, managing relationships with a diverse range of suppliers, staying compliant with a myriad of regulations, mitigating risks in the supply chain, and leveraging new technologies effectively.

Procurement 40

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Optimization 40