Spend Matters

JANUARY 23, 2025

For most companies, pricing is influenced by market dynamics like supply, demand, competition, and customer willingness to pay, which should-cost models often overlook. However, few companies can replicate this approach due to limited resources and market power. The actual price is only clear when set in a competitive market context.

Price 96

Price Negotiation supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Optimization 96

Shapiro Negotiations Institute

MARCH 8, 2024

It all starts with taking influencing and negotiating skills for women to new heights and putting in the time and effort to use them to break down barriers, challenge norms, and pave new paths. The Power of Negotiation and Influence The path forward for women in the corporate world is still an uphill climb.

Influencing 59

Influencing Negotiation Strategy Leadership 59

Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Whether youre uncertain about how tariffs may inflate costs, how labor shortages could impact operations, or how tax reforms may influence network design, this webinar will show you how to respond with agility and foresight.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 96

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Strategy Supply chain Influencing 96

Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 5, 2025

In the ever-evolving landscape of international trade, the borders of Mexico have become a battleground of commerce, influenced by the waves of tariff wars that sweep across the global economy. Flexibility ‍in sourcing, warehousing, and distribution networks is essential for resilience‍ against tariff uncertainties.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain Strategic planning 52

Procurement Heads

MARCH 27, 2023

And of course, we’re all thinking about a general election that’s likely to happen in the next few years, which could influence procurement legislation being introduced following Brexit. Sustainability is one of those, and supply chains can influence carbon emissions in a huge way.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Agile and Lean Supply Chain Influencing Contract 246

SCMR (Supply Chain Management Review)

OCTOBER 9, 2023

As the supply chain has become more global and more complicated, the influence of geopolitical events is creating more urgency for businesses to secure their networks.

Supply chain management 95

Supply chain management Supply chain management Supply chain Influencing 95

Spend Matters

AUGUST 19, 2024

The company goes beyond traditional costing approaches through a network/marketplace where suppliers maintain rich information on their cost structures (SG&A, machine rates, etc.)

Category management 113

Category management Buyers Influencing Sourcing 113

Procurement Leaders

AUGUST 15, 2022

Neither is there any doubt that the role and influence of business leaders will continue to grow over the coming decade as we grapple with the types of challenges listed above. So, where’s your designer and how much time are you spending on the design of value-generating supply networks? Trust is key – and trust has deserted us.

Influencing 130

Influencing Networking Demand Procurement 130

Procurement Heads

MARCH 15, 2023

I realised that I enjoyed using my influencing and negotiation skills to deliver value to stakeholders and made the decision to move into the sales and contracting function.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 246

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Sustainability Contract Leadership 246

ivalua

JUNE 14, 2023

It is important to support this workstream through a team of key individuals: Sponsor: A high-level executive who champions the procurement application implementation, the sponsor provides critical support, resources, and influence.

Procurement 239

Procurement Change management supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 239

Procurement Templates

APRIL 15, 2024

Imagine starting a new procurement role where you have a real chance of making changes and influencing the procurement direction. Networking: Attend industry events and join procurement networks to stay updated on best practices and industry trends. If this 100 day plan was broken down into 10 stages , what might you want to do?

Procurement team 130

Procurement team Contract management Innovation Contract 130

SCMDOJO

MAY 20, 2024

This article reviews how traditional internet technologies have influenced today’s supply chain solutions. Modern influences on supply chains today include more product visibility, better customer understanding, and fast shipment speeds.

Supply Chain Efficiency 95

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply chain management Supply chain management 95

Procurement Leaders

MAY 20, 2024

An incredible three days of inspiration, collaboration and networking saw the World Procurement Congress 2024 bring together more than 1,000 procurement rockstars in London, culminating in the glamour of the World Procurement Awards. And that’s a wrap! What an experience, what an inspiration, what a community!

Procurement 130

Procurement Sustainability Influencing Strategy 130

Positive Purchasing

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

I have already mentioned examining product design right up to your overall strategy, but you will also need to look all the way down the supply value chain network (SVCN). Get buy-in everywhere – get key stakeholders and influencers on board early and nurture them with information and good news stories.

Sustainability 111

Sustainability Category management supply chain budgeting Influencing 111

SCMDOJO

AUGUST 21, 2023

In our digital age, where viral trends dominate, TikTok’s influence now extends to supply chain management. As TikTok and influencers gain prominence, they’re reshaping consumer behavior and marketing. Discover the Top 10 TikTokers reshaping how you view supply chains.

Supply Chain Optimization 98

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 98

Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

For Procurement Heads ‘ latest CPO Spotlight, Sebastien spoke with Rupert Gaster about his career, how CPOs can influence an organisation’s sustainability agenda and what key achievements he’s most proud of. You play this pivotal role, and you have a lot of influence, but you don’t have a lot of power.

Influencing 130

Influencing Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Procurement Insights

MAY 26, 2024

Thai Union exercised an outsized influence on the Company’s shrimp purchasing,” Red Lobster alleged in its bankruptcy filing. Kenny’s decision came “in apparent coordination with Thai Union and under the guise of a ‘quality review,’” Red Lobster said.

Supply Chain Efficiency 89

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Supply chain Networking 89

Supply Chain Brain

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The legendary “Amazon effect” has undoubtedly had the most significant influence on logistics activities in the last decade.

Networking 52

Networking Influencing Logistics 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Bitcoin is claimed as a powerful currency that is good in influencing the mind of the people and controlling their ability to operate in the Crypto market. Bitcoin passes the revenue through networks, and the below points are some applied modes through which people invest and become very smart in a volatile market.

Supply Chain Efficiency 91

Supply Chain Efficiency Influencing Supply chain Networking 91

ivalua

JUNE 28, 2022

By connecting with C2FO’s network, the partnership will enable Ivalua customers to more intelligently control and manage cash flows, driving growth and better supporting their suppliers. About C2FO. C2FO is the world’s largest platform for working capital. We serve over 1 million businesses representing $10.5

Spend management 130

Spend management Suppliers Influencing Sourcing 130

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Partnering collaboratively with full visibility and a fee-free network, you can systematically and strategically improve cost reduction, quality, on-time delivery, and technology. Accessing a full-service supplier network : Success and competitiveness hinge on the effectiveness and robustness of an organization’s supplier network , which is pivotal (..)

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Supply Chain Efficiency Suppliers Real-time Visibility 52

Procurement Heads

JUNE 14, 2023

The opportunity of the Group Commercial & Procurement Director came up because Network Rail was looking for someone to do a full transformation on the procurement function and change it from a transactional organisation into a much more strategic business partnering function.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Networking Supply Chain Efficiency Innovation 130

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Regardless, one of the functions that plays a preeminent role in terms of influencing time to market is Supply Chain. In still other cases it will influence offshoring vs onshoring sourcing decisions. Once an order is taken online your distribution network must be able to fulfill that order instantly. All Rights Reserved.

Supply Chain Efficiency 114

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply Order Fulfillment 114

Procurement Heads

APRIL 28, 2023

Reports that we will likely avoid a recession this year will have no doubt influenced this, as will the Chancellor’s Budget which was broadly welcomed, albeit with some actions missing from the plans outlined.

Budget 130

Budget Data Influencing Contract 130

Procurement Heads

APRIL 28, 2023

Reports that we will likely avoid a recession this year will have no doubt influenced this, as will the Chancellor’s Budget which was broadly welcomed, albeit with some actions missing from the plans outlined.

Budget 130

Budget Data Influencing Contract 130

IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

This week, as thousands of network operators, technology vendors, and mobile device providers from all over the world converge on Barcelona for Mobile World Congress , it’s the perfect time to discuss how IBM® is shaping the future of network operations and telecommunications.

e2e 92

e2e Real-time Visibility Networking Data 92

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

A Review of Dogecoin Price Influences! Blockchain is a technology used mostly in cryptocurrencies that allows the platform to record and verify each transaction conducted across the network and create an online ledger of the transactions. This was created to help the public share their internet connectivity and network bandwidth.

Networking 92

Networking Supply Chain Efficiency Price Supply chain 92

Spend Matters

JUNE 20, 2023

However, as procurement has been increasing its influence and credibility across many departments and risk management initiatives, the scope of its role in cyber security within the extended supplier network is growing. And so it should.

Risk 98

Risk supply chain software solutions Risk management Real-time Visibility 98

Procurement Heads

JANUARY 4, 2023

Visit suppliers’ premises, listen and speak at events, and network with other professionals. Join networks. I’ve enjoyed being welcomed into the Purchase to Pay community and am honoured to be an Accounts Payable Association Top 100 UK Influencer. I think all of those different interests build a really rounded career.

Supply Chain Efficiency 246

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Sustainability Suppliers 246

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 11, 2021

The threat influence to the above areas necessitates a collaborative effort to solve. According to Sangfor Technologies , a network security solutions company, “response and recovery” should not be exclusive to internal technological installations. Technology. Create A Comprehensive Supply Chain Security Plan.

Supply Chain Efficiency 98

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Supply chain Supply 98

Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

This article will assist clarify how or why the system operates and how it is most likely to influence the development of a bank or a nation’s monetary system, for people who are still unfamiliar with the idea. Other parties involved may then access this block through a private network on the web. Last words.

Supply Chain Efficiency 93

Supply Chain Efficiency Influencing Supply chain Networking 93

Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 16, 2024

These new influencers and seasoned leaders continue finding novel approaches to respond effectively to the latest logistics and Ops challenges with greater performance outcomes. I am now a content creator, mentor, advisor, and influencer for all things global supply chain transformation. Find your tribe and lift each other up.

supply chain budgeting 96

supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain Logistics 96

ivalua

MAY 30, 2022

Supply chains are particularly affected by these changes, as well as other external influences that threaten to disrupt their daily operations, such as: extreme weather conditions, supply shortages, global health issues, and economic crises. Leveraging Technology to Transform The Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 130

IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 10, 2024

Underpinning most artificial intelligence (AI) deep learning is a subset of machine learning that uses multi-layered neural networks to simulate the complex decision-making power of the human brain. FPGAs vs. GPUs The choice of hardware significantly influences the efficiency, speed and scalability of deep learning applications.

Networking 101

Networking Demand Data Influencing 101

ivalua

OCTOBER 29, 2019

This may include posters with project progress, presentations, and the mobilization of internal influencers. If they are squarely on board and willing to advocate, in my experience, they will have a positive influence on outcomes. Change Management. First and foremost, be very clear on what the implementation vision is.

Eprocurement 100

Eprocurement Risk Influencing Change management 100

The Procuretech Podcast

MAY 27, 2020

Marketing & Promotional Spend – Sarah Scudder from Real Sourcing Network 2:47 Sarah explains how buying marketing services is different to many other categories, and how bringing procurement in to manage their vendors can often be contentious.

Networking 40

Networking Sourcing Budget Influencing 40

The Network Effect

OCTOBER 31, 2014

Visibility to the potential value locked in the current environment is a key driver in a supply network transformation and is being provided by advanced cloud based network platforms. The post Use these management strategies to build a great supply chain… appeared first on The Network Effect.

Supply Chain Optimization 80

Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 80