Finale Inventory

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

For customers, inadequate customer support leads can lead to delays, extending the time for processing and refunds. Businesses confront re-stocking, handling damaged goods, adjusting inventory inaccuracies, and navigating the risk of overselling during high-demand periods. But how do you get to why a customer initiated a return?

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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.

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Procurement Tactics

MARCH 27, 2023

Although it always relates to demand and sales projections, forecasting can also be used to determine product pricing, lead times, labor needs, and more. The integration of AI into forecasting improves accuracy, saves more money, and helps businesses react to exceptions in real-time.

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Procurement Leaders

JUNE 10, 2024

Just 1% of respondents to a poll Procurement Leaders conducted at the World Procurement Congress said they have “excellent” multi-tier visibility of the supply base. In real terms, this translates to three of those who responded to our poll claiming they had “cracked the code” of supply chain transparency. This is surprising.

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ivalua

MARCH 28, 2019

The huge growth in the use of technology has been the most visible part of that developing picture. I first saw this term used a few years ago by Philip Ideson, as a title for his website and excellent series of podcasts, and it feels like this may be an idea whose time has come.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 27, 2021

Stuff happens, and it happens all the time. Single sourcing, just in time inventory management, lean processes, outsourcing, lack of electronic connectivity, and low cost geographic sourcing have been core elements of most Supply Chains as planned and in practice. Source: www2.deloitte.com. deloitte.com. control towers).

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

ChatGPT Inflation refers to the general increase in prices of goods and services in an economy over time, resulting in a decrease in the purchasing power of money. These indices track the average price changes of a basket of goods and services over time. Supplier relationships: Building strong relationships with suppliers is crucial.

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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. Modern data collection tools are beneficial, but so are historical ones.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 22, 2024

When managing a successful business, having dependable suppliers is vital. Finding suppliers you can trust to deliver quality products on time is key for maintaining customer satisfaction and ensuring smooth operations. They also influence your cost structure, as their pricing and terms directly impact your profitability.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 20, 2023

As the risks that trigger supply disruptions, regulatory non-compliance and missed corporate objectives continue to gain visibility, an ‘eyes wide open’ attitude towards supplier risk assessment and mitigation strategies has become imperative to improve operational resilience. And so it should.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 28, 2023

This integration ensures the visibility of inventory, efficient order processing, and synchronized fulfilment across all channels. Having clear visibility into inventory is critical for omnichannel fulfilment. Limited Visibility: These supply chains have restricted visibility, with real-time information being scarce.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

It helps bring predictability to Strategic Sourcing, automates Transactional Procurement (or P2P cycle), and enables proactive Supplier Risk Management. Collaborating with the suppliers without any systems would mean wasting time searching through voicemails, printed documents, and email threads to locate the needed information.

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Spend Matters

MARCH 11, 2024

For our readers who couldn’t/didn’t attend, here are our own reflections based on the time we had ( if we missed you, apologies, but do reach out to us here to get your procurement tech solution in front of our analysts ). Supplier Master Files have changed, he said. So cleansing of SMFs is vital, even though it takes time.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 23, 2024

Supplier consolidation refers to the strategy of reducing the total number of suppliers that a company deals with and instead focusing procurement spending on a select few preferred suppliers. Having strategic partnerships allows suppliers to lower prices. Look for suppliers with the best pricing structures.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Time is really important in business. Knowing how crucial time is for keeping customers happy and influencing what they buy, it’s clear that handling lead time (which means the time it takes to get things ready) is not just needed for business, but it also gives an edge in today’s competitive and complex economy.

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Finale Inventory

APRIL 18, 2024

To set your Amazon business up for success, one of the main areas to focus on is inventory: the flow, the costs, the timing of it all. Amazon’s recent introduction of low inventory fees is a key development you need to be aware of. This key timing (the time between placing an order and receiving inventory) is crucial.

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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.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 20, 2024

Key Challenges in Managing High Volume Inventory Managing large inventories presents specific challenges that need specialized techniques and tools. The volume of products, numerous suppliers, varying lead times, and fluctuations in customer demand can make manual inventory management overwhelming and error-prone.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 30, 2022

In my experience Total Cost of Ownership ( TCO or TCOO) models typically include some combination of the following elements: Unit price (Always the first item) Takedown rate performance Payment terms Freight and Logistics terms and transfer of ownership Lead times (order, delivery, replenishment) Other Parameters (eg.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JULY 27, 2022

Let’s Talk Supply Chain gives them a platform to share what drives them and how they are igniting real progress at their organizations. The premise for the company was working with local companies across Alabama, Georgia, and Northern Florida developing tools to provide more visibility into their suppliers across their supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The Bible records Egyptian people storing the surplus of agricultural goods so that they could be used in times of famine. However, warehousing itself is usually limited to storing an inventory for a certain period of time and does not include additional services. These are supplied elsewhere in the fulfilment process.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 4, 2024

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. TPRM is a huge opportunity right now, as document-centric approaches die when they reach the scale needed to perform supplier management (i.e.,

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2024

By examining past purchases, spend analysis helps identify high spending areas, categorize suppliers, and uncover hidden costs. This data can then be used to negotiate better deals with suppliers, consolidate purchases, and streamline procurement processes.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Today, we are seeing significant digital disruption in the business of trade and supply chain financing that is largely influenced by global events and geopolitics, changing regulations, compliance and control requirements, advancements in technology and innovation, and access to capital.

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

IBP requires cross functional alignment to eliminate silos, to achieve accountability for delivering strategic, financial and operational outcomes, and to enable scenario planning that provides forward visibility into the consequences and risks of decisions (Sorensen, 2020). Automation versus Augmentation.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 13, 2024

With the help of Finale Inventory, you can streamline this process and ensure that you are setting the right wholesale prices for your products. This article discusses the importance of accurate wholesale pricing, the key factors that influence it, and how Finale Inventory can assist you in calculating your wholesale price effectively.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 31, 2023

Introduction In today’s interconnected world of business, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) stands as a pillar of success for organizations across the globe. It’s the concerted effort of strategically planning and managing all interactions with suppliers that supply any goods and/or services to an organization.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

The procurement of materials is a vital process in supply chain management, involving the timely acquisition of high-quality goods and services at the most economical prices from reliable suppliers. This process not only influences the direct cost of production but also affects the overall efficiency of the project or organization.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

The procurement of materials is a vital process in supply chain management, involving the timely acquisition of high-quality goods and services at the most economical prices from reliable suppliers. This process not only influences the direct cost of production but also affects the overall efficiency of the project or organization.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 9, 2024

According to Deloitte, the manufacturing industry was in contraction throughout most of 2023 due to challenges like increased lead times, tight labor markets, and rising costs. In fact, manufacturing procurement has never been more important, holding the power to influence IT, finance, and C-suite decision-making. Sustainable bidding.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

Improvements to existing procurement processes, procedures, and operations are as time-sensitive as ever. 6 procurement technologies to improve your business Transform analog, manual, and paper-ridden processes with end-to-end digitization and automation to improve security, visibility, and control with these six procurement technologies.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 28, 2020

This is not to say that they believe Procurement doesn’t play a role, but rather that they don’t view Procurement as playing a critical role beyond cutting costs and finding suppliers. Instead of waiting for others to realize that now is the time for Procurement professionals to make their value and contribution known.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

If you haven’t been thinking about these questions, the time to start is now. Also, 93% of global consumers say COVID-19 influenced their views on sustainability. Many are working with suppliers in strategic ways, including on issues such as emissions reduction and socioeconomic inclusion.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Is Just In Time Past Its Time? Most of the pre-pandemic Inventory Management strategies were centred around improving inventory turnover, keeping inventory levels as low as possible, and reducing the amount of cash tied up in inventory. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Get Our EBOOK HERE.

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Arkestro

JUNE 6, 2023

Ultimately, both want the same goal — ensuring business outcomes are positive, timely, and on-budget. Purchases in Time and Budget: How many purchases are on budget and on time? Procurement Cost Reduction: How are costs being reduced over time? Emergency Purchase Ratio: How many unplanned purchases are being made?

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 15, 2024

Inventory management is a key factor in operating a successful ecommerce business. Efficiently managing your inventory is important for timely order fulfillment, avoiding stockouts, and maximizing profitability. However, managing inventory can be challenging, particularly as your business expands.

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Finale Inventory

JULY 29, 2024

A well-designed storage system can also enhance workflow, improve inventory visibility, and reduce the risk of expired or damaged products. A properly organized storage system allows for easy identification and retrieval of items, reducing the time spent locating specific supplies.

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