Procurement Insights

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Focus on large-scale transformations, strategic frameworks, and cutting-edge technologies like AI and supply chain resilience. Offers insights into emerging trends and supplier innovation. Downsides : Heavy focus on technology; less coverage on broader supply chain challenges.

Supply Chain Efficiency 40

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SCMDOJO

MAY 7, 2024

Supply chains are vital to businesses, facilitating the movement of goods, services, financial flows, and information. Enhancing supply chain resilience as well as supply chain visibility is crucial in today’s interconnected world. However, they are also susceptible to disruptions and risks.

Supply Chain Visibility 98

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ivalua

APRIL 9, 2021

The research, conducted by Forrester Consulting and commissioned by Ivalua, found that procurement has become of growing importance to organisations, with 85% of respondents indicating that executive leadership recognises procurement’s role in revenue growth. comments David Khuat-Duy, Corporate CEO at Ivalua. Download the full study *.

Procurement strategies 130

Procurement strategies Strategy Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement 130

ivalua

MAY 17, 2023

This year, our discussions covered Invoice Automation, Scope 3 Emissions, Contract Management, Supply Chain Collaboration, Indirect/Services Procurement, and Supplier Management–Customer of Choice. After catching up with colleagues and acquainting ourselves with some new faces, we dove into solution breakout sessions.

Supply chain resilience 130

Supply chain resilience Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 130

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2021

The research, conducted by Forrester Consulting and commissioned by Ivalua, found that procurement has become of growing importance to organizations, with 85% of respondents indicating that executive leadership recognizes procurement’s role in revenue growth. comments David Khuat-Duy, Corporate CEO at Ivalua. Download the full study*.

Procurement strategies 130

Procurement strategies Strategy Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement 130

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 27, 2021

Just saying you want to have a resilient Supply Chain doesn’t accomplish anything. You need the vision, the leadership, the strategy, and the resources to implement this capability. According to mixmov.io , “Supply chain resilience is a supply chain’s ability to be prepared for unexpected risk events.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 119

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain Strategy Real-time Visibility 119

SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2024

Inventory Management: Learn best practices for optimizing inventory levels to minimize costs, improve efficiency, and ensure product availability with this supply chain training track. Supply Chain Resilience: Learn how to design and manage a supply chain that can withstand disruptions and adapt to changing circumstances.

Supply Chain Optimization 105

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Real-time Visibility 105

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

It can open doors to career advancement and leadership roles. Targeted Learning: SCMDOJO offers a range of courses and learning paths focusing on specific procurement areas, such as e-auctions, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and supply chain resilience.

Procurement 59

Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 59

Procurement Heads

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

We spend about a billion pounds each year through our supply chain of approximately 500 suppliers. Procurement and supplier management are carried out by separate teams under my leadership. This is something that I am very passionate about and central to my leadership approach.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Suppliers Supply chain Risk 130

SCMDOJO

JUNE 28, 2024

Challenges Faced by Women in Supply Chain Lack of Representation: Despite the progress made in promoting gender diversity, women in the supply chain still encounter various challenges in their career journeys. Strategic supplier-partner relationships/partnerships are essential. The importance of clean data?

Supply Chain Optimization 93

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain 93

Jaggaer

JUNE 28, 2024

The reason being quite simply that there is so much else going on in our organizations and in the world at large that’s grabbing our attention: supply chain disruptions, supplier value management, risk factors, finding the right balance between savings and lead times and, last but not least, sustainability, in particular reducing carbon footprint.

Leadership 52

Leadership Agile and Lean Supply Chain Raw materials Influencing 52

ivalua

APRIL 5, 2023

Our speakers covered: Scope 3 emissions, Invoicing, Supply Chain Resilience, Contract Management, Supplier Management, and the Procure-to-Pay Roadmap. Eloise graduated from Providence College with a dual degree in Finance and Political Science.

Innovation 130

Innovation Collaboration Supply chain resilience Networking 130

IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

These healthcare industry supply chain issues are equally urgent, and each require immediate attention. The good news is, it’s possible to alleviate these perilous pain points by building healthcare supply chain resilience. Doing so streamlines purchasing power and optimizes inventory management.

Supply Chain Efficiency 77

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization Real-time Visibility 77

Spend Matters

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This system also fosters seamless collaboration with suppliers within our extensive network. The Onventis network serves as a secure and efficient conduit, connecting the intricate business processes of both buyers and suppliers across the globe. “As Supply chain resilience is becoming increasingly critical.

Procurement solutions 111

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JANUARY 20, 2023

This requires expertise across both people and process aspects, and the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers. Procurement Leadership Agenda and Narratives (PLAN) 2023 aimed to help organizations realize a continuously improving procurement function by exploring the latest trends and challenges in the sector.

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supply chain software solutions Procurement Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Procurement Tactics

JANUARY 13, 2023

Ultimate Supplier Plotting Checklist 2023. The Gartner Supply Chain Symposium Xpo 2022 which was conducted in June of 2022 in Orlando, Florida, provided its attendees with new insights, strategies, and a framework to make bold moves and drive real impact in procurement. . Supply chain operations. Retail and CPG.

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Procurement Chief Procurement Officer Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain 159

Una

JUNE 5, 2024

Building resilient supply chains So, what defines a resilient supply chain? It’s not just about having a backup supplier or two – it’s about building an entire ecosystem that can flex and pivot as needed. Take the recent global chip shortage , for example. The lesson?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Furthermore, the conversation explores the ‍importance of leadership in navigating uncertainties and highlights cutting-edge developments like the new conveyor belt road ‍in Japan. Join us as we dissect the key takeaways from this engaging discussion and uncover the latest trends shaping the future of supply chain management.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Innovation Supply Chain Optimization 52

SCMDOJO

JULY 7, 2023

Late changes to the design of the vehicles, such as the headlights, caused disruptions in the supplier base and necessitated costly tooling changes. These supply chain issues not only delayed production further but also strained relationships with suppliers.

Supply Chain Efficiency 105

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 105

Barkers Procurement

MAY 22, 2024

Innovation: Organisations engaging in ESG will work with innovative suppliers, and those that actively select suppliers with ESG principles will strengthen their tender position for key contracts. Our comprehensive, collaborative process links the UN Sustainability Goals to the activities within your supply chain.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JANUARY 20, 2023

This requires expertise across both people and process aspects, and the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers. Procurement Leadership Agenda and Narratives (PLAN) 2023 aimed to help organizations realize a continuously improving procurement function by exploring the latest trends and challenges in the sector.

supply chain software solutions 40

supply chain software solutions Procurement Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency 40

Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 18, 2021

Lack of support from senior leadership, and failure to secure budget is no winning formula for procurement excellence. Leadership. Leadership is vital within any team. This means piloting new technology, expanding spending on R&D, driving supplier-led innovation projects, and more! Source: Procurement Leader 2017.

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Arkestro

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

A New Paradigm in Procurement In 2023, an overwhelming 95% of manufacturers plan to ask their suppliers for cost reductions. In this evolving climate, procurement and finance are coming together to re-think the procurement function as a strategic player driving value, especially when it comes to supplier relationship management.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Innovation Procurement team 52

World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

Procurement refers to the business processes involved in acquiring goods, services, and work from external suppliers. It involves identifying needs, sourcing potential vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, negotiating contracts, selecting suppliers, managing relationships, and meeting obligations.

Strategic sourcing 52

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2023

Zycus recently conducted a virtual event for CPOs, Procurement Leadership Agenda and Narratives (PLAN 2023), where we invited industry experts and procurement thought leaders across the Europe to discuss the upcoming technology trends and procurement strategies for 2023.

Procurement strategies 52

Procurement strategies Strategy Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement 52

World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

Core Phases of Supply Chain Management Supply chain management involves five core phases that are coordinated to enable the flow of products, information, and finances between a company and its suppliers, manufacturers, logistics providers, retailers, and customers.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

By analyzing and understanding how an organization spends its resources, businesses can identify cost-saving opportunities, enhance supplier relationships, and drive overall efficiency. Supplier Collaboration: Fostering closer collaboration and communication with suppliers through digital platforms and portals.

Real-time Visibility 40

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

80% of manufacturers report MRO asset management in their facilities needs improvement 60% of construction companies admit their industry is behind when it comes to adopting digital technology 5 ways the industrial sector can improve its supply chain resiliency 1. Purpose matters to consumers and drives profitability.

Supply chain resilience 67

Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 67

Barkers Procurement

JANUARY 7, 2025

Then, activities within the supply chain should be compared against the goals set out by bodies that support the Paris Agreement, such as the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Next, evaluate supply chain resilience. To do this, assist them in setting goals.

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