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Supply Chain Analytics: Benefits, Challenges & Architecture

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If you’re in the business world, you’re probably always looking for ways to streamline your supply chain operations. Luckily, supply chain analytics is here to help! But like any new technology, there are hurdles to overcome when implementing supply chain analytics.

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Here’s a comprehensive list of the top 100 skills that a Procurement Manager should master

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Coupa, Ariba) Data analytics tools (e.g., Coupa, Ariba) Data analytics tools (e.g., Coupa, Ariba) Data analytics tools (e.g., Resources: Online courses on strategic sourcing (e.g., Free online tutorials on data visualization and analytics. SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g., Coursera, LinkedIn Learning).

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How MTSS Platforms Can Prepare the Next Generation of Supply Chain Professionals

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These platforms enable learners to engage in collaborative projects that mimic real-world supply chain challenges. For instance, students might be tasked with developing a logistics plan that involves coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of goods.

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Top 10 Supply Chain YouTube Channels to Subscribe

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The highly revered “Supply Chain Secrets” is hosted by Rob O’Byrne, who has been in the Supply Chain and Logistics industry since he was 15. This supply chain YouTube channel covers Supply Chain and Logistics topics with a passion running over 40+ years of industry experience. .

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Cost Performance Index (CPI): What is it and How to Calculate it?

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While CPI is normally used within project management and earned value analysis, it has significant application and importance within supply chain contexts, particularly in procurement, logistics and warehousing. indicates cost inefficiency, signaling a need for supplier negotiations or alternative sourcing strategies.

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Building Stronger Relationships: Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration

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Collaboration across Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and beyond requires visibility and communication regarding capacity, cost, risk, order quantities, inventory levels, quality , timelines, logistics, and more. Analytics also help you better evaluate potential suppliers, pinpoint cost-saving opportunities, and strengthen future sourcing strategies.

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Can Coupa (and its procurement suite peers) manage supply as well as spend?

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Categories: Solution Providers , Spend Management , Supply Management , Technology Tags: Coupa Inspire , EU , supply We are witnessing a pivotal change in the market for some of the big source-to-pay (S2P) suite players (like Coupa, SAP and their peers) as they move toward a broader platform and ecosystem approach.