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The Art of Compromise as a Negotiation Strategy in Supply Chain

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Introduction Negotiation is at the heart of supply chain management. Richard Todd , a negotiation expert describes a successful negotiation as one that requires understanding not just what is needed from a supplier but also what the supplier needs from us.

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Leveraging supply chain disruptions to accelerate digital transformation

Spend Matters

. “Never waste a good crisis” is a phrase worth pondering in the realm of digital transformation for supply chains. Historically, major companies neglected supply chain transformation and digital investments until global disruptions, such as the Covid pandemic, forced a change. 22, at 10:00 AM PST.

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Strategic Procurement — Everything You Should Know

Procurement Tactics

Category Management Category management sorts your spending into areas with the same supplier markets. Supplier Management Supplier management involves the handling of relationships between suppliers and the company. It can also help you with contract management and compliance processes.

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What is Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and How to Calculate it?

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This is where Purchase Price Variance (PPV) plays a crucial role and as per Emiliani, (2010), helps strategy makers evaluate spending and create well-structured cost-saving strategies. 1) Controlling Costs Purchase Price Variance (PPV) helps track spending and ensures that estimated costs align with planned costs.

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GenAI and the Skills Gap in Procurement

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I recently hosted a panel discussion with Elizabeth Zucker, Senior Director, Procurement Advisory North America at The Hackett Group, and Martin Adamek, Senior Manager, Procurement at TE Connectivity. efficiency gap. This includes skills in data science and AI management. productivity gap in procurement and an 8.9%

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Mastering the art of Supplier Negotiation: Tips and Techniques

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The following are common types of negotiation in procurement: 1. Price Negotiation: This negotiation focuses on haggling over the cost of goods or services to obtain the best price for procuring products or services. These risks may include supply chain disruptions and quality issues.

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Getting Acquainted with the F&B Supply Chain – Finale Inventory | Ecommerce

Finale Inventory

Are you interested in learning about the world of the F&B supply chain? In this article, we will walk you through the basics, key components, role of inventory management, challenges, and technological innovations in the F&B supply chain.