Management Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 
SCMDOJO
JANUARY 9, 2025
Strategic sourcing and innovative solutions are often viewed as two distinct procurement tools, but they should not be seen in isolation. Strategic Sourcing: The Foundation of Effective Procurement Strategic sourcing is far more than simply choosing suppliers. Done well, it can become a key driver of competitive advantage.
Procurement Templates
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Mastering these skills not only optimizes procurement processes but also positions managers as strategic business partners. SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g., Coupa, Ariba) Data analytics tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g., Coupa, Ariba) Data analytics tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g.,
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SCMDOJO
FEBRUARY 15, 2025
Supply chains are the backbone of global trade that ensure the smooth movement of goods and materials across industries. One of the most effective strategies for building resilience is integrating project management into supply chain operations. Enhance visibility across the supply chain through structured reports.
Spend Matters
DECEMBER 16, 2024
In part 3 we look at the tech that can support Procurement in tariff management. Effective and efficient tariff management is rooted in robust direct materials and supply chain risk management.
Advertiser: GEP
Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions.
ivalua
JULY 14, 2022
Ivalua study finds 97% of procurement leaders see significant disruption in direct materials supply chain; 67% not confident in existing technology; 84% consider modernization a ‘strategic priority’. Nearly all executives surveyed (97%) point to significant disruption today in their direct materials supply chain.
Spend Matters
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Tariff management is a strategic subset of direct materials management and sourcing that involves navigating and optimizing the complex costs and regulatory implications of importing materials and goods across borders. Tariffs essentially taxes imposed on imports and exports directly impact product cost structures.
Advertiser: GEP
The high-tech and telecom sectors face a contract management crisis if the process isn’t managed properly. Continual technological changes necessitate adjustments to manufacturing and supply chain processes, leading to a heavy volume of contracts that outpaces most industries.
Speaker: Fernando Penteado, CPSM - Supply Chain and Logistics Executive, Global Markets Expert, and International Speaker
Now, as a variety of disruptive events cause supply chain challenges, companies are contemplating bold moves to keep business moving, including moving sourcing and manufacturing closer to home markets and maintaining a larger reserve stock to help manage the fluctuations in supply and demand.
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