Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The Power of Source-to-Pay Digital Transformation To put it briefly, source-to-pay refers to the entire process that starts with finding, negotiating with, and contracting the suppliers of materials, goods and services, and culminates in the final payment for those items. Who Should Prioritize an S2P Digital Transformation?

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Strategic Sourcing Simplified: Best Practices for Maximizing Value Strategic sourcing goes beyond cost savings its about making informed decisions that drive long-term value. Now well dive into best practices in these critical areas to ensure a more effective and resilient sourcing strategy.

Strategic sourcing 52

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 3, 2024

Supply chain network design, a branch of operations research, helps in strategic decision-making about nodes, sourcing, transportation modes and inventory levels.

Networking 104

Networking Supply chain Data Supply 104

Procurement Tactics

JULY 20, 2022

China Sourcing — The Ultimate Guide of 2022. China sourcing is popular with many professionals in the field of procurement. For this article, we will discuss what China Sourcing is. We will check how sourcing in China can be best for businesses. Also, we will share some tips when sourcing goods or services in China.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Finally, the all powerful e-Invoice network emerged to magically automate all before it. But AP has become stuck in a rut created by system providers, and has been taken down a dead end alleyway called the e-Invoicing Network. We needed an Invoice Hub, not a fancy network, something embedded within the AP process.

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Supply Chain Queen

MAY 6, 2021

Doing business responsibly is now a business imperative and enabling the network effect through sustainable supply chains and circular economy is Circulor's unique mission.In The post Embedding Sustainability and Circularity With Material Intelligence for Responsible Sourcing in Digital Supply Chains appeared first on SupplyChainQueen®.

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Supply Chain Dive

APRIL 14, 2023

The adhesive maker’s production overhaul is part of a broader cost-cutting plan that included 300 layoffs and sourcing shifts.

Networking 145

Networking Sourcing 145

Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 12, 2021

To be competitive in the years ahead, companies must deploy disruptive technology architecture that provides a single, real-time source of truth for all trading partners.

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Networking Supply chain Sourcing Supply 144

Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Circulor has developed a platform that tracks materials from their source to the final product, allowing manufacturers to comply with such regulations and demonstrate responsible sourcing. conflict minerals) and existing and upcoming laws that hold companies responsible for the impact of their products.

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Supply Chain Dive

JANUARY 18, 2024

Embracing change can mean nearshoring, retooling distribution networks and paying suppliers more for materials, according to AlixPartners.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Businesses must find effective ways to strengthen their networks and improve flexibility to maintain stability during uncertain times. Businesses need to identify vulnerabilities in their networks, from supplier dependencies to transportation delays.

Project management 91

Project management Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 91

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 20, 2022

The pandemic has changed the nature of global supply chains with companies seeking to source goods from multiple places in order to minimize shipment and production disruptions.

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SCMDOJO

MAY 15, 2024

Supply chain design and optimization projects present significant challenges, ranging from complex network structures, and multiple databases to diverse business objectives. Introduction In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, the optimization of supply chain networks is critical for enhancing operational efficiency.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Sourcing is getting smarter. To start, many organizations have already pivoted from a tactical to a strategic sourcing mindset—which can make all the difference when it comes to gaining and retaining a competitive advantage. But now, the benefits of strategic sourcing are becoming even more attainable thanks to innovation.

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Supply Chain Dive

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The mattress maker sought an increase in gross margin by diversifying its sourcing and simplifying its delivery operations.

Networking 110

Networking Logistics Suppliers Sourcing 110

Procurement Heads

JANUARY 31, 2023

The Benefits of Working with a Specialist Procurement Recruitment Agency Access to a Wide Network of Candidates With more than a decade in business, we have built strong relationships with leading candidates and developed a large network. Time-Saving Hiring can be a time-consuming and resource-intensive process.

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Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

An agency can quickly and efficiently source and screen a large pool of candidates, saving you time and resources. Professional procurement recruitment agencies like Procurement Heads have a network of candidates with diverse backgrounds and skill sets and can help you find the right person for the job.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

this strategic collaboration enables Mattel to: Access Alternate Sourcing: By working with partners in diverse locations, Mattel ensures a continuous supply of materials and components, reducing dependence on any single source.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 52

Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

In this article, our analysts Xavier Olivera, Bertrand Maltaverne and Nikhil Gaur look at source-to-contract (S2C) solutions. What does a Source-to-Contract solution do? Top 4 Source-to-Contract tech modules What’s the state of different procurement technologies in the market today and do they meet user demands?

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Contract Sourcing Suppliers Quality 97

Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

In this article, our analyst Bertrand Maltaverne looks at Direct Materials Sourcing solutions. What does a Direct Materials Sourcing solution do? See ‘ Sourcing Optimization ‘ for the sourcing of direct services such as complex logistics.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Bidding Price Suppliers 98

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the global world of businesses, companies often seek help from sourcing agencies to figure out how to get the things they need. But what’s a sourcing agency or sourcing agent and how does it make buying things easier? Let’s explore this world of sourcing agencies and understand what they do.

Sourcing 104

Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain 104

Procurement Heads

JULY 6, 2022

As far as the split of the function we have four main areas, sourcing – a mix of Procurement Managers and Advisors across Germany, London and Delhi. Thirdly, our procurement operations team covers our spend analytics team, information-sourcing and general procurement support and that team is based in Delhi.

Networking 241

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Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

In this article, our analysts Xavier Olivera, Bertrand Maltaverne and Nikhil Gaur look at source-to-pay (S2P) solutions. What does a Source-to-Pay solution do? Click to enlarge Contract lifecycle management (CLM) acts as the intermediary between upstream source-to-contract and downstream P2P processes.

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ivalua

MAY 30, 2023

By maximizing resource utilization and implementing careful procurement management, the government can source the best goods and services at the most competitive prices. However, implementing category strategies for successful sourcing and supplier management can be challenging without the right tools.

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ivalua

MARCH 16, 2020

Optimization of the entire source-to-pay process for nearly all Körber locations worldwide. In order to establish a unified and consistent source-to-pay process throughout the entire Group, Körber was looking for a fully integrated e-procurement solution. The goal was to increase efficiency across the Group’s Business Areas.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 49

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Chief Procurement Officer 49

ivalua

JUNE 14, 2023

By using these 4 core workstreams to build an implementation plan, procurement can create an interconnected network of team members, functions, and resources that all operate synchronously to enhance efficiency, cost savings, and compliance through the ups and downs of a change management environment.

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Procurement Change management supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 239

ivalua

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

While this strategy appears to be a viable solution, as there will be some shortening of supply chains moving forward, it is not realistic to expect that a vast global supply chain network will not continue to exist. The days of having a manual discovery process or one that uses a stale, closed network have passed.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

There are two types of these generative AI models: proprietary large language models and open source large language models. On the other hand, open source LLMs are free and available for anyone to access, use for any purpose, modify and distribute. What are the benefits of open source LLMs?

Sourcing 91

Sourcing Risk Data Ethics 91

Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

By leveraging a robust network of suppliers and implementing contingency plans, GM aims to adapt to changing tariff landscapes effectively. By diversifying sourcing options and fostering strong relationships with global partners, the company has been able to adapt to changes in the trade landscape swiftly and effectively.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Network service outages happen. Cloud platforms and content delivery networks (CDNs) with 100% uptime SLAs aren’t immune. The question is: what do you do when one of your network services goes down? With a few basic rules in place, NS1 Connect monitors your network’s status and switches endpoints as needed.

Networking 78

Networking Data Sourcing Quality 78

Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 11, 2024

This integration will streamline strategic sourcing, reducing cycle times and enhancing efficiency. Automation and the gig economy will lead to a core team overseeing a network of specialized contractors and automated systems, enhancing agility and responsiveness. Gig economy – [link] Decentralization – [link] 6.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 59

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability 59

Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 2, 2023

For global shippers, diversification of sourcing and transportation providers is the order of the day. Hannah Testani, chief executive officer of Intelligent Audit, explains how artificial intelligence can help them to address the complexities that result.

Networking 98

Networking Sourcing 98

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 5, 2023

First Name Email Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Global Supply Chain — Everything About Supply Chain Global supply chain has become a popular way for businesses to source unique materials and products from other countries as they are unavailable domestically. However, What is it? Why is it Important?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In 2021, Liquid Prep became an open-source software project hosted by the Linux Foundation. The role of Open Horizon as an edge computing platform To ensure the solution is scalable and easy to use, Liquid Prep began working with Open Horizon , an open-source edge computing project from the Linux Foundation.

Sourcing 90

Sourcing Sustainability Data Management 90

IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

For sourcing teams, that means pivoting their mindset around selecting suppliers from a tactical, lowest-cost-above-all approach to a strategic one. Where tactical sourcing is a short-term strategy, strategic sourcing is for long-term business goals. And from that group, 71% would pay a premium for it.

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Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 78

Spend Matters

MARCH 11, 2025

It can change where you source your goods, the way you engineer your goods, how you know who you’re procuring from, where your supply chains traverse and what types of duty deferral program you do or don’t set up. But you need to retain truth and compliance.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 23, 2025

This, given the productivity constraints of modern strategic sourcing teams, means that they often must choose between refining the assumptions and calculations in their model and doing other things, like studying the broader market, building supplier relationships or solving tactical challenges like shortages. supplier count, event size).

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