Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

You also have to make sure they get to their intended destination on time, in good condition, and ready to be sold. But with the use of SCRM software , manufacturers can reach a new level of efficiency and visibility within their supply chains. That means managing employees, vendors, customers, and more on one platform.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

Data analytics plays a central role in inventory optimization. It provides real-time visibility into stock levels, lead times, and demand patterns. Businesses can make precise forecast demand, identify obsolete inventory, and can use data analytics to make smart decisions about stock allocation and replenishment.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Conventional transactional relationships focus on price and delivery terms. The result is a vehicle that meets market demands for sustainability and performance while reducing time to market and production costs. This not only helps avoid stockouts but also reduces the need for excessive inventory, reducing overage and storage costs.

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Una

JUNE 5, 2024

Conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East continue to drive up prices and threaten shipping. Key elements include diversified sourcing, real-time visibility, strategic inventory management, and the ability to quickly respond to disruptions. Why Do We Need Supply Chain Visibility?

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Arkestro

JANUARY 9, 2024

According to Deloitte, the manufacturing industry was in contraction throughout most of 2023 due to challenges like increased lead times, tight labor markets, and rising costs. As we move into 2024, procurement teams continue to face hurdles like supply chain volatility, geopolitical tensions, budget restrictions, talent shortages, and more.

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

20202024: Procurement as a Strategic Business Partner Accelerated Evolution During the COVID-19 Pandemic : The pandemic underscored procurement’s role in ensuring supply chain resilience , managing disruptions, and navigating shortages. It was often considered a support function rather than a driver of strategic value.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Supplier Collaboration for Agility Your world is characterized by dynamic market conditions, shifting customer demands, new technologies, rapidly changing regulations, and frequent supply chain disruptions. In times of pressure and crisis , highly responsive and trustworthy suppliers make agility possible.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 12, 2022

To address supplier challenges, you must ensure your preferred providers can meet your changing needs and that you have a diverse supply base. Supply Chain Visibility. Supply chain visibility is another critical issue. Predictive Procurement Supports Supply Chain Resilience and Visibility.

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

IBP requires cross functional alignment to eliminate silos, to achieve accountability for delivering strategic, financial and operational outcomes, and to enable scenario planning that provides forward visibility into the consequences and risks of decisions (Sorensen, 2020). Automation versus Augmentation.

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Arkestro

MAY 30, 2022

At the same time, digital acceleration and the need for agility have expanded the role of procurement and finance from cost-management functions to broader champions of risk management, strategic decision making, and business agility.”. . Failure resulted in highly visible shortages, public scrutiny, and loss of life.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

The goal is to find suppliers capable of delivering based on specifications, pricing, quality, capacity, and other factors. Contract Negotiation After selecting the best supplier, the procurement team negotiates final contract terms like pricing, service levels, delivery timelines, warranties, and other legal and commercial conditions.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 8, 2023

Effective procurement risk management entails identifying, assessing, and mitigating these risks to ensure a resilient and efficient supply chain. Types of Procurement Risks Supply Risks – Supply risks involve factors that can disrupt the availability, quality, or timely delivery of goods and services.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 17, 2024

Generative AI activates predictive analytics and forecasting, enabling businesses to anticipate and respond to changes in demand, reducing stockouts and overstocking, and improving supply chain resilience. Also, generative AI can enhance B2C customer payments by creating personalized and dynamic pricing strategies.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Traditional approaches to spend analysis relied heavily on manual processes and limited data visibility. Data Integration and Visibility: Connecting disparate data sources, such as procurement systems, supplier databases, and financial records, to create a centralized and holistic view of procurement activities.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

Customers receive orders on-time without backlogs. Plan The planning phase focuses on forecasting demand to determine what products are needed, the quantities required, and timing of orders. Accurate demand forecasts enable effective supply chain planning. It improves product availability and order fulfillment rates.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

It is a strategic process that involves identifying business needs, sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products or services. These models are often accompanied by practices such as annual rate contracts, bulk buying, and just-in-time purchasing.

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TYA Suite

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

If a supplier is struggling with cash flow or facing bankruptcy, it may not be able to fulfill orders on time or maintain the quality of its products. This involves regularly reviewing against established key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery rates, defect rates, and compliance status.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 7, 2023

“But what we saw in Q2 is really the beginnings of the supply chain now running in a healthy way. I joke that we had a board meeting a few weeks ago, and it’s the first time in a board meeting where our supply chain slide had no red on it. Supplier Relationships: Cultivate strong relationships with suppliers.

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