Supply Chain Dive

AUGUST 30, 2022

Regulators were concerned that a sale to China International Marine Containers would have led to higher prices and less supply chain resiliency.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 2, 2025

Let’s set sail on a journey towards efficient and effective supply chain management. By harnessing the power of data analytics and strategic insights, organizations can proactively mitigate the impact of tariffs on their supply chains while enhancing‍ operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Key implications of double-digit inflation on service supply chain operations include: Increased cost pressures throughout the supply chain. shifts in pricing strategies to maintain profitability. Diversification: Diversify your supplier base to spread risk and take advantage of different pricing structures.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Demand 52

SCMDOJO

JANUARY 9, 2025

Improving Cost and Quality Every decision in strategic sourcing impacts the total cost of ownership, the quality of goods or services, and supply chain resilience. By engaging in rigorous supplier selection and negotiation, companies can secure better pricing and ensure higher quality standards.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 18, 2025

Here is an article that provides a good explanation of the difference between the two commodity characteristics: Dangerous Supply Chain Myths (Part7) You can also access the paper through the following link: Acres Of Diamonds (White Paper) How Do The 2004 Acres Paper’s Findings Hold Up In 2025?

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 5, 2024

How Predictive Procurement Has Become a Game Changer for High-Tech Manufacturing To stay competitive, high-tech manufacturers are increasingly adopting Predictive Procurement technology to gain greater agility, cost savings, and enhanced supply chain resilience. Subscribe to news from Arkestro. You can unsubscribe at any time.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Strategic sourcing prioritizes developing long-term, value-driven relationships with suppliers rather than just chasing the lowest price. Strengthening supplier partnerships can help improve supply chain resilience, ensure competitive pricing, spark co-innovation in procurement practices, and foster loyalty with trusted partners.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting 52

ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Procurement Rising: The Silent Inflation Tax on Manufacturers February 27, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley Last year, the Consumer Price Index was the highest it has been in four decades, making inflation one of the most concerning macroeconomic factors facing the business world today.

Real-time Visibility 130

Real-time Visibility Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting 130

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Procurement stands at the center of several competing aims and objectives: cost savings, compliance, reputation, innovation, finance and supply chain resilience. At H&Z we have developed a three-step approach to addressing this challenge: First, measure the emissions related to the companys supply chain.

Leadership 52

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HICX

OCTOBER 23, 2023

By Costas Xyloyiannis, co-founder and CEO of HICX While inflation and economic pressures, such as the recent US price reforms, force pharmaceutical brands to be even more frugal than usual, they will do well to not tackle cost efficiency as a solo issue. Brands require resilience in various areas, and chief among these is compliance.

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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.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Conventional transactional relationships focus on price and delivery terms. Supply chain resiliency & risk mitigation Resiliency has become a key concern for businesses in a dynamic market environment. The aim is not simply to drive down the price, but the total cost.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Innovation Suppliers supply chain budgeting 52

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

A well-managed supply chain does not just survive crises it thrives in them. Why Project Management is Essential for Supply Chain Resilience The approach provides a structured approach to handling complex tasks, timelines, and resources.

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

Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Reference to Triple Bottom Line post Consumer decision-making regarding ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals is influenced by several concerns, which can either encourage or hinder their commitment to purchasing products and services that align with ESG principles.

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Chief Procurement Officer Supply Chain Efficiency Influencing Supply chain resilience 58

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

However, the top three procurement challenges featured in the Hackett Group report demand immediate attention: slashing spending costs, securing supply chain resilience, and modernizing outdated operating models. Lets dive into these critical issues and explore actionable strategies that help CPOs navigate the path forward.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Real-time Visibility 52

Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

These integrations bring a range of benefits including improved quality control, better decision-making, greater supply chain resilience, increased efficiency and reduced downtime. But investigate the total cost of ownership (TCO) rather than price alone consider licensing, implementation, maintenance, and training costs.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Raw materials supply chain software solutions 52

ivalua

MAY 6, 2021

The pandemic has accelerated this trend, with the Procurement function front and center in the fight to ensure supply chain resilience and continuity, reduce costs and protect the bottom line. That way you can take steps to mitigate the delay and line up alternative sources of supply.” 3) Optimize Decision-Making.

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supply chain software solutions Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency 130

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

in October 2021*, the highest in more than three decades, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Disruptions in global supply chains, labor market shortages, strong consumer demand. The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers). The annual rate of inflation in the United States hit 6.2%

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Procurement supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 130

HICX

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

By Costas Xyloyiannis, CEO of HICX While inflation and economic pressures, such as the recent US price reforms, force pharmaceutical brands to be even more frugal than usual, they will do well to not tackle cost efficiency as a solo issue. Brands require resilience in various areas, and chief among these is compliance.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

This resilience can be defined as “ the ability of a central procurement and supply management function to prepare for unexpected events, respond to disruptions, recover, and emerge even stronger. ” Manufacturers cannot foresee every risk, inconvenience, or disaster, but they can equip themselves to handle the unexpected and come out on top.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Targeted Learning: SCMDOJO offers a range of courses and learning paths focusing on specific procurement areas, such as e-auctions, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and supply chain resilience. This allows you to tailor your learning to your particular needs.

Procurement 59

Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 59

Procurement Tactics

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The complexity of today’s supply chain makes it more prone to severe impacts from disruptions, just like what happened at the start of the pandemic. . Due to this, many organizations have put supply chain resilience as a top priority. Select partners based on their capability.

Collaboration 199

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Planergy

MARCH 18, 2025

Common disruptions such as economic instability, vendor delays, natural disasters, and supply shortages uniquely challenge schools due to tight budgets and rigid schedules. Tools like PLANERGY enhance supply chain resilience by providing real-time tracking, data-driven insights, and streamlined communication with suppliers.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Simultaneously, customers often demand lower prices during economic downturns, making it challenging to maintain profitability without operational efficiency. sea, rail, air) helps mitigate risks related to fuel prices or logistics bottlenecks. Evaluate your transportation strategydiversifying modes (e.g.,

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 13, 2025

cosmetics luxury inputs, coffees farm-gate prices). Hansens model thrives on real-time resilience, as seen in its 23% savings (). 57% coffee price hikes) and preempting disruptions, supporting Hansens commodity-driven approach. buyers, suppliers) interacting based on real-world commodity traits (e.g., Department of Defense).

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization Data 52

ivalua

JUNE 15, 2022

The global supply chain is undergoing an incredible transformation that will change the way we do business. Today, organizations are looking to build supply chain resilience and maximize opportunities for growth as we pivot and prepare for unexpected global events. . Session REPLAY.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Agile and Lean Supply Chain Innovation 130

Procurement Templates

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Procurement, traditionally seen as a function focused on sourcing goods and services at the best possible prices, has now evolved into a strategic driver for sustainability. For example, a product with a lower purchase price may have higher long-term operational and disposal costs.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Ethics 130

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 7, 2023

Shared value creation Supplier collaboration fosters shared value creation through enhanced innovation, improved operational efficiency, and supply chain resilience. Additionally, GEP SMART provides vendor collaboration dashboards, allowing suppliers to manage their profiles, catalogs, and pricing.

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supply chain software solutions Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Jaggaer

MARCH 2, 2020

Research reveals a rise in disruptive incidents deep in the supply chain. The latest Supply Chain Resilience Report published by the Business Continuity Institute in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) provides some fascinating insights.

Risk 103

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Supply chain risk management software helps retailers monitor their inventory levels, product prices, sales volume, shipping costs, and other important metrics on a daily basis so they can make smart decisions about inventory levels and pricing strategies before something goes wrong with either one of those things happening.

Risk management 96

Risk management supply chain software solutions Risk Management 96

EazyStock

JANUARY 27, 2021

Let’s look at the impact of each of these trends and see how you can incorporate them into your supply chain for 2021. Supplier diversification is a key component for supply chain resilience. To maximize profits, businesses using eCommerce need to have lean and efficient supply chains.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 4, 2023

“Particularly for procurement, there will be increased reliance on tools and services that can create and foster supply chain resilience, cost optimization, and agility,” Mellot added. Using human behavior science, game theory, and machine learning, Arkestro helps you find the right supplier at the right price right now.

Supply Chain Optimization 104

Supply Chain Optimization Procurement team Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency 104

Arkestro

JANUARY 9, 2024

Procurement teams can analyze cost data to discover cost drivers, compare supplier pricing, and reveal opportunities for cost reduction. Supply Chain Resilience The pandemic highlighted the importance of supply chain resilience. Contract management.

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Una

JUNE 5, 2024

Conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East continue to drive up prices and threaten shipping. Companies that had invested in semiconductor supply chain resilience were able to maintain production and avoid costly delays. Why Do We Need Supply Chain Visibility? The lesson?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Real-time Visibility 52

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Here are the 7 supply chain management trends for 2023 – Building agile supply chain ecosystems. Managing supply chain risk. Improving supply chain analytics. Enhancing supply chain resilience. Improving supply chain sustainability.

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TYA Suite

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By anticipating potential financial impacts—such as price fluctuations or costs associated with supply chain disruptions—companies can better manage their budgets. This approach not only reduces supplier risk but also fosters healthy competition among suppliers, which can lead to better pricing and higher quality.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

By analyzing supply chain data, businesses can detect anomalies, potential risks, and deviations from their standard operating procedures. By doing this, they can make corrections fastly which will help avoid costly disruptions and improve supply chain resilience.

Supply Chain Optimization 72

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