Skill Dynamics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

A generic approach to training is not the solution to the increasing range of challenges facing procurement teams. This means that skills enhancement across wider roles is required for procurement professionals, with a focus on role-specific learning. This approach also helps with overall team development.

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ivalua

MARCH 24, 2021

Procurement needs digitization at its core to enable automation, efficiency, and innovation within the supply chain. To foster inter-enterprise collaboration, best-in-class procurement teams are implementing cloud-based technologies that support workflow-enabled processes.

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Arkestro

JUNE 25, 2024

Resources / Blog / Oil and Gas Supply Chain Procurement Innovation at Scale with Arkestro Oil and Gas Supply Chain Procurement Innovation at Scale with Arkestro For the oil and gas industry, the last few years have been anything but easy. Within these touch points are many other varied points.

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Procurement Templates

APRIL 10, 2022

The outsourcing trend and the growing importance of supply chains are affecting working conditions, as well as the health and safety of suppliers and contractors, all of which need to be consolidated and addressed in weekly or monthly meetings. any initial supply chain.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

How Inflation Impacts Procurement Inflation affects a number of aspects of a business, including its ability to compete in the market, financial performance, and overall strategy. The key for procurement teams is to stay ahead of inflationary trends so they can anticipate needs and adjust accordingly before problems arise.

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Skill Dynamics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Numerous platforms and needs, on top of a multi-tiered supply chain, have made origin tracing even more challenging. Nonetheless, there is a whole lot more to opimizing procurement processes than just cutting costs and then increasing efficiencies. As a result, training on how to navigate these complexities is a must.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

In this age of supply chain disruptions that hold the power to upend entire industries, strength and resilience across the entire value chain is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a survival tactic. They also factor in how a strong partnership could reduce supply chain risk and advance sustainability.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 21, 2023

Try this as a tongue twister: “Tripping through tantalizing TikTokers, tenfold to transform your tangled supply chain!” In our digital age, where viral trends dominate, TikTok’s influence now extends to supply chain management. Discover the Top 10 TikTokers reshaping how you view supply chains.

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Arkestro

JULY 30, 2024

Resources / Blog / Cars on Demand: Production to Order is Changing the Automotive Industry’s Supply Chain Cars on Demand: Production to Order is Changing the Automotive Industry’s Supply Chain The automotive industry has always been at the forefront of implementing innovative production methods to meet consumer demands efficiently.

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Arkestro

MAY 10, 2023

Events / Reuters Supply Chain USA 2023 Thanks for connecting with us at Reuters Supply Chain USA May 17-18, 2023 | Chicago, IL Whether you attended the Keynote Panel with Target, Newell Brands, Okabashi, Supply Chain NOW and Arkestro or simply stopped by our booth, we are so glad to have met you at Supply Chain USA 2023!

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Procurement Templates

MARCH 3, 2024

Risk Assessment : Identifying potential risks associated with procurement activities is essential for effective planning and mitigation. Risks may include budget constraints, supply chain disruptions, quality issues, legal compliance, etc. Develop strategies to mitigate these risks and build resilience within the supply chain.

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ivalua

JUNE 26, 2023

Blog » Procurement on the Thames: Ivalua’s London Summer Symposium June 26, 2023 | | Thought Leadership by Eloise Barnum As businesses navigate through supply chain disruptions, high inflation, and sustainability initiatives, procurement, and supplier management has taken center stage in driving change.

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Arkestro

JULY 2, 2024

One method that has gained popularity in recent years is the Just in Time (JIT) supply chain strategy. These include the minimization of waste in inventory and production, a focus on continuous improvement and optimization of processes, and the crucial emphasis on timely delivery of goods and components.

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Arkestro

MAY 10, 2023

Events / Gartner Supply Chain Symposium Xpo 2023 It was great seeing you at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium Xpo May 8-10, 2023 | Orlando, FL Whether you attended networking sessions with us or simply stopped by our booth, we are so glad to have met you at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium! Right Price.

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Arkestro

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Historically, the focus has been on optimizing portfolios of spend—prioritizing what to address, defer, or ignore—using well-known frameworks such as the Kraljic Matrix and the Pareto Principle. However, even with these tools, traditional procurement practices remain susceptible to inefficiencies and overspend.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 22, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business environment, procurement teams are often trapped in reactive cycles, limited from providing strategic foresight. A key solution is embracing digitalization, specifically by integrating orchestration, automation and artificial intelligence (AI) into procurement processes.

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ivalua

JUNE 16, 2021

The pandemic was a wake-up call for businesses worldwide, who struggled to overcome operational disruption — everything from the transition to remote working, to supply chain chaos. MENA countries import a lot of food; disrupted supply chains and price increases mean potential food shortages. Enter eProcurement.

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Jaggaer

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Digital Tools: The Key to Unlocking Value A major reason why many manufacturers have not fully realized the potential of procurement is the lack of appropriate digital tools. An advanced source-to-pay platform is crucial for unleashing procurement’s potential and optimizing supply chain performance.

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TYA Suite

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) in procurement has emerged as a game-changer, redefining how organizations manage their supply chains, purchasing decisions, and. As a result, procurement teams can focus on strategic decision-making rather than repetitive tasks.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

This change is particularly relevant for procurement and purchasing professionals. As businesses strive for greater efficiency and cost savings, automation reshapes how warehouses function and how goods move through the supply chain. This allows procurement teams to fulfill orders faster and more accurately.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Procurement professionals can contribute significantly to the S&OP process by providing valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, identifying potential risks, and optimizing sourcing strategies. For example, below are 5 reasons why procurement folks should attend S&OP Reviews.

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Arkestro

JUNE 6, 2024

. — Spend Matters Summary This analyst report from Spend Matters discusses the pressing need for procurement organizations to achieve optimal efficiency and effectiveness. It highlights that although procurement teams have faced growing volumes of activities, their headcounts have largely remained static.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 9, 2024

As we move into 2024, procurement teams continue to face hurdles like supply chain volatility, geopolitical tensions, budget restrictions, talent shortages, and more. In fact, manufacturing procurement has never been more important, holding the power to influence IT, finance, and C-suite decision-making.

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Spend Matters

JULY 22, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, procurement is no longer just about purchasing goods and services. It’s about strategically managing resources, optimizing supply chains and driving organizational value. Enter spend analytics solutions — a game changer for modern procurement teams.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 4, 2023

In 2022, procurement faced challenges on multiple fronts. Among them were supply chain disruptions , inflation, and supply scarcity and shortages. Eager to reduce administrative busywork, procurement teams are treating the permacrisis as an opportunity to make long-sought changes along a digital journey.

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Arkestro

MAY 16, 2023

We were able to go live within days of engaging with Arkestro, creating faster time to value,” stated Mike Novello , VP of global supply chain. Arkestro addresses the common barriers to supply chain and procurement success – ‘time, scale, and insight’ across multiple spend types and categories.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

How Inflation Impacts Procurement Inflation affects a number of aspects within the Manufacturing supply chain, including the ability to compete in the market, financial performance, and overall strategy. Manufacturers, take charge of your supply chain! Let’s explore further.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 12, 2024

Procurement priorities will shift as budgets increase Driven by expected budget increases in 2024, procurement teams globally will make a dramatic shift in how they spend their time, placing an added emphasis on pursuing ESG goals.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 23, 2023

For example, the procurement team looks at their office supplies and finds some outdated technology accessories and too many stationery items that they rarely use. This involves closely aligning procurement with production requirements, and procuring materials and supplies in quantities that meet immediate production needs.

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Arkestro

AUGUST 22, 2023

Resources / Blog / The Power of Predictive Procurement Orchestration for Food & Beverage Supply Chain The Power of Predictive Procurement Orchestration for Food & Beverage Supply Chain Food and beverage procurement professionals have had their work cut out for them during the last few years.

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Arkestro

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Resources / Blog / From Reactive to Proactive: How Predictive Procurement Reshapes the Industry From Reactive to Proactive: How Predictive Procurement Reshapes the Industry The procurement workload is expected to increase by 10.6% How does Predictive Procurement Orchestration Work? The result?

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Arkestro

JULY 6, 2023

Plant shutdowns, production disruptions, supply shortages, and demand surges wreaked havoc on the automotive world in 2020. And unfortunately, many of those same issues are major pain points for procurement teams today. million cars from production due to ongoing supply chain issues and semiconductor shortages.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 8, 2021

During the pandemic, Procurement flexed its muscle, helping to mitigate supply chain disruptions and enable new channels for engaging with customers and fulfilling orders. Historically, Procurement for retail has been largely centralized: Stores request and receive inventory from corporate as needed. Optimize New Spend

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 19, 2023

We are pleased to announce that the recognized Future 5 providers are: akirolabs — Founded by procurement veterans, akirolabs is a Berlin-based digital solution that helps transform procurement from a tactical function to a value orchestrator. Its founders have extensive supply chain and enterprise technology experience.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

CTA April 28, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] A Balancing Act: Drive Sustainability while Managing Cost and Risk April 27, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. According to Supply Chain Now’s Greg White, the cracks have been exposed and there is nowhere to hide.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In today’s dynamic business landscape, category management in procurement has become an essential weapon for procurement teams seeking to optimize spend, strengthen supplier relationships, and drive growth. This is where category management in procurement emerges as a game-changer.

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