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Procurement Tactics
MARCH 27, 2023
18 Must-Have Negotiation Skills For Procurement Professionals Download Course Details → Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Supply Chain Forecasting — Everything You Should Know Supply chain forecasting is about making predictions from both past and present information. What is Supply Chain Forecasting?
Planergy
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Using financial tools can help save time and resources while improving accuracy in the budgeting process. Why is Business Budgeting Important? Budgeting should be part of regular financial planning.
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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now
Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains
Una
MARCH 6, 2023
9 Innovative Purchasing Concepts for Procurement Implement various innovative purchasing concepts to ditch the old-school way of doing things and bring your procurement function up to speed. Innovative purchasing concepts Getting innovative in purchasing doesn’t necessarily mean leveraging the latest piece of technology.
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Una
JANUARY 4, 2023
The Basics of Group Purchasing. Discover the basics of group purchasing and the benefits of working with a group purchasing organization to develop a comprehensive procurement strategy. The basics of group purchasing. Benefits of working with a group purchasing organization. By Mackenzie Oakley | January 5, 2023.
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SCMDOJO
APRIL 4, 2023
If you’re in the business world, you’re probably always looking for ways to streamline your supply chain operations. Luckily, supply chain analytics is here to help! But like any new technology, there are hurdles to overcome when implementing supply chain analytics.
Procurement Insights
JANUARY 3, 2025
Here’s a breakdown of the shifts over this period: 2011: Procurement as a Tactical Function Primary Focus on Cost Savings : In 2011, CFOs largely viewed procurement as a cost-control function , tasked with negotiating contracts, reducing spend, and maintaining compliance with budgets.
Planergy
MARCH 19, 2025
Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Schools rely on vendors for everythingtextbooks and classroom supplies, technology, food services, and maintenance. However, budget restrictions and transparency requirements present challenges. What's PLANERGY?
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Planergy
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Procurement in education is far more than simple purchasing. It’s a comprehensive, strategic approach to acquiring the resources that enable learning, research, and institutional growth. What's PLANERGY?
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Una
OCTOBER 17, 2023
EPISODE 137 Using Visibility to Combat Supply Chain Abstraction with Frank Kenney By Kelly Barner | October 18, 2023 In the race to build global empires of data and digital systems, today’s businesses must not risk forgetting what all of those zeroes and ones mean.
Supply Chain Trend
AUGUST 13, 2020
Preview In his 2019 Foresight article, Niels van Hove examined eight technological hurdles that must be overcome to enable autonomous or ‘lights out’ supply-chain planning. He reasoned that to support such planning we need to implement a third wave of integrated supply-chain planning software.
Procurement Leaders
MARCH 6, 2023
Since the outbreak of Covid-19, the function has been called upon to ensure continuity of supply, source essential safety equipment, tackle the challenge of soaring prices and ensure that logistics routes continue to flow.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 3, 2022
eAuctions are online real-time dynamic discussions between one purchasing organization and a group of pre-qualified vendors competing for the purchaser’s trade. General Cost Reductions: Maybe it is just one of the advantages of eAuctions, but it is still significant! It’s time for the Auctioneer to take the stage!
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
MARCH 16, 2023
Spend Management is a critical function within an organization, and it involves the strategic management of the company’s spending to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance profitability. We should also monitor the actual expenses against the projected spend to ensure that we are staying within our budget.”
Procurement Heads
JUNE 28, 2022
According to Raconteur’s report in The Sunday Times on the Future of Supply Chain & Procurement, constant problems in the supply chain have proved a real headache for many businesses over the past two years. It is procurement and there is a lot that the procurement function can bring to the table.
Supply Chain Game Changer
MAY 19, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. With supply chain disruptions, low capacity, and skyrocketing fuel costs, manufacturers and shippers are facing monumental hurdles. With supply chain disruptions, low capacity, and skyrocketing fuel costs, manufacturers and shippers are facing monumental hurdles.
Procurement Templates
MARCH 3, 2024
A RFQ is used for low cost purchases and a PQQ is typically used for higher cost tenders. Risk Assessment : Identifying potential risks associated with procurement activities is essential for effective planning and mitigation. Develop strategies to mitigate these risks and build resilience within the supply chain.
Finale Inventory
JULY 9, 2024
Creating a purchase order is a vital step in managing inventory for your ecommerce business. A purchase order serves as a legally binding document between you and your suppliers, specifying the details of the items you need to purchase. With the help of the Finale Inventory software, this process becomes seamless and efficient.
Zycus Cognitive Procurement
DECEMBER 15, 2022
As we are coming to the end of the year, procurement and supply chain leaders across industries initiate their annual strategic planning process for the next year. We have shortlisted 7 C ritical T rends that will help supply chain leaders and practitioners to build a strategic blueprint for 2023 and beyond.
Empowering CPO
JUNE 30, 2023
Introduction In the dynamic world of business, the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains has emerged as a critical success factor. As the name suggests, Managed Procurement Services involves the strategic outsourcing of procurement processes to expert providers. But what exactly does it entail?
Skill Dynamics
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
As we discussed in our previous blog , market pressures are driving change in both procurement and supply chain functions. The influencing groups Many organizations are looking to eLearning to drive impactful skill development at scale across various teams in supply chain and procurement.
Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 22, 2018
Where is procurement, outsourcing, sourcing, supply chain, and purchasing going? As we have all seen in the last few years, school districts across the United States are not making budget and there have been a lot of cuts. Federal Government is stepping up cutting budget dollars for programs. Another $1.5
TYA Suite
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
This insightful guide explores how blockchain is impacting , contributing to transparency, security, and efficiency across supply chains. From reducing fraud to improving and automating contract management, blockchain is shaping the future of procurement in ways previously unimaginable.
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
MAY 7, 2023
The executive component of S&OP is the eS&OP, where top management, middle managers, and specialists meet to balance supply and demand, align operational and financial planning, connect strategic planning with day-to-day sales and operations, and establish policy, strategy, risk, and budget changes via a disciplined discussion.
Zycus Cognitive Procurement
JANUARY 24, 2023
As per the experts “ PLAN for 2023 requires a synergy between people, process and technology aspects.” Let us look at each aspect: People: Enterprises should focus on hiring people who can interpret the pain points of business partners with their fact-based, decision-making skills.
World of Procurement blog
MAY 8, 2024
Procurement differs from purchasing in a few key ways: Strategic focus : Procurement has a strategic, long-term focus on analyzing spend, reducing costs, managing supplier relationships, and mitigating risk. Purchasing is more transactional and tactical. Purchasing's value-add is more limited.
Una
JUNE 22, 2023
Taking an Advisory Approach to Procurement An inside look at how Una, the nation’s fastest growing group purchasing organization, works to take an advisory approach to procurement. It involves strategic planning, analysis, and negotiation to ensure that you are getting the best quality products or services at the most competitive price.
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TYA Suite
AUGUST 26, 2024
Often overlooked in strategic planning, procurement management can significantly impact a company's bottom line. With the right SMBs can streamline their purchasing activities, reduce costs, and enhance overall productivity. is crucial for small and medium-sized businesses to ensure a reliable supply chain.
Arkestro
MARCH 27, 2024
After years of focusing on cost reduction, the majority of procurement leaders say they plan to spend more and increase workloads in 2024, meaning procurement buyers will have more power to influence change and optimize spend across the entire supply chain. But what does a procurement buyer do, exactly?
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Arkestro
DECEMBER 12, 2023
A McKinsey survey found that 79% of shoppers are “trading down” this season, meaning they’re swapping purchases for cheaper alternatives or avoiding spending completely. The same survey found that just 35% of consumers say they plan to splurge on themselves or others this year — a 4% decline from 2022.
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Procurify
JUNE 8, 2022
Effective supply base optimization can help reduce costs, improve supply chain efficiency, better supplier performance and collaboration, and increased revenue. . 6 steps for successful supply base optimization. Now that you know what supply base optimization is, how do you actually go about doing that?
NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)
JUNE 23, 2022
The mission (2) of eS&OP is to: Balance supply and demand at the aggregate level. Align operational planning with financial planning. Link strategic planning with day-to-day sales and operational activities. Act as a forum for disciplined discussion around setting policy, strategy, risk and budget changes.
Finale Inventory
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
It includes strategic planning, forecasting, and optimization to ensure the right equipment is available when needed. By implementing strong inventory management practices, businesses can streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. Stay ahead of the competition by leveraging the power of Finale Inventory.
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Finale Inventory
JULY 21, 2024
Determining the total manufacturing cost allows companies to make well-informed decisions regarding product pricing and overall business strategies. This guide will cover the concept of total manufacturing cost, break down its components, provide useful formulas, and discuss how to interpret the results and reduce costs effectively.
Supply Chain Game Changer
MAY 27, 2022
Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! Strategic brand management is a combination of techniques used to support companies in building brand recognition, increasing revenue, and accomplishing their long-term business objectives. Email Address.
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Finale Inventory
JULY 23, 2024
Inventory management goes beyond just keeping track of physical goods; it involves strategic planning to optimize cash flow and ensure efficient operations. Inventory Valuation Methods First-In, First-Out (FIFO) assumes that the first inventory items purchased are the first to be sold.
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TYA Suite
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
In simple terms, strategic-sourcing helps companies make smarter purchasing decisions by focusing on the long-term benefits and working with suppliers that can help them succeed over time. The first step in strategic sourcing is to analyze your company's current. What Is the main focus of strategic sourcing?
Finale Inventory
JUNE 13, 2024
By having accurate and up-to-date data at your fingertips, you can make informed decisions about purchasing, stocking, and pricing strategies. This can lead to reduced stockouts, improved order fulfillment rates, and ultimately, increased customer satisfaction. This, in turn, can help businesses scale and expand their operations.
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TYA Suite
AUGUST 6, 2024
Businesses may make well-informed decisions about purchasing, sales, and production with the use of accurate inventory data. Better strategic planning and more effective operations follow from this. Effective enhances inventory control by reducing lead times and improving overall supply chain efficiency.
Empowering CPO
JULY 17, 2023
By taking on the complexities of procurement, these services allow businesses to focus on their core competencies, while reaping the benefits of optimized supply chains, cost savings, and improved vendor relationships. Companies often struggle to identify cost-saving opportunities, leading to unnecessary expenditure.
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Finale Inventory
AUGUST 28, 2024
It ensures that you have the right products available at the right time, in the right quantities, and at the right cost. By efficiently managing your inventory, you can improve your cash flow, enhance customer satisfaction, and optimize your supply chain.
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Empowering CPO
MAY 31, 2023
It’s the concerted effort of strategically planning and managing all interactions with suppliers that supply any goods and/or services to an organization. Effective risk management is crucial in maintaining a stable, reliable supply chain. The ultimate goal? Now, what are the benefits of effective SRM?
Pipefy
AUGUST 1, 2023
In the past, that meant cutting facilities budgets or reigning in travel allowances. Business operations generally fall under the umbrella of one of the following categories: product management, supply chain, inventory, forecasting, scheduling, quality, or facilities planning.
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TYA Suite
AUGUST 6, 2024
SRM is a comprehensive approach that focuses on strategically planning and managing interactions with third-party vendors that supply goods and services to an organization. By fostering collaboration and communication, businesses can optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
TYA Suite
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
By implementing robust procurement risk management strategies, organizations can minimize disruptions, secure favorable terms, and maintain supply chain stability. These risks can disrupt supply chains, increase costs, and limit access to essential materials or services.
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