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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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 31, 2024

We believe these companies deserve greater visibility, especially in a market which is increasingly consolidating and diluting buyer choices. To potential buyers — True ValueHub can save category managers and buyers significant time and money by identifying new opportunities based on a deep analysis of costs and drivers.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 22, 2023

Introduction Welcome to our complete guide on the role of spend analysis in strategic sourcing. In the ever-evolving world of business, strategic sourcing has become a linchpin in corporate success. But how do we fuel the engine of strategic sourcing? Spend analysis is the catalyst for strategic sourcing.

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Supply Chain Action Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

There is a lot of buzz about the “autonomous” supply chain these days. The subject came up at a conference I attended where the theme was the supply chain of 2030. The Driverless Car Analogy From CBC News [link] I’ve heard the driverless vehicle used as an analogy for the autonomous supply chain.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Building Stronger Relationship s : Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration A chain is only as strong as its weakest link—but what if you can’t evaluate the entire chain? Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.

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Skill Dynamics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This leads to professional growth and supply chain efficiency – just two benefits of role-based training , of which there are many more. Elevating Procurement Excellence Through Targeted Training Role-based procurement training is ideal because procurement and supply chain roles often come with role-specific challenges.

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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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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The primary goals of SRM are to foster hand-in-glove supplier relationships, manage risk, and optimize the value chain. 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.

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

ChatGPT Inflation refers to the general increase in prices of goods and services in an economy over time, resulting in a decrease in the purchasing power of money. Inflation occurs when there is an imbalance between the supply and demand of money and goods. What is inflation?

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 10, 2024

This supports strategic sourcing efforts. With the ability to handle huge volumes of data, operate 24/7, and continuously learn from experience, AI can bring new levels of speed, efficiency, and insight to procurement teams looking to transform strategic sourcing, supplier management, and end-to-end procurement processes.

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Una

JULY 25, 2023

The first three KPIs we suggest every procurement team should monitor are: Defect rates Lead time Contract compliance Can you guess what the other four KPIs will be? Every free resource is dedicated to empowering procurement to save more money, time, and effort. Procurement and Supply Chain: What’s the Difference?

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

This technology significantly reduces manual work, minimizes errors, and speeds up transaction times. Supply Chain Management (SCM) Software SCM software offers a comprehensive view of the supply chain, enabling companies to manage logistics, production, and distribution more effectively.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

This technology significantly reduces manual work, minimizes errors, and speeds up transaction times. Supply Chain Management (SCM) Software SCM software offers a comprehensive view of the supply chain, enabling companies to manage logistics, production, and distribution more effectively.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 20, 2023

Introduction In an era defined by data-driven decision-making, Spend Analysis has emerged as a game-changer, steering businesses towards more strategic, efficient, and cost-effective operations. When applied to Supply Chain Management, Spend Analysis serves as an invaluable tool.

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Procurement Software

JULY 9, 2024

Procurement tools for direct spend need to be tailored to work with your supply chain, quality and production teams. Integration with Supply Chain Direct procurement technology often requires seamless integration with the supply chain management (SCM) systems to optimise production schedules and meet market demands.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 5, 2024

Multi-functional technology enables you to train anywhere at any time, while ever-learning programming allows you to experiment and practice to achieve different outcomes. LavenirAI allows you to train anywhere, any time, so you can stay at the top of your game.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Procurement teams are often confronted with issues such as maintaining cost control and visibility over spending, managing relationships with a diverse range of suppliers, staying compliant with a myriad of regulations, mitigating risks in the supply chain, and leveraging new technologies effectively.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Procurement teams are often confronted with issues such as maintaining cost control and visibility over spending, managing relationships with a diverse range of suppliers, staying compliant with a myriad of regulations, mitigating risks in the supply chain, and leveraging new technologies effectively.

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Planergy

JULY 5, 2022

How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. ESG In Supply Chain: Creating a Sustainable Value Chain. Of all these emissions, 2/3 of them usually come from the upstream supply chain.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 26, 2023

As a leading procurement services company specializing in spend analysis, EmpoweringCPO understands the vital role that insightful data plays in driving informed decision-making and optimizing procurement processes. Stronger supplier relationships lead to better pricing, improved service levels, and a more reliable supply chain.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2024

In today’s competitive business landscape, procurement professionals constantly seek ways to optimize costs and maximize value. Only 6% of companies report full visibility on their supply chain , while 69% do not have total visibility.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Make Your Website Visible and Trustworthy! Thus a website is your strategic source of revenue and brand visibility , which are important considerations before redesigning your website. Still, as time passes, you might notice that your website enjoys fewer visits.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

This is where the real magic happens. It’s not just about cost-cutting—it’s about cost optimization and strategic decision-making. It provides the visibility needed to manage and control spending, identify savings opportunities, enhance supplier management, improve compliance, and increase procurement efficiency.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions. Managed procurement, on the other hand, adopts a proactive, strategic, and holistic approach to procurement.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 11, 2023

Following recent unprecedented events and disruptions, one thing has become clear: procurement optimization is no longer just about cost-effectiveness or efficiency. . This shift has become necessary as procurement departments are tasked by management with new strategic duties. Time-consuming invoice reconciliation (28%).

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Empowering CPO

JULY 2, 2023

This approach allows businesses to leverage the expertise of procurement specialists to streamline operations, optimize supplier relationships, and most importantly, reduce costs. It plays a vital role in ensuring smooth operational continuity by securing the required resources and managing the supply chain effectively.

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Arkestro

MAY 9, 2022

Ensure your company has a steady supply of what it needs to produce its end product on time and at the lowest possible price. Strategic sourcing was in the spotlight. Ongoing Supply Chain Challenges. He writes: “The conflict in Ukraine is only the latest jolt to global supply chains.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 5, 2023

It is responsible for managing the entire process of acquiring goods and services, from identifying suppliers to ensuring timely deliveries. In essence, procurement serves as the backbone of an organization’s supply chain, contributing to cost savings, risk management, and supplier relationship management.

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Procurement Software

APRIL 23, 2024

Located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the company leverages advanced AI technologies to enhance procurement processes, focusing on efficiency and data visibility. What sets Mithra-AI apart is its real-time, continuous visibility of spend data, coupled with proactive alerts for opportunities and risks.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Supply chain collaboration is a hot topic today and no wonder: companies that collaborate effectively across the supply chain have enjoyed dramatic reductions in inventories and costs, together with improvements in speed, service levels, and customer satisfaction. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Procurement is a strategic function that encompasses the acquisition of goods and services required to support an organization’s operations. Within this domain, spend analysis plays a pivotal role in enabling informed decision-making and optimizing procurement processes.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions. Managed procurement, on the other hand, adopts a proactive, strategic, and holistic approach to procurement.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 5, 2023

We believe in the power of strategic sourcing and procurement to drive significant value across organizations. Our offerings, from spend analysis and sourcing support to contract and supplier management, are designed to optimize procurement operations, improve efficiency, and drive cost savings.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

It provides invaluable insights into spending patterns, supplier performance, and opportunities for cost optimization. Real-world success stories and case studies illustrating the significant impact of spend analysis on achieving tangible cost savings and procurement optimization.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 26, 2023

Explanation of Spend Analysis and its Importance in Healthcare In the ever-evolving landscape of the healthcare industry, optimizing costs and maximizing efficiency has become paramount. These cost pressures necessitate a strategic approach to spending and resource allocation. Introduction A.

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Solvoyo

MARCH 29, 2020

We believe that the CPG commercial world is already taking several actions to adapt to the supply chain disruptions of the pandemic. 2) Real-time visibility is extremely valuable during times of crisis! End-to-end scenario analyses require this visibility data as input.

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Solvoyo

MARCH 29, 2020

We believe that the CPG commercial world is already taking several actions to adapt to the supply chain disruptions of the pandemic. 2) Real-time visibility is extremely valuable during times of crisis! End-to-end scenario analyses require this visibility data as input.

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