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New Supplier Relationship Management Certificate  

All Things Supply Chain

The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) has launched a new supplier Relationship Management certificate designed to help supply chain professionalsbuild strong supplier relationships. Strong supplier relationships help mitigate risk…

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How to use Root Cause Analysis in Supply Chain Management

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Most consumers realize that the products they purchase are the result of a global chain of suppliers and logistics. And while a global supply chain brings benefits in terms of…

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What is the Role of Suppliers in Supply Chain Management?

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• Efficient and well-ordered suppliers are worth their weight in gold. In an increasingly competitive world, establishing favorable relationships with such high-caliber suppliers is imperative for good business. • But who or what are suppliers? The post What is the Role of Suppliers in Supply Chain Management?

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Friends not Foes, Supplier Relationships Made to Last

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Supply chains are complex and varied; to manage them effectively, you need to understand exactly what’s happening in both your supply chain and your customers’ end markets. These teams were able to quickly communicate and negotiate with their key suppliers to establish a “supplier of choice” solution.

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The Cost-Plus World of Supply Chains: The Macroeconomic and Geopolitical Environment

From new pricing strategies and material substitutability to alternative suppliers and stockpiling, a new GEP-commissioned Economist Impact report reveals that enterprises are adopting a variety of approaches underpinned by data and technology.

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The Five Components of Supply Chain Management

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What are the components of supply chain management? We cannot discuss these components without first talking about supply chain management. The growing supply chain management (SCM) software market speaks volumes about the ever-increasing importance of SCM within procurement.

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Supply Chain Management in Apparel Industry

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Managing the flow of goods within the apparel industry requires an extensive and well-established supply chain network. Since this particular industry is insanely fast-paced, any problem within the supply chain can lead to a loss of sales for the business. Stages of Operations in an Apparel Business. Conclusion.