ivalua

MARCH 28, 2019

Over the years, we have moved from the first spend analysis initiatives, laboriously building Excel-based “spend cubes”, through to today’s automated, cloud-based, AI-driven, integrated, holistic (add your own buzz-word here…) procurement platform.

Procurement 167

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Unleashed

MAY 19, 2020

Knocked back just 7% in sales volumes during the height of 2020 lockdowns, according to Unleashed Software’s own data, the beer industry overall has shown remarkable resilience – for somewhat obvious reasons – and appears likely to continue its expansion. Case study 1: Epic Brewing Company. Case study 2: Zeffer Cider.

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software Inventory Management Software Demand Planning Software 98

Enterra Insights

JUNE 26, 2019

When reading current case studies focused on S&OP, she notes, “[They] sound the same as the ones heard when I completed S&OP research in 2004. ”[2] Think back 30 years to around the time the S&OP concept was first developed. .”[2] emerged and Facebook was just getting started. They are: 1.

S&OP 100

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 5, 2021

Companies have leveraged digital tools, and evolving skills, to collect vast data about product or raw materials sourcing, transportation, logistics, and manufacturing. Just-in-time” production has become a hallmark of today’s Supply Chains. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer.

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

In particular, the landscape is being challenged with a number of fundamental drivers: The changing consumer preferences with the move towards fresh, natural/organic/healthy, convenience foods and locally sourced products but at the same time looking for value. Houston – We have a Supply Chain Problem.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Modeling Material Savings 52

o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

In particular, the landscape is being challenged with a number of fundamental drivers: The changing consumer preferences with the move towards fresh, natural/organic/healthy, convenience foods and locally sourced products but at the same time looking for value. Houston – We have a Supply Chain Problem.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing 52

Claritum

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

The variables and complexities of purchasing products and services, from basic supplies through to strategic purchases, make Procurement a key resource within the business. The focus should be on automating the buying process from a user/departmental perspective. Certainly wasting procurement time in irrelevant details.

Procurement Solutions 69

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills 69

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. Similarly, one can assume that in many cases, businesses that fail do so because of financial problems —a fact that makes the following statistic also worthy of consideration: . . Supply Chain Strategy.

Inventory Reduction 101

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ThroughPut

OCTOBER 7, 2022

AI-driven demand forecasting creates numerous benefits by consuming real-time data and continuously identifying new patterns. Demand planners and supply managers now have the control over operations to ensure agile actions as with this forecasting model,they anticipate demand changes rather than just responding to them.

Forecasting 52

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ivalua

APRIL 26, 2019

The new quick deployment methodology enables clients to get best practice P2P in just 12 weeks, minimizing time to value. But interestingly, firms are deluding themselves – 65% of those surveyed self-assessed themselves as “advanced purchasing organisations” while the objective analysis suggests that the true figure was more like 16%!

Manufacturing Procurement 150

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Network Software Purchasing Skills 150

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 27, 2022

Supply chain excellence is easier to say than to explain. After two decades of study, I think because it is a lack of understanding. The promise of a well-intended consultant just sounds sooooooo good. A Case Study. Keith was an undisputed leader in building talent to drive manufacturing excellence.

Procurement Analytics 345

Procurement Analytics Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 345

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 6, 2020

“We have captured many benefits thanks to the decision we took to extend our JAGGAER implementation to include sourcing. And not least, double-digit cost savings on our electronic sourcing bid events.”. Since then OSU has conducted around 900 sourcing events via JAGGAER. Paperless at the O.K. It has certainly had an impact.

Purchasing Skills 52

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Far more value-oriented shoppers would embrace just-in-time shopping techniques, balancing perceived best price with product availability. Business Process Outsourcing.

Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 30

Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply and Demand 30

Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Brent crude oil prices Dec 2009 – Dec 2014 (Source MoneyAM.com). In many cases, we look at recent trends and simply project them forward, but this assumes that the factors impacting that trend, either directly or indirectly, will remain the same, which is often a false assumption. million bbl/d in 2015.” .

Predictive Analytics Software 202

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In his role, Ernest owns strategic sourcing, materials planning, customer care, and logistics operations globally. In 2018, Rockwell Automation won the Supply Chains to Admire Award. To understand the journey, we interviewed Ernest Nicolas, head of the global supply chain at Rockwell to gain insights. Note the general trend of improvement.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 21, 2022

As I spent the time reflecting over the last three weeks, the number of articles streaming into my feed on supply chain implications was high, but most of them were wrong. ” Corporations serve international markets, and the source of rare minerals (so critical for the evolution of the green supply chain) is primarily Asia.

Modeling 280

Modeling Supply Chain Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software 280

Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 30, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. We are familiar with the concept of buying online books, electronic goods, gift articles, apparels. But do we purchase grocery online (excluding the perishables) in India.

Manufacturing Procurement 25

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

So in order to perhaps spawn some ideas for your supply chain excellence efforts, I thought I’d offer a brief overview of how four leading organisations are achieving their successes and cementing their mastery of the 21 st century supply chain. 4 Leading Operators with the Supply Chain X-Factor. The Sustainability Drive.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Starbucks redesigned their cups for the Grande product, and the flimsy cups were a source of constant spills and burns. My order of unsweetened ice tea was wrong 55% of the time. In my work with clients, customers bandy about the term “customer-centric supply chain.” As a pragmatic gal, they make me itch. Wrong Stuff.

Customer Service 300

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 6, 2020

The changeover times for the CM Bartlelts was 5X more prolonged than the more agile IM machines. Equipment washouts represented 11% of the change over time and were a significant barrier to agility. I reached out to the corporate R&D team for help, but they did not have the time to work on the change. Sharing My Experience.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 295

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

So, while a paper writing helper may assist you in mastering the art of scholarly composition, the insights into marketing will empower you to excel in the broader realm of healthcare communication. Source: [link] 1. It’s not just about how much a product costs but how that price is framed.

Purchasing Skills 52

Purchasing Skills Price Reduction Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. » The Real Headline for the 2011 Holiday Buying Season- Need for Balancing Retailer Online and Fulfillment Process Investments. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service.

Manufacturing Procurement 29

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QAD

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Source: Corning; Gary P. While many or most may disappear in extreme cases, the “old way” will survive to some degree and the last one standing will be the company with a unique value proposition or the one that can exist at the lowest prices/costs, in a more generic market. How do you respond to innovation threats?

Innovation 88

Innovation Modeling Software Analytics Software Purchasing Skills 88

Precoro

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Users can receive timely notifications when the vehicle is fully charged and can even pay from the app. Mr. Lelarge is responsible for sourcing materials and services for constructing cutting-edge e-charging stations and overseeing the delivery logistics from suppliers to Electra's warehouse.

Procurement Solutions 52

Procurement Solutions Pricing Training Purchasing Training Procurement Analytics 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 10, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Finance & Accounting. Human Resources. Product Categories. Banking Suite. Cloud & Big Data. Customer Service. Digital Commerce.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Innovation 28

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

To drive global scale, companies need to design the supply chain to buy globally and execute locally. Brands include Carters, OshKosh B’gosh, Child of Mine, Just One You, and Genuine Kids. For this case study we interviewed Peter Smith, currently the EVP of Supply Chain for Carter’s. Managing complexity is key.

Supply Chain Design Software 195

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 195

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 15, 2014

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. For example, preventive maintenance are either time based or meter based and it appears that it has got nothing to do with equipment dynamics in itself. Business Process Outsourcing.

Expense Reduction 39

Expense Reduction Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Strategy 39

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 5, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. It is the time of the year when you look back at the predications that were made and how they turned out. I am just going to look at a prediction that was made a while back.

Supply Chain Planning Software 24

Supply Chain Planning Software Vendor Strategies Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical 24

Precoro

AUGUST 9, 2022

Andrew Jefferson, COO at Ridgeline, and Isabel Göller, Finance Manager, were kind enough to share their experience optimizing the purchasing process using the Precoro procurement solution. Thanks to Andrew and Isabel, we gathered valuable information on how procurement automation can improve purchasing workflow and employee productivity.

Procurement Solutions 52

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Waste Reduction 52

Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

That’s why it seemed a good idea to highlight some very practical and in most cases, inexpensive ways your company can keep employees hungry to learn, and to satisfy their appetite with readily accessible sources of supply chain education and knowledge. It doesn’t have to be delivered online or in the classroom.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

DECEMBER 31, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. My guest commentary comes at the end of December as the early indicators from the 2012 surge holiday buying period already point to yet another set of significant learning for global retailers.

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Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Optimal Sourcing 24

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Nick Lynch is the Global Excellence Manager at Shell Lubricants, a division of Shell Global. It is just not enough to do a software upgrade or slowly push continuous improvement projects. Nick is a master of influence skills and building cross-functional, horizontal processes. In this post we share our take on his journey.

Demand Planning Software 256

Demand Planning Software Supply and Demand Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 256

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MAY 25, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Ive always felt that this was one good management case study of charting out a strategy and staying true to it, in spite of quarter-on-quarter setbacks. Customer Service.

Pharmaceutical 22

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 22

Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 8, 2014

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Finance & Accounting. Human Resources. Product Categories. Banking Suite. Cloud & Big Data. Customer Service. Digital Commerce.

Analytics Software 35

Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 35

Precoro

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Zug Campus - Source: ISZL website Initial purchasing process at ISZL Before last year, when faculty and staff at the International School of Zug and Luzern wanted to buy something, they could briefly discuss it with the principal or other budget holders and then order what was needed instead of going through a formal process.

Purchasing Skills 52

Purchasing Skills Pricing Training Purchasing Training Procurement Solutions 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 3, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. The evolution of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) over the years can be compared to a similar development, time and again breaking the ever growing shell of EAM requirements.

Asset Management 30

Asset Management Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 30

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 6, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Social media helps in bringing real time data in terms of the percentage likes or dislikes posted by users of a social media site. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service.

Supply Chain Planning Software 22

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