The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Procurement, activities such as strategic sourcing, are one of the main processes in the supply chains that can generate a positive impact on companies by giving them a competitive advantage in the market. Strategic sourcing can help supply chain leaders identify potential risk factors and develop procurement mitigation plans.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the global world of businesses, companies often seek help from sourcing agencies to figure out how to get the things they need. But what’s a sourcing agency or sourcing agent and how does it make buying things easier? Let’s explore this world of sourcing agencies and understand what they do.

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ivalua

APRIL 25, 2023

Ivalua provides us with greater transparency and data-driven insights which will allow us to improve our sourcing decisions and contract management, and also optimize supplier management”, said Niklas Selle, Digital transformation lead in Supply Chain at Aker BP. “We Learn more at www.ivalua.com. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

I recently had the opportunity to speak at the Agro&Food Security Forum in Warsaw, Poland. This is a new and very important platform for the global dialogue in the search for effective solutions to ensure global food security. Building Global Agriculture Value Chain and Food Security Capability.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2021

Redwood City, CA, June 30, 2021 – Ivalua, a global leader in Cloud Spend Management solutions, announces an extension of its source-to-pay platform with a new payments solution to digitize and streamline global supplier payments. Enabling the complete source-to-pay process within the Ivalua Platform has always been a strategic objective.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 19, 2021

Cyber Security and the Digital Supply Chain! Cyber security is important article and permission to publish here provided by Daniel Williams. It is often referred to as electronic information security or information technology security. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 11, 2021

Cyber Security and the Digital Supply Chain! Cyber security options article and permission to publish here provided by Angelo Chongco. The growth of supply chain cyber threats in the aftermath of COVID-19 has also made a serious risk for cyber security much more vital than it has always been. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 7, 2020

As organizations retool their supply chains for 2021, they have an opportunity to revisit their sourcing strategies, too.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 23, 2021

So, this blog post will go over some best practices for securing that all-important data to prevent any devastating security breaches down the line through less than savory methods such as hacking, leading to considerable revenue losses. How do I make my eCommerce Site Secure? Closed-source proprietary software.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 27, 2021

3] Following year-long discussions about supply chain resilience, the Economist reminds us, “Resilience comes not from autarky but from diverse sources of supply.”[4] When national security is at stake, governments have a role in making supplies more secure.” ” The BCG analysts agree.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Are you looking for a safe and secure way of moving samples and specimens? Our biostorage solutions range from short-term sample storage at our state-of-the-art facilities to long-term cryogenic preservation in one of the world’s most secure commercial biorepositories. The post Safe and Secure Lab Transport Services!

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ChainPoint

JUNE 5, 2023

ChainPoint is happy to announce that Source Intelligence, an industry-leading software provider of supply chain compliance and ESG management solutions, announces its acquisition of ChainPoint, a software platform for monitoring and securing supply chains.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Such actions were to include mitigation of risks related to China based sourcing, which is now commonly referred to as a China Plus sourcing strategy. That was followed by a public acknowledgement from CEO Tim Cook that the company’s 60 percent sourcing of various production within the country was too much.

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American Global Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This article sheds light on some common challenges associated with big data, including data quality, security, and privacy concerns. Inaccurate or Incomplete Data: Big data often comprises unstructured or semi-structured data from various sources. Integrating data from disparate sources can be complex. Data Integration Issues.

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QAD

JULY 13, 2021

I caught up with a former colleague recently to discuss her procurement project which comprised a year-long strategic sourcing engagement. Although she and her team had delivered on a number of procurement objectives through strategic sourcing, she was uncertain where efforts on the supply base should focus next. What’s Next?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 18, 2022

For many years the predominant priority in sourcing has been finding the lowest cost possible. What is the appropriate sourcing strategy going forward? Should you keep work in low cost geographies, establish sources in multiple geographies, or on-shore work into high cost domestic countries? Geographic Sourcing History.

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CHAINalytics

AUGUST 11, 2022

Long-tail COVID afflicts shipping too A lot has happened … The post Building a Resilient Transportation Portfolio: <br/>Secure Your Network Going Forward [Podcast] appeared first on Chainalytics. Which COVID-era measures will shippers continue to carry forward?

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Resilinc

MAY 3, 2022

There are few industries where security requirements are as rigorous and intensive as in aerospace and defense. defense supply chain, no matter their location, are already required to pass facility and personnel security clearances managed by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency. As the U.S.

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QAD

APRIL 22, 2021

This is certainly true in the area of strategic sourcing where procurement teams rely heavily on manually intensive efforts to identify and select suppliers. Manufacturers face ongoing challenges in selecting the optimal source of supply for the many materials, products and services they procure. Boost Long-term Supplier Relationships.

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EC Sourcing Group

JUNE 14, 2023

In the dynamic world of procurement , sourcing teams are constantly on the lookout for innovative strategies to drive cost savings and improve supplier relationships. With increasing interest from companies of all sizes around the globe, reverse auctions are revolutionizing the way sourcing teams approach negotiations.

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Adexa

JANUARY 25, 2021

With Adexa, our clients benefit from the latest technology available in security, using SAML authentication with third party Identity Management systems; and reliability, whether it is on the client’s own cloud, on premise or Adexa cloud. At Adexa, we ensure system uptime combined with security of your data. That is Adexa promise!

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EC Sourcing Group

DECEMBER 13, 2021

What Is Vendor Sourcing? Generally speaking, vendor sourcing is when you choose vendors to supply you with either goods or services. In years past, vendor sourcing could be an intricate and lengthy process. Read on to learn more about auction vendor sourcing and more about the management process.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Despite internal disputes, China’s government has successfully leveraged its position as the world’s second-largest economy to secure a dominant role in the ongoing global currency war. In effect, Beijing seeks to use Bitcoin to secure global strategic interests. Securing strategic interests in Bitcoin.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 20, 2022

Here are four tactics with actionable steps to secure good talent, increase employee satisfaction, reduce turnover, and develop a thriving workforce. Source: Fortune. #3: Source: Fortune. Whatever industry you’re in, you’re probably facing a swell of attrition, as 41% of the global workforce considers quitting.

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EC Sourcing Group

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Legacy sourcing methods work against you. From lost opportunities to higher costs, outdated sourcing methods and traditional sourcing strategies can impede your success and the growth of your business. Sourcing Strategies in Procurement: What Is Traditional Sourcing?

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EC Sourcing Group

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Strategic Sourcing Solutions to Enhance Your Bottom Line. Strategic sourcing is vital to procurement and the supply chain overall, as it allows companies to gain the lowest cost of a good or service while minimizing supply chain risk. What Is Strategic Sourcing?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

Highway provides brokers with comprehensive data on carrier equipment to supercharge their capacity sourcing and vetting efforts. The company accelerates connections and drives engagement, making the industry more integrated, digital, and secure. The company is committed to improving security and efficiency in the industry.

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ivalua

JUNE 14, 2023

The sponsor ensures the implementation is aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives and secures buy-in from other stakeholders. They work closely with IT to address technical challenges, ensure seamless integration, and maintain data security and integrity.

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EC Sourcing Group

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Demystifying Transportation Sourcing. If you are like me, transportation sourcing is a mind boggling and complex field. This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing. This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing. Applying sound sourcing principles will enable you to unlock value.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 9, 2022

The Colonial Pipeline attack in June 2021 clearly demonstrated the devastating repercussions of having inadequate cybersecurity—and more specifically, poor data security—in the supply chain. Answering the question, “Why is supply chain security important?”, What Is Data Security in the Supply Chain ?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2024

Then in 2019, the newly reorganized Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency put special emphasis on protecting critical technology. Additionally, they are tracking 5 billion pounds of goods back to their original source to ensure a wide variety of compliance standards are met.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Freight sourcing team article and permission to publish here provided by Katharine Barrios at xeneta.com. Freight sourcing and procurement is a critical component of the whole supply chain and is crucial to the success of the business. These are the must-haves for any effective freight sourcing team. Subscribe Here!

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Parade

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

San Francisco, CA —February 9, 2022— Parade, the leader in carrier access and truckload capacity management platform software for freight brokers, announces securing $12.7M Early funding sources include Arena Ventures, BASE Ventures, at.inc/, and other strategic industries leaders. in Series A funding led by Menlo Ventures.

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EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Demystifying Transportation Sourcing. If you are like me, transportation sourcing is a mind boggling and complex field. This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing. This article is about creating value in transportation sourcing. Applying sound sourcing principles will enable you to unlock value.

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Logility

OCTOBER 6, 2023

And those that leverage on-demand services provide secure access to scalable, high-performance environments available around the globe. Enhanced security – cloud provides robust security measures and can help you better protect your supply chain data and systems.

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