EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. With the right strategies in purchasing, logistics and supply chain, you can navigate through a recession and come out as a winner.

Inventory Reduction 52

Inventory Reduction Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction 52

Talking Logistics

JUNE 7, 2017

During the Great Recession of 2007-2009, demand decreased rapidly for container shipping, causing a chain reaction for carriers. Reserve the right to reduce your quantity commitment (MQC) based on specific declining carrier metrics such as on time performance, services scope, transit requirements and direct ports of call.

Pricing Training 101

Pricing Training Negotiating Skills Purchasing Training Cost Reduction Strategies 101

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 4, 2013

Abby and I are writing an e-book on Supply Chain Metrics that Matter. Likewise, in today’s supply chain environment, I find that supply chain leaders favor a single function of logistics, manufacturing or sourcing. Companies that are not looking holistically at metrics are stuck. It will publish in the early summer.

Price Mitigation Strategies 266

Price Mitigation Strategies Training Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies 266

ShipBob

AUGUST 3, 2020

It was the world’s largest VC firm in 2007 with over $20 million in assets during the year. Founded in 2009, Forerunner Ventures specializes in investing in commerce-related businesses including Warby Parker, Away, Jet, Hims, Hers, Glossier, Bonobos, and others. A thorough understanding of metrics that prove out business models.

Trends 105

Trends Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Modeling Software 105