Jaggaer

JUNE 9, 2020

Procurement teams can lead the way in building a robust system into the future. This should serve as a wakeup call for procurement teams to take a look at the clauses in their contracts. Plus, these tools can integrate into supplier management systems to combine contract results with other risk assessment factors.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 16, 2020

Business management tools like spreadsheet software and invoice-creation tools saved significant amounts of time and aided recordkeeping. Companies got a taste of the now-booming software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry starting in 1999. Mobile Apps Make Information Portable.

Supply Chain Planning Software 124

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

People (and our purchasing decisions!) Advanced omnichannel analytics and deep listening software can help you track emotion on every channel your brand and customers use. He explains, “[Technology solutions are] only as powerful as the humans who use them. ” Concluding Thoughts. Footnotes. [1] 1] Simon N.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Coming on top of a very difficult and complex existing situation, Covid-19 has put additional pressure on profitability and capital requirements in the banking sector in the European Union and Africa, with drops in revenue in the order of 35-45% and the lowest return on equity since the aftermath of the great crash of 2008.

Vendor Strategies 52

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Omnichannel has been a go-to plan for retailers since 2008, but it is changing. If a consumer wants to view a product on a smart device while in-store, they are 20-percent more likely to complete the purchase. Levy Mobile Technology to Encourage Positive Experiences and More Purchases. It is just shopping.

Omnichannel 163

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Ware2Go

APRIL 5, 2022

This includes receiving order tracking credentials seconds after purchase, looking up shipment status on any device at any time, and receiving real-time shipping updates at all stops along the package’s journey – even the last mile. This includes providing a fast, inexpensive, and personalized eCommerce experience from purchase to delivery.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 98

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

The engineers will begin by developing 3D software to emulate the “complexities of real life.” This was part of the reason the company missed its 2008 goal to reduce aircraft emissions by 20 percent by the end of 2020. New aircraft purchases are focused around twinjets such as the Boeing 767 and 777.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 165

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 19, 2017

In 2008, statistics involving TMS adoption rates ranged from 20 to 30 percent. Meanwhile, 2008 was a time when the deployment of cloud-based technologies was in infancy, so some companies may not have understood survey questions and their applicability to existing operations. Thus, implementing a TMS becomes the natural solution.

Vendor Strategies 137

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

I find that in this world of the global multi-national that procurement processes have become convoluted and increasingly complex. (In In my opinion, we have made procurement increasingly complex without adding value. SanDisk Corporation designs, develops and manufactures flash memory storage devices and software.

Inventory Reduction 150

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2014

made that prediction in 2008 (see the Barron’s article What $300-a-Barrel Oil Will Mean for You ). So, here is my invented future for 2015, starting with my most audacious prediction: Google will acquire a logistics service provider (3PL) and/or a logistics software vendor. That will be in 2015, after the peak of oil [supply].”.

Predictive Analytics Software 201

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 8, 2014

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. » Impact of SMAC on Enterprise Software Applications. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Human Resources.

Analytics Software 35

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Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2016

According to a press release issued by Brambles (parent company of CHEP ), the purchase price was $115 million, a nice premium over the $45 million Brambles paid for LeanLogistics in March 2008. When that deal was announced eight years ago, I was also surprised, but bullish on the opportunities ahead of them.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 12, 2021

Since the recession in 2008, traditional lenders don’t usually grant loans to small businesses that easily. With one, companies can enjoy a myriad of benefits, including the chance to build or improve their credit standing, purchase business needs on the go, or get discounts on travel, hotel stays, or gas. Keep track of your purchases.

Expense Reduction 71

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 14, 2020

We’re seeing accelerated usage of omnichannel retail, pickup and home delivery is prospering, social influencers are growing in importance as is live eCommerce, subscription services are on the rise, and there’s a growing desire for smart ‘touchless’ solutions.” ” Footnotes. [1] What Does That Mean For CPG Brands?

Purchasing Skills 100

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. » Is Agile methodology a good solution for ERP implementations. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 24

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 21, 2022

Since the inception of this blog in 2008, Supply Chain Matters has provided perspectives and takeaway thoughts from each annual report. GDP level, and a level not seen since 2008. There is no cost for paid CSCMP membership, or the report can be purchased for $249 by non CSCMP members. For 2021, U.S. percent to $1.85

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Interest Rates : The Federal Reserve in the United States is expected to raise interest rates this week , the first increase since cutting the rate to near zero following the Great Recession in 2008. TMS for SMB: Breaking Down the Barriers.

Predictive Analytics Software 120

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Xeeva

MAY 3, 2018

He also discussed what AI is and how it’s impacting manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and other industries. Related: Get started with your procurement data using AI technology. Make the first step in getting started with your procurement data by downloading the whitepaper today. Change can be scary. Click To Tweet.

Manufacturing Procurement 41

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EcoVadis

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Launched in 2018 with Shui Mahieu, Sustain gave us an opportunity to embellish our gallery with portraits of responsible purchasing professionals. Global Sourcing Director – Methods, Tools & Responsible Sourcing (Bel Group). Pascale, how did you get into responsible purchasing? Pascale de Felix .

Manufacturing Procurement 10

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NC State SCRC

APRIL 27, 2019

If you have a bad relationship, and people are striving for capacity coming out of recession in 2008 and 2009 who will get the capacity – the customer of choice or the jerk. Does the solution create revenue? Does the solution improve the cash conversion cycle? You’ve got to work this.

Optimal Sourcing 40

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TransAudit

AUGUST 29, 2023

Purchase of USF in 2005: The acquisition of USF, though appearing promising on paper, led to integration complications and further increased Yellow’s debt. The 2008 financial crisis added fuel to the fire, putting severe pressure on Yellow’s financials. Trans Audit provides insights and solutions that are both strategic and tactical.

Negotiating Skills 88

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Manufacturers will seek custom (or specifically tailored) e-commerce solutions. Databases and data storage improvements, complemented by easy-to-use, analytical software are the biggest changes when it comes improving the quality of a company’s products, says Studio B analyst David Gillman, author of the article. Forecasting Demand.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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Supply Chain Movement

JUNE 12, 2015

Launched in 2008 as an initiative of Supply Chain Media in collaboration with BLMC, the Supply Chain Professional Award is an annual event that culminates in a final held aboard the Spido boat James Cook which sails through Rotterdam and the surrounding area. 2012 Erik Botter, Director Purchasing & Logistics, Pearle Benelux.

Supply Chain Planning 60

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Compared to the 1,382 containers on average lost per year between 2008-2019 as reported by The World Shipping Council, that’s a big jump. Consider purchasing maritime insurance. Ready to drive smarter solutions to prepare your supply chain for a vessel accident? What’s the reason for it?

Supply Chain Planning Software 68

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QAD

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

That was the key finding of a 2000 study by Columbia University psychologists Sheena Iyengar and Mark Lepper, who decided to test how consumers react to having a lot of options when making purchasing decisions. QAD Adaptive ERP and QAD DynaSys DSCP solutions (e.g. Make Supply Chains Flexible.

Automotive 109

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Freightos

JANUARY 28, 2016

A (short-term at least) solution for large forwarders to sustain growth path by acquiring assets, reach or just size. The 2008-12 global recession, dampened demand, stoking TEU overcapacity, so plunging freight rates, and therefore forwarders’ margin. Kuhne Nagel’s purchase of U.S. XPO’s purchase of Con-way ).

Predictive Analytics Software 120

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Freightos

JANUARY 28, 2016

A (short-term at least) solution for large forwarders to sustain growth path by acquiring assets, reach or just size. The 2008-12 global recession, dampened demand, stoking TEU overcapacity, so plunging freight rates, and therefore forwarders’ margin. Kuhne Nagel’s purchase of U.S. XPO’s purchase of Con-way ).

Predictive Analytics Software 120

Predictive Analytics Software Freight Purchasing Skills Price Reduction 120

The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

MARCH 6, 2014

1] The shortage of imported formula created a frenzy around the world as Chinese went overseas to purchase infant formula – some for personal use and many for resale in the black market (Figure below).    This is only a short-term solution.    There are three problems with this idea.    English'

China 60

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EcoVadis

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

As we enter into the « year of the Tiger », we can take a look back on the latest developments of Sustainable Procurement. For those of you working in purchasing, the last 18 months have been a real roller-coaster, with sky high commodity prices in 2008, down to minimums in 2009, picking up again in the 1st months of 2010.

Sustainability 40

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 26, 2013

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. These regular concerns were impacting planner communitys confidence & trust with an existing APO solution & team managing it.

Supply Chain Planning Software 29

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3rdwave

MARCH 20, 2020

From SARS, MERS, and Ebola, to the Japanese tsunami in 2011 and the financial crisis of 2008, supply chains have been challenged. 3rdwave iTMS is an international transportation solution that provides total product visibility from Purchase Order to Final Delivery. The need for import visibility in a time of crisis.

Transportation 54

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 14, 2023

He indicated that if the company had not significantly invested in this unit in 2008-2009, Amazon would be a far different and likely less profitable company. placement and logistics software, processes, physical operations) to create eight interconnected regions in smaller geographic areas. We made significant internal changes (e.g.,

Inventory Reduction 52

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Before the crash of 2008 things were so easy – focus on efficiency, focus on cost reduction. At the ISC’s inaugural European event, delegates will learn from thought leaders, practitioners and solution providers on how to: Handle this new world of multi-channel demand signal. Organisation: Integrated Supply Chain.

Europe 60

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 20, 2023

They further added to growing concerns that consumers have moderated on their desires to purchase an all-electric vehicle. The second factor is that true to the company’s core Silicon Valley high tech culture of striving to shatter existing industry norms and practices, the company produced its first vehicle in 2008, nearly 15 years ago.

Price Reduction 52

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Unleashed

APRIL 1, 2020

This coronavirus-induced downturn is unlike the 2008 recession, where the economy was active but the credit markets were frozen, as Vox’s editor-at-large Ezra Klein points out. Yet there are silver linings: firstly, with the cause of the downturn so obvious we may yet see a rapid rebound if and when a vaccine or other solution can be found.

Material Savings 106

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 6, 2015

Before the crash of 2008 things were so easy – focus on efficiency, focus on cost reduction. At the ISC’s inaugural European event, delegates will learn from thought leaders, practitioners and solution providers on how to: Handle this new world of multi-channel demand signal. Venue: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Brussels (B).

Europe 60

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 30, 2022

As part of LogiSYM Asia Pacific 2022, we had the opportunity to chat with Vittorio Favati, Chief Executive Officer – TVS Supply Chain Solutions GFS. Currently, I am leading the Global Forwarding Solutions (GFS) business of TVS SCS. while nearly doubling the size of the company.

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