ivalua

JANUARY 29, 2021

The other key change from the pandemic around strategic priorities was that supplier sourcing and supplier risk management were the only other major strategic priority to increase. Read the Hackett Group’s 2021 Procurement Insights report. Interested in learning more? appeared first on Ivalua.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Historically, the role of Procurement has been regarded as being exclusively aligned with cost management and supplier management , which is only part of the full picture. The post Strategic Procurement: 4 Tactics for Economic Recovery in 2021 appeared first on Ivalua. It’s critical to be vigilant.

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ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

in October 2021*, the highest in more than three decades, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). An Ardent 2021 survey of more than 350 CPOs and other business leaders found that there’s a strong push by procurement teams to adopt suites instead of a collection of standalone or one-off solutions. More on that here.

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Proxima

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Five procurement leaders outline what 2021 has in store. We can’t predict the future but as we all wrestle with the opportunities and challenges that 2021 will bring, we thought it would be helpful to take a look at the issues at the top of the inboxes of some of the world’s top procurement leaders.

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Proxima

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Five procurement leaders outline what 2021 has in store. We can’t predict the future but as we all wrestle with the opportunities and challenges that 2021 will bring, we thought it would be helpful to take a look at the issues at the top of the inboxes of some of the world’s top procurement leaders.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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HICX Solutions

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The 2020s have been one tough decade…and it’s only 2021. When it comes to building strong supplier experience management for the future, procurement needs to rethink our strategies. Earlier this year, Procurious and HICX teamed up to bring you the ultimate survivalist webcast: How to Improve Supplier Experience.

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EC Sourcing Group

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Demystifying Transportation Sourcing. 9/2/2021 – Guest Blog Post from Kumar Kannan of Procural. 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.

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EC Sourcing Group

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Demystifying Transportation Sourcing. 9/2/2021 – Guest Blog Post from Kumar Kannan of Procural. 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.

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ivalua

JANUARY 13, 2023

Today, many US businesses proudly maintain robust supplier diversity programs. . The shift in the way supplier diversity is viewed in the US is promising, but it is more encouraging to see how supplier diversity has grown and expanded beyond the US.

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Taulia

JANUARY 19, 2021

As we head into 2021, here are the top five procurement risks that need to be front of mind for organizations – from the risk of supply chain disruption and changes in customer behavior, to the rise of remote working and a growing focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations.

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QAD

MAY 20, 2021

44% reported extended order fulfillment times and increased supplier prices. 25% reported bankruptcy of suppliers. A 2021 winter storm in Texas stopped 80% of chemical production affecting the majority of the US’ supply of plastic polymers. In 2020, air freight costs from China to the US increased 81%.

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ivalua

JULY 21, 2021

REV Group embarked on its sourcing and procurement transformation earlier this year, which included four appointments to REV’s global sourcing and supply chain team, representing the Fire & Emergency, Commercial and Recreation segments. Benefits include: Shortened sourcing cycle times. 100% visibility of sourcing processes.

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ivalua

MAY 11, 2021

May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Ivalua, a leading global spend management cloud provider, and PwC, a trusted Ivalua implementation partner, today announced that Arkad S.p.A. procurement digital transformation started on December 2020 with the Go-Live of the Ivalua Supplier Management module. REDWOOD CITY, Calif.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Risk management solutions scrape data from hundreds of thousands of online & social-media sites, but Autoliv also has access to sources of information that they pay for. They wanted these diverse sources of information pulled together in one central, user-friendly location they call their “garage.” Any final thoughts?

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The global industrial minerals group will deploy Ivalua’s Spend Management platform across five continents to digitize the Source-to-Requisition (S2R) process. Imerys will implement Ivalua’s full source-to-pay suite including all spend analysis. billion in revenue and 17,000 employees in 2021. Follow us at @Ivalua.

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QAD

JULY 7, 2022

A recent Quality Digest article suggested that “ethical supply chain management is being fueled by consumer demand, profitability, and visibility. The concept of ethical sourcing has risen in popularity during the past four years.” . as a tornado struck a town in Kentucky in December 2021, workers at. In the U.S.,

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QAD

JANUARY 24, 2023

Due Diligence from the Source Collaborative supplier relationships cut supply risks and result in a greatly beneficial relationship for all parties involved. The needed connectivity between manufacturers and suppliers means relying on increased digitized processes and solutions.

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ivalua

JUNE 15, 2022

2B EUR Revenue in 2021. In recent years, Körber’s global supply chain management network has integrated all relevant processes as they expand in multiple markets. Procurement is a core role in any modern business, but when issues surface, it can be a source of waste and inefficiency. Körber at a Glance…. Growth and Challenges.

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QAD

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Suez Canal obstruction, natural disasters, wars, scarcity of semiconductors, the energy crisis in Europe…are all examples showcasing the need to better manage and monitor your supplier base. Below is a view of supplier Aidan Lovett Limited in QAD SRM. Do you want to see more? Stay tuned!

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Creating Lasting Value Across Your Source-to-Contract Process. The source-to-contract process is where Procurement identifies and creates value for their organization. Join this session to learn more about: Running efficient sourcing projects and RFXs. Improving sourcing decisions and outcomes with optimization.

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 13, 2021

SMI involves external market research identifying information on key suppliers, available capacity, technology trends, price and cost data and trends, technical requirements, environmental and regulatory issues, and any other data that is available.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Under pressure to quickly identify new sources of supply, due diligence has–at times been reduced, thereby increasing the likelihood of quality issues, unknowingly supporting forced labor, or exposing organizations to fraud. Rather than disrupt supply, let’s disrupt supplier management. Few knew until impacted.

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ivalua

MARCH 16, 2021

They discussed the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Procurement and came up with this list of 8 critical supply chain management activities that can help Procurement teams build and maintain supply chain resilience now and in the years to come. Strategic sourcing professionals may end up doing tactical work, as well.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The stated overall theme for our 2021 predictions series was a ‘ year of renewal’ where new thinking, definition and directions would be addressed for what is required in a “ new normal ” of business. One of the most valuable learnings of 2020 was the value and dedication of people in supporting supply chain customer fulfillment needs.

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QAD

JANUARY 27, 2021

Life science manufacturers need a r esource, quality and supplier management solution for the journey from pre-approval to IPO. Integrated supplier management: Real-time visibility of supplier performance. Then, you have other questions to consider such as a backup supply source, for both materials and packaging.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2021

According to the 2021 Deloitte Chief Procurement Officer Survey, “Around 70% of CPOs felt that they had good visibility on the risks that existed in their direct (tier 1) suppliers. Oftentimes, supplier, contract, and category management have kept a mix of spreadsheets and SharePoint, as this is the comfortable choice.

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 6, 2022

Amongst the issues faced by both businesses and consumers in 2021, supply chain shortages – and the resulting challenges – held strong in the headlines throughout the year. Five Lessons Learned Overcoming 2021’s Supply Chain Challenges. Just how bad were supply chain challenges in 2021? Bad enough to become the subject of memes.

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QAD

JUNE 2, 2022

However, a 2021 BearingPoint Procurement Pulse Check indicates that the main drivers are regulatory with 85% of respondents that this is the primary reason for implementing sustainable procurement practices. This Supply Chain Due Diligence Act was approved in July 2021 and is planned to take effect on January 1, 2023. Are You Prepared?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 19, 2022

Our 2021 All Star Seasoned Leadership in Action Interviews! Over the past 20 years I have been fortunate to have worked in various industries (Automotive, Electronics, Plastics, Oil/Gas, Financial and Communication Equipment) for various world class companies, with a focus on Strategic Sourcing and Procurement. Subscribe Here!

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QAD

JANUARY 11, 2022

In his 2022 predictions article, Brent describes the challenges manufacturers know all too well in 2021: increasing order fulfillment times and costs resulting from labor and raw material shortages, among others. Supplier network visibility is an area requiring much greater attention.

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ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

Successful deployment of source-to-contract suite increases tail supplier management efficiency and optimizes overall process automation. The project scope included Ivalua’s Source-to-Contract (S2C) capabilities and was delivered on schedule to support Ahlsell’s digital transformation Agenda.

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EC Sourcing Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Inflation is a problem in the United States, but it’s also a worldwide problem, which can adversely affect your supply chain , particularly if you practice global sourcing. The June 2021 YoY index change for lumber alone was up 125 percent. . Ability to diversify the supplier network. percent increase in inflation rates.

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Kodiak Hub

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

According to the 2021 Deloitte Chief Procurement Officer Survey, “Around 70% of CPOs felt that they had good visibility on the risks that existed in their direct (tier 1) suppliers. Oftentimes, supplier, contract, and category management have kept a mix of spreadsheets and SharePoint, as this is the comfortable choice.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 11, 2023

billion in 2021. Included in the results were noted inventory charges and losses on firm purchase commitments of $920 million as of December 31, 2022 compared to $95 million as of December 31, 2021. For the planned next generation of R2 vehicles, the sourcing and assembly of batteries will all reside in the U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Today, financial and other media have been highlighting a published report by Bloomberg , citing sources familiar with the matter, indicating that Apple is backing off plans to increase planned production of the new iPhone14. The important question to explore is whether this is a demand or supply driven decision. . Development.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Supplier Relationship Management has taken on new meaning in the unprecedented times in which we find ourselves living. Now is the time to rethink supplier relationships for 2021 and beyond. Supplier Relationship Management – time to rewrite the rule-book?

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 28, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog call reader attention to a published report indicating the number two global auto maker Volkswagen is repositioning it global supply network sourcing strategies. The global auto maker encountered manufacturing volume setbacks in 2020 and 2021 as a result of global wide semiconductor device shortages.

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