The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 20, 2020

A digital workforce weaves together disconnected automation tools – Robotic Process Automation (RPA), AI, and machine learning – to think, act and analyse the way a human worker would, and work alongside humans. RPA as it is also referred to, has the capability to transform supply chain management. Procurement.

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Precoro

JANUARY 29, 2024

Escalating expenses associated with rising prices of raw materials, finished goods, third-party services, and labor along the entire supply chain expose businesses to a heightened threat of margin reduction. In this article, we will discuss how a robust procurement management plan can help address and mitigate the effects of inflation.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 29, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Investment Challenges – Real and Imagined! Intelligent Supply Chain technologies article and permission to publish here provided by Dan Weinberger , UN Supply Chain Expert and CEO of Morpheus Network. Subscribe Here!

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ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

For supply chains, COVID-19 marked the beginning of a challenging era. Even as the immediate pandemic effects stabilized, new challenges like supply shortages, port congestions, and natural calamities emerged. is advanced supply chain analytics. is advanced supply chain analytics.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Prior to the pandemic, efficiency was the primary focus of most supply chain operations. Severe disruptions during the pandemic changed that focus to resiliency. I’m not implying that efficiency no longer matters — it obviously does — but a disrupted supply chain can’t be efficient.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 2, 2023

For a few years now, supply chain professionals and pundits have been speculating on what the so-called “new normal” will look like. Closer to home for supply chain professionals, driver shortages continue to plague the industry.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Driving Sustainable Growth Through Supply Chain Resilience. Every industry sector and every business across the board, in APAC and around the globe have been impacted by the Great Supply Chain Disruption over the last two years, causing a blow out of transportation costs and continuous delays at every stage of the channel.

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Precoro

AUGUST 14, 2023

More and more companies are acknowledging the importance of centralizing and optimizing their procurement operations. One of the ways to accomplish this is to establish a procurement team to streamline ordering by centralizing purchases and improving supplier relations. What are the duties of a procurement manager?

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

Resilience and Agility in Supply Chains: Navigating Change in a Dynamic World Feature Article by J eroen Hendriks , Director at Art of Supply Chain Sdn Bhd The global business landscape has become increasingly complex and volatile, posing significant challenges to supply chain management.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 18, 2022

While the pandemic was undoubtedly the catalyst for recent supply chain disruptions it’s not the only cause. Longstanding weaknesses in the supply chain like port infrastructure, outdated supply chain strategies and impacts of natural disaster and wars have all further affected global supply chains.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

Pushing the Supply Chain Reset Button by Lora Cecere , Founder, Supply Chain Insights Supply Chain Leaders Can’t Afford to Guess About the Future The global supply chain that we know today is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, low variability, and availability of logistics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2022

The global supply chain that we know today is built on three assumptions: rational government policy, low variability, and availability of logistics. The impact varies by supply chain sector and value chain. Instead, supply chain leaders need to focus on the minimization of waste, and the alignment of signals.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

OTR freight represents a long-standing aspect of supply chain operations and transportation management. M odern transportation networks and supply chains continuously adapt to market volatility and transitions. M odern transportation networks and supply chains continuously adapt to market volatility and transitions.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

CTA April 28, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives.

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] A Balancing Act: Drive Sustainability while Managing Cost and Risk April 27, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. Tanya Roach, FCL’s Director of Procurement, shared her experience with transforming their organization during the 2020 pandemic.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

In August 2020 Gartner published this report “4 Tactics Procurement Can Use to Sustain Influence as Economic Conditions Improve” This blog summarizes the key points of the report which you can read in full, here. Procurement Teams Step-up. When Covid-19 hit, supply chains across the globe nearly came to a halt.

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Ware2Go

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Learn how to implement digital supply chain solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction. Written by Phyllis Jackson Supply chain management is crucial for any business looking to compete in today’s complex market. What is a Digital Supply Chain Solution?

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QAD

APRIL 26, 2022

The supply chain expo MODEX 2022 held last month included a keynote presentation highlighting the 2022 MHI Annual Industry Report “Evolution to Revolution: Building the Supply Chains of Tomorrow.” He then proposes three critical questions chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) should be asking. Why Change Now?

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ModusLink Corporation

APRIL 22, 2024

Seamless coordination across borders for streamlined supply chain operations. End-to-end management of component procurement, inventory management, and JIT delivery. Advanced Assembly Capabilities: Access to cutting-edge assembly facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

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ivalua

JULY 21, 2021

The partnership accelerates procurement digital transformation with Ivalua. 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.

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Procurement Academy

JUNE 30, 2022

During the 1970’s oil crisis and the rampant inflation that followed, skilled procurement professionals were in demand more than ever before. While professionals have superior technology and analytics on their side, the challenges associated with procurement in a high inflation environment remain the same – and so do the solutions.

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Logility

APRIL 29, 2021

True corporate responsibility involves more than just your products and internal operations; it’s incumbent upon you to ensure compliance across the supply chain. This means having a resilient supply chain strategy that includes visibility, transparency, clear communication, and collaboration. The Costs of Non-Compliance.

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Let’s consider these top factors affecting the trucking market, their implications on supply chains and how they are driving change within the industry. . A Possible Stimulus on the Horizon May Increase the Challenge of Procurement Through Peak Season. to avoid significant supply chain disruption.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The past few years have highlighted serious deficiencies in prevalent supply chain strategies and the major risk that disruptions pose to corporate success. years and companies can expect to lose 42% of one year’s EBITDA every decade due to supply chain disruptions. Assessing Risk across the Supply Chain.

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ivalua

JUNE 16, 2021

The pandemic was a wake-up call for businesses worldwide, who struggled to overcome operational disruption — everything from the transition to remote working, to supply chain chaos. MENA countries import a lot of food; disrupted supply chains and price increases mean potential food shortages.

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NC State SCRC

MAY 30, 2022

A new study that the SCRC published with GEP examines the increasing pressure that supply chain executives are getting when it comes to responding to supply chain disruptions. In this study, we explore the primary forms of misalignment that exist between supply chain and procurement executives. (We

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EC Sourcing Group

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The procurement world is on the brink of a new era. As 2024 approaches, a wave of technological advancements promises to redefine eSourcing , turning today’s best practices into relics of the past. These innovations aren’t just upgrades—they are game-changers, reshaping the procurement landscape and setting the bar for what’s possible.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This blog explains The Key MRP Metrics in Supply Chain whcih every supply chain professional in Manufacturing or Distribution Businesses. Supply chain professionals will be familiar with the term Material Requirements Planning (MRP).

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Precoro

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Strategic sourcing is a holistic approach to supply chain management that includes tactics for optimizing the total cost of ownership, improving supplier relationships, and ensuring long-term value creation. In many cases, new companies start with simple sourcing to get the procurement process rolling.

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

As stated in “Operating Without Borders – Building Global Resilient Supply Chains” , a report from the manufacturers’ association Make UK, “Supply chain resilience is currently top of the agenda for policy makers, government, and business leaders alike.

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Gravity Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Sourcing: Mitigate risk during periods of supply chain disruption, such as those caused by the Coronavirus outbreak, by using digital technology. . The post Sourcing – What You Need To Know About Coronavirus Supply Chain Disruption appeared first on Gravity Supply Chain.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate, Supply Chain Matters blog unveils part two of a summarized overview of our annual prediction themes for industry and global supply chains for the year 2023 and beyond. Economic and Business Challenges Expected in 2023. Overall Themes for the Year 2023.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

With the proliferation of technology, digital transformation has taken many industries by storm. Automation and digitization of core business processes have become the norm, not only for business development but also for long-term sustainability of business operations. The logistics sector is also not immune to these changes.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Inventory management solutions are the systems and processes designed to effectively oversee the entire lifecycle of your business’s inventory, from procurement and storage to distribution and sales. They include all software, hardware, or third-party services designed to facilitate more efficient inventory management practices.

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 2, 2024

To help out fellow supply chain experts and professionals, we’ve crafted this guide to deepen your comprehension of JIT, illuminating its fundamental principles, myriad benefits, strategic implementation, and the challenges that may arise. How Does Just-In-Time (JIT) Work? What Does Just-In-Time (JIT) Management Involve?

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ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

A March 11 analysis by trading platform Forex.com claimed that nearly 75% of all companies had already reported supply-chain disruptions, with more than 80% believing that at some point they would experience impacts as a result of COVID-19 disruptions. A retailer will have empty shelves.

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EC Sourcing Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

How Supply Chain Management Can Mitigate the Effects of Inflation. Rising inflation can certainly disrupt the supply chain. However, those following best practices for supply chain managemen t can mitigate the effects of inflation and keep things under control. How does this affect procurement?

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