SupplyShift

JUNE 23, 2021

Yet to holistically tackle ESG performance, procurement teams must evaluate their operations at tier two, three, and beyond, as each level of the supply chain carries different risks. This will allow you to track certification status, trace products back to their origin, and ensure that materials are legally sourced and ESG-compliant.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

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SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. . Technology Prioritizes Remote Vs. Onsite Engagement.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Claritum

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. There are unique challenges and opportunities presented by complex, frequently ordered categories of Indirect expenditure, such as marketing services, print, packaging, uniforms & apparel, office supplies and related products and services. Short purchasing cycles. Introduction.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 7, 2022

The Wall Street Journal reported this week ( Paid subscription or metered view ), that fashion and apparel retailer Macy’s has managed to avoid the significant excess merchandise inventory levels that are challenging other retailers.

Supply and Demand 52

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 27, 2022

Necessity of Supply Chain Planning Software in Vertical Integration. At the back of your supply chain, you’ve got your raw materials being procured. If a company is purchasing from suppliers on the open market, those suppliers want to make a profit. That’s where the right pricing tool can make all the difference.

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SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. However, this does not diminish the need for on-site verification.

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

By Vikram Murthi and Dr. Stijn-Pieter van Houten, both Vice President, Industry Strategy, o9 Solutions. The need to respond to those changes while maintaining margins, service, and efficiencies with optimal planning of inventory, sourcing, transportation, and fulfilment.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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o9 Solutions

MAY 26, 2021

By Vikram Murthi and Dr. Stijn-Pieter van Houten, both Vice President, Industry Strategy, o9 Solutions. The need to respond to those changes while maintaining margins, service, and efficiencies with optimal planning of inventory, sourcing, transportation, and fulfilment.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Claritum

JULY 5, 2018

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. If you can measure it then you can manage it” This statement is so true in the procurement field. Procurement needs to have real time data on the entire supply chain. Uniforms and Apparel. and the complexity of the information escalates to a level that software tools are essential.

Analytics Software 36

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Cognira

JANUARY 10, 2022

For fashion apparel especially, sizes and colors are tough to gauge for the average consumer, and retailers will benefit from preparing these returns. For grocers in particular, online grocery platforms can track past purchases, view substitutions the consumers made within their online cart, monitor items removed from their cart, and more.

Optimal Sourcing 40

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Most can only measure functional costs—transportation, manufacturing, and procurement. Popular techniques included business process outsourcing, contract manufacturing to reduce the cost of labor, low-cost country sourcing, tax efficiency projects, and the elongation of payables to improve cash-to-cash. Apparel is an example.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Think department stores and specialty retailers, especially those selling apparel.) shoppers still prefer to make most of their purchases in-store.” However, success belongs only to retailers that consistently integrate processes and data — from procurement logistics to goods management to home delivery service.

Retail 100

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Jaggaer

APRIL 14, 2020

Define your procurement response strategy. Many countries have closed shops for non-essential and discretionary purchases, and even where they are open, consumers may be cautious about venturing to the high street, preferring to shop online. Adapting to the present and future challenges of COVID-19. Here’s another positive.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

At the same time, the Chief Purchasing Officer (CPO) has taken on a pivotal role by securing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to protect the workforce and direct materials when primary sources fail. As disruptions become the norm, Supply Chain Planning and Source-to-Pay (S2P) cycles need to be increasingly dynamic and intertwined.

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Requis

MAY 22, 2020

He is a consultant to Fortune 500 companies and US federal agencies, and a speaker with focus on the fields of strategic sourcing, supply market intelligence, and supplier development. In the 1990s, purchasing managers were focusing on how to beat up their suppliers in order to buy cheaper.

Data 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Digital commerce efficiently requires the digitalization of many customer-facing operations and sourcing and procurement. Supply chain planning involves interaction with different types of information based on internal and external data sources. This includes internal and external data sources.

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NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Apparel and electronics companies that source all of their products from factories in emerging countries are especially targeted for allegedly hiring contractors that push the boundaries of human rights labor laws. This rationale doesn’t stand up any more. We need to know who and what we are buying.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

However, each of these firms expressed that they would benefit from more direct discussions with the BioPreferred Program to find ways to increase the utilization of the label as a default “indicator” to be used in life cycle assessment (LCA) programs similar to the use of sustainable sourced forestry products. Annual reporting.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 30, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. We are familiar with the concept of buying online books, electronic goods, gift articles, apparels.

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Claritum

AUGUST 15, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. The benefits of purchasing promotional products. Problems with current sourcing methodologies. Sourcing the right way for Promotional goods and services. Promotional merchandise is a valuable marketing tool that can help to establish brand awareness of a company among consumers.

Procurement Solutions 32

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 25, 2022

For all of this, you need a solution that provides your entire organization with a single source of truth, helping teams align on inventory positioning, financial decisions , and business planning. Machine learning is a fantastic tool…if you know where to start. Let artificial intelligence do the hard work for you.

Inventory Reduction 156

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Claritum

APRIL 25, 2018

Promotional merchandise is a valuable marketing tool that can help to establish brand awareness of a company among consumers. However, it is important for companies to manage the process of sourcing promotional goods effectively. The benefits of purchasing promotional products. Source: PPAI Sales Volume Study Summary.

Sourcing Strategies 32

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

Unilever has sustainability at the very heart of its business model, extending all the way through the supply chain from distribution to procurement. For example, by 2020, Unilever expects to sustainably source 100% of its raw materials, even those used for packaging. The Sustainability Drive. Health and safety.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

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SupplyShift

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

For example, procurement, quality, and sustainability divisions at larger companies often sort suppliers into segments. But companies with public sustainability goals will also look at ESG metrics when they decide whether and how much to purchase from you. Responsible sourcing audit scores. According to A.B.

Procurement Analytics 52

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SupplyShift

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

For example, procurement, quality, and sustainability divisions at larger companies often sort suppliers into segments. But companies with public sustainability goals will also look at ESG metrics when they decide whether and how much to purchase from you. Who is your buyer and what is important to them? According to A.B.

Procurement Analytics 40

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Strategies include sourcing more items directly from manufacturers to improve margins, SKU rationalization and space reduction, “show more carry less” and assisted-store ordering. In March 2018, Belkin was acquired by Foxconn Interconnect Technology Ltd. And for Burlington, it’s working: the company boasts about $4.5

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Material Handling & Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

Debuting at # 24 is footwear and apparel company Adidas (arch-rival Nike has been a Top 25 mainstay for years). In particular, the company has been criticized for its long-time practice of using local water sources for its products. At the end of the slideshow, you’ll also find links to our analyses of previous years’ rankings.

Gartner 81

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Claritum

JULY 29, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. The Right Tools for the Job. Procurement Control. Uniforms and Apparel. To bring this under control, whilst continuing to focus on wider Strategic and Direct Spend issues, is the challenge faced by Procurement. 5 The Right Tools for the Job. Introduction. Tail Spend.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This modern business model functions as the online solution to making retail, manufacturing, wholesale, and service-based sales. Services: Professional services that may be purchased over the internet. Most retail and manufacturing goods – such as apparel, entertainment, groceries, and household goods – fall within this category.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Finance & Accounting. Human Resources. Product Categories.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Today we can find categories from apparels to shoes, general merchandize to accessories and books etc.

Manufacturing Procurement 22

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 18, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Sky would be the limit when one starts documenting the concept of such a solution/product. Banking Suite.

Supply Chain Planning Software 28

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NC State SCRC

JULY 28, 2019

Low-cost country (LCC) sourcing is now a commonplace strategy for shrinking bottom line labor and material costs in most consumer products industries, including apparel, footwear, toys, and other manufactured products. Labor and human rights is much trickier to monitor through purchasing policies.

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