Claritum

JUNE 13, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. I took on the challenge of writing a condensed version of all the current Procurement challenges. Basing this on the many articles I have read covering this subject. Basing this on the many articles I have read covering this subject. Procurement Domain Name.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

We are pleased to continue our 2021 fire-side chat series with key people in the supply chain industry, and it is with particular pleasure to catch up with Stuart Whiting, Senior Vice President, Global Supply Chain, Logistics & Planning at Schneider Electric, based in Singapore but with a global functional responsibility.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 27, 2024

It is also a means to maintain a competitive edge and operational excellence. Hence, regardless of your specific aim, this article will shed light on the top software you need. That includes inventory tracking, order management, demand forecasting, and logistics planning. Cons: It is more focused on procurement.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Notice how the water turns from blue to brown in Figure 3 with the lack of demand translation capabilities within the enterprise for manufacturing and logistics. Demand latency is two-eight weeks delayed from consumption purchase to translate to an order. Drawings from Two Very Different Businesses Portraying the River of Demand.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

This results in incorrect actions and communication The service industry, like logistics service providers, distributors and retailers are not well prepared for halal issue and crisis management, endangering the effectiveness of halal risk mitigation measures by the brand owner.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

This is the first of a two-part series where I will curate and cull information from my 4 decades of experience in logistics cost reduction at various positions in the supply chain. According to the CSCMP's "State of Logistics" Report from 2015, logistics costs now make up over 8% of the GDP. Listen to your people.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 19, 2023

Through trade, countries are able to buy agri-food produce from other parts of the world that are not able to grow efficiently on their own land (or region) or are not in season. He is the author of ‘Halal business management: a guide to achieving halal excellence’. Are Our Agri-Food Supply Chains In Crisis?

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

This approach allows businesses to focus on their core competencies while leaving the logistics to experts who can optimize the process for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. In fact, an article titled ‘Supply Chain Crisis’ highlights how SCaaS transforms empty bins (aerials shelves/shelves) into cash for companies.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

To date, most of our content has covered topics related either to logistics or manufacturing outsourcing. In this article, I will redress the balance by exploring outsourcing from a more holistic perspective, focusing on ways to consider outsourcing partnerships for improvement throughout the supply chain.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The ”end” they refer to – whether it’s forwarding, fulfillment, or platforms for B2B or B2C sales – remains fairly ambiguous, spanning an acquisition of fashion logistics company HUUB in September 2021 to an investment in rapid fashion production company Unmade. This isn’t just about purchasing power.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2021

The following article highlights some of the key points made by Mr. Elias and Mr. Stauffer. They have tens of thousands of items they produce but there are a small number of products they purchase through a global sourcing program. This closed loop procurement in turn helps ensure products are made on schedule.

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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 ). Three years later, he stayed with his $300-a-barrel prediction, but shifted the timeframe to 2020 (see the CBS News article, Another $300 Oil Prediction — and Why This One Matters ).

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

These are all forms of retail logistics. From managing inventory flow to ensuring that customers receive shipments on time, retail logistics streamlines the different stages of your ecommerce supply chain to keep your business running smoothly. What are retail logistics? COVID’s impact on retail logistics.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 11, 2022

How to Create a Digital Marketing Strategy for a Logistics Company! In this article, we’re sharing the basics of digital marketing and some tips to ensure your manufacturing business’s success in marketing to the online world. You should also sign up for their newsletters or even buy their products and compare them to yours.

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

The Experts’ Choice of the Top Online Logistics Resources. So I went straight to the source and asked consultants, trade reporters, Wall Street Journal reporters and others, what their go-to logistics and supply chain sources were. Experts’ Choice: Supply Chain and Logistics Email Newsletters. Ti Logistics Briefing.

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Turvo

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

On the surface, the Amazon Effect is the new standard of excellence that all customers have come to expect following the break-neck speed and low-cost, if not free, shipping associated with Amazon purchases. Warehouse logistics and expansion initiatives. It quickly became the primary service Amazon was known for offering.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Why Procurement Transformation Can Fail! The duties of procurement managers are diverse, ranging from creating solicitations to collaborating with vendors. The importance of digital procurement is increasing rapidly. Along with cost savings, procurement managers are focusing on optimizing and automating processes.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Brand loyalty is no longer the driver for consumer purchasing decisions. People simply want to purchase products from businesses which provide a more transparent and streamlined service, and who deliver on their customer promise, even if it means inflated prices to obtain it.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

You are not alone, especially as in the time since we first penned this article, one huge and unforeseen event has raised awareness of the global importance of this vital sector—and shown it to be an attractive career choice. And now let us examine the reasons why a career in logistics offers so much diversity to so many workers.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Article and permission to publish here provided by Sam Jenks at kodiakrating.com. Some procurement professionals can quickly identify their key, or champion, supplier partners. is a question posed in order to provoke a dialogue that I believe every procurement organization needs to have at one point or another. Subscribe Here!

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Kinaxis

OCTOBER 25, 2017

For example, we wrote recently about how Amazon’s purchase of Whole Foods Market represents more than a new stream of brick and mortar business, but the possibility of improving its last mile delivery – the so-called “Holy Grail of Logistics,” and therefore gaining a further leg-up over its eCommerce competitors in the grocery category.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 5, 2021

Resilience article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at Argentus. Companies have leveraged digital tools, and evolving skills, to collect vast data about product or raw materials sourcing, transportation, logistics, and manufacturing. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 29, 2023

This article explains what inventory management software is, how it works, and how much inventory management software costs to set up and operate. How inventory management software works: Acquire inventory management software: A third-party software vendor is procured based on your business’s inventory management requirements.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 31, 2019

Article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Sam White at argentus.com. In fact, we recently brought on a new Cannabis client who’s scaling up a strategic sourcing operation in all of their Procurement, so that all their spend is captured and accounted for as they grow, rather than after.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Pay gap article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at argentus.com. With the increased prominence of Supply Chain, Logistics and Procurement within organizations, is compensation increasing? Deliver,” which includes Logistics Coordinators and Managers, and Transportation Analysts. Subscribe Here!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The New and Game-Changing Technology Solutions Redefining Last-Mile Logistics. Feature Article by Nishith Rastogi, Founder and CEO at Locus. drop, and it continues to set new standards for delightful post-purchase customer experiences. That’s an 87.5% Solving for scale and complexity with technology.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 12, 2020

Supply Chain jobs article and permission to publish here provided by Molly Crockett. In many supply-chain positions, companies are looking for people who have skills in communication, Microsoft Excel and Access, relationship management, attention to detail, and have the ability to analyze data and negotiate. Subscribe Here!

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Supply Chain View from the Field

JANUARY 14, 2015

ERP systems are designed to integrate transactions from finance, human resources, procurement, operations, sales and marketing, logistics, and other functions in a firm. They have been touted as the key to manufacturing excellence and supply chain integration… But what is the real ROI on ERP system implementation?

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Automation And Purchasing Controls. Review current procedure for authorization of orders as part of an examination of purchasing best practices. If bills are still being done on an old Excel spreadsheet, it’s time to look at new, electronic systems compatible with today’s technology, said Martinez. Savings Are Real.

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RFgen

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Automation And Purchasing Controls. Review current procedure for authorization of orders as part of an examination of purchasing best practices. If bills are still being done on an old Excel spreadsheet, it’s time to look at new, electronic systems compatible with today’s technology, said Martinez. Savings Are Real.

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 1, 2022

In this article, we’ll explain why that should be and how your company can avoid S&OP problems by investing correctly in the people and their interrelationships , without which it’s simply impossible to tie the moving parts of S&OP together. But what makes it so challenging to implement S&OP successfully?

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

That is the role of marketing or sales or procurement. Yes, I believe that supply chain overlays on top of the sales and marketing organizations and the procurement function. We have let buy- and sell-side transactional relationships erode value. “ I scratch my head. Today, we are not aligned on value-based outcomes.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 24, 2018

Argentus is a boutique recruitment firm focused on Supply Chain and Procurement. An article in the Wall Street Journal called Supply Chain the hot new MBA , outlines how more and more future business leaders are also coming around to seeing the function as a career of the future. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

Freight Budget article and permission to publish here provided by Adam Robinson at Freightwaves. The costs of logistics as a ratio of total expenses are too significant to ignore. For example, according to Global Trade Magazine , “One critical factor that executives should monitor closely is logistics management. Subscribe Here!

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Exiger Perspectives

MARCH 29, 2023

They’re actually in the supply chain,” says Marina Mayer , Editor-in-Chief of Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics. “We Newman Award for Supply Chain Excellence , honoring the year’s most significant contributions to supply chain management across the Defense Industrial Base. and L.I.N.K.

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Procurement Academy

MARCH 12, 2024

This article is a deep dive into this course – which is specially designed to give the professionals in your team the knowledge and skills they need to excel in strategic cost management. Calculating the Cost Breakdown: This process involves working with cost, finance, logistics and manufacturing process experts.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

Developed a process of excellence in supply chain collaboration. That should be sobering news for any business not yet focused on supply chain excellence as a lever for business success. Select one strategic logistics partner and build a long-term, close relationship. Pioneered the use of vendor-managed inventory.

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