QAD

AUGUST 24, 2023

On June 16th, The Wall Street Journal published an article written by Jason Gay on innovation where he talks about the early adoption of the Apple Vision Pro. Early adopters are going to spend a lot of money to be the first to have this new Apple innovation. Planning for Innovations. He labeled himself a “skeptical jerk”.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 30, 2022

We live in an increasingly dynamic and fast-paced business environment, driving organizations like Nespresso to seek innovative solutions that can simplify transactions and reduce inefficiencies throughout the value chain. What critical issues have you addressed with this solution? Which planning technologies were adopted?

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Precoro

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In this blog post, we explore what constitutes the strategic sourcing process, how to design and execute such a process, and how it can help your organization thrive. As part of the larger procurement process, sourcing involves finding and evaluating suppliers for goods or services that need to be purchased.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 4, 2024

This blog post on my take of the On March 29 th , Blue Yonder announced a binding agreement to acquire One Network for approximately $839 Million. I am surprised by the size of the acquisition based on the level of maturity of the One Network solution. In 2023, Blue Yonder purchased Flexis AG and Doddle.

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EC Sourcing Group

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Strategic Sourcing Solutions to Enhance Your Bottom Line. Strategic sourcing is vital to procurement and the supply chain overall, as it allows companies to gain the lowest cost of a good or service while minimizing supply chain risk. Strategic Sourcing Solutions : Your Sourcing Tactics. What Is Strategic Sourcing?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 15, 2020

Digital Procurement article, and permission to publish here, provided by Sam Jenks at kodiakrating.com. Navigating the complexity of the global supply chain as a procurement professional can sometimes feel like taking a walk through the Amazon without a compass, or entering into outer space without an oxygen tank. Don’t Panic!

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QAD

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The automotive industry is undergoing massive changes, and Mobileye is one of the foremost innovators causing the waves of disruption. As one of the first companies to develop software for ADAS and autonomous vehicles , Mobileye has quickly grown into a multibillion-dollar company. But they didn’t stop there. billion.

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ivalua

MAY 30, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] 3 Powerful Ways Procurement will Drive the 2030 Saudi Vision Transformation May 30, 2023 | | Procurement Strategy by Sara Omer What is the Saudi Vision 2030 Program? Procurement and supply chain teams will play a crucial role in making this vision a reality.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 23, 2020

I write for this blog, craft reports from research for our newsletters, create blogs for Linkedin, and build articles for Forbes. ” Or, “If you need an answer, implement my solution.” The supply chain planning vendor faces the innovators’ dilemma. Procurement and transportation operated as islands.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 8, 2021

Innovative brands article and permission to publish here provided by Nikki Gabriel. Many innovative brands love to make names for themselves by helping other businesses grow and become successful. There is no shortage of innovative brands helping other businesses in 2021. Fortunately, the Rent A Wheel brand created a solution.

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Arena Solutions

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Arena’s recent Fall 2021 quality management system (QMS) and product lifecycle management (PLM) software release was all about helping manufacturers remove these bottlenecks and drive faster product innovation. Design new tooling, fixtures, or molding, and then buy them from subcontractors. Not an Arena customer?

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QAD

MAY 26, 2021

Founded in 1979, QAD began as a small startup solution working with local companies to address a large gap in complete, integrated business software for manufacturing companies. As manufacturing businesses took their brands globally, we adapted quickly to keep up and our software has adapted as well. Connected Supply Chain.

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Locus

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Technology solutions for last-mile fulfillment have emerged as the quickest, most practical way to meet these steep consumer demands. However, should a business invest their capital in building and maintaining their solution from scratch, or simply purchase an off-the-shelf solution? Holistically consider the costs.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

For readers of this blog that do not know Zyme, the company focuses on the management of channel data in the high-tech industry. The company is a CRM solution. The Zyme solution improves revenue management, warranty and rebate processes. The focus was on automating procurement. Procurement does not equal supply chain.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The Failure of Existing Demand Planning Solutions. During the pandemic, supply chain leaders turned off their demand planning solutions. Also, the solutions lacked flexibility. This means building a cognitive engine to sense, learn, and adapt using market data for innovators. Lessons Learned. The reason?

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

That’s why we eat, sleep, and breathe innovation and never stop looking for ways to help our customers get the most out of their partnership with us and make their supply chains a force for good in the world. Key Takeaways The SO99+ Supply Chain Planning Solution is the market leader in dynamic planning. lost sales).

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QAD

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Regardless of what laws politicians enact, customers want their purchasing dollars to go to those who behave responsibly. So, what does this have to do with innovation? Climate-driven Manufacturing Innovation. What’s needed are tools and technologies that go beyond current capabilities, and those require innovation.

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Eyvo

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Many of us think of digital procurement as a way to reduce purchase costs and increase efficiencies. Another aspect of what makes digital procurement stand out is that of mitigating risk and increasing spend visibility. Technological infrastructure has been a blessing in disguise for the modern procurement world.

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Procurement Academy

AUGUST 11, 2022

Managing strategic suppliers effectively is essential for procurement and supply chain teams to improve processes and drive competitive advantage for their organization. Procurement teams must also evaluate whether or not they anticipate a long-term relationship with the supplier to help the organization compete successfully in the market.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Blog post originally created and published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Sam Jenks at [link] Check out the Kodiak Rating blog at [link]. Procurement professionals have the same question looming over their head on a daily basis: “How do you plan on dealing with digitalization?”. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 21, 2020

Procurement language article originally published by, and permission to publish here provided by, Sam Jenks at kodiakrating.com. From one Procurement organization to the next, terminology differs. Procurement is a function, that is undergoing transformation; technologically and ideologically. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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Eyvo

JANUARY 15, 2019

There is no shortage of predictions from procurement experts and companies. Anyone can purchase products and services so procurement, as a department, has the challenge of showing value in every aspect of their existence. The race for procuring, pun intended, the best talent has been challenging. Technology.

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NC State SCRC

MAY 30, 2022

The report was published in the last month, and reflects some of the increasing challenges and disparities that exist between procurement and supply chain executives. One of the problems that often emerges in organizations is not only misalignment between procurement and supply chain, but also between senior executives and their managers.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 5, 2022

Supply chain technology industry analyst and Supply Chain Matters Founder Bob Ferrari provides added perspectives and highlights to last week’s announced acquisition of Starboard Solutions by Logility. © Copyright 2022, The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group and the Supply Chain Matters® blog. Bob Ferrari. All rights reserved. .

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Blog originally published at, and permission to publish here provided by Sam Jenks at, [link]. The complexity of global supply chains – especially in organizations like GM – require hands-on relationship management of suppliers to ensure that supplier collaboration will lead to added value, and innovation. Subscribe Here!

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 7, 2023

These exciting new capabilities add to the existing dynamic planning innovations in SO99+ which include: Service Driven Planning: A unique technology that creates inventory plans based on service level targets. For more information about SO99+, read our blog on the v8.60 Version 8.60 release HERE.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

In a recent blog post, I was challenged by Anna. ” Anna, this blog post is for you. ” Anna, this blog post is for you. I know that your primary focus is procurement. The Companies with the greatest success are smaller and usually drive product innovation into the market. Clear mission.)

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Blog post originally published at [link] Permission to publish provided by Theodore T. Check out What is Virtual Procurement and Why Should You Care? Where is procurement, outsourcing, sourcing, supply chain, and purchasing going? Subscribe Here! Email Address. Landgraf, CEO at Above the Standard ( [link] ).

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 6, 2021

As I explained in a previous blog , this is a business model where manufacturers have ongoing responsibility for the equipment after it is sold. Customers pay for the use of equipment through recurring operating charges rather than purchasing outright. AI-powered applications can propose new solutions to operational issues.

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Eyvo

JANUARY 15, 2019

There is no shortage of predictions from procurement experts and companies. Anyone can purchase products and services so procurement, as a department, has the challenge of showing value in every aspect of their existence. The race for procuring, pun intended, the best talent has been challenging. Technology.

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ivalua

APRIL 7, 2022

We are stronger, more united, and more determined to lead and innovate together! . NEW Payments Solution. Ivalua remains the only vendor recognized as a leader in every current Procurement report spanning S2P by Gartner and Forrester. Keep an eye out for an in-depth blog session recap! David Khuat-Duy.

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Eyvo

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Many of us think of digital procurement as a way to reduce purchase costs and increase efficiencies. Another aspect of what makes digital procurement stand out is that of mitigating risk and increasing spend visibility. Technological infrastructure has been a blessing in disguise for the modern procurement world.

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Arena Solutions

MAY 22, 2023

From engineering, quality, and procurement to suppliers and contract manufacturers—everyone must work off the same design to ensure that the right parts get sourced, the proper assembly lines and tooling are in place, and the product meets customer expectations. There are many players involved in the product development process.

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EC Sourcing Group

MAY 3, 2023

In our previous blog post, we discussed the benefits of sourcing locally. eSourcing tools , like those offered by Simfoni , can automate the process and help sourcing managers make better, data-driven decisions. Additionally, eSourcing tools can incorporate criteria specifically focused on reducing a company’s carbon footprint.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 13, 2022

National Association of Educational Procurement. Indeed, it is a handy tool to locate jobs. This online job search tool also helps you generate a cover letter or professional summary applicable to your work history and experience. I have used Indeed for several years and am very grateful for this tool!

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EcoVadis

JANUARY 4, 2019

A quick look at our most widely read blog posts over the past twelve months suggests that CSR and procurement professionals around the globe are increasingly interested in regulations related to sustainability as well as new technologies that can help drive truly sustainable supply chains.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Packaging changes have impacted the procurement, manufacturing and distribution processes of organizations. As a result, manufacturers are compelled to invest in research and development to create innovative, sustainable and visually appealing packaging solutions. It still is.

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