Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

Let’s Start with Definitions: One of the difficulties in supply chain is the lack of common definitions. To help the reader, let’s start with definitions used in our research: Efficiency. Companies that outsource procurement and focus on transactional supplier management are less agile and struggle to be adaptable.

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Supply Chain Opz

MAY 25, 2013

Case Studies. 5) New Definition. Taking these facts into account, this article has provided clear and concise definition as below, Why is the definition so short? In my humble opinion, definition should help people to understand, not to confuse them. Supply Chain Case Study: Executives Guide.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

If you have not yet tackled the question of ethics in procurement, now is a great time to start. It does not matter whether you are a procurement professional, internal customer, external customer, senior executive, or supplier. Procurement is what sets entire supply chains and their organisations in motion.

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Supply Chain Opz

MAY 1, 2018

The Definitive Guide to Order Fulfillment and Customer Service You can't say that you are a logistics management professional if you don't understand the customers. Delivering Customer Value through Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Many people don't know that procurement is a part of integrated logistics.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2022

Today, we have an additional factor with inflation to add to the mix of issues, that changes the requirements for the “buy plan in procurement.” For this definition see my last post, Companies Chained to Traditional Processes Will Experience the Whip.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 21, 2014

Slowly the words take definition in everyday speech. Many supply chain consultants will quickly rattle off case studies and proof points, but the smart supply chain leader will ground the discussion with clear definitions. Learning to speak a new language is similar. Conversations are strained. Mistakes are made.

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Supply Chain Opz

APRIL 1, 2018

The Supply Chain Revolution: Innovative Sourcing and Logistics for a Fiercely Competitive World Pros: This book will show you how to plan and execute procurement and sourcing strategy like the world's leading companies. People who like to learn new concepts from case studies. Who is it for?: Our Rating: 4.9

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2024

Today, we have an additional factor with inflation to add to the mix of issues, that changes the requirements for the “buy plan in procurement.” For this definition see my last post, Companies Chained to Traditional Processes Will Experience the Whip. Companies in the chemical and semiconductor sectors are the most vulnerable.

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Claritum

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. This article will look at how this high level distinction impacts procurement and will also dive deeper into some of the resultant differences between these groups that impact on the procurement function. So how do these differences affect procurement and supply. Introduction.

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Supply Chain Opz

MAY 28, 2013

Case Studies. 2) Procurement Maturity Model. There are lots and lots of procurement professionals who cant really break away from "buy cheapest things" mindset. Handfield and Straight provided a very useful maturity model for procurement function as below, Procurement Maturity Model. A Case Study.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

At the session, together through education, sharing case studies, and reviewing research, we will explore the opportunities to build a Network of Networks to improve B2B supply chain connectivity. Buyers beware of the use of the name without meeting the definition. In Figure 1, we share a conceptual and definitional image.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 18, 2015

However, at a practical level, companies struggle with the implementation of strategy due to a lack of definition. In discrete industries, the early supply chain organizations reported to procurement. At a principle level, everyone agrees with the concepts. In meetings, groups nod their heads that the strategy is correct.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 8, 2019

As shown in Figure 1, at a recent client engagement, there is a strong and clear process definition of the budget process and the lack of clarity and discipline in the demand flows for the supply chain. Most can only measure functional costs—transportation, manufacturing, and procurement. This creates many issues. Tax and tariffs.

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Provenance

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Talk to procurement. You should definitely be doing the things that people already hope you’re doing. If you’re a buyer in retail or procurement – be more demanding of the products you’re selecting. See our latest case studies. . Questions to answer: Who are your key suppliers? Do you know their suppliers?

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

The traditional supply chain is inside-out, triggering processes on the back of order-to-cash and procure-to-pay financial processes. Stuck with inputs from the traditional processes of collaborative forecasting, and traditional definitions of demand planning, demand error and bias are high. Let’s start by addressing the barriers.

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Supply Chain View from the Field

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

This books brings together a series of thought pieces, empirical research studies, and theoretical arguments that provide a broad platform for thinking about sustainable luxury. There is an interesting case study comparing Ikea and Finlayson, two major companies, and their focus on sustainable sourcing.

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EcoVadis

MARCH 3, 2016

Attending the ProcureCon Pharma this week is an insightful view into the challenges facing procurement teams of all sizes in this changing industry. From keynotes onward, you are immersed in the transformation occurring in procurement. But procurement ends up collecting the data. Leadership on the move… Up!

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MIT Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Another manufacturer has deployed eight bots in areas such as procurement planning. The sample size is small, so we can’t draw definitive conclusions from the survey, but the results indicate what companies have experienced when implementing RPA projects. Others at the roundtable were not as advanced in their RPA journeys.

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Requis

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Supply chain is a relatively new discipline that rose out of the procurement, logistics, and operations disciplines. Procurement, logistics, and operations were seen as separate – but that perspective isn’t helpful today. The “what” hasn’t changed as much over time, but the “how” has definitely changed.

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Requis

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Supply chain is a relatively new discipline that rose out of the procurement, logistics, and operations disciplines. Procurement, logistics, and operations were seen as separate – but that perspective isn’t helpful today. The “what” hasn’t changed as much over time, but the “how” has definitely changed.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2022

For an insightful perspective, readers can review Business Network CNBC auto industry analyst Michael Wayland’s living case study of GM’s ongoing innovation efforts. GM efforts for entry into the electric vehicle segment began in 2017. Closing Thoughts.

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EcoVadis

APRIL 23, 2016

Today we welcome a guest blog post from procurement practitioner. Alis Hemmingsen, Category Manager at Velux, who also blogs at Responsible Procurement Excellence. Finding, evaluating and selecting suppliers is a process which is key to any procurement professional. Understand the Facts, and the Market.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

The definition above is not from any textbook, but is one that I am sure you will agree, describes a state of affairs that any corporate leader or business owner would be happy to attain. . Mini Case Study: Walmart. Mini Case Study: Whirlpool. Procurement costs. Inventory and storage costs.

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HICX Solutions

OCTOBER 30, 2019

“If there were one word to describe the scenario chief procurement officers (CPOs) are facing in 2019, it would be complexity.” ” So begins the latest in-depth procurement report from Deloitte – the Global Chief Procurement Officer Survey 2019. Different types of procurement complexity.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 17, 2013

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. This shows that there is a definite inclination towards self-evaluation and constant improvisation and I believe ideas sharing can do wonders in achieving it. Procurement Blog.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JULY 3, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. In this blog, with the example of Asset Management for personal health, they emphasize on identifying avenues for adding more Asset definitions to the EAM purview. Customer Service.

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Claritum

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Claritum Article - Procurement Blog. We are definitely on track to deliver on a disruptive change in the way organisations analyse their spend data.”. Claritum’s focus on AI in Procurement. Claritum’s eProcurement solution streamlines the procurement process. Claritum Case Studies.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 15, 2014

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. There are heaps of operational data in the raw format and in some cases even well processed data such as vibration analysis, chemical analysis etc. Procurement Blog. Banking Suite.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 28, 2014

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. It would go a long way in brand building, bringing down training costs, though the initial set up cost would definitely be higher. Procurement Blog. Business Process Outsourcing.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Digital commerce efficiently requires the digitalization of many customer-facing operations and sourcing and procurement. Predictive analytics feeding scenario planning definitely gives a competitive edge when reacting to changes in the business environment. and Europe.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Scott Schlotthauer Chief Procurement Officer Oklahoma State University. When Scott Schlotthauer arrived at Oklahoma State University to take the job of chief procurement officer in 2015, he brought more than 25 years of experience with him — 21 years in the private sector and over five years running procurement for the State of Oklahoma.

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This section will explore the definition of a digital process and trace the journey of digital transformation through history. Procurement: Automation streamlines procurement, from supplier selection to purchase order processing, improving speed, compliance, and cost efficiency through intelligent analysis.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Are poor results only attributable to the usual suspects such as weak change control board, less than ideal program management, schedule/cost overruns, poor definition of requirements etc?

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2016

Yet, as this case study illustrates, outsourcing an existing operation to another party can be a rough and painful process without a well-defined transition plan, clear and honest communication between the parties (as well as end customers), and adequate resources and technology (at both parties) to execute and manage the rollout.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 19, 2013

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Procurement Blog. Sourcing,Procurement,Contract & Spend Management (38). Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Finance & Accounting. Human Resources. Banking Suite.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

MAY 21, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Procurement Blog. Sourcing,Procurement,Contract & Spend Management (38). Business Process Outsourcing. Customer Service. Finance & Accounting. Human Resources. Banking Suite.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. is therefore very essential that they work as one unit, perform mutual tradeoffs where applicable and definitely, not at the cost of safety! Procurement Blog. Customer Service.

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