ivalua

JULY 13, 2022

Buyers are expected to scrutinize every aspect of the purchasing process to identify ways to reduce their carbon footprint, source sustainable materials, and promote diversity. As the sourcing function evolves, digital procurement technologies have become crucial tools for buyers to capture and report their sustainability achievements.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

It has most definitely impacted how people buy products of all types and in all industries. Thus, the rise of the concept of sustainability to a level of importance we have never seen before. 84% of consumers have purchased a sustainable product in the past six months, which is up from 67% in 2021.

Sustainability 98

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Putting the Planet First: Bringing Sustainability To The Last-Mile With Logistics Technology. Parallelly, expectations around the overall purchasing experience have also grown steeper. Scale and Sustainability: The Ultimate Balancing Act. How does sustainable growth figure in this context? trillion in 2021, up from $4.2

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In the first conference segment in the afternoon, the theme shifted to Sustainability – a subject that was hardly discussed at LogiSYM just a few years ago. Based in Dubai, Emma Barber is Managing Director at DGrade, a company that recycles PET plastic bottles to produce Greenspun, an eco-fabric that is supplied to brands and businesses.

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Logility

AUGUST 30, 2021

One could easily think this is solely because of the inherent social and environmental risks, as well as governmental challenges, but there is also a strong business case for supply chain sustainability. Sustainable supply chain management can be a driver for success and value, both for businesses and for society.

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Procurement Academy

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Procurement negotiation refers to a buyer (usually from a company) and a seller (usually from a supplier) working together and discussing the likes of pricing, terms, conditions, and other aspects of a procurement contract. A crucial part of successful procurement strategies is the art and science of negotiation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

Previously, only large companies such as Amazon and FedEx possessed the network and scale required for cost-effective same-day and next-day shipping. However, advancements in technology have made it possible for any company to automate and optimize their last-mile delivery operations. Another crucial factor is the pace of innovation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2021

There will be little relief in 2022 unless the factors driving the increased import volumes—a strong economy and the fundamental shift in consumer behavior to purchase more goods and less services—change. Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies.

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Synovos

AUGUST 9, 2023

RS Integrated Supply’s Costanza Campi to speak at World Procurement Excellence Summit WARRINGTON, UK / RADNOR, PA 8 AUGUST 2023 – Costanza Campi, Senior Vice President of Global Procurement for RS Integrated Supply, has been selected to present at the upcoming World Procurement Excellence Summit in Cologne, Germany.

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Precoro

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Supply chain management, purchase requisitions and orders, budget management, and three-way matching – all these processes are integral to procurement as a whole. It is the most traditional approach and a road still taken by a significant portion of companies, but it has substantial disadvantages and risks. Low-Quality Documentation.

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Synovos

AUGUST 21, 2023

RS Integrated Supply is committed to making safety the number one priority in everything we do,” said Brandon Coombs, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence. RS Integrated Supply was introduced by RS Group in 2022 after combining Synovos and IESA, two procurement and supply chain management companies. Interested in our services?

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Theme 2: Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies. In 2023, consumers will be less forgiving and poised to buy from retailers whose delivery performance is commensurate with the rest of the shopping experience. Theme 4: Sustainability will become an opportunity, not a challenge for supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 8, 2016

We conclude this two part series about manufacturing operations excellence by consultant Chuck Intrieri, by outlaying why manufacturers should focus on a critical component that will help sustain manufacturing operations excellence for years to come. What is Driving Sustainable Manufacturing Operations Excellence?

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

As a result, procurement processes—or the introduction of more sustainable ones—could be thrust into the spotlight as the savior of the current environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) crises that we face today. Sustainability goals cannot be achieved in a vacuum. Invest in the Right Tools for the Job.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2023

He is a board member of the Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) and a contributor to the Forbes Technology Council , Manufacturing Today, WardsAuto , Supply Chain Brain, Industry Today, Aerospace Manufacturing and Design, ASSEMBLY , and more. Richard previously founded and led Factory Logic, Inc. acquired by SAP).

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Logility

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Cloud technology for life sciences companies offers myriad possibilities. It’s Not Just About Money For life sciences companies, the cloud’s value is not just about lowering costs. It is not just a more efficient way of purchasing computing power but, rather, a way of facilitating new, more efficient business models.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

He is very passionate about developments in the Supply Chain arena and is always seeking excellence in his drive for efficiency & innovation in Supply Chain operations” – a quality that is very relevant to face up to the many Supply Chain challenges in our path!

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BlueYonder

MAY 18, 2023

This event is put on by Blue Yonder, which is the leading supply chain software company. This is not only an environmental risk, but also creates undue costs and losses for companies. This in the end will decrease carbon impact and help towards net zero goals.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 28, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides the second in a multi-part series addressing the renewed importance of production planning and operational excellence in this very uncertain and constantly changing business environment. Efficiency efforts are geared toward eliminating waste and now more than ever, that has to include a sustainability context.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Love it or hate it, daily necessities need to be purchased. Whichever reasons fuel the motivations of your target market, here are the top trends shaping how they’ll buy – and how you can stay front of mind and ahead of the competition. eCommerce Purchases and “The New Normal” Retail Categories. Data source: eMarketer.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 13, 2023

According to Juan Ramón (Jay) García , the executive in charge of Multicultural New Business Development at RB, “Success for any CPG brand in 2023 will depend on its ability to adapt to new market trends, provide inclusive and sustainable products, and prove its value in a world weary of inflation and economic uncertainty.”[2]

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

A true win-win technology that helps shippers expand their total addressable market and helps box truck companies increase their bottom line profits by an average of 15%. Sustainability in the Supply Chain: Onward is also mindful of the environmental impact of deliveries.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 25, 2023

Paul Brashier is Vice President Drayage and Intermodal at ITS Logistics , a third party logistics (3PL) company that offers creative supply chain solutions with an asset-lite transportation division that ranks #21 in North America, a top-tier asset-based dedicated fleet, and a Top 12 intermodal and drayage division.

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Unleashed

JULY 25, 2021

Sustainable food waste management therefore looks at strategies to reduce waste where it occurs, before it occurs. Sustainable food waste management employs tactics to reduce the impact of food waste from both an environmental and economic perspective. Coffee waste is also an excellent substrate for mushroom cultivation.

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

As a result, procurement processes—or the introduction of more sustainable ones—could be thrust into the spotlight as the savior of the current environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) crises that we face today. First and foremost, you must align leadership with current sustainable procurement needs.

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

McKinsey & Company analysts conclude, “For most US consumers, the answer seems to be ‘both.’ One retail sector that witnessed a dramatic rise in online purchases during the pandemic was the grocery sector. The Omnichannel Consumer. ”[2] Yes, consumers can be difficult to figure out. .”[2]

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Think about your most recent purchase. This sequence of events involves many moving parts, including purchasing, packaging, shipping, and transporting materials to distributors to sell to the end customer. As a business owner, there are seemingly endless options for companies to utilize. Established logistics companies.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 31, 2023

The visibility will include not just the short-term purchase order or ASN-level visibility, but also the tactical kind of forecast collaboration with the suppliers. These companies are also increasingly looking at nearshoring and multi-shoring. At a high level, we discuss three initiatives with these companies to enable resiliency.

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QAD

DECEMBER 1, 2022

In the age of the Amazon B2C, buy-it-now, get-it-now landscape, B2B buyers are finding themselves also wanting the quick and easy shopping experience B2C companies offer, and some actually excel at. A whopping 84% of B2B buyers prefer to make repeat purchases online according to McKinsey & Company research.

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

In recent years, companies have come under increasing scrutiny from customers, employees, investors, governments, and NGOs. For companies to demonstrate environmental stewardship and get proactive on social issues. However, sustainability reports aren’t enough in and of themselves. What do they want?

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

In recent years, companies have come under increasing scrutiny from customers, employees, investors, governments, and NGOs. For companies to demonstrate environmental stewardship and get proactive on social issues. However, sustainability reports aren’t enough in and of themselves. The Sustainability Reporting Problem.

Sustainability 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Millions of shoppers, like my Dad, are not going back to their old habits because there are now faster and more convenient ways for buying daily household needs. It excels on a union of E-Commerce mobile apps and last-mile delivery innovations. It is now possible for Q-commerce companies or retailers to use this model.

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IQMS

MARCH 27, 2020

Today, during the COVID-19 response, ERP is keeping entire industries in operation with its ability to sustain business operations through remote access, automated reporting, electronic data exchange, and real-time factory controls. A case in point is Ventura Manufacturing, an award-winning company that serves a range of markets globally.

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Vanguard Software

APRIL 22, 2021

Supply chain sustainability is defined as embedding environmental, social, or corporate governance considerations as raw materials are sourced, converted into products, and delivered to the market. This blog examines how supply chain sustainability solutions reduce waste, conserve energy, and lower emissions. Webinar: Register Now.

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ivalua

APRIL 7, 2022

Leader Forrester CLM for Buy-Side Contract Suites, Q4 2021. Audrey joined us live to discuss how the world’s leading beauty tech company is taking necessary steps to protect the planet. The goal is to sustainably create value and share that value with the Group’s entire ecosystem.”. David Khuat-Duy. NEW Payments Solution.

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Over time, I’ve been fortunate to work in groups where both men and women were well represented, and I’ve had excellent leaders who championed my career by giving me the freedom to chart my own path. Companies recognizing women’s exceptional leadership skills couldn’t have come at a better time.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Swimsuits and dresses for weddings—you never buy just one,” says Joanie Demer, co-founder of Krazy Coupon Lady. People who buy portable generators during weather emergencies use them until the emergencies have ended, and then those go back too. Brick-and-mortar stores also allow shoppers to return unwanted purchases.

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