ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

The Retail Trends Shaping How We Shop in 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. Ah, the joy of shopping.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 13, 2023

.” Changing consumer behavior is only one trend to which stakeholders in the CPG sector need to watch and respond. ”[2] Below are some of the CPG trends experts believe will continue to affect the CPG sector in 2023. ”[2] Below are some of the CPG trends experts believe will continue to affect the CPG sector in 2023.

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EC Sourcing Group

JUNE 8, 2021

Where to Start if You’re New to Procurement Sourcing Solutions. There are many people who are not new to procurement and sourcing and its role in the supply chain but may be new to sourcing solutions and software. Procurement Sourcing Solutions : What Is Procurement Management?

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Eyvo

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Managing procurement processes and supply chains can be strenuous for many organizations. Resilient supply chains and efficient eProcurement software are what make the recent trends in procurement complete. Companies with intelligent and smooth procurement software were able to battle the storm and stand strong.

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Precoro

JULY 8, 2022

The question arises: when to separate purchasing management tasks into an autonomous operational role and hire a designated professional? There is no universal answer to this question, as purchasing process, procurement policies, goals, and volumes differ not only in the industries but even from company to company.

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Precoro

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

This month, we continue our Procurement Basics series and would like to introduce our readers to yet another set of often misused business terminology. As both sourcing and procurement are related to obtaining supplies for the organization, confusing these two terms is easy. Procurement. Focuses on what and how is supplied.

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QAD

APRIL 11, 2024

As I discussed in a recent article in Food Logistics, it’s a powerful tool for predictive analytics, demand planning and business forecasting that shouldn’t be overlooked. How is AI Improving Supply Chain Management? It’s safe to say that AI has long moved past buzzword status. This is a perfect use case for AI.

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ShipBob

OCTOBER 16, 2023

How to calculate reorder points ShipBob keeps reorder points simple Reorder point formula FAQs Maintaining proper inventory levels is an elegant dance that must balance consumer demand and supplier reliability. Inventory management software will track your inventory and alert you when you reach your SOP. Or what about safety stock?

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 19, 2022

As the needs of vendors and customers change, there are varying industry trends altering and complicating the supply chain. Some Trends Showing The Rising Complexity of Supply Chains. How to Manage Supply Chain Complexities. A good example is using automated purchasing through purchasing software.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Check out What is Virtual Procurement and Why Should You Care? Where is procurement, outsourcing, sourcing, supply chain, and purchasing going? Secondarily, we will include information from other procurement professionals and procurement firms about their experiences, what they forecast, and what they are seeing.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 13, 2023

By the end of this article, you’ll gain insights into which inventory health indicators you should be monitoring, how to overcome common inventory management hurdles, and see how a third-party logistics provider like ShipBob can help. Reduced spoilage and obsolescence: Critical for perishable or trend-sensitive products.

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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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Unleashed

JUNE 7, 2023

The inventory optimisation process looks something like this: Historical data for product sales and supplier lead times are analysed to determine predictable supply and demand trends. External circumstances that might affect future sales, such as seasonality, promotions, and social trends, are factored in. Demand forecasting software.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

It provides the facility to analyze forecasting errors, share data between departments such as procurement, identify sales trends and seasonality. Other related tools such as Pareto analysis identify which products are most profitable and hence those you should focus your attention on. Stay Agile, Get Ahead.

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HICX Solutions

JANUARY 13, 2023

In this episode of Supplier Experience Live Podcast from HICX, we welcomed Canda Rozier , a Procurement Evangelist and Consultant. She also often contributes to sourcing industry publications, speaks at procurement conferences and events globally and is winner of the 2019 Sourcing Star Award of the SIG Future of Sourcing Award.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 26, 2021

To narrow the discussion, I will look at the technology trends identified by two of the world’s largest consulting firms — Deloitte and Gartner. Each firm has identified nine technology trends they believe will have significant impacts on businesses over the next couple of years. Below are Deloitte’s nine technology trends.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 3, 2022

This is because the weather influences consumer buying behavior everyday – and it never stops changing; no other external variable shifts demand trends as immediately, frequently, and meaningfully. How Weather Influences Retail Demand. How to Use Weather Analytics in Retail Forecasting. based on the sales theme.

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Precoro

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

In order to run a successful business, you need a dedicated procurement team to obtain these essential goods and services, ensure timely delivery, and nurture good relationships with your vendors. Paying for offices, utilities, technology subscriptions, and cleaning services is also part of the procurement team's responsibility.

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ShipBob

OCTOBER 4, 2023

However, good inventory management also requires strategic inventory reduction instead of simply procuring more goods. You’ll also learn some effective strategies on how to reduce inventory levels to save costs. This helps businesses to get more out of their procurement budget and increase their profits. Let’s get started.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2022

Retail returns occur when a customer returns the purchased items to a seller in exchange for a refund, store credit, or a similar product. Returns come with plenty of challenges around logistics, inventory, and predicting volatile sales trends. 84% of buyers read the return policy before making an online purchase.

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HICX Solutions

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

The discussion focused on key findings from our recent Voice of the Supplier Survey and reactions to the results from an industry-insider perspective and a supplier point of view.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

This includes the cost of capital used to purchase inventory, which could have been invested elsewhere for potential returns. Additionally, they may involve the interest expense on loans or lines of credit used to finance inventory purchases. Capital costs Capital costs represent the opportunity cost of the funds tied up in inventory.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 14, 2019

Retail trends. Omnichannel may not be one of the sexiest digital transformation trends in retail — but it is definitely the most necessary.”[3]. Pitassi notes, “Cognitive computing will be used more frequently than ever to understand what [consumers] want and how to give it to them. ”[3]. Cognitive computing.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 29, 2021

”[2] Below are some of the other trends experts suggest are impacting the CPG sector. Consumer Packaged Goods Trends. As most people know, the pandemic and resulting lockdowns forced consumers to use the digital path to purchase for many of the products they desired to buy, including food. Rise in e-commerce.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Here is a list of challenges and solutions for manufacturers to remain resilient and maintain growth momentum. We live in a time where we can purchase almost anything with a click of a button. The post Top 3 challenges facing manufacturers and how to overcome them appeared first on SYSPRO Blog. Transitioning to B2B e-Commerce.

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Proxima

JUNE 5, 2023

In the world of procurement and supply chain, this is an important moment to pivot our approach. As the economic climate tightens and price increases become less of a viable tool to increase profits, business leaders will shift their focus to maintaining or improving margins through cost reduction.

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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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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. Fortunately, these five trends may alleviate some of the strains of competition by giving supply chain partners an advantage in the global market.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Read on to discover everything you need to know about opening inventory, including the formula and how to calculate it. In retail and distribution, it most commonly refers to products that are available to be purchased by consumers. How to calculate opening inventory First, determine your cost of goods sold for the previous period.

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Unleashed

MARCH 8, 2023

Choosing the best inventory management software isn’t easy. This guide is designed to inform you which features are most important, the best time to invest in inventory software, and the costs you can expect to pay. When shopping for inventory software, first determine your answers to the following questions. What’s your budget?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2023

First, give me some insight on how the pandemic affected the MRO space. Second, as supply chain disruptions become more commonplace, what are the major trends SDI is seeing? Fourth, how does all of this affect the labor force? I asked John to give some deeper insights on a few key points.

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Precoro

JUNE 6, 2022

For example, software vendors often sell software and support services to the end-user on behalf of large IT corporations. Suppliers are your go-to for finding raw materials if you are procuring supplies for production. How to Manage Vendor and Supplier Relationships Well. The vendor is quite a "flexible" term.

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Unleashed

JULY 2, 2023

It’s used frequently in inventory accounting to help businesses understand their holding costs and make optimised purchasing decisions. In this article, we explore what Days Inventory Outstanding is, how to calculate it, and how to improve the result. What is Days Inventory Outstanding?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 28, 2020

The Procurement, or Purchasing, function is considered by many to be a necessary but non-strategic part of any organization. But there is a profoundly significant Procurement value chain. Procurement is strategic! Now is the time for Procurement to SELL! Could the CPO Be Replaced by the Chief Value Officer?

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Unleashed

MARCH 6, 2024

An agile supply chain has key characteristics – such as resiliency, flexibility, and visibility – which enable businesses to adapt to new trends and increase productivity. Supply chain management software can facilitate proactive planning through the provision of forecasting, simulation, optimisation, and scenario analysis tools.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

As we head into a new year it is a good time to take a look at the coming year and see what it may hold in the way of trends. We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management. Do you have the right people in place?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

A social media presence is essential in today’s e-commerce world where recent data suggests that more than 44 percent of global internet users purchased products through a social media site. People are using their mobile devices to make purchases now more than ever. The post How to Boost Your E-Commerce Business!

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