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It’s Time to Rethink Supply Chain Risk Management

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Herculean efforts by Procurement and Supply Chain departments to keep supplies flowing have prevented even more extreme disruptions than what we’ve experienced, but have inadvertently created additional risks. . Common Supply Chain strategies, such as just-in-time inventory, exacerbate the impact of shocks.

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Be Prepared: Improving Supplier Risk Management In Your Business

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Supply chain management and procurement sit poised on the frontlines of managing global supply risks for their brands. That’s why companies are always looking for new ways to streamline and increase efficiencies while also mitigating the risk within their supply chain. Understanding Supplier Risk Management.

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A Long Road Ahead for Procurement Professionals Managing Their Supply Chains

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Supply Chain Management In the ever-evolving world of freight and logistics, volatility has become the new normal. Procurement experts face transportation costs, customer demands, and high pressure on global container and air freight rates. But what does that mean for future strategies in procurement ?

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What Are the Differences Between Procurement and Purchasing in Manufacturing?

OptiProERP

Managing, planning, and tracking finance is very important when it comes to the outflow of cash. Procurement and purchasing are terms interchangeably used in manufacturing but are distinct activities. In this blog, we will see how purchasing and procurement differ. Steps in the Procurement Process 1.

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The Modern Risk Landscape Needs a Strong Supply Chain Risk Management Framework

Exiger Perspectives

Why a Supply Chain Risk Management Framework is Needed A supply chain risk management framework is critical for risk identification and effective management of the inherent and imposed risks in today’s business environment.

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The Top 5 Skills Every Procurement Manager Needs

Precoro

More and more companies are acknowledging the importance of centralizing and optimizing their procurement operations. One of the ways to accomplish this is to establish a procurement team to streamline ordering by centralizing purchases and improving supplier relations. What are the duties of a procurement manager?

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Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience

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Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience February 8, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Procurement stepped up to become a crucial driving force for business continuity. Work to achieve 100% supply chain visibility.