ivalua

MARCH 16, 2021

Sajid Kunnummal, Vice President and CPO at Navistar, was interviewed in late 2020 by Philip Ideson from Art of Procurement. When the crisis hit, Procurement as a function was suddenly in the hot seat, and it became the driving force for business continuity. Why is visibility so important?

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 130

QAD

APRIL 11, 2024

All hype aside, AI is really as simple as applying advanced analytics and logic-based algorithms to raw data to generate actionable insights, and it’s already widely used in manufacturing, finance, healthcare, retail and many other industries. It’s safe to say that AI has long moved past buzzword status. The future, however, isn’t static.

Predictive Analytics 71

Predictive Analytics Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Disruption Supply and Demand 71

ModusLink Corporation

APRIL 22, 2024

By harnessing the capabilities of a global 3PL partner, companies can unlock new possibilities for efficiency, scalability, and innovation in their electronics assembly processes. Consider the unique requirements of your manufacturing process. Seamless coordination across borders for streamlined supply chain operations.

Electronics 78

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QAD

JANUARY 4, 2022

QAD CMO Carter Lloyds described shipping delays, energy issues/sustainability challenges and the Carbon Bubble as three major industry disruptors affecting manufacturers. Lack of real-time communication between the manufacturing enterprise suppliers, third-party logistics providers and consumers. Medical and Pharmaceutical Technology.

Manufacturing Procurement 95

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Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Getting high-quality, compliant products to market is a long and arduous journey for most manufacturers. Regardless of the business, today’s manufacturers are under pressure to innovate faster and gain first-mover advantages while operating under the constraints of stringent regulatory requirements and greater product complexity.

Supply Chain Design Software 109

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Logility

AUGUST 31, 2022

With all of today’s supply chain disruptions, and new ones no doubt lurking around the corner, companies without optimized inventory are risking overpaying and underperforming. You need not only a sound methodology but also a transparent look into the end-to-end supply chain. Start With the Customer Experience.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Disruption Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 130

ivalua

DECEMBER 14, 2020

What we learned about agility and resilience can be applied to future-proof the source-to-pay (S2P) process and help organizations meet any new challenge with confidence. The job of sourcing professionals is to understand the risk in the supply chain and manage it so they can react quickly when a problem occurs.”

Procurement Solutions 130

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Unleashed

AUGUST 3, 2021

Here we provide an overview of the latest pet food industry trends, and answer the question: how can pet food manufacturers respond to changes in consumer demands to take advantage of these new trends? manufacturing had seen five years of consistent growth. manufactured?pet purchase in bulk, hoarding quantities?of

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

APRIL 11, 2022

Over the last decade, the role of the manufacturing and distribution CFO has undergone a profound shift. The role of the CFO is being transformed by technological innovation and access to massive amounts of data, both inside and outside the organization. Here’s ERP ROI for the manufacturing and distribution CFO: 1.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 7, 2023

The dynamic sourcing capability automatically smooths inventory targets day after day and ensures target service levels are achieved regardless of supplier constraints. Now supply chain teams can have the best answers when they need them, helping our customers better navigate supply uncertainty. release HERE.

Optimal Sourcing 156

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

Seen optimistically, this challenging trade environment is a catalyst for a slew of innovative measures and creative tactics to mitigate tariff costs – although one could argue that supply chain optimization from a cost and performance perspective is something that firms should already be doing on an ongoing basis. Insourcing.

Cost Reduction Strategies 245

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2023

” The industry is in a groupthink, largely missing the opportunities for breakthrough innovation. One of my insights from doing the industry analysis for the Supply Chains to Admire each year is that smaller and less well-known companies outperform larger and better-known manufacturers. Is this success?

Gartner 360

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OptiProERP

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Did you know: 90% of manufacturing leaders see a positive relationship between their performance and the sustainability transformation of their organization? 84% of consumers claim sustainability is a key consideration when making a purchase decision? 62% of global Co2 emissions come from manufacturing sectors?

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives. She also explained how Ivalua was instrumental in making that happen.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 130

ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives. She also explained how Ivalua was instrumental in making that happen.

Cost Reduction Strategies 130

Cost Reduction Strategies Sustainability Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies 130

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 15, 2021

regional research into manufacturing and distribution companies during the Covid-19 period to date. And as a result, the Kenyan manufacturing and distribution sector is receiving half the help of the global average, with Value Add reduced by 0.1% Supply Chain effect. The Manufacturing 4.0

Manufacturing Procurement 104

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QAD

APRIL 16, 2024

MODEX 2024, one of the largest supply chain trade shows in the USA, held at the sprawling Georgia World Congress Center, brought together supply chain professionals from around the world to explore the latest trends and innovations shaping the industry.

Supply Chain Software 82

Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Optimization 82

Resilinc

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Shahzaib Khan discusses Resilinc’s journey toward AI-driven supply chain excellence From its early inception in the 60s’ to its increasingly available public access, artificial intelligence (AI) has come a long way. Then, we look at where each company is manufacturing, housing, assembling, and testing.

Supply Chain Risk Management 75

Supply Chain Risk Management Risk Management Modeling Agile and Lean Supply Chain 75

RFgen

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Supply chain optimization and attracting talent will continue to be top-of-mind for manufacturers. Artificial intelligence (AI) is most likely to transform the manufacturing sector. Manufacturing has changed dramatically in recent years. As fundamental elements of the modern “smart factory,” Industry 4.0

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Analytics Software 52

ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

Sajid Kunnummal, Vice President and CPO at Navistar, was interviewed by Philip Ideson from Art of Procurement to discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Procurement. When the crisis hit, Procurement as a function was suddenly in the hot seat, and it became the driving force for business continuity.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement 130

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 2, 2022

To deal with the new challenges in managing and planning the supply chain , the procurement department is one of the functions that should look at changing. It is no longer sufficient for procurement to focus just on supplier costs, placing orders and ensuring goods are received. Risk management.

Optimal Sourcing 116

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 116

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 15, 2022

This week, the company announced a reversal in manufacturing and supply chain strategy, as well as a major turnabout. The company will henceforth outsource the manufacturing of its stationary exercise bikes and treadmills to a Taiwan based contract manufacturer. Pivot Toward Internal Manufacturing Presence.

Sourcing Strategies 105

Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Expense Reduction Inventory Reduction 105

Logility

JUNE 28, 2022

With Starboard’s Digital Twin Technology, Logility Clients Can Better Answer “What if” Scenarios and Optimize Supply Chain Networks to Overcome Disruptions and Drive Growth. a Traverse City, Michigan based innovator of supply chain network design software. ATLANTA (June 28, 2022) – Logility, Inc.,

Optimal Sourcing 252

Optimal Sourcing Network Optimization Software Logility Supply Chain Network Software 252

Precoro

MARCH 31, 2023

March 21 was the second annual iteration of World Sustainable Procurement Day , an online event organized by the Sustainable Procurement Pledge team, SPP Chapters, SPP Champions, and partners to raise awareness about the importance of ethical procurement and to share the best sustainability practices with organizations worldwide.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Logility

JUNE 30, 2022

Today’s supply chain is challenged by the impact of what would appear to be two disparate challenges: constant supply chain disruptions, and what’s been dubbed “The Great Resignation.” resigned from their jobs in durable goods manufacturing. How Labor and Talent Shortages Affect Supply Chains.

Supply Chain Planning Software 173

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the supply chain resiliency test. Supply chain disruption has many sources: tariffs and trade disputes, natural disasters, pandemics, economic uncertainty and cybersecurity attacks.

Supply Chain Planning Software 309

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software 309

Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Thirty-one months of supply chain disruption. The Russian invasion of Ukraine stretches into a much longer war resulting in serious disruptions to the food, automotive, and semi-conductor supply chains. Business continuity continues to be a risk for many retailers and manufacturers. My take away?

Supply Chain Planning Software 239

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 239

TrackVia

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic continues impacting manufacturers in an unprecedented way, globally hitting demand, supply, and workforce at the same time. Fortune reports that 94% of Fortune 1000 companies have seen supply chain disruptions from COVID-19 and 75% of companies have had negative or strongly negative impacts on their businesses.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Management Software 52

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

With a looming economic headwind on the horizon, the industries of the world can navigate through these challenges by riding three major trends: supply chain disruption, sustainability, and workforce turnover. Additive manufacturing can also help companies reduce waste materials that traditional manufacturing processes create.

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Modeling Software Demand Planning Software Sustainability 130

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 28, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides added information and perspectives related to last week’s natural disaster involving a U.S. Pfizer drug manufacturing facility. While disclosure laws prevent the FDA from providing a complete list of products made at the facility, there is redundancy in the supply chain due to other manufacturers.

North Carolina 52

North Carolina Supply Chain Network Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software 52

SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Supplier negotiation is the most critical skill in the world of procurement. It requires an in-depth knowledge of procurement processes to be able to bring the supplier on a mutual agreement. The following are common types of negotiation in procurement: 1. These risks may include supply chain disruptions and quality issues.

Negotiate Pricing 88

Negotiate Pricing Negotiating Skills Pricing Training Purchasing Training 88

QAD

MAY 7, 2020

The current pandemic-related spikes and shortages are a stark reminder that when a market disruption occurs, preparation and the ability to rapidly respond matters more than ever. Increasingly, we see manufacturers placing less emphasis on cost savings and more importance on supply chain adaptability, risk management and speed.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 113

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply and Demand 113

Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 21, 2021

He writes, “Global supply chains were clearly in trouble before COVID-19 arrived on the scene, but when it did, the weakness of our time-honored strategies for procurement, production and delivery became shockingly evident. To paraphrase an old maxim, then, necessity breeds innovation.”[2]

Supply Chain Transformation 130

Supply Chain Transformation Gartner Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 130

Logility

MAY 24, 2021

a leader in supply chain innovation powering the sustainable and resilient enterprise, has partnered with Tata Technologies, a leading global engineering, and product development digital services company. ATLANTA – May 24, 2021 – Logility, Inc.,

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Logility Supply Chain Software 130

Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 26, 2023

I’m not implying that efficiency no longer matters — it obviously does — but a disrupted supply chain can’t be efficient. According to analysts from the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), supply chain disruptions are likely to outpace resilience.”[1] Here’s the rub. 4] Rashid, op.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Gartner 130

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

These changes can significantly impact supply chains by affecting sourcing strategies, trade routes, and market access. These changes have increased the speed and accuracy of information flow, enabled real-time visibility, and improved collaboration among supply chain partners.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction 130

Logility

JANUARY 4, 2022

a leader in supply chain innovation powering the sustainable and resilient enterprise, today announced a partnership with Planalytics, Inc. We are excited to help businesses better manage supply chains by operationalizing weather impact analytics within their Logility solutions,” said Scott Bernhardt, president, Planalytics.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Logility Demand Planning Software Analytics Software 130