The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Procurement, activities such as strategic sourcing, are one of the main processes in the supply chains that can generate a positive impact on companies by giving them a competitive advantage in the market. Strategic sourcing can help supply chain leaders identify potential risk factors and develop procurement mitigation plans.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Purchasing Skills 130

Supply Chain Movement

JANUARY 11, 2016

Our members will focus on the latest trends in Supply Chain and debate the most up to date innovations available to the industry. The event is comprised of an agenda of original case studies, inspirational keynote sessions, interactive workshops and specialist working groups. Procurement. Purchasing. Operations.

Supply Chain Design Software 60

Supply Chain Design Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design 60

Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 21, 2013

I also had the opportunity to speak at the GHX conference and facilitate a leadership workshop on the required changes for implantable devices. Here are some of the quotes from the workshop I led yesterday that helped me to better understand the industry: “A process born out of chaos is chaos. Balance innovation and standardization.

Modeling 239

Modeling Modeling Software Pharmaceutical Procurement Analytics 239

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

I am facilitating a workshop between supply chain business visionaries and technology innovators. The SAP acquisition of Ariba slowed innovation and the purchase, and then the failed promise of investment in Crossgate was disappointing to SAP supply chain business users. Building the Network of Networks.

Supply Chain Design Software 150

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Trends Prescriptive Analytics Software 150

NC State SCRC

JANUARY 18, 2018

I also predicted how this type of engagement would continue to grow in the future, as organizations begin to recognize the value of having an objective, third party view on their problems can create innovative solutions. This project is the e xtension of an executive workshop we ran last fall. Lenovo Blockchain Analysis Part 2.

Vendor Strategies 40

Vendor Strategies Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction Resource Reduction 40

EcoVadis

MAY 25, 2017

For our 10 years anniversary, EcoVadis received the best gift ever: Hundreds of professionals in sustainable procurement, CSR and supply chain came together in Paris to share, network, learn and present at EcoVadis Sustain 2017, and our Rock-In-A Free World celebration in Paris this month. Collaboration. More on the awards below.).

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Supply Chain Strategy Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 40

NC State SCRC

MARCH 22, 2019

Some of the typical complaints I hear from procurement colleagues are the same ones I heard 20 years ago, and it seems as if nothing has changed. “Procurement doesn’t get any respect! I can’t get people in the business to listen to what I want to propose to them, and they don’t show up to my category meetings.”

Procurement Solutions 58

Procurement Solutions Negotiate Pricing Modeling Software Negotiating Skills 58

Arena Solutions

MARCH 9, 2023

This four-day event is packed with interactive workshops, technical trainings, and a keynote from PTC’s president and CEO, Jim Heppelmann , that deliver practical solutions to address your most critical business challenges. To stay on course, many companies are moving away from legacy systems and embracing a digital transformation.

Supply Chain Design Software 76

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Optimization Software 76

Requis

MAY 22, 2020

He is a consultant to Fortune 500 companies and US federal agencies, and a speaker with focus on the fields of strategic sourcing, supply market intelligence, and supplier development. Meanwhile, salespeople for suppliers were trying to work around procurement. What do you see coming in tech innovation for supply chain?

Data 52

Data Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

ivalua

AUGUST 21, 2022

As a Procurement Leader, carbon neutrality by 2050 should be a central focus and Dr. Natacha Tréhan’s comprehensive research offers practical tips to get you on track. First, let’s start with procurement and how it plays a significant role in reducing the carbon footprint with 3 key areas of impact: – Actions with suppliers.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Material Savings Supply Chain Design Software 130

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

Analytical innovation and digital transformation drove step-change capabilities within the office and marketing. The traditional supply chain is inside-out, triggering processes on the back of order-to-cash and procure-to-pay financial processes. source Moody’s). As a result, many companies are struggling. Barrier #1.

Supply and Demand 150

Supply and Demand Prescriptive Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Slimstock

MARCH 26, 2019

Though it’s often overlooked as an element of customer satisfaction, procurement is an essential component for delivering that satisfaction. Procurement involves buying goods and services that keep an organization operating; it ensures warehouses are well-stocked with the proper supplies at all times. 4 Ways to Improve Procurement.

Optimal Sourcing 66

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 66

SupplyOn

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

The Aviation Forum, held in Munich for the first time, provided numerous insights and innovative approaches on how the aerospace industry can meet the upcoming fundamental changes (photo courtesy of IPM) Now Munich.

Aerospace 8

Aerospace Industrial Industry Predictive Analytics Software 8

EcoVadis

DECEMBER 28, 2016

From California to Connecticut, and Novi to New Orleans, EcoVadis was on the ground contributing to the advancement of sustainable procurement and CSR/sustainability practices in global supply chains during our most active year on record in the US. Ethical Sourcing Forum (New York, NY). AIAG Corporate Responsibility Summit (Novi, MI).

Sourcing Strategies 60

Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Strategies 60

Unleashed

MARCH 5, 2024

Magnus Firth, Workshop Manager at Renewable Parts, tells us procurement is a key issue. Just the challenge of sourcing parts and getting parts and having different sources,” he says. “Re-engineering, What are we sourcing? Where are we sourcing it from?

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain 52

ivalua

MARCH 1, 2019

Chief Procurement Officers stand at the precipice of change and taking the next steps towards Procurement innovation is going to require strong leadership and expert guidance. BUT, technology is only there to empower innovators through their paradigm shift. There are 3 steps in the Procurement Digitization Journey.

Optimal Sourcing 113

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Sourcing Strategies Vendor Strategies 113

Supply Chain View from the Field

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Acquisition in the federal government has been identified as a major source of potential savings in the future, as in the private sector, but a recent set of workshops and interviews identified some major challenges that exist. Emerging Issues in Supply Chain Government Acquisition Strategic Sourcing Supply chain analytics'

Analytics Software 60

Analytics Software Analytics Government Material Savings 60

SupplyShift

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

For example, procurement, quality, and sustainability divisions at larger companies often sort suppliers into segments. Responsible sourcing audit scores. In practice, this might look like proactively setting up a collaborative workshop. Furthermore, can your R&D teams co-innovate? Can you seek out common goals?

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction Price Reduction 52

SupplyShift

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

For example, procurement, quality, and sustainability divisions at larger companies often sort suppliers into segments. In practice, this might look like proactively setting up a collaborative workshop. Furthermore, can your R&D teams co-innovate? Who is your buyer and what is important to them?

Procurement Analytics 40

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction Price Reduction 40

6 River Systems

DECEMBER 11, 2018

As the biggest players in fulfillment, distribution and omnichannel retail continue to push boundaries, logistics and planning strategists are forced to innovate. Implement supply chain actions, including with internal procurement teams, with suppliers and through broader collaboration, and develop measurable targets for these efforts.

Inventory Reduction 75

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies 75

Vinculum

JANUARY 18, 2023

The organisation’s goal was to establish itself as the go-to resource for finding innovative businesses from India. Hyperpure, a one-stop procurement service run by Zomato, provides restaurant partners with excellent nutrition and kitchenware. Cr in 2018, are Zivame’s primary source of revenue.

India 52

India Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Inventory Management Software 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

In some cases, purely transactional suppliers in regional or out-sourced models may be placed below the level of “approved” in this model. All levels of the organization must be involved, from the procurement person responsible for the supplier up through the CEO, depending on the value of the supplier. All Aboard!

Material Savings 44

Material Savings Cost Reduction Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction 44