Procurement Academy

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Employees, consumers, the workers in their extended supply chains—and, naturally, the planet itself. This wider focus is known as ESG , environmental, social, and governance, and for procurement and supply chain functions, ESG’s wider focus brings challenges. Choices, choices, choices. Or vice versa?

Price Reduction 98

Price Reduction Inventory Reduction Buyer Training Procurement 98

Logility

MARCH 19, 2018

Food and beverage supply chains face mounting pressure to reduce costs, add more value and do more with fewer resources. For many F&B companies, the basic tenants of a supply chain planning foundation is established. 2) Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO). 3) Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS).

Optimal Sourcing 113

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Beverage Prescriptive Analytics Software 113

ShipBob

DECEMBER 25, 2023

When it comes to supply chain management , most ecommerce businesses are prepared for the worst while hoping for the best. Many business owners experienced what a disruptive environment truly feels like when supply chains around the world were challenged during the COVID-19 pandemic. What is supply chain convergence?

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Software 52

GlobalTranz

JUNE 15, 2018

Knowing the available inventory and assets only in distribution centers is inefficient and lacks value, but when applied across an entire supply chain network, inventory visibility propagates effective warehouse management. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018.

Omnichannel 125

Omnichannel Inventory Reduction Warehousing Resource Reduction 125

Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 5, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Defining the New Normal in Supply Chain! Resilience article and permission to publish here provided by Sam White at Argentus. As everyone in Supply Chain Management knows today, the field has come a long way. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Get Our EBOOK HERE.

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Material Savings Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Talking Logistics

MARCH 7, 2017

When you consider the increasing complexity of the automotive supply chain, collaboration continues to play an important role. It’s about creating a common cross-company basis that integrates all participants on a procurement or distribution level.

Automotive 102

Automotive Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Network Software 102

Supply Chain Network

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Research confirms cross-functional collaboration and supply chain integration are challenging business goals that many companies deprioritize because the value is difficult to define. Decades spent pursuing cost savings within internal supply chain functions leaves little room for improvement at this point.

Optimal Sourcing 101

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Gartner Supply Chain Optimization 101

Intelligent Audit

MAY 18, 2021

Omnichannel supply chains have become increasingly more common in the modern transportation network. As a result, a great deal of confusion has arisen about what omnichannel chains are and what they are not. Why the Omnichannel Supply Chain Enables Better, Easier Reopening. Download the White Paper.

Omnichannel 52

Omnichannel Modeling Supply and Demand Supply Chain Software 52

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The recent disruptions to supply chains caused by the coronavirus epidemic in China have given supply managers the world over pause for thought. Now more than ever, businesses must improve the efficiency of their supply chains not only to maintain a competitive advantage but also to reduce risk.

Negotiating Skills 103

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Skills 103

Logility

MARCH 29, 2018

Last week we shared five capabilities to help take the Food & Beverage supply chain to the next level. Today, we continue this conversation and look at six must have capabilities that drive supply chain improvement for F&B manufacturers. Advanced Inventory Management. Consensus Demand Planning.

Beverage 100

Beverage Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 100

The Network Effect

APRIL 1, 2016

Principal, Supply Chain Technology, Tompkins International. The orchestration of processes and information for the procurement of goods to the “last mile” delivery to the customer is a required competency in today’s direct to consumer marketplace. White Paper: Final Delivery: A Technology Perspective on Omnichannel Retailing.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Planning 100

Intelligent Audit

MAY 27, 2021

Many businesses in the transportation and logistics industry use retail supply chain analytics to predict the future. The Perfect Order Rate Retail supply chain analytics helps pinpoint exact numbers. Cash-to-Cash Cycle Time Another critical feature in retail supply chain analytics lies in the cash-to-cash cycle time.

Analytics Software 52

Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling 52

Intelligent Audit

MAY 27, 2021

Many businesses in the transportation and logistics industry use retail supply chain analytics to predict the future. Retail supply chain analytics helps pinpoint exact numbers. Another critical feature in retail supply chain analytics lies in the cash-to-cash cycle time. The Perfect Order Rate.

Analytics Software 52

Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling 52

Logility

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Supply Chain Challenges Facing the Durable Goods Industry. Being a technical person, I was not sought out to assist in procuring fashion related items (bedspreads, towels, rugs, wall decorations), but was instead assigned to the refrigerator and microwave end of the spectrum. “young adult”) off to college.

Optimal Sourcing 127

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Forecasting Purchasing Skills 127

Logility

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

” While the economic climate may be uncertain, many companies realize they have to invest in areas such as supply chain management software to be competitive and profitably grow. According to the report supply chain applications are one of the top three areas of interest for 2012.

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Material Savings Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction 100

Vanguard Software

MAY 11, 2021

In order to capitalize on pent-up customer demand, while staying ahead of potential supply chain disruptions, organizations need to have a real-time, predictive, and collaborative supply-chain planning platform in place. While ambitious, this shows how crucial supply-chain evolution truly is.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Logility

APRIL 2, 2020

Supplier scorecards are globally accepted as a key tool for managing a more profitable supply chain. Building a new supplier scorecard program can have a major impact on the costs and value of your procurement and purchasing functions. Interested in additional ways to improve profitability across your supply chain?

Negotiating Skills 157

Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Purchasing Skills 157

Jaggaer

MAY 12, 2020

In five to ten years, procurement in many of the world’s leading companies will be “truly digital”. They will have succeeded in transforming their procurement organizations to leverage artificial intelligence-based technologies to achieve autonomous procurement. Autonomous Procurement: The Reality versus the Hype.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Procurement Predictive Analytics Software 52

synchrono

JANUARY 8, 2018

A few decades ago, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) was a hot topic. Many manufacturers saw it as a way to reduce inventory levels and costs. If they could get their suppliers to maintain ownership of raw materials or subcontracted components until consumed, inventory levels would naturally drop—on paper anyway.

Vendor Strategies 75

Vendor Strategies Inventory Reduction Inventory Manufacturing Procurement 75

Jaggaer

JANUARY 28, 2019

As we’ve explored in our last two blog posts, economists are predicting a decline in global economic growth due to policy and trade issues both in the United States and the European Union , bringing an increased risk to supply chains and procurement organizations.

Manufacturing Procurement 40

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Procurement 40

Logility

MARCH 16, 2011

Yes, a better supply chain is just three steps away. It is no secret there is increasing pressure from customers, competitors, internal management, and others to create additional efficiency throughout the supply chain. Map and Model the Supply Chain as a Multi-Stage Network. plus shipping and handling.

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Bristlecone

OCTOBER 29, 2020

There’s more to supply chain transformation than systems integration. For one manufacturing client, a recent diagnostics assessment identified key opportunities in supply chain planning process improvements, logistics optimization and reporting enhancements. Supply chain transformation projects built on SAP S/4HANA.

Optimal Sourcing 52

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Modeling 52

RFgen

JUNE 30, 2016

Leaders must have visibility into every link of the supply chain. All industries should recognize the growing importance of the supply chain. A Deloitte survey found 79 percent of companies with industry-leading delivery and procurement capabilities achieved significant revenue growth. What Partners Can Do.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain 52

RFgen

JUNE 30, 2016

Leaders must have visibility into every link of the supply chain. All industries should recognize the growing importance of the supply chain. A Deloitte survey found 79 percent of companies with industry-leading delivery and procurement capabilities achieved significant revenue growth. What Partners Can Do.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain 52

RFgen

MARCH 23, 2015

End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility. Supply chain visibility is an increasingly important factor in today’s manufacturing industry. The seemingly most successful firms are open and honest about their supply chain operations and practices, leaving little room for outside discrimination.

Supply Chain Visibility 52

Supply Chain Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 52

RFgen

MARCH 23, 2015

Supply chain visibility is an increasingly important factor in today’s manufacturing industry. The seemingly most successful firms are open and honest about their supply chain operations and practices, leaving little room for outside discrimination. Procurement: selected and targeted information is in demand.

Supply Chain Visibility 52

Supply Chain Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction 52

OptiProERP

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The manufacturing cost is the sum cost of all resources used in procuring raw materials and converting those raw materials into finished products. This phase also determines the strategies for the manufacturing supply chain, quality, service, vendors, configurations, reliability, variety, and derivative products.

Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Cost Reduction Strategies Waste Reduction Expense Reduction Vendor Strategies 52

RFgen

DECEMBER 17, 2015

A history of honest business practices protect companies when supply chain problems occur. There are procedures companies must go through to ensure their supply chain operations and inventory control practices are legal. Unethical supply chains make merchandise available through means just north of legal.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization 52

RFgen

DECEMBER 17, 2015

A history of honest business practices protect companies when supply chain problems occur. There are procedures companies must go through to ensure their supply chain operations and inventory control practices are legal. Unethical supply chains make merchandise available through means just north of legal.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization 52

RFgen

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Here’s how supply chains can demonstrate their worth. Supply chain management professionals understand the value they bring to a business. Success along the supply chain can lead to anything from greater customer satisfaction to innovative product design. Misconceptions About the Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Waste Reduction Supply Chain Strategy 52

RFgen

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Here’s how supply chains can demonstrate their worth. Supply chain management professionals understand the value they bring to a business. Success along the supply chain can lead to anything from greater customer satisfaction to innovative product design. Misconceptions About the Supply Chain.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Waste Reduction Supply Chain Strategy 52

Logility

AUGUST 30, 2016

Considering the current appetite for “supply chain excellence,” I wonder if it is possible we’re focusing on the wrong things? We try to measure “better-faster-cheaper” by developing indexes based on margin, asset efficiency, inventory turns, supply chain cost as a percentage of sales, or growth.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 100

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Innovation Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies 100

Logility

AUGUST 30, 2016

Considering the current appetite for “supply chain excellence,” I wonder if it is possible we’re focusing on the wrong things? We try to measure “better-faster-cheaper” by developing indexes based on margin, asset efficiency, inventory turns, supply chain cost as a percentage of sales, or growth.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 100

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Innovation Cost Reduction Strategies Vendor Strategies 100

Vanguard Software

MAY 4, 2021

Download White Paper. Delays happen when market demands are not reflected in the supply chain with minimal lapse time and they can severely impact the demand forecast accuracy. Improve planning with integrated supply-demand forecasting. However, there are quite a few ways to improve demand forecast accuracy.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Forecasting Software Supply and Demand Modeling 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. TradeEdge – Demand Chain Management. Supply Chain Management. White Papers. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape.

Optimal Sourcing 34

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 34

Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 2, 2012

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. TradeEdge – Demand Chain Management. Supply Chain Management. White Papers. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape.

Sourcing Strategies 29

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 29

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

You can read more on the topic in our recent white paper, Wide Open: How the Panama Canal Expansion Is Redrawing the Logistics Map [DK1] , which was written collaboratively with Boston Consulting Group. In my opinion, there will be more than one way to procure capacity, rates, and services for the 2016-2017 season.

Panama 100

Panama Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Price Reduction 100