ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

One way of doing this is by leveraging Source-to-Pay (S2P) solutions, which can provide procurement with the tools needed to manage their supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost savings. S2P: Where to Start Ivalua provides a comprehensive set of integrated solutions that span the entire Source-to-Pay lifecycle.

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Sourcing Strategies Price Reduction Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement 264

Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

Here we give you eight real-world examples of how businesses use Kanban, a popular lean tool that’s helped companies in a huge range of sectors improve efficiency – especially those in the manufacturing industry. Kanban came from the same place as the wider principles of lean manufacturing: Toyota.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Examples 98

Unleashed

APRIL 18, 2024

The manufacturing industry thrives on efficiency gains. Just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing is a production management approach that helps you lift efficiency and streamline your operational processes. What is just-in-time manufacturing? What is just-in-time manufacturing? Here’s how it works.

Just-in-Time 52

Just-in-Time Manufacturing Procurement Waste Reduction Inventory Reduction 52

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 13, 2021

Sourcing Strategy: Effective vs Efficient with Ron Crabtree. Joe Lynch and Ron Crabtree discuss sourcing strategy: effective vs efficient. When developing a sourcing strategy, the focus can be effectiveness (gaining desired results) or on efficiency (reducing cost, labor, and resources used). About Ron Crabtree.

Sourcing Strategies 130

Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction Price Reduction Waste Reduction 130

ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Procurement Rising: The Silent Inflation Tax on Manufacturers February 27, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley Last year, the Consumer Price Index was the highest it has been in four decades, making inflation one of the most concerning macroeconomic factors facing the business world today.

Manufacturing Procurement 130

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Purchasing Skills 130

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Over his 30+ year career in the supply chain, Richard has worked with manufacturers around the world in operations, supply chain, and lean strategy roles to develop systems that can manage complex supply chains on a global scale. Richard previously founded and led Factory Logic, Inc. acquired by SAP).

Optimal Sourcing 241

Optimal Sourcing Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement 241

GlobalTranz

MARCH 23, 2016

Today I will discuss how a company can sustain a lean culture once they have implemented lean practices in order to achieve continuous improvement. Your company has started the lean journey, but how do you sustain it? How can we Continuously Improve Daily and Sustain a Lean Culture and Behavior? Why are we doing this?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Lean Sustainability 120

Unleashed

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The lean assembly line is a critical part of the broader lean manufacturing method – which is now a common approach modern manufacturers take to cut costs and achieve greater profits. So what does a lean assembly line actually involve, how do you set one up, and how do you avoid common mistakes?

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Lean Waste Reduction Inventory Management Software 98

Silvon Software

APRIL 18, 2024

Across the globe, manufacturing businesses are navigating economic uncertainties with increasing sophistication. Here’s a quick glimpse at how: Automated Data Integration : AI can automate the integration of data from multiple sources, recognizing and aligning similar data fields automatically.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Analytics Software Predictive Analytics 52

QAD

MARCH 23, 2023

Today, the choice for CPG manufacturers and supply chains is clear: future-proof with digital manufacturing technologies that can meet the customer where they are or be left behind. many businesses are left with a supply chain and manufacturing ecosystem that looks – and functions – a lot different than it used to.

Manufacturing Procurement 96

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Agile and Lean Supply Chain Purchasing Skills 96

Enterra Insights

APRIL 27, 2021

Quick delivery, lean operations and a widely distributed footprint have been the top priorities. 3] Following year-long discussions about supply chain resilience, the Economist reminds us, “Resilience comes not from autarky but from diverse sources of supply.”[4] But as the Suez Canal crisis shows, looks are deceiving.”[3]

Sourcing Strategies 130

Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Sourcing Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

It’s no secret that manufacturing companies around the world are rethinking their supply chain strategies. One of the ripple effects of the pandemic was that domestic sourcing, where possible, grew as companies could no longer import products for their production line. Australian reshoring strategies for advanced manufacturing .

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies 105

GlobalTranz

AUGUST 9, 2016

Lean is a new way of doing business. For shippers, culture and behavior have to change to apply Lean Transportation thinking. Lean thinking focuses on the elimination of all waste (where waste is defined as any non-value added process) and bringing value to the customer , beyond the customer’s expectations. Right Service.

Waste Reduction 120

Waste Reduction Agile and Lean Supply Chain Cost Reduction Strategies Lean 120

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the global world of businesses, companies often seek help from sourcing agencies to figure out how to get the things they need. But what’s a sourcing agency or sourcing agent and how does it make buying things easier? Let’s explore this world of sourcing agencies and understand what they do.

Purchasing Skills 75

Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Sourcing Strategies 75

Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 25, 2022

Is your manufacturing business not operating to the levels you’re expecting? As a manufacturing company, how will you ensure you attain efficiency? As a manufacturing company, how will you ensure you attain efficiency? This post will discuss tips you can adopt to attain manufacturing business efficiency.

Sourcing Strategies 106

Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Waste Reduction Manufacturing 106

DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Manufacturing Operations Management Community. Lean Manufacturing: Better Manufacturing Visibility, Lower Operational Costs. What Makes a Lean Initiative Successful? Despite its popularity and wide adoption among businesses, not all implementation of Lean principles achieve the same success rate.

Optimal Sourcing 156

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain S&OP 156

IQMS

JANUARY 21, 2021

Bottom Line : In 2021 and beyond, customers are voting with their dollars for the manufacturers who excel at sustainable manufacturing and make a positive contribution to the environment, dominating B2B supply chains and B2C purchasing decisions. of all North American manufacturers have a sustainability policy in place, and 8.3%

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Manufacturing Procurement Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sustainability 134

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Major businesses have had to completely re-consider previous supply chain strategies that were largely centred around lean manufacturing, just-in-time delivery and reducing operating costs. Manufacturing Network Diversification. Multi-Sourcing. Inventory and Capacity Buffers.

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Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Software 246

QAD

APRIL 13, 2023

While Contract Pharma & BioPharma manufacturers continue to experience an increase in demand for more projects, new challenges are emerging from nearly every angle including new regulatory and quality requirements, workforce shortages and of course, supply chain disruptions. is likely to reach 2.1

Pharmaceutical 95

Pharmaceutical Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing 95

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

It is no secret that the manufacturer and distributor sectors have been some of the hardest hit by the global health crisis and recent geopolitical instability. Tackling the various hurdles faced by manufacturers and distributors requires a strategic approach. Implementing innovative cost-saving for a manufacturer.

Manufacturing Procurement 116

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 116

Unleashed

APRIL 10, 2023

The internal processes of a manufacturer are critical to the success of the overall business. This article breaks down 11 of the most effective process improvement techniques in manufacturing that you can implement in your workplace today. Deep dive: Check out the 2023 Manufacturing Productivity Guide.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Six Sigma Optimal Sourcing Waste Reduction 52

Arena Solutions

MARCH 21, 2023

COVID-19 also highlighted the dangers of what happens when you have lean supply chains, as many brands found out fast by running out of inventory and not keeping pace with customer demand. Using renewable energy sources that can create long-term sustainable energy consumption.

Manufacturing Procurement 80

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Unleashed

JANUARY 14, 2024

Manufacturing inventory management is crucial to the success and profitability of your manufacturing operations. This guide for manufacturers explains how it works and explores the most effective ways to manage inventory in manufacturing.

Inventory Management Software 52

Inventory Management Software Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Reduction Inventory Management 52

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The food and beverage industry is the most important player in South Africa’s manufacturing industry, contributing approximately R85 billion a year to South Africa’s manufacturing sector. In the event of a food safety incident, it is vital to be able to both identify the source of the problem quickly and reassure consumers with facts.

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Manufacturing Procurement South Africa Manufacturing Beverage 105

ShipBob

OCTOBER 1, 2021

This question is at the heart of any lean supply chain strategy. By implementing the right process improvements, technology, and efficiency optimizations, merchants can create a lean supply chain that: Significantly cuts their logistics costs. What is a lean supply chain? Why retailers are creating lean supply chains.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 52

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Management practices such as lean manufacturing and just-in-time inventory management, along with globalization, have made tremendous impact on cost and service, but have accentuated risk. Lean manufacturing also focused on managing these operational risks, especially within the four walls of the enterprise.

Supply Chain Design Software 230

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 230

The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2023

Its readership includes growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers, packagers, and grocers. The magazine serves as an excellent source of buyers in various areas of the food and beverage industry. The magazine reaches more than 26,000 supply chain executives in the food and beverage sector.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 234

Logistics Network Optimization Software Food Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software 234

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 12, 2022

As supply chain disruptions continue the procurement function should adapt to improve transparency, build collaborative relationships, and ensure sustainable sourcing practices, resulting in a stronger, more resilient supply chain with Cloud ERP for manufacturing. Strategic sourcing with Cloud ERP.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions 105

USC Consulting Group

MARCH 15, 2021

We can all agree that 2020 was quite the tumultuous year for manufacturing, and for most every other industry out there. We’ve all had to pivot on a dime to accommodate COVID-19 workplace protocols and procedures, and that one change alone hit manufacturing especially hard. A few months into 2021, where is manufacturing today?

Manufacturing Procurement 98

Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing 98

OptiProERP

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In an era where environmental concerns are taking center stage, sustainability has emerged as a critical driver of success for manufacturers, big and small. Governments, consumers, and stakeholders increasingly prioritize sustainable practices, urging manufacturers to reevaluate their operations.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Waste Reduction Material Savings Resource Reduction 52

GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

Agile = The New Lean. Another key player in the 2016 state of supply chain report was the move away from rigid, lean processes to agile methodologies. Ultimately, lean supply chain processes improved efficiency, but they limited the variability and adaptability within a company. Procurement’s Role Did Become More Important.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 120

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 120

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

In these times of global turmoil, there are five (5) important megatrends shaping supply chain innovations in the coming years, namely in e-fulfillment, sourcing, food and agriculture, labour intensive operations, and halal supply chain management. From global to local and regional sourcing. Marco Tieman – CEO, LBB International.

Innovation 244

Innovation Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software 244

Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

Have you ever wondered how to implement a lean supply chain successfully? Then, he brings decades of experience and will show you how to make lean supply chain works. Background Lean concepts originated in the 1950’s in Japan, and developed and matured in Toyota factories over several decades. manufacturing in the 1990’s.

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

Kanban Logistics

APRIL 17, 2023

During periods of growth, manufacturers of all sizes tend to come to the same realization: they’ve run out of space for equipment and people and need to expand. Historically, manufacturers utilized what’s now referred to as a “just in case” logistics model. Enter the Just in Time (JIT) delivery system. This took up (i.e.,

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Material Savings 52

ThroughPut

MARCH 11, 2024

What is Manufacturing Operations Management? Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) is a long-term holistic solution that gives complete visibility into plant floor operations to help consistently improve manufacturing operations performance. What is Manufacturing Operations Management Software? from 2019 to 2026.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Handbook 52

DELMIA Quintiq

JULY 14, 2022

DELMIA Process Engineering Community – this Community covers all aspects of the collaborative design and manufacturing planning process. DELMIA Ergonomics Community – a valuable content hub for owners of the Ergonomic Workplace Design role, which helps manufacturing engineers make key decisions to create safe and efficient workplaces.

Optimal Sourcing 156

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 156

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

As manufacturers strive to reduce costs while increasing speed, the process of procuring materials, making products, and moving them where they need to be is more complex than ever. According to SYSPRO Research 70% of manufacturing businesses experienced material handling and supply chain disruptions during the pandemic.

Manufacturing Procurement 105

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 105