BlueYonder

OCTOBER 5, 2022

– Courtney Armstrong, Specialist, Talent Management – Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S. A year later, the hospice had a very special visitor, and my mum was selected to meet the Queen of England. Mum started going to a hospice every Monday as a day care patient, where she rekindled her love of painting.

Arizona 80

Arizona Talent Management Meeting Study 80

Demand Solutions

JUNE 26, 2015

Well, Deloitte asked survey participants how confident they are that their supply chain organization has the competencies it needs to meet today’s challenges. And only 44% said they were confident or very confident about meeting tomorrow’s challenges. Only 38% said they were confident or very confident.

Survey 100

Survey Supply Chain Optimization Report Optimal Sourcing 100

Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

The open question is how to best meet those consumer needs and expectations. Talent Management as the Core of a Supply Chain Strategy. And then there are the fulfillment trends: free and fast delivery, buy online and pick-up at store, and the ability to schedule a specific delivery day and time.

Innovation 174

Innovation Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software 174

Enterra Insights

JANUARY 26, 2022

Quirk cites a 2017 study published by the Information Services Group (ISG) that concluded, “This kind of automation technology is allowing for a 43 percent reduction in resources needed for order-to-cash processes, 34 percent for invoicing, and 32 percent for vendor and talent management.”

Supply Chain Software 130

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Predictive Analytics Software 130

NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Gerard Chick and I were recently interviewed by Kelly Barner on the Buyer’s Meeting Point Blog Talk Radio yesterday, and this was posted on their site for any interested parties to view. But you still have responsibility for the lower rungs of the ladder!

Procurement Analytics 40

Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing Procurement Meeting 40

Logility

AUGUST 28, 2018

Durable goods companies need to aggressively pursue the adoption of advanced supply chain capabilities by building a robust multi-phase plan to improve business process and data management capabilities, enabling systems, and talent management processes. Planned obsolescence in the durable goods industry is a common practice.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design Software 100

Logility

AUGUST 28, 2018

Durable goods companies need to aggressively pursue the adoption of advanced supply chain capabilities by building a robust multi-phase plan to improve business process and data management capabilities, enabling systems, and talent management processes. Planned obsolescence in the durable goods industry is a common practice.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design Software 100

TMC

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

In this post, I’ll explore the role of internships in talent management and share some best practices for setting up and managing an effective internship program. Hold bi-monthly meetings with every intern to lend support and check on progress. Identify the Qualities You Are Looking For In Your Candidates.

Supply Chain Planning 48

Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Talent Management Scenario Planning 48

TMC

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

In this post, I’ll explore the role of internships in talent management and share some best practices for setting up and managing an effective internship program. Hold bi-monthly meetings with every intern to lend support and check on progress. Identify the Qualities You Are Looking For In Your Candidates.

Supply Chain Planning 48

Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Talent Management Scenario Planning 48

Supply Chain Insights

MAY 17, 2016

One of the toughest challenges for the supply chain leader is building and retaining talent. Managing a global supply chain team today is not easy. We find that 59% of companies are experiencing issues in training and retaining mid-management talent. It is a tough challenge.

Supply Chain Design Software 191

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Price Mitigation Strategies 191

MIT Supply Chain

MARCH 4, 2014

The increasing importance of SCM has also brought a major challenge: how to ensure that there is enough talent to meet the profession’s needs today and tomorrow. In addition to lifting the demand for supply chain talent, SCM’s elevated role requires a mix of skills that is very different from what was needed a decade or more ago.

SCM 77

SCM Talent Management Modeling Supply Chain Design 77

TMC

MARCH 9, 2016

In this first post in a two-part series, I’ll explore the role of internships in talent management and share some best practices for setting up and managing an effective internship program. Hold bi-monthly meetings with every intern to lend support and check on progress. Check-In Regularly on Their Progress.

Supply Chain Planning 48

Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Talent Management Scenario Planning 48

ivalua

JULY 3, 2019

How to leverage the talent management of procurement professionals ? Come and meet the Ivalua team to discuss your journey through digital procurement. To book an on-site meeting with the team, please contact Yasmine at ybr@ivalua.com. How to find the balance between cost & quality ?

Cost Reduction Strategies 100

Cost Reduction Strategies Procurement Strategy Price Mitigation Strategies 100

MIT Supply Chain

MARCH 27, 2014

Rising labor costs in China, fluctuations in energy prices, and the need to meet increasingly stringent delivery deadlines, are some of the factors that are driving companies to rethink the way they deliver finished products to end customers. An area where agility is sorely needed is distribution.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 68

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Software Supply Chain 68

Supply Chain View from the Field

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Today’s knowledge forum focused on Talent Management and featured one speaker who really inspired me. Joanna Martinez from Cushman and Wakefield, a large real estate and facilities management person, discussed the challenges of working with HR as a procurement person. Great insights – with more to come!

Optimal Sourcing 60

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Conference Sourcing Strategies 60

Supply Chain View from the Field

MAY 5, 2014

My expectations were surely exceeded, and being able to meet you all at the conclusion of your work was a great personal capstone for me. I could not have been prouder of the two awards you all won, in addition to being selected to present to the Conference this morning.

Negotiating Skills 60

Negotiating Skills Procurement Supply Chain Talent Management Talent Management 60

Supply Chain View from the Field

MAY 31, 2013

We are preparing for the Chief Analytics Officer meeting coming up in Chicago in June. There is also a huge need for analytics in the area of talent management for supply chain and manufacturing. I’ve been leading a few calls for the International Institute of Analytics, as a faculty lead for the manufacturing group.

Analytics Software 74

Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Analytics 74

Talking Logistics

JUNE 15, 2018

The bottom line is that digital supply chain transformation is not enough; companies also have to transform their physical supply chain networks (and their approach to talent management ) to adequately meet the more demanding challenges and opportunities before them. Amazon: Vendor Managers Replaced by Algorithms.

Pricing Training 101

Pricing Training Purchasing Training Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software 101

Supply Chain View from the Field

JUNE 10, 2015

In fact, I have given several presentations on the Future of Procurement where I use the idea of “FutureBuy Man / FutureBuy Woman”, as an action figure or super hero who has all of the capabilities required to meet all of their stakeholders needs. So how can organizations find and develop this new generation of superheroes?

Procurement Solutions 60

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Procurement Purchasing Skills 60

Kinaxis

JANUARY 15, 2015

Take, for example, a typical medical device maker that has a laser focus on research and development (R&D), product design, and the goal of delivering innovative products that meet and exceed the expectations of its customers. What to Look for When Choosing a Partner.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software SCM Supply Chain Software 100

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 14, 2020

I’ve made a career rethinking supply chain strategy, sales and operations planning, and talent management helping executives and their teams reimagine their approach to supply chain management by: 1) leveraging new ways of thinking about supply chain and sustainability in the world we share. Meet Sheri Hinish.

Supply Chain Design Software 66

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design 66

Supply Chain View from the Field

JULY 18, 2013

Handfield will discuss nine key trends from the study and related topics at BVL’s first North American chapter meeting to be held in Goldsboro, N.C., Key strategies that companies plan to adopt in the coming five years include end-to-end integration, technology investments, talent management, and global process standards.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Material Savings 60

Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Amidst wide ranging predictions about what machines will do to human jobs, Dr. Lynda Gratton of London School of Business made an interesting observation in her keynote speech on talent management. She said humans have a distinct advantage that machines can’t mimic in the near future. All in all, I came back feeling quite energized.

Gartner 117

Gartner Pharmaceutical Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Execution 117

Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 1, 2023

In the area of corporate sustainability efforts, employees indicate that the company has scaled back its Climate Pledge which included an original goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2030.

Seattle 52

Seattle Idaho Miami Virginia 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Other benefits to strong employee engagement include: Better talent retention rates Increased sense of well being (decreased healthcare costs) Stronger employee retention rates Enhanced company’s bottom line Positive work environment Strengthened company reputation Improved internal communication Boosted creativity Stronger work ethic And much more!

Supply Chain 95

Supply Chain Optimal Sourcing Supply and Demand SCM 95

Arkieva

MARCH 2, 2016

Forums like this provide the opportunity to meet and share ideas with the next generation of leaders and students have rare opportunity to learn from the best of the best, and network with executives and experts in the supply chain field. The University of Kentucky will host the 6th Annual Supply Chain Forum on April 1st.

Supply Chain Planning 60

Supply Chain Planning Scenario Planning Inventory Reduction Supply Chain Strategy 60

BlueYonder

MARCH 10, 2016

As the EFT research report shows, both LSPs and their customers have an accelerating interest in innovation, technology, eCommerce and talent management. Hold executive-level meetings with customers to learn what their strategic objectives are and not just their tactical needs. Innovation Helps Grow Your Business.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 40

Logistics Network Optimization Software Report Global Logistics 40

ivalua

JANUARY 21, 2020

All states want to use public resources wisely and efficiently but doing so quietly is not enough to meet expectations. If you have a master data management strategy, constantly reviewing and optimizing it is imperative. If you don’t have a master data management strategy, now is the time.

Optimal Sourcing 124

Optimal Sourcing Expense Reduction Resource Reduction Price Reduction 124

Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

If you are unsure whether or not you need this help, consider meeting with one for a consultation. They can help you identify your goals and create a plan to achieve them. They can also provide guidance and support as you navigate your career. This will give you an opportunity to learn more about what they do and how they could help you.

Negotiating Skills 92

Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Planning Resource Reduction Buyer Training 92

NC State SCRC

MARCH 17, 2017

Continuing my reporting of the Procurement Leaders meeting in Miami, I sat in on a very interesting session that included three professionals from very different walks of life: Captain Harry Thetford – Defense Logistics Agency. In particular, management will often say “Oh yeah – we use cross-functional teams.”

Procurement 40

Procurement Buyer Training Miami Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 4, 2012

Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management. TalentEdge – Talent Management. TradeEdge – Demand Chain Management. I will be blogging live during the event about significant announcements, client and IBM meetings.

Optimal Sourcing 24

Optimal Sourcing Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software 24

Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 8, 2022

If you see a woman trying to speak up in a meeting but being ignored, say something about it and make sure that woman is provided the opportunity to share her thoughts. ”. In addition, women should seek champions who believe in them and will speak highly of them to others. Also importantly, women should keep an eye out for each other.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Gartner Supply Chain Software 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MAY 21, 2012

Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management. TalentEdge – Talent Management. TradeEdge – Demand Chain Management. Product Categories. Banking Suite. Cloud & Big Data. Customer Service. Digital Commerce. Digital Marketing.

Resource Reduction 38

Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Optimal Sourcing 38

MIT Supply Chain

JULY 23, 2015

But it’s also important to ensure that professionals possess the right skills companies need to meet the challenges of fast-changing markets today and tomorrow. […]. Increasing the number of qualified professionals will go some way in solving the problem.

Meeting 40

Meeting Modeling Industrial Industry 40

Infosys Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 1, 2012

Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management. TalentEdge – Talent Management. TradeEdge – Demand Chain Management. Meet Infosys experts at Oracle OpenWorld 2012, Booth No. Product Categories. Banking Suite. Customer Service.

Supply and Demand 24

Supply and Demand Manufacturing Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software 24

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 12, 2023

If the competition can hire or retain broader skill based planners that can leverage added technology tools, they can execute supply planning in a timelier and market opportunistic manner, capturing added market share to meet product or business opportunities as they arise.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software 52

TMC

MAY 4, 2017

Have you heard about companies investing a lot of money, time, and resources to implement a transportation management system (TMS), only to have to shelve the system later because the ongoing savings or efficiencies weren’t meeting expectations?

Supply Chain Network Software 62

Supply Chain Network Software Modeling Software Optimization Software Demand Planning Software 62