ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

What does Procurement mean? An organization’s Procurement function is responsible for managing spend, in other words the buying goods and services that are used to make the products sold to customers as well as the purchasing of products and services used to run the organization on a day to day basis.

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Taulia

JULY 21, 2022

The supply chain activities involved in the procurement process , from sourcing the right suppliers to taking delivery of materials and products, are vital to the overall health of any business. But how can supplier performance be measured? The importance of supplier KPIs.

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Precoro

MAY 19, 2023

To monitor supply chain performance, stakeholders of successful companies typically define supply chain metrics that are relevant to the given business and track these KPIs regularly. By setting benchmarks for metrics, analysts can recognize unsettling trends and take preventive measures on time.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 23, 2019

Companies that focus on strategic sourcing can generate substantial economic value not just by eliminating waste, reducing costs and improving administrative efficiency, but also by building stronger supplier relationships that can make them more competitive, profitable and nimble. These metrics are noted in the following sections below.

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Unleashed

MARCH 21, 2021

The procure to pay process is complex and far more than simply making a phone call, or sending a few emails to arrange the purchase of goods. Strategically approaching the procure to pay process can see your company reap the rewards. In this guide, we’ll cover: What is the procure to pay process. Negotiating.

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Taulia

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The procurement process is a critical business function, but how do you measure how effectively the process is managed in your business? Setting KPIs for your procurement department can help to demystify their performance and deliver insights into where improvements can be made. So which procurement metrics and KPIs should you measure?

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Unleashed

MARCH 16, 2021

Having grown sufficiently, you may find your SME business now has the need for a dedicated purchasing manager – and perhaps even a purchasing department. So if you’re a business owner who is wondering how to run a purchasing department, then check out our practical guide below. Goals of purchasing.

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Unleashed

MARCH 28, 2021

Supplier relationship management is often referred to as the B2B equivalent of customer relationship management. We’ll define this crucial management concept and explain how you can implement and improve supplier relationship management to leverage business success. What is supplier relationship management?

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

billion metric tons—the emissions have rebounded in 2021 and 2022. Transportation was redirected to be used in providing first aid, leading to supply chain bottlenecks, shortages and price hikes. In the case of manufacturers, it means procuring green and sustainable raw materials. Fighting climate change with green logistics.

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Precoro

MAY 27, 2021

For anyone responsible for procurement in an organisation, supplier management is an inevitable area of responsibility. Poor supplier performance due to the lack of oversight, analytics and clearly defined requirements. Anticipate and react to market volatility and price changes.

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Precoro

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

The cash conversion cycle (CCC), also called the net operating cycle, is a metric used to measure the efficiency of a company's cash management and liquidity. Negative impact on the company's stock price, credit rating, or ability to attract investment, as investors and creditors often assess the CCC.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Raw material inventory management oversees the procurement, handling, and storage of raw materials. It encompasses the processes involved in purchasing, tracking, consuming, and relocating raw materials. Reliance on a few suppliers How you procure and manage your suppliers will impact how they perform.

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NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Lessons Learned from a Career in Procurement As part of our weekly Supply Chain Leadership, I interviewed Howard Richman, who I am co-authoring a new book with (“Procurement Confidential”). At Mars, procurement (commercial as it was called) was one of the most highly regarded of the professions.

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EC Sourcing Group

MAY 31, 2023

Managing spending is a top priority for executive teams across industries, and purchase price variance (PPV) holds immense significance in controlling costs. PPV measures the variation between the actual purchased price and the standard baseline price of goods and services.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In the realm of efficient procurement management, understanding the various types of procurement reports becomes paramount. These reports serve as navigational tools, offering insights into different facets of the procurement process.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Consider Vendor Managed Inventory One way to save costs in inventory is to shift the responsibility of its management to your suppliers using a VMI system. Under a VMI system the supplier, usually a manufacturer, is responsible for optimising the level of inventory held by the distributor.

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EazyStock

MARCH 14, 2023

The right purchasing and logistics strategies give companies an edge during these unique, uncertain times and, during the return “to normal,” a greater competitive advantage and continued growth. With the right strategies in purchasing, logistics and supply chain, you can navigate through a recession and come out as a winner.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

The ability to analyze this data enables the retail giant to make informed decisions on product procurement, inventory management, and demand forecasting. The retail giant has strategically adopted various IT initiatives to optimize its operations, enhance collaboration with suppliers, and achieve real-time inventory targeting.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

When businesses align production and procurement schedules with demand, they optimize their supply chain processes. SCMDOJO’s Inventory Optimization Tool will save you 30 hrs of time if you do it yourself to get all the proper recommendations. It does this by identifying seasonal trends and demand patterns.

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CormSquare

JANUARY 10, 2017

Subsequently, procurement tends to be an afterthought, when it should be approached strategically! Small businesses spend between 40% – 65% of sales revenue on procurement of inputs. Following are the 5 strategies that can help SMEs in nearly any phase of their procurement efforts. Improved Internal Procurement Processes.

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Unleashed

MARCH 23, 2021

Chances are, especially in this strange new economy, life is going to get fairly complicated as you need to adjust the supply of materials to meet changing demand , as well as account for all the other little details that come along with purchasing and utilising materials. Sourcing and purchasing. What is materials management?

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Unleashed

JANUARY 3, 2023

Production lead times aren’t profitable The moment that you purchase raw materials, you also lock access to all that capital. Customers receiving goods without paying on time adds extra time between purchasing inventory and getting your due return. But the more generous you are with customer credit, the less your business profits.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 10, 2023

The 5 components of the supply chain planning process: Supply chain visibility Supply chain mapping Production optimisation Product pricing optimisation Implementation of supply chain planning software Combine these and you’ll get an optimised supply chain planning strategy that brings in extra revenue and helps you cut unnecessary business costs.

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Unleashed

JUNE 8, 2023

Behind every successful product business is a thoughtful procurement strategy designed to optimise the supplier management and purchasing process. This guide answers exactly what is procurement, how procurement works in a business , and which tools and strategies lead to supply chain success.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2013

You could answer them with a purchase order (P.O.) You write an RFQ, screen candidates, create a short list, select the provider, and negotiate service requirements and a cost structure. Diffuse resistance by inviting stakeholders from internal groups to become part of the solution as early as possible. Why is it late?

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

When we consider negotiations we often think about discrete issues that occur and need to be. Take for example an automotive supplier that has won a major business award with a customer on a. the business is awarded and the start of production, the supplier and customer will face a myriad of. resolved and put behind us.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Potential Factors in Declining Margins To get to the root of the problem, understanding the costs of production or purchasing will be a necessary starting point, but typically, more information will be needed. Some customers are very good at finding loopholes to reduce their purchasing costs.

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ShipBob

JANUARY 28, 2022

In this article, we break down what inventory KPIs entail, why they matter, and which metrics are most valuable for you to track. . Key performance indicators (KPIs) are the quantifiable metrics companies use to gauge their progress toward a specific goal. . Not sure what those metrics are? Inventory turnover rate.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Liquidity refers to the ease with which an asset or security can be converted into ready cash without affecting its current market price. When trying to improve liquidity in a business, you can use multiple metrics to calculate its current liquidity. In this guide on how to improve liquidity: What is liquidity?

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Unleashed

MAY 1, 2023

Meet the experts Nicki Hawkins – Cost Accountant & Head of Purchasing – Ribeye Boats , premium leisure boats in Dartmouth, Devon. Mark Houghton – CEO at Radical Cloud Solutions , our cloud solution specialist in Zimbabwe. Some categories are more price-elastic than others, so there’s less scope in terms of price.

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Unleashed

JUNE 15, 2023

The Cost of Goods Sold formula is: Opening Inventory + Purchases + Production Costs – Closing Inventory = Cost of Goods Sold Below, we explain what the cost of goods sold (COGS) is, why it’s important for product businesses, and how to calculate COGS using the cost of goods sold formula. What is cost of goods sold?

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

Category management is a procurement strategy that involves grouping similar products or services together into categories and managing them as a single unit. This approach can help organizations streamline their procurement processes, negotiate better deals with suppliers, and ultimately save money.

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Precoro

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Rémi Lelarge, the Head of Procurement and Logistics at Electra, shared their story of building a comprehensive procurement process with Precoro. The startup that immediately chose Precoro For the first few months after Electra was founded, like many startups, the team had a manual procurement process and used spreadsheets.

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Precoro

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

For some businesses – usually smaller or with a single-source purchasing flow – it may be sustainable to react to the immediate needs. However, growing organizations that face increasing complexity recognize the value of thoughtfully-planned and managed procurement. Office supplies would be an example of indirect procurement.

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Procurement Academy

MARCH 12, 2024

Today’s competitive business landscape demands cost optimization tools that significantly move the needle. This comprehensive program is designed to equip businesses with the right tools, techniques, and insights to unlock greater efficiency and competitiveness.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 19, 2022

Procurement is one core process area being focused to better manage today’s fluctuating change, with key performance metrics leading the way to assessing and managing procurement performance. The Basics of Procurement KPIs. Supplier KPIs. Every KPI needs a clearly defined goal.

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Unleashed

JANUARY 4, 2024

Where you buy your products from and how you find those suppliers largely determines your ceiling for success as an eCommerce merchant or retailer. This guide will explain how product sourcing works in modern business, best practices for finding suppliers, and list some of the most popular websites and tools for sourcing goods to sell.

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