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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ivalua

AUGUST 1, 2022

The Future of Supplier Management is Here, and it’s Holistic. Leading, high-performing procurement organizations share one common trait–they consistently prioritize a holistic and integrated approach to Supplier Management. In fact, they go beyond simply supplier management, what they do is Supplier Engagement.

Supplier Management 130

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

3 Key Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance Beyond Cost Reduction. If cost reduction is not the only thing to measuring supply chain performance, that begs the questions: "Maybe we should be measuring other Supply Chain Management activities and what would they be?". A pull system is better than a push system. Read more. .

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Procurement Academy

OCTOBER 19, 2023

A crucial part of successful procurement strategies is the art and science of negotiation. Procurement negotiation refers to a buyer (usually from a company) and a seller (usually from a supplier) working together and discussing the likes of pricing, terms, conditions, and other aspects of a procurement contract.

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Exiger Perspectives

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

A critical part of any supply chain is an effective and efficient supply chain risk management (SCRM) program. Without executive support, the SCRM program is likely to be under-resourced in terms of the appropriate skilled SCRM personnel and the appropriate SCRM technology and data to drive a holistic solution.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

Traditional risk management policy assumes a contraction in growth: the conventional focus is the shutdown and reallocation of supply. Companies that viewed the pandemic as another risk management event will struggle the most with Q1 and Q2 earnings reports. Source E2open Shipping Index). Focus on Cost.

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Silvon Software

APRIL 18, 2024

This underscores the need for a unified approach to data management that transcends traditional departmental barriers, incorporating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics. Predictive models can help anticipate such risks before they manifest into larger problems.

Manufacturing Procurement 58

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 9, 2019

Procurement, or Purchasing, is an area of Supply Chain that involves and requires very specific skills and expertise. Regardless of your position or situation it is highly valuable to understand the type of interview questions, and answers, appropriate for Procurement and Purchasing professionals.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Traditional risk management policy assumes a contraction in growth: the conventional focus is the shutdown and reallocation of supply. Companies that viewed the pandemic as another risk management event will struggle the most with Q1 and Q2 earnings reports. Source E2open Shipping Index). Focus on Cost.

Procurement Analytics 195

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Elementum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Gone are the days of tedious, manual processes; today, AI-powered solutions are streamlining operations, enabling businesses to focus their human resources on strategic initiatives rather than routine tasks. These tasks range from simple data entry activities to more intricate operations like managing the supply chain.

Sourcing Strategies 78

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Precoro

MARCH 30, 2022

Strategic Procurement Helps a Business Unleash its Potential. As The Hackett Group discovered, approaching procurement strategically with specific business goals in mind helps achieve a significantly higher ROI. Operational efficiency and cost reduction are among the top procurement priorities for CPOs, according to Deloitte.

Vendor Strategies 52

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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.

Purchasing Skills 59

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Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

With the digitization of the source-to-pay process being a key initiative for many chief procurement officers, to the inherent automation which promises to accelerate innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI), digitization is growing. However, it is fundamental to empowering procurement success in the modern age.

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Precoro

MARCH 31, 2023

March 21 was the second annual iteration of World Sustainable Procurement Day , an online event organized by the Sustainable Procurement Pledge team, SPP Chapters, SPP Champions, and partners to raise awareness about the importance of ethical procurement and to share the best sustainability practices with organizations worldwide.

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Precoro

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

According to the 2022 Deloitte Global Treasury Survey , CFOs consider improving liquidity risk management to be a top priority for their treasury departments. But why is liquidity management so important? The importance of liquidity management Liquidity management plays a significant role in various processes.

Optimal Sourcing 102

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QAD

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Supplier relationship management falls under the larger supply chain management function your business requires to operate. Not to be confused with supplier risk management, supplier relationship management refers more to effectively managing supplier relationships to achieve better business outcomes.

Price Reduction 98

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Historically, most supply chain investments were for engines–bright guys built fabulous optimization code and plonked the software onto a relational database. There is no true end-to-end solution that enables bi-directional orchestration across deliver, make, and source processes. Let me explain. Labor Shortages.

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RFgen

JANUARY 18, 2024

TL;DR: This article provides a comprehensive guide on migrating to a cloud-based ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) solution. The article also outlines the roles and responsibilities during the migration process, factors to consider when choosing the right ERP solution , and the critical steps involved in the migration process.

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Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 31, 2016

The procurement Summit 2016. Building on the huge success of eWorld Procurement & Supply – which has been running bi-annually in London since 2001 – the new Procurement Summit will bring together 150 purchasing and finance professionals from across the commercial, public and third sectors. Procurement Automation.

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EcoVadis

MARCH 31, 2017

Many organizations are losing millions, and in some Global 3000 cases, billions of dollars a year due to ineffective supply chain risk management and monitoring. Many procurement teams are finding holistic approach can provide huge advantages. What is the Depth of Supplier Coverage?

Procurement Solutions 56

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HICX Solutions

AUGUST 31, 2023

Information is centralized Information is centralized Increased productivity & accuracy Assists compliance Improved auditability Enhanced supplier risk management Vendor information governance What are the Key Pillars of Supplier Information Management? What is Supplier Information Management?

Optimal Sourcing 52

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. A Possible Stimulus on the Horizon May Increase the Challenge of Procurement Through Peak Season. A stimulus on the horizon further increases the risks of a higher trend in consumer purchasing. transportation metrics ?that are liable?network

Prescriptive Analytics Software 308

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HICX Solutions

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Therefore, awareness of changes in global regulatory legislation and a focus on sustainable procurement have never been so important for organizations of all sizes. This is not only in terms of their ethos and values but also in providing them with the best possible customer experience when purchasing from an organization.

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Exiger Perspectives

MARCH 30, 2023

Issues with Many SCRM Programs Supply chain management and supply chain risk management (SCRM) have become a greater priority for businesses and government organizations in the last five years, according to Gartner. This framework further simplifies the SCRM process and recognizes the complexity of effective risk management.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

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Precoro

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

After all, a clear picture of the company's procurement process is necessary to develop a sustainable future strategy and to avoid pitfalls that hold your business back. Spend analysis involves spend visibility , spending review , and procurement process improvement. The answer is simple: spend analysis.

Analysis 52

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ThroughPut

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Leveraging AI for demand forecasting means: You can analyze any amount of historical data and current trends from external sources to predict future demands more accurately. You can reduce risks of lost opportunities or sales resulting from inventory shortages and low stock levels. The solution? All of this at the best price.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

82% of people have concerns that the supply chain will ruin life plans, such as birthdays, vacations, holidays, and the purchasing of necessary items. 28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). Source: Consultancy.UK. Image source: Fortune.

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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

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. But what do materials managers do, and why are they important?

Material Savings 98

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Arena Solutions

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Quality management systems (QMS) ensure that quality procedures, regulations, and compliance standards are followed and are effective. A QMS typically aligns with your product lifecycle management (PLM) solution and your product innovation goals. If you have a QMS solution in place, you have an advantage.

Quality 89

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

According to a July 2014 supply chain research study from Accenture focused on Big Data and supply chain risk management, most organizations have high hopes for using big data analytics in their supply chain but many have had challenges in deploying it. This is where the platform approach to supply chain management comes into play.

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Unleashed

MARCH 28, 2021

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? Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) is a management concept frequently used by procurement and supply chain professionals.

Negotiate Pricing 111

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HICX Solutions

JANUARY 27, 2023

Supplier Lifecycle Management comprises the two fundamental processes of Supplier Relationship Management and Supplier Information Management , which are significant contributors to ensuring that it is driving the organization’s success. What is Supplier Lifecycle Management software?

Vendor Strategies 52

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Resilinc’s Rick Freeman weighs in on the future opportunities for high-tech and semiconductor companies Despite the stabilization of the high-tech and semiconductor supply chain, the industry still faces pressure due to ongoing import/export restrictions and changing regulations governing semiconductor production and sourcing.

Supply Chain Strategy 58

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 2, 2020

As an experienced business professional, he has served in diverse roles ranging from Marketing and Strategy, to Procurement and Supply Chain. Several articles and reference books have highlighted Joe’s procurement transformation accomplishments at Lucent Technologies, Juniper Networks, and in the area of Supply Chain Risk Management.

Sourcing Strategies 61

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QAD

AUGUST 3, 2022

If you’re new in your journey toward understanding what an ERP solution could offer your business, learn more about common ERP functionality and features you can expect below. It’s critical to consider upfront what benefits of an ERP solution you’re after to achieve optimal return on investment. What is ERP?

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 16, 2014

I have learned that supply chain systems are more complex than I originally thought, and that the relationships between supply chain metrics are nonlinear. I sometimes wonder if I should create a new class of technologies for the network design tools because they have changed so much.) I believe that it matters.

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