ivalua

MAY 30, 2025

AI is reshaping the way organizations source, manage suppliers, and drive value today. As supply chains become more interconnected and risks more dynamic, traditional procurement tools fall short. AI agents offer a smarter, faster way to manage sourcing, risk, and spend across the entire procurement lifecycle.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Negotiating Skills 130

ivalua

MAY 30, 2025

AI is reshaping the way organizations source, manage suppliers, and drive value today. As supply chains become more interconnected and risks more dynamic, traditional procurement tools fall short. AI agents offer a smarter, faster way to manage sourcing, risk, and spend across the entire procurement lifecycle.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Negotiating Skills 130

RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

We’ll examine the key components of efficient supply chains, explore essential performance metrics, and uncover the fundamental drivers that influence efficiency. Partner Ecosystem Management: No supply chain exists in isolation. By monitoring these metrics, companies can often identify opportunities for cost reduction.

Sourcing Strategies 96

Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction Waste Reduction Expense Reduction 96

RFgen

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

It’s the key to transforming your supply chain from a source of frustration into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine. Implementing Data Analytics for Supply Chain Success Data analytics transforms supply chains with precise insights and real-time monitoring by bringing together multiple data sources. The result?

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Modeling Inventory Reduction 98

ivalua

MAY 10, 2025

This guide breaks down the key procurement technologies in use today and the trends reshaping the future, such as AI-driven sourcing, predictive risk management, and deeper integration across the supply chain. What Is Procurement Technology?

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Analytics Software 130

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?". Read more. . Read More. . Read More. .

Procurement Analytics 120

Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Performance Metrics Supply Chain Software 120

Kinaxis

AUGUST 29, 2014

Supply Chain Insights recently published a Metrics That Matter report covering both the Semiconductor and Hard Disk Drive (HDD) industries. Semiconductor is poised to consolidate, which will have huge impact on the metrics. by CJ Wehlage. Success, provided they monitor the 7 “elephants” in the room. Global pressure.

Metrics 175

Metrics Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement Thailand 175

Enterra Insights

JULY 11, 2024

Supply chain risk managers have a dilemma. Journalist Thor Benson reports that tuning out bad news might be good for their mental health; however, risk managers know tuning out bad news wouldn’t be good for business. Missed opportunities are another equal source of extraordinary risk.

Supply Chain Risk Management 130

Supply Chain Risk Management Risk Management Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling 130

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Strategic Sourcing Simplified: Best Practices for Maximizing Value Strategic sourcing goes beyond cost savings its about making informed decisions that drive long-term value. Now well dive into best practices in these critical areas to ensure a more effective and resilient sourcing strategy.

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Negotiating Skills Optimal Sourcing Price Reduction 52

Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 5, 2013

Recognition of constraints and the management of floating bottlenecks. Management and planning of the entire network against a value network strategy. Integration of corporate social responsibility metrics in planning. Comprehensive view of source, make and deliver. Focus is on make, source and deliver together.

Supply Chain Planning Software 255

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply and Demand Supply Chain Design Software 255

Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

Of the professionals surveyed, 59% saw the gap between procurement/sourcing and supply chain to be a major disconnect, and the most pressing pain point. Both procurement solutions from ERP companies like Oracle or Infor – or business spend management solutions – can help companies enforce these sourcing supplier decisions.

Supply Chain Network Software 309

Supply Chain Network Software Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing 309

SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Procurement professionals can contribute significantly to the S&OP process by providing valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, identifying potential risks, and optimizing sourcing strategies. Discuss bottlenecks in the supply of raw materials or alternate sources to procure balance and level production plans.

S&OP 97

S&OP Optimal Sourcing Supply and Demand Material Savings 97

Unleashed

MARCH 9, 2021

In simple terms business procurement is the process of locating and acquiring goods and services from external sources for the business to use. Procurement activities include planning, sourcing, and negotiation, along with risk management, legal and value analysis. What is procurement? Undamaged shipment rate.

Procurement Analytics 104

Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Material Savings 104

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Supply Chain Risk Management is a Cirque Du Soleil Calibre Act! In fact, 89% of businesses encountered a supplier risk event in the last five years. But not all companies are prepared for this level of risk and complexity. That’s where supply chain risk management software comes in. Subscribe Here!

Supply Chain Planning Software 98

Supply Chain Planning Software Risk Management Supply Chain Software Predictive Analytics Software 98

ivalua

MAY 21, 2025

Key Takeaways Legacy procurement processes limit scale, speed, and visibility, making it harder to manage risk, compliance, and costs. Digital procurement streamlines workflows and unifies data, enabling faster sourcing, better collaboration, and improved accuracy.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Analytics Software 130

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. These tools allow us to look at sell, source, make, and deliver together. I would infuse it into S&OP, risk management, and supplier development.

Supply Chain Design Software 319

Supply Chain Design Software Network Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 319

Supply Chain Opz

JULY 7, 2013

Do you feel supply chain risk management is too complicated to implement? There are so many sophisticated methods to analyze supply chain risks. However, the logic Cisco uses to manage the disruption is very robust and details are summarized into the infographic below, Note: metrics data is for illustrative purpose.

Supply Chain Disruption 170

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 10, 2015

Over the past two years, I’ve written extensively about the growing importance of supply chain risk management and supply chain mapping. See for example: Rethinking Supply Chain Risk Management. Doing Nothing on Supply Chain Risk Management. Many Companies Falling Short on Supply Chain Risk Management.

Supply Chain Risk Management 100

Supply Chain Risk Management Risk Management Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 100

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Supply chain data can be challenging to manage due to its unstructured or semi-structured nature and the need to integrate new data sources. To ensure successful integration, they should create a plan with timelines, resources, and evaluation metrics (refer Figure 2).

Optimal Sourcing 244

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Modeling 244

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

The focus of planning is volume not value, and leaders struggle to change and embrace bi-directional orchestration to capture the price/volume trade-offs between source, make, deliver and plan. The looming retirement of the EDI baby boomers is a major risk to the supply chain.) Build Strong Supply Chain Sourcing Development Practices.

Supply Chain Design Software 355

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Supply and Demand 355

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Most supply chain leaders cannot get their groove on because they generalize–the use of the same metric targets and tactics for the supply chain without paying attention to the flows. In Figure 1, I share data from the risk management study of 2015. The Role of Demand Variability in Risk Mitigation from the 2015 Study.

Optimal Sourcing 300

Optimal Sourcing Modeling Forecasting Supply and Demand 300

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Our preliminary findings suggest that supply chain resilience has been increasing in importance over time, but still remains secondary to the end goal embedded in the perfect order metric – the right product, to the right place, at the right time. However, I am surprised at the degree that localized sourcing is being considered.

Supply Chain Planning 289

Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Optimization Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain 289

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 18, 2018

Financial reengineering focuses on the optimization of short-term results that are usually based on a functional analysis of source, make, or deliver. Few consultants understand the interrelationships between source, make and deliver. Snow fell last night as I worked on my last Supply Chain Metrics That Matter report.

Optimal Sourcing 191

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Optimization 191

My Office Apps

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Managing Multiple Locations Many businesses deal with vendors that have multiple locations. Whether you’re sourcing from different warehouses or shipping to various branches, VRM tools help track and manage vendors across multiple locations.

Vendor Strategies 98

Vendor Strategies Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Optimization Software 98

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2023

Procurement and Supply Chain Management are essential functions that can help companies navigate these challenges, but they are often siloed and operate in separate departments. Their metrics are often misaligned as well – supply chain focuses on service and procurement focuses on the cost of acquiring materials and services.

Optimal Sourcing 246

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Material Savings 246

Kinaxis

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Reason #5 Not having a supply chain risk management process. Reason #6 Not effectively managing inventory. Reason #9 Relentless pursuit of one supply chain metric at the expense of other metrics. One very good source of supply chain training is APICs (American Production and Inventory Control Society).

Supply Chain Planning Software 240

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Price Mitigation Strategies Training 240

Precoro

DECEMBER 11, 2023

To enhance their competitive edge, companies across industries are adopting a key tactic: strategic sourcing. Strategic sourcing is a holistic approach to supply chain management that includes tactics for optimizing the total cost of ownership, improving supplier relationships, and ensuring long-term value creation.

Negotiating Skills 105

Negotiating Skills Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies 105

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Keelvar Keelvar specializes in autonomous procurement and supplier negotiations, making sourcing more efficient and cost-effective. Helps businesses drive cost savings and mitigate procurement risks. Analyzes IoT sensor data, weather forecasts, and vehicle performance metrics. Automates bidding processes and cost optimization.

Optimal Sourcing 72

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Sourcing Strategies 72

Arena Solutions

JUNE 3, 2025

Amid todays unpredictable environment, supply chain risk management has taken center stage for most product companies striving to maintain resilience and efficiency. Geopolitical tensions, tariffs, inflation, and labor shortages have heightened risk exposure, significantly impacting business performance.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing 52

Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Balancing supply and demand by orchestrating the flow of materials and information is a key requirement for managing operational risks. Metrics such as lead-times, forecast accuracy, inventory levels, and service are used to measure operational risks. This is where AI can make all the difference.

Supply Chain Design Software 293

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Design Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 293

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Cybersecurity Threats: Data breaches affecting procurement contracts and vendor management. Increased costs due to emergency sourcing. This is why having a strong procurement strategy is criticalit ensures business continuity, cost control, and risk mitigation in times of uncertainty. Loss of revenue due to stock shortages.

Optimal Sourcing 59

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Disruption Vendor Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies 59

Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 19, 2024

ESG reports can help investors make informed business decisions by identifying companies with less financial risk and avoiding those that may be impacted by stricter ESG metrics. This suggests a narrative shift is needed, framing ESG not as a financial burden but as an untapped source of value creation and market differentiation.

Supply Chain Strategy 293

Supply Chain Strategy Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain 293

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 4, 2022

They source from approximately 15,000 suppliers with a sourcing spend of over €7 billion. But even multi-sourcing is not enough. They built them between 2012 and 2014, and then enhanced them when better supply chain risk management solutions became available. Their revenues exceed €25 billion.

Supply Chain Transformation 261

Supply Chain Transformation Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Scenario Planning 261

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 4, 2018

For the past five years, the team at Supply Chain Insights identified Supply Chains to Admire Award Winners by analyzing performance by peer group on the key metrics of growth, operating margin, inventory turns and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC). The company also taught them to understand the basics of negotiation and risk management.

Supply Chain Software 34

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Manufacturing Procurement 34

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 23, 2020

Risk assessment will be focused agenda in Board Room : Risk assessment would be a primary agenda in most bord rooms where high-level guidance would be provided on expected outcomes. Case Study Risk management: The All England Club. Identify sourcing plant/s which can back-up each other in times of disruptions.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 258

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 258

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Many-to-many can also refer to many participants in a network accessing many, many sources of event data critical to supply chain operations through a public cloud network. But, if a company wants to work with a new supplier, and that supplier is in the network, metrics on that carrier also exist.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 293

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Network Software 293

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.

Big Data 250

Big Data Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Visibility Optimal Sourcing 250