Proxima

JUNE 5, 2023

As the supply chain crisis ends, it’s time to pivot to cost. It was a frenetic period from March 2020 when the Covid-19 pandemic hit, followed by a series of events from the Suez Canal blockage to Russia’s war on Ukraine, that scrambled supply chains and ratcheted up costs. So why are prices are still going up?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 29, 2023

Matt is the VP of Strategic Partnerships with Greenscreens.ai , a technology that provides predictive pricing recommendations for maximum broker margins. About Matt Silver Matt Silver is the VP of Strategic Partnerships with Greenscreens.ai. Pricing that is more accurate and more likely to win profitable business.

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Supply Chain Opz

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

Do you need to improve negotiation skills but don't know how to start? In this article, we compare 2 books and tell you which one is the best negotiation book. Do You Need Negotiation Book? In our opinion, there are 2 major negotiation strategies, namely, the law school approach and the psychological school approach.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Nick is Co-founder of Sync Logistics Training is a joint venture between Metafora + Kinetic, a Learning Management Software that gives brokerages the power to transfer years of industry knowledge to new hire employees in an engaging and effective platform. Increase speed of knowledge transfer through engagement.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 22, 2021

Achieving that goal comes down to how effective one is with shipping contract negotiations. According to The Balance Small Business, several vital factors can directly impact shipping contract agreements and negotiations. The following essential tips can make shipping contract negotiations more accessible and more efficient.

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Intelligent Audit

APRIL 20, 2021

Optimizing transportation spend management , especially within parcel shipping, comes down to effective contract negotiations. As a result, proactive supply chain controls and savvy business owners should keep these added costs and the details of their carrier contracts top of mind. What are your top pick-up and delivery cities?

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 13, 2018

Companies across all industries are dealing with rising transportation costs and a key question many CEOs, CFOs, and supply chain executives are asking is, “What can we do to better manage and control our freight spend in today’s market?” The second question we get is what strategies can we implement to lower our transportation costs.

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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Cost savings for a competitive advantage. The bar has been set higher and the plant is falling short in achieving the financial goals set for its contribution margin and costs. End-to-end visibility of the supply chain gives them insights into the expected costs. However, as always, new challenges await.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

The trouble today is finding authentic pairs which also do not cost an arm and a leg. This resulted in meaningful cost savings for our last mile delivery program overall,” he added. Serota said that both sides are “spending a lot of time at the negotiating table, and I am optimistic we will hear good news soon”.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 3, 2017

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. Price is just one component of the decision-making process—not the only factor to consider.

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RFgen

MARCH 20, 2023

Sound purchasing management allows companies to buy goods in an efficient manner, limiting costs and increasing profits. A strategic approach to purchasing involves product research, supplier vetting, and monitoring of the product’s delivery, condition, and quantity. Successful negotiations begin with information.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

[Read More: Top 16 Procurement KPIs – The Ultimate Guide ] Key Takeaways The procurement department is critical to an organization, obtaining quality goods and services at competitive prices while ensuring the organization’s resources are needed to succeed.

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LSCMS

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Negotiate 2012. Overcoming complex negotiation situations by determining interest, processes and relationships that are likely to lead to a fruitful, sustainable agreement. JW Marriott Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. For further details and brochures, please contact: Ms. Jascinta Ling. Tel No: +603 2723 6676. Fax No: +603 2723 6699.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 19, 2018

The 2018-19 contract season for ocean shipping is here, and it’s time to think about the best way to approach negotiations. Of course, you want to control costs, consider options, and mitigate risks, but it will also be important to keep these five factors in mind as you talk to ocean service providers about the year ahead.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 20, 2023

Within this department, the procurement manager plays a key role in overseeing the entire process, from identifying the need for goods or services to negotiating contracts with suppliers. 1. Position Overview We are seeking a highly organized and skilled Procurement Manager to join our team.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

When preparing for a negotiation, it is common to identify the issues to be negotiated, decide on negotiating tactics to use on your supplier, think through what your supplier may say and practice saying the words you’ll use during the negotiation. Those are all necessary components of negotiation preparation.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 28, 2023

The company provides tenant representation and lease negotiation services specifically to those growth-minded 3PLs and helps them navigate the process of expanding in their existing market, managing a renewal, or expanding into a new market on the other side of the country.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

As a professional, securing your place in any supply chain organization entails developing the supply chain skills needed to ride this global wave into supply chain digital transformation. In organizations involved with supply chains, greater sustainability also means lowering the total cost of ownership (TOC). Soft Skills.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 24, 2022

Retailers also took steps to contain costs and preserve margins as they reoriented toward e-commerce like never before, including putting solutions in place to more effectively navigate carrier capacity caps and improve the visibility, accessibility, and mobility of inventory. More to give the organization.

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Resilinc

DECEMBER 13, 2021

In the competition to source critical minerals, there are few commodities as strategically important as cobalt. That was followed by a number of indicators that prices would go down due to the pandemic-induced destruction of demand for a vast range of products,” said Khan. And prices did indeed retreat.”.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 15, 2022

On the other hand, employers lament the fact that even highly-educated people seem to be lacking people skills (sometime referred to as soft skills). 1] They cite a Pew Research Center survey that tried to determine the importance of so-called “soft skills” for succeeding in life. The Importance of Soft Skills.

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DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Supply chain optimization is essential to achieve this and can help tire manufacturing companies deliver significant reductions in supply chain costs and improvements in service levels. Accomplish operational excellence and higher production quality while reducing costs, leveraging Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM).

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 12, 2022

But what does ERP cost for an SME? On average SMEs should expect the monthly, per-user cost of cloud-based ERP to be US$114. Keep reading to learn more about how the costs of ERP break down, what ERP could do for you, and whether there are more cost-effective alternatives. HR, including onboarding and payroll.

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ProcurePort

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

• Strategic procurement refers to a long-term plan to enhance the supply of specific goods and services essential to meeting an organization’s core objectives. Strategic procurement is a […]. The post Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain Management: What is it? appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.

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EC Sourcing Group

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Contract Compliance and Strategic Sourcing. Contract sourcing and strategic sourcing are two different strategies that ensure you are able to get the best deals from your suppliers while still adhering to company policy. What Is the Importance of Strategic Sourcing ? Negotiate deliverables. Develop conditions and terms.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Maximize Revenues and Efficiency with Automated Billing An automated billing solution benefits both customer and 3PL alike, in that it captures all billable activities performed by the 3PL, while accurately reporting charges at the rates and conditions associated with each customer’s specific negotiated contract.

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EC Sourcing Group

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Strategic Sourcing Solutions to Enhance Your Bottom Line. Strategic sourcing is vital to procurement and the supply chain overall, as it allows companies to gain the lowest cost of a good or service while minimizing supply chain risk. What Is Strategic Sourcing? Strategic Sourcing Solutions : Your Sourcing Tactics.

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Precoro

OCTOBER 6, 2022

With the global market expansion and deepening supply chain complexity, the roles of procurement leaders have evolved from tactical to strategic. While strategizing , keeping feet on the ground is important, and that's when data comes in especially handy. What are the average market prices , and what are we paying? By how much?

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

So what does “good” strategic sourcing look like? The primary difference between Strategic Sourcing and “good” Strategic Sourcing is contextualized flexibility. Procurement must be able to apply the general principals of Strategic Sourcing in a way specific enough to maximize the value of each spend category.

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

But they ran into a pricing challenge; consumers hate price changes (at least, price increases) and like most commodities, the cost of chicken changes. They drew a blank when looking for a chicken farmer that would commit to a fixed price. And throughout it all, retailers and consumers paid the price.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 5, 2023

Brad is a Principal at Third Axiom Solutions , a quick and cost-effective solution for delivering AI-based transportation analytics to your company and customers. Tusk’s technology connects your parcel operation to a national network of vetted regional carriers, all with pre-negotiated rates and reliable, predictable service.

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LevaData

MARCH 16, 2023

According to a recent news report for DigiTimes , Intel will cut prices of its CPUs by 20%, not long after deciding to raise those prices in Q4 2022. This is an eye-opening example of volatility and how market pricing keeps shifting in these uncertain times. Now more than ever, companies need a real-time pricing platform.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 10, 2023

Our philosophy is to invest in companies where our operating expertise and in-depth supply chain knowledge can help our portfolio companies achieve outstanding value. Greenscreens.ai’s dynamic pricing infrastructure built to grow and protect margins. The Greenscreens.ai Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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Freight Plus

JANUARY 24, 2020

There are a ton of rich insights you as a shipper can gain by looking into your data and to help explain what you could be doing, I’ve asked our negotiation expert, Chris Peckham, to join the show. Audio only version. Chris can be reach on.

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Freight Plus

JANUARY 24, 2020

There are a ton of rich insights you as a shipper can gain by looking into your data and to help explain what you could be doing, I’ve asked our negotiation expert, Chris Peckham, to join the show. Audio only version. Chris can be reach on.

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Precoro

JULY 8, 2022

One should keep in mind that every transaction has an additional hidden cost in labor and overheads, such as the time spent sourcing products, tracking deliveries, matching invoices, and overseeing suppliers. It’s a senior role that implies strong knowledge of finances, business administration and law, and industry trends.

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Taulia

MARCH 2, 2023

Monetary inflation, rising commodity prices, economic turmoil, and fluctuations in demand all have the potential to put a strain on global supply chains. The first step in this optimization is acknowledging the importance of a more strategic approach to supply chain planning and management. What is supply chain strategy?

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