ivalua

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Rapid Optimization of Contract Management, Supplier Management and Direct Materials Sourcing. This deployment is another significant step forward in the digital transformation of their overall supply chain processes, a journey that started last year with the successful rollout of Ivalua Sourcing solution for direct materials. .

Optimal Sourcing 130

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 25, 2018

“Now there are new technologies that enable us to collect data in real time from sources such as the Internet of Things and smart devices through B2B networks. The biggest stumbling block for supply chain visibility in the past was data quality. Cindi states that data quality requires data to be available, usable, timely, and accurate.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Now more than ever, organizations must prepare their supply chain for the present and the unknown challenges and opportunities in the future. Doing so helps organizations detect market shifts and makes supply chain decisions more forward-looking than an analysis of the past, present, and at best, a tactical view of the future.

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Logility

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Blockchain Allows Brand Owners and Retailers to Trace Source Materials Ahead of Pending U.S. In addition, we see broad applicability across many industries as consumers demand greater visibility and understanding of where products are sourced and manufactured.”. ATLANTA/MIAMI — December 3, 2020 — Logility, Inc.,

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Kinaxis

JANUARY 27, 2016

Chipotle has made its name as the fastest-growing restaurant chain in America, and as a pioneer in what’s come to be called the “fast casual” restaurant sector – chain restaurants that specialize in high-quality ingredients and offerings at a slightly higher price point than conventional Quick Service restaurant (fast food) chains.

Food 100

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Logility

MARCH 6, 2024

It looks at past and present data and organizes the information into clear patterns. Prescriptive analytics considers the present situation, meshing current data with simulation algorithms to answer, “What should we do?” It improves the quality of all types of analytics with faster, more accurate processes.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

These technologies help to increase efficiency and ensure that customer expectations of quality and service are met. Find an additional certification body (that does the investigating for you) for quality and sourcing that are connected with your supplier’s goods. This problem is especially acute in Southeast Asia.

Food 130

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It’s human nature to want to start a new year with new goals—the ever-present new year’s resolutions. Sourcing and procurement comes in close second at 88 percent, followed by innovation at 87 percent. If underlying data models, data governance, and data quality are not reliable, then decisions are questionable.

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Arena Solutions

MARCH 19, 2024

Parts and materials are sourced from a vast and highly interconnected global supply chain network. Any deficiencies in the supply chain could compromise the quality of the final product. Manufacturers must constantly refine their quality measures to navigate these complexities and reduce the risk of catastrophic failures.

Aerospace 92

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Arena Solutions

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Why a Product-centric Approach to Quality Matters. My name is Inga Hanson, I’m the Managing Editor of MedTech Intelligence and I will be your host for today’s webinar, Why a Product-centric Approach to Quality Matters. Catie has over 25 years of experience in quality and document control at various global medical device companies.

Quality 52

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

by Brett Marshall – Corporate Head of Quality at Zuellig Pharma. The war for talent, has long been fought in Asia, as the region continues to be a power source of global growth, and as a result demand for talent often outstrips supply. He is a strong advocate of change for the Quality landscape in Asia. in the Quality space.

Pharmaceutical 240

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Logility

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Causal f orecasting shines a light on , and isolates, actual demand signals from market “chatter,” thus improving forecast quality. You can be proactive and use c ausal f orecasting to leverage data you already own, model additional data sources that could help explain demand variability… or do nothing. . Featured Download.

Forecasting 246

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 26, 2022

Recently, I presented at the Informs Analytics Conference in Houston and challenged companies to “ think out of the box” and define outside-in processes in Supply Chain Planning. The processes of indirect procurement have little in common with direct material sourcing. Direct material purchasing starts with quality.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2021

Marisa Brown, Senior Principal Research Lead, Supply Chain Management at APQC (American Productivity & Quality Center) recently gave a presentation at ARC Advisory Group’s Supply Chain Forum. In her presentation, Ms. Brown’s presentation, working form home may be the new normal in supply chain. Background.

Risk Management 226

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The main take aways from the presentation earlier this year were the following: The auto industry has made supply chain risk management a priority since the Fukushima nuclear disaster in 2011. The company works hard to meet the demanding requirements for quality, innovation, and cost from their OEM customers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Automatic data diagnostics ensures the quality of the data it receives, fixes the inconsistencies where it can, and alerts the planners in case their attention is required. The result is an end-to-end planning process operating on the highest quality data possible.

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Arkieva

JANUARY 13, 2017

What are the key elements of a sourcing and procurement process plan? Strategic sourcing is a fact based and systematic approach that organizations use to optimize the management of their supply chain. Creating a sourcing and procurement plan. Three essential steps to creating a sourcing and procurement plan.

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KEPLER Consulting

OCTOBER 18, 2017

Over last decade, sourcing offices became a major piece within globalized footprint of western retailers. After a first era of development and opportunity catch up particularly positive and characterized by consistent purchasing gains , most of these Sourcing Offices are now searching for their second breath.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The translation of ripple effects of short supply, pricing, quality issues, and freight shifts affects how to source, make, and deliver processes should align. The discussions are full of vacuous presentations and over-hyped promises. Shortening the cycle for demand insights is a powerful use case.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 12, 2023

At the same time, freshwater resources per person have declined 20% in the past decades and water availability and quality are deteriorating fast due to decades of poor use and management, over extraction of groundwater, pollution and climate change. One source of water that coastal communities must consider is ocean water.

Food 130

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Understanding Lean and Six Sigma Lean and Six Sigma are two powerful methodologies aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency and quality. Enhanced Quality and Customer Satisfaction Lean Six Sigma methodologies prioritize quality improvement while ensuring that SMEs deliver products and services that meet or exceed customer expectations.

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Supply Chain Trend

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

One would expect a rigorous focus on high quality decision making in IBP. However, in my career as a consultant, supply chain manager or IBP manager, I have never encountered a formal executive decision approach to improve decision quality. Below figure shows the framework with six proposed elements of decision quality.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Near or re-shoring sourcing strategies will be evaluated to “shorten” supply chains and gain greater control of supply chain performance. It also presents an excellent opportunity for supply chain and logistics professionals to raise the visibility and value of supply chain strategies and operations.

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 31, 2023

One would expect a rigorous focus on high quality decision making in IBP. However, in my career as a consultant, supply chain manager or IBP manager, I have never encountered a formal executive decision approach to improve decision quality. Below figure shows the framework with six proposed elements of decision quality.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Your supplier may charge you an agreed-upon price, but if the service is unmarked or the merchandise is of poor quality, you won’t be able to meet your savings goals. Most companies rely on on-time delivery, price reduction, and quality service from suppliers to make more profit. How is it possible?

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Logility

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

We need systems to filter out the extraneous bits, and, just as importantly, we need systems to present the most relevant information in ways we can easily assimilate. Phone * Company * Job Title * Zip Code * Source Asset Source Download ID. It’s impossible to reach ROI without validating the gut feeling.

Supply Chain Design Software 139

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ToolsGroup

JUNE 29, 2020

That the quality (and quantity) of input data is correlated with the quality of results. No effort required to set up (careful data sourcing and data preparation is fundamental). An additional tool to help the planners to challenge business estimates coming from other departments. Overall reasonably accurate forecasts.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 27, 2021

While large national networks comprise a significant percentage of transportation service providers' shipping options, several challenges present if these are the only OTR freight transportation sources considered, including. The Challenges of Only Relying on National Networks. dedicated solutions?partner

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Logility

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Multivariate Demand Signal Management isolates actual demand signals from inconsistent market activity and improve forecast quality. You can be proactive and use MDSM to explore and analyze data you already own, model additional data sources that could help explain demand variability… or sit by and watch. Let’s start at the beginning.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2020

Buying supplies, equipment, low preference items and the latest innovations to support high-value care delivery is expensive and while it’s not an area where you want to skimp, there are certainly ways to reduce these expenses without impacting quality of care. For many it’s likely that the opportunity is much larger.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

According to my research, top-performing supply chains possess three very different qualities. In our monthly webinar last Wednesday, I presented these results. During the webinar, a respondent asked me to not present just the facts but to give advice. Recently, I was presenting to a supply chain team in Europe.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 16, 2023

These changes can significantly impact supply chains by affecting sourcing strategies, trade routes, and market access. Past, Present, and Future Examining the evolution of supply chain management provides valuable insights into the changing landscape of resilience and agility.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Benefits of embedded analytics As manufacturers continue to generate large volumes of data from the Internet of Things and other data sources, it only has value if it can be accessed and used within the applications where actions can be taken. EA enables users to identify and mitigate issues and spot opportunities.

Analytics Software 111

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QAD

MARCH 8, 2022

Fluctuations in consumer preferences, such as plant-based options, healthier foods and locally sourced products. Manufacturers need to mesh these two supply chains together to achieve their goals and face down the ever-present challenges. . Changes in dietary habits and growing allergen concerns. How Does an Adaptive ERP Help?

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 26, 2024

The now defunct Cognitive Computing Consortium once noted: “ The cognitive computing system offers a synthesis not just of information sources but of influences, contexts, and insights. To do this, systems often need to weigh conflicting evidence and suggest an answer that is ‘best’ rather than ‘right’.

Analytics Software 130

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 19, 2024

However, the industry is not immune to the risk of oversaturation, as highlighted by Marc J Metrick, CEO of Saks Fifth Avenue, who humorously noted that his Corporate communications team makes him mention AI in every investor presentation. Industry leaders such as Walmart’s U.S.

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Arena Solutions

MARCH 1, 2024

We’ve missed you all, but we’ve got a rock-solid lineup of presentations over the next 12 months. They’ve got a presentation here, Navigating Regulatory Compliance: A Deep Dive Into QMS Compliance for Medical Devices. We’ll have great presentations from a lot of the leading OEMs, and a lot of great partners, so please do check it out.

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