ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

The Retail Trends Shaping How We Shop in 2022. Love it or hate it, daily necessities need to be purchased. Whichever reasons fuel the motivations of your target market, here are the top trends shaping how they’ll buy – and how you can stay front of mind and ahead of the competition. Digital Commerce Matters More Than Ever.

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Precoro

DECEMBER 11, 2023

As part of the larger procurement process, sourcing involves finding and evaluating suppliers for goods or services that need to be purchased. Goals beyond the best purchasing price fall into strategic sourcing. Simple sourcing takes less time to execute and requires fewer resources to plan, but can cost more down the road.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Even before the coronavirus pandemic closed physical stores and forced consumers online, they were journeying on the digital path to purchase in increasing numbers. The pandemic only accelerated that trend. ”[1] As a result of increased digital-path-to-purchase activity, online marketplaces have flourished. . ”[2].

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 1, 2022

”[3] Below are some of the trends affecting the food and beverage landscape. Food and Beverage Trends. The IFIC staff predicts, “Unsurprisingly, the pandemic lockdowns for many Americans marked a period of food indulgence and dietary backsliding. In 2020, 57% of American households purchased plant-based foods.”

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The procurement department is an integral part of any organization, playing a crucial role in the purchasing process. To get the most out of any procurement team, all the associated key roles need to be filled with qualified individuals that understand both technology and the principles of supply chain management.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2023

Supply chain optimization can achieve this with the help of data analytics. Data analytics helps businesses make data-driven decisions and initiatives. How does data analytics help supply chain optimization? Let’s explore the roles which data analytics play in this process. Why is it crucial? Download from the below link.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JULY 25, 2021

Reversing The Trend. How do we reverse the trend? Here I share my observations: A Focus on Cost Versus Margin. Over the decade, based on the research, the gap between operations and commercial teams grew. While the input from sales on market trends is invaluable, sales should never be asked to forecast. The reason?

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Precoro

JULY 8, 2022

The question arises: when to separate purchasing management tasks into an autonomous operational role and hire a designated professional? There is no universal answer to this question, as purchasing process, procurement policies, goals, and volumes differ not only in the industries but even from company to company.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 15, 2022

There is so much data, and to make use of it, we need to use data mining and analytics to drive meaningful insights that can be put to some good use. ABC analysis creates product segments by grouping products with similar sales volume or purchase frequency to enable category managers to focus on what matters most.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 30, 2022

According to the staff at Scorpion Planogram, at the height of the pandemic, “Many [consumers went] to brick-and-mortar stores with specific purchases in mind, whether that meant a large, well-planned grocery trip or an expedition to find a good reusable mask.”[2] What are they buying online for curbside pickup or delivery?

Trends 130

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

Understanding how different factors affect the supply chain remains a top priority for research firms around the globe. From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends.

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crisp

APRIL 25, 2024

General Mills reported that ongoing value-seeking behaviors from consumers is influencing both the channels they shop and basket sizes, creating headwinds to the company’s margins. What are CPG executives reporting on the sustainability front? Jeff Harmening, CEO General Mills Where does sustainability fit in?

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

As Allyson presented her story of working for multiple consumer products companies, with very advanced technologies (demand sensing, advanced automation of forecasting, data lakes and descriptive analytics), she spoke of why at the end of the day, the most important technology that she uses is Excel. Using Analytics In the World of Gray.

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ivalua

MAY 11, 2021

Risk management, cost reduction and digital transformation — these are the three top priorities for procurement organisations in the Middle East today, according to a global survey conducted by Ivalua’s global partner PwC. million over the next two years to digitize more of the procurement function.”. El-Jawahari said. .

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 13, 2017

To gain a competitive advantage in last mile logistics, shippers need to understand the top seven trends in last mile logistics. Unfortunately, the tech landscape is riddled with cases of supply chain disruptors failing, but the trend is clear and shows little indication of regression. trillion by 2018 as well.

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Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides a further global supply chain assessment in the highlighting and added insights on reported October 2023 global and regional production and supply chain PMI indices. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. value reported for September.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides a further global supply chain assessment in the highlights and added insights on reported November 2023 global and regional production and supply chain PMI indices. Global Wide Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. reported in October. in November.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 4, 2023

We are very excited to announce that Blue Yonder has been recognized as a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave : Order Management Systems, Q2 2023 Report. As stated in the report, customers today demand real-time availability and delivery information — and earlier in the shopping process than ever before.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, organizations across industries are realizing the immense value of effective procurement practices. Procurement professionals play a vital role in driving operational efficiency, cost savings, and strategic decision-making. But how do you get started? Do not worry!

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Aside from the new administration, Amazon’s supply chain continued push deeper into new and existing markets will define additional trends in the supply chain throughout the coming year. Fortunately, these five trends may alleviate some of the strains of competition by giving supply chain partners an advantage in the global market.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 8, 2022

This index complies 27 different variables to include transportation movement and costs, global PMI sub-indexes reflecting delivery times and order backlog. This index was reported as 1.84 reported for June, and 2.59 reported for May. percentage points from the reported reading of 65 in June. PMI reports for July.

Procurement Analytics 52

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Precoro

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

This month, we continue our Procurement Basics series and would like to introduce our readers to yet another set of often misused business terminology. As both sourcing and procurement are related to obtaining supplies for the organization, confusing these two terms is easy. Procurement. What Is Procurement Process?

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

1] They add, “We know from extensive research that decisions matter — a lot. Not surprisingly, companies that employ advanced analytics to improve decision making and execution have the results to show for it.”. One of the new tools available to decision makers is predictive analytics. ”[4].

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ModusLink Corporation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

However, the instability around the risk of recession remains, and knowing the top supply chain trends to watch in 2023 will help your organization prioritize operations and succeed. US-based consumers evaluate pricing on every purchase, including considering the shipping costs associated with e-commerce. Check Point Research.

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SCM Research

MAY 15, 2017

Today’s guest post comes from Lydia Bals, who presents project PERFECT’s recent insights on competences in purchasing & supply management. In total, 46 interviews were conducted with representatives from 16 companies, standing for various industries in the European Union, and differing in their sizes and business models.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Or have these concerns been replaced with cost-price inflation and compressed profit margins? These are questions ARC Advisory Group will seek to answer in our online survey research of supply chain executives over the next few months. The third trend is that global trade growth appears to be gradually slowing.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 14, 2019

Retail trends. Brian Kilcourse, managing partner at Retail Systems Research (RSR), asserts this new retail modus operandi places greater emphasis on supply chain operations. Omnichannel may not be one of the sexiest digital transformation trends in retail — but it is definitely the most necessary.”[3]. ”[3].

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Check out What is Virtual Procurement and Why Should You Care? Where is procurement, outsourcing, sourcing, supply chain, and purchasing going? Secondarily, we will include information from other procurement professionals and procurement firms about their experiences, what they forecast, and what they are seeing.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 29, 2021

”[1] CPG reporter Paul Hiebert ( @hiebertpaul ) believes the CPG sector’s strong performance will continue in 2021. ”[2] Below are some of the other trends experts suggest are impacting the CPG sector. .”[2] ”[2] Below are some of the other trends experts suggest are impacting the CPG sector.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2022

Retail returns occur when a customer returns the purchased items to a seller in exchange for a refund, store credit, or a similar product. Returns come with plenty of challenges around logistics, inventory, and predicting volatile sales trends. 84% of buyers read the return policy before making an online purchase.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

” Below are some of the retail trends identified by the National Retail Federation and other subject matter experts that could impact the sector this coming year. Retail trends in 2021. The rise in e-commerce during the pandemic has been widely reported. ” She also predicts touch-free technologies will go mainstream.

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EC Sourcing Group

JUNE 8, 2021

Where to Start if You’re New to Procurement Sourcing Solutions. There are many people who are not new to procurement and sourcing and its role in the supply chain but may be new to sourcing solutions and software. Read on to learn how to get started with procurement sourcing solutions and what to look for in software.

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ivalua

AUGUST 28, 2019

National survey of state procurement officials finds states are moving toward a more modern approach to buying. 27, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — States are becoming more data-driven and value-focused in their purchasing. Procurement offices are forging closer relationships with vendors. WASHINGTON, Aug.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

Here I share insights on the work we are doing on the Network of Networks, and Five Trends that Excite Me. At the session, together through education, sharing case studies, and reviewing research, we will explore the opportunities to build a Network of Networks to improve B2B supply chain connectivity. Building the Network of Networks.

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Proxima

JANUARY 19, 2023

What we found The survey found that almost half of the Brits surveyed (49%) experienced a delay of 5 or more days receiving items they bought online during the 2022 festive period, with just over a quarter (26%) experiencing this over multiple items and nearly half (46%) finding items they wanted to purchase unavailable.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Here we give you our top 10 wholesale distribution trends for 2022 and beyond. Industry economic trends and an outlook for the future The global wholesale industry took a downturn in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related trade and personnel restrictions – but it’s expected to grow from now to 2025.

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Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2021

Wearable healthcare works by collecting a user’s wellbeing and fitness data, and creating a personalised database of the user’s health metrics. They work by collecting a user’s wellbeing and fitness data, and creating a personalised database of the user’s health metrics. Consumer trends in wearable health tech.

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