NC State SCRC

AUGUST 18, 2022

Artificial intelligence is growing rapidly across many organizational applications, and nowhere is this impact greater than in procurement. AI applications will become increasingly important especially in buyer-seller transaction systems, to enable improved efficiency of transaction flows.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 22, 2020

José Carande, Managing Director, Accenture Strategy, explained some of the difficulties and challenges faced by banks and financial services companies at a JAGGAER webinar on October 8, 2020. You can view a full recording of the webinar here. Youness Taghrichte, Head of Procurement, Attjariwafa Bank.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

From artificial intelligence to refocusing on procurement, the state of supply chain continued to explode throughout 2016, and you need to understand why. A 2016 Accenture survey, reports RF Gen , explained how more companies are taking advantage of AI benefits through linked supply chains. The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 17, 2017

So, let’s take a look at how our predictions for the first four manufacturing technology trends (Predictive analytics, 3D Printing, and VR) to watch for in 2016 stacked up. Predictive Analytics Became Commonplace to Manufacturing. Clearly, the IoT has caught on much faster than experts could have hypothesized.

Manufacturing Procurement 120

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SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. . On the YESS Cotton Sourcing Risk Assessment. Key Takeaways.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2020

With rising costs and declining margins, health systems must become more efficient and productive. Now, of course the systems of healthcare differ but overall the level and growth is certainly a concern. Quite often there can be a general lack of spend and vendor management and strategic sourcing activities.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Amazon’s purchase of Kiva Robots changed the landscape of robotics in the supply chain. Technology Will Reshape Procurement Practices. Better procurement practices translate into better overall sales, but the role of procurement in driving sales’ statistics will change throughout 2017. Robotics Will Grow More Versatile.

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SupplyShift

APRIL 27, 2021

On April 21st, our webinar on forced labor in cotton supply chains brought together leaders from Responsible Sourcing Network and Fashion for Good to explore how industry-wide tools and supply chain engagement can help identify and mitigate risks of forced labor. These are the textile and spinning mills.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

294 manufacturing facilities produced more than 90 million metric tons of food and beverage in 2021. The company is using Blue Yonder for transportation management, Coupa’s Supply Chain Guru for network design, and FourKites ( see the webinar ) for transportation visibility in certain regions or departments to help with this.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 14, 2018

Within IT organizations, there are many zealots of existing systems. I am speaking to companies that are being held hostage to SAP HANA upgrades with 70% cost overruns and 60% time schedule expansion. It requires the oversight of a non-linear, and often very unpredictable, system. Let’s take a closer look at sourcing.

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HICX Solutions

AUGUST 11, 2021

SXM Webinar Series with Art of Procurement. In the first of a three-part Art of Procurement Live Webinar Series ‘Putting the Supplier Experience at the Forefront of Strategic Procurement’ in partnership with HICX, we focus on how to make the business case for Supplier Experience Management (SXM). .

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Supply Chain Trend

JUNE 29, 2023

It requires planning highly integrated with other business functions, a transformation of analytics , and a business partner culture, which combined lead to the requirement for modern FP&A skills in the workforce. Both planning functions use additional Business Intelligence (BI) systems to provide insights and perform tasks.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 21, 2013

We finished our report on the maturation of hospital supply chains , and I have put the finishing touches on the Healthcare Supply Chain Index for this Thursday’s webinar. We have used Lean process systems and swim-laned ourselves to death. The focus has been on sourcing and managed costs.

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Unleashed

MAY 15, 2023

That’s where a quality CRM system comes in. From targeted email campaigns to inventory management integrations, we’ll outline how you can develop strong B2B CRM strategies to improve business performance and achieve predictable growth. Looking for a complete CRM + inventory management solution?

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 17, 2013

Source Merriam-Webster Dictionary. User satisfaction with planning systems is low. The market shift is towards analytics, but this new market is confusing. If asked, I would only cast a vote for the demand driven work that is happening at Cisco Systems, General Mills, Pfizer, PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble, and Kimberly Clark.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 21, 2023

Due to travel restrictions, I cannot attend many industry events, so I observe from home, watching webinars and remote broadcasts. Almost two decades of reporting. Which brings me to the question, “Shouldn’t we balance risk with opportunity systemically?” Surgery is over. I am safely recuperating at home.

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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. No one knows your systems like your own employees. Leveraging internal audits to align quality management with key business metrics When asked what are the benefits of conducting an internal audit?

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In recent years, the overall state of Procurement has been bolstered by increased proficiency, expanding engagement, and a growing direct impact on operations. And they’re not the only ones—other department heads are also increasingly budget-conscious, creating a new opportunity to partner with procurement for better budget management.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 22, 2016

and the compounded annual growth rate is expected to stay at or above 10 percent over the next half-decade, reports William B. Furthermore, companies with a surplus of services, such as extra trucks, can benefit by turning their existing logistics capabilities into sources for other logistics providers. Is there a shipping cost?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 120

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 31, 2023

The following are the insights gained from my discussion with Salim Shaikh , who leads Blue Yonder’s Automotive Industry Strategy, during a recent Blue Yonder Live and webinars that we prepared for jointly. Level-two is starting to leverage predictive analytics: Can I predict where a challenge or disruption is going to occur?

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 25, 2016

Dear Supply Chain Leader, Today, sitting in my seat in 11K on a Cathay Pacific flight between Hong Kong and Boston, I want to report that there is no Easter Bunny. Today I also want to report that, based on over a decade of scientific discovery, traditional supply chain practices are not best practices. There is also no Santa Claus.

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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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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Manufacturers will integrate e-commerce systems with IoT (Internet of Things) initiatives. Equipment manufacturers will require dealers to adopt modern parts management systems, and to integrate those systems with their own. Advanced Analytics Continue to Get a Bigger Plate at the Manufacturing Dinner Table.

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HICX Solutions

MARCH 31, 2022

In this webinar, we join Niko Nurmi , Executive Advisor at Procurement Leaders , as he discusses these challenges and how to overcome them – with Carmen Erhardt , Director of Corporate Purchasing and Head of Global Processes, Operations and Digitalization at Henkel ; and Anthony Payne , CMO at HICX.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 25, 2017

They go over plans and analyze how they will affect inventories and distribution systems. Distribution, customer support and tight work with logistics systems. Reports to upper management. They manage the purchasing of inventory and supplies, as well as other materials. Purchasing and Materials Manager.

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Proxima

AUGUST 3, 2020

Keeping this top of mind, experts and industry leaders from Proxima Group and Hatmill Supply Chain & Logistics Advisors recently hosted a webinar where they shared insights into four trends and changes that have been drastically accelerated by the pandemic and best practices companies should adopt now for long-term success.

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EcoVadis

AUGUST 11, 2017

To start, the market continues to trend away from purchasing primarily based on brand name, and instead, toward healthier and responsibly-sourced products with natural ingredients. If the supplier can’t change with the times, the brand needs to seek an alternative supply source.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Source: Dictionary.com. I find that in this world of the global multi-national that procurement processes have become convoluted and increasingly complex. (In In my opinion, we have made procurement increasingly complex without adding value. It is systemic. This honor goes to Cisco Systems, EMC, and Western Digital.

Inventory Reduction 150

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ivalua

JANUARY 27, 2021

In a recent webinar hosted by Ivalua , Walden explained that the key is a multifaceted approach. Top-performing AP organizations, he said, have matured in seven areas: human capital, service partnering, organizational design, governance, technology, service design and analytics. Purchasing cards are also widely used.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

So, for a direct response marketer, it’s actually more expensive to not have EDI integration, because without it you’re closed off from potential sources of business. For this reason alone, EDI integration is well worth its initial implementation cost. Top 6 EDI Integration and General EDI Myths Busted.

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Xeeva

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

In Gartner’s recent annual report, they discuss their predictions as to what will have a great impact on procurement and sourcing technology in the coming year and how the market will change over time. Why are these at the forefront of procurement and sourcing? Click To Tweet. ” Click To Tweet. .

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

Employ comprehensive solutions that support the entire source-to-settle process and create value for all parties involved in it. The greatest barrier to the adoption of these technologies is a lack of understanding of the benefits combined with an expectation of high implementation costs.”. “It Get basics right first.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

One mistake companies often make is focusing on the lowest purchase price per item instead of considering the total landed cost of sourcing from offshore suppliers. Total landed cost includes such cost factors as transportation, port charges, duties and taxes, insurance, and material.

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Provenance

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Today, I’m calling on the beauty industry to play its part in this global effort to build back better, and to drive change by opening up about the sourcing and impact of products and ingredients. Your customer wants to know if the synthetic ingredients you use are wreaking havoc on our river and ocean systems.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 12, 2015

Manufacturers need to focus on their core in order to stay competitive, and technological tools, such as our Cerasis Rater, a transportation management system , allow for streamlined process in managing transportation, giving back precious time, money, and focus to our manufacturing customers. billion individuals join the consuming class.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

This could be in the form of signaling maintenance workers to check out the machine, or the IoT could upload new firmware into the system, which would correct the issue. Furthermore, the use of robotics in the order fulfillment, specifically the “item picking” processes , could help foster a faster purchase-to-delivery timeline.

Internet of things 120

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

And on the subject of sustainability, SCDigest.com covered Walmart’s 2015 Sustainability report : Walmart, the world’s largest corporation, is fresh out with its 2015 sustainability report, the eighth such document it has produced. Sources: “Annual Financials for Wal-Mart Stores Inc.” ” Walmart states early on.

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