ToolsGroup

MAY 11, 2022

With respondents’ top growth investment for 2022 being “increasing recruitment and training efforts”, this year’s study reveals the profound effect that current labor shortages are having on digital supply chain transformation. Our findings reveal increasing investments in software, automation and people.”. About ToolsGroup.

Purchasing Skills 295

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Precoro

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The procurement landscape is ever changing, and recently, in contrast to the traditional procure-to-pay platforms, we have seen the emergence of a new type of software solution, intake-to-pay, which is marketed as a more comprehensive solution. What is procure-to-pay? a driverless car). a driverless car).

Procurement Solutions 59

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Enterra Insights

MAY 26, 2022

Although retailers still talk about the digital path to purchase as an alternative to the traditional shopping journey, the lines between paths to purchase have blurred. With all generations getting more comfortable on the digital path to purchase, most retailers have adapted to this new reality and are pursuing omnichannel strategies.

Procurement Solutions 130

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QAD

MARCH 31, 2020

ANCA builds CNC tool grinding machines. These machines produce the cutting tools other machine tools use to cut metal. They’re complex machines assembled from thousands of parts, many purchased from highly specialized manufacturers. Inevitably, the procurement process is complex and challenging to manage.

Manufacturing Procurement 118

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Procurement Academy

MARCH 2, 2023

Ewellix, part of the Schaeffler Group, is the leading global manufacturer and supplier of linear motion solutions, which incorporate state-of-the-art designs, components, and digital technology. The results Ewellix launched the training to their procurement and supply chain team in early November 2022 and have already seen results.

Case Study 52

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Unleashed

AUGUST 11, 2020

Cost reductions in food manufacturing can be achieved by using food manufacturing software that improves ordering processes and minimises overstocking of expensive raw ingredients. The right software will also improve operational processes, boost warehouse efficiency and reduce waste. Working with fresh food.

Manufacturing Procurement 89

Manufacturing Procurement Inventory Management Software Supply Chain Planning Software Forecasting Software 89

ivalua

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Ahlsell, a prominent international retail solutions provider, has led a complete digital transformation overhaul with a central focus on trading goods supplier management. Acting as a complementary partner to their suppliers, Procurement is a central target and strategic function for Ahlsell. billion in annual sales.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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QAD

MAY 23, 2023

ESG Regulations are Driving Investment in Sustainable Procurement Regardless of where you stand on the ethics behind ESG issues, you’d think consumer demand would be a clear driver for sustainable product development. Compliance appears to be a significantly larger driver for sustainable procurement than ethics or consumer demand.

Procurement Solutions 94

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Without the right inventory management solutions in place, it’s almost impossible to maintain optimal stock levels, minimise costs, and improve overall efficiency – all of which are essential to ongoing business success. In this guide: What are inventory management solutions?

Inventory Reduction 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 20, 2023

Chakri Gottemukkala, CEO at Supply Chain Planning Vendor o9 Solutions There are several young supply chain software companies that are unicorns. One of the more interesting is o9 Solutions. In January of 2022, Dallas-based o9 Solutions was valued at $2.7 A unicorn has a valuation of over $1 billion.

Supply Chain Planning Software 209

Supply Chain Planning Software Modeling Software Procurement Solutions Demand Planning Software 209

ivalua

APRIL 13, 2021

In part 1 of this blog I looked at how procurement can actually create new revenue opportunities. Here I’ll take a look at two other ways that procurement can help support growth. Even in indirect purchasing, giving suppliers more flexibility in how they meet requirements can increase savings and sustainability.

Procurement Solutions 130

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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!

Purchasing Training 78

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ThroughPut

MARCH 28, 2024

As per a recent study, AI can help reduce production costs by almost 20% in the agriculture sector! Food Production AI tools can drive advanced predictive analytics with precision forecasting for weather and crop yield predictions. That’s definitely good news. All for the good. Let’s find out more about this in this article.

Case Study 52

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Synovos

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Improve Operational Efficiency and Eliminate Internal Complexity Through Digital Procurement From better spend visibility to reduced order times and more, can your organization afford to miss out on the benefits of digital procurement? “Any good procurement team needs access to reliable data.”

Optimal Sourcing 52

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ToolsGroup

MAY 2, 2023

FeaturedCustomers is the leading customer success content marketing platform for B2B business software and services, helping potential B2B buyers make informed purchasing decisions through vendor-validated content. ToolsGroup earned a Market Leader award in the category. See ToolsGroup’s listing on FeaturedCustomers here.

ToolsGroup 156

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Arena Solutions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

A recent Gartner study revealed that 73% of companies that bought an enterprise system regretted their purchase 1. Software vendor reference checks can reveal how well the solution lives up to the vision marketed and sold. Ask the software vendor’s salesperson for two or three customers that resemble your company.

Vendor Strategies 80

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ThroughPut

MARCH 27, 2024

While on one hand, predictive analytics analyzes historical data and market trends for accurate demand forecasting, on the other, customers are being offered personalized experiences based on their preferences, purchase history and behavior. Dynamic Pricing If you want to adjust the prices of your products dynamically, AI tools are the best.

Case Study 52

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 15, 2022

But, I want to understand this more, and as a result, I have a new study in the field to gain additional insights, and I would love your input. In 2012, I placed the first alignment study in the field. Advanced planning solutions (APS) do not cross over make, source, and deliver with a common data model in the planning horizons.

Manufacturing Procurement 387

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 387

Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 9, 2021

The myopic focus on IT standardization resulted in the purchase of technology, but not value delivery. Even though a feasible plan is the most critical business user criterion for software selection, only one in two manufacturers surveyed believe they have the ability to model a feasible plan. Belief in efficient procurement.

Supply Chain Planning Software 357

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ivalua

AUGUST 29, 2019

At the same time, two-thirds (66%) of businesses admitted they were still reliant on such processes as part of their Procurement or supplier management function. The research, conducted by Vanson Bourne on behalf of Ivalua, found that 71% of respondents believed the rate of digitisation in Procurement is low.

Manufacturing Procurement 164

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

Studies show that 88% of consumers have abandoned online shopping carts due to unsatisfactory delivery terms, and 85% of customers will not shop with a retailer again after a poor delivery experience. Key Last-mile Delivery Technology Solutions How can technology directly impact last-mile operations and improve the customer experience?

Modeling Software 203

Modeling Software Optimization Software Supply Chain Network Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 203

QAD

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

ERP software has the ability to connect and transform every aspect of an enterprise. Today’s Software-as-a-Service model provides businesses with a level of efficiency that helps them work smarter, faster, and more cost-effectively. What is ERP Software? Overall, ERP software enables businesses to function more effectively.

Case Study 52

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Supply Chain Insights

JUNE 12, 2017

Supply Chain Insights has just started a six month Putting Together the Pieces study on demand planning solutions. As we were preparing the questions to ask demand planning solutions providers, I realized I wasn’t quite clear on the differences between software deployment options. On-Premise. Cloud-Hosted.

Supply Chain Planning Software 125

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

We recently announced our latest innovation, Procure IQ™ , which reimagines the way shippers purchase transportation. Developed inside our innovation incubator Robinson Labs , Procure IQ uses predictive analytics, artificial intelligence and C.H. A customer research study in June, conducted with over 1,000 of C.H.

Procurement Analytics 44

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2015

The smart folks at TMS software research firm Software Advice have published an insightful new transportation management software study titled Transportation Management Software – Small Business BuyerView. What is a Transportation Management Software? How Was the TMS Study Conducted?

Study 100

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 11, 2015

The smart folks at Software Advice have published an insightful new transportation management software study titled Transportation Management Software – Small Business BuyerView. What is a Transportation Management Software? How Was the TMS Study Conducted? TMS Study – Key Findings.

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NC State SCRC

MAY 30, 2022

A new study that the SCRC published with GEP examines the increasing pressure that supply chain executives are getting when it comes to responding to supply chain disruptions. The report was published in the last month, and reflects some of the increasing challenges and disparities that exist between procurement and supply chain executives.

Supply Chain Execution 98

Supply Chain Execution Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing 98

Unleashed

AUGUST 17, 2021

There is a range of manufacturing software now available to help businesses streamline their processes and maximise efficiency. Here we look at 15 types of manufacturing software, and for each answer three questions: What are the main functions of this software? What type of business is this software suited to?

Inventory Management Software 97

Inventory Management Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 97

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. 84% of buyers read the return policy before making an online purchase. 84% of buyers read the return policy before making an online purchase.

Retail 296

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

ARC Advisory Group did a study on the supply chain collaboration network (SCCN) a couple of years ago. ARC considers real-time visibility solutions, like the one from FourKites, one type of SCCN solution. In that study, FourKites 2021 revenues were estimated to be $65 million. The solutions reduce fines.

Real-time Visibility 218

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 28, 2021

Consumers constantly change the mix preferences in purchases. Somedays, the focus is on steaks or ribs and the next on the purchase of ground or cubed meat. In 2004, I worked with the client to help define specifications and shortlist potential solutions. The volatile meat market changes daily.

Supply Chain Planning Software 231

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 231

Multichannel Merchant

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

In a 2022 study from Descartes examining consumer perceptions of ecommerce buying and home delivery, 48% of respondents said they will make more ecommerce purchases in the future (read: more deliveries), up from 13% pre-pandemic. Last mile delivery benchmark studies have identified five basic customer delivery personas.

Procurement Solutions 59

Procurement Solutions Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software Optimization Software 59

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2022

As more consumers flock to e-commerce, purchasing big & bulky goods such as furniture, appliances, and wholesale electronics online is becoming more common. A Statista study found that in 2020, the furniture and appliance e-commerce global market volume was $383.2B. How do deliveries impact consumer experience?

Supply Chain Planning Software 190

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Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

With the digitization of the source-to-pay process being a key initiative for many chief procurement officers, to the inherent automation which promises to accelerate innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI), digitization is growing. However, it is fundamental to empowering procurement success in the modern age.

Optimal Sourcing 110

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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. ”[1] As a result of increased digital-path-to-purchase activity, online marketplaces have flourished. . Pillars supporting the digital path to purchase.

Procurement Analytics 100

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Second, the pandemic kicked online buying and home delivery into “high gear” as many consumers embraced its convenience and dramatically expanded the scope of their online purchasing. That’s exactly what the recent study “Retailers: Sustainability is Not a Challenge, It’s an Opportunity” concluded.

Sustainability 218

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