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The introduction of E-Procurement.

ModusLink Corporation

The introduction of E-Procurement: Price and availability are not the only factors to be considered in a purchasing decision, especially now that a strong supply chain has become an unmissable element for every company in today’s business climate (Namulo, 2017).

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3 Core Metrics & 10 Soft Metrics for Measuring Supply Chain Performance

GlobalTranz

Is cost reduction all that there is in measuring Supply Chain performance? Sure, supply chain cost reduction is important in reducing the cost of goods sold (COGS) and increasing profit, but there are other measurements which should not be forgotten. Isn’t time important? What kinds of "time" measurements exist?

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Two Automakers Make Senior Supply Chain and Procurement Executive Leadership Changes

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters readers are well aware that the looking glass for an organization’s overall supply chain performance is intense right now, especially when C-Suite executives feel the heat from investors and board rooms. Stellantis Senior Procurement Leadership Change. All rights reserved. .

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What to Look for in Your Retail Supply Chain Planning Software

ThroughPut

The retail industry has been witnessing unending turmoil over the last couple of years by way of a series of challenges – ranging from shifts in purchasing habits and consumer demands to the vagaries of a relentless global pandemic that continues to trigger seismic upheavals. Retail supply chain software that creates better demand signals.

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8 Supply Chain Management Best Practices

QAD

Hiring the right people for relevant roles elicits optimal performance. Digital technology is essential to connecting the universe of supply chain management partners. Supply chain leaders need effective tools to share real-time information across networks of suppliers, customers, carriers, distributors, and government agencies.

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Sustainable Product Packaging Impacts Supply Chain Transformation

QAD

Packaging changes have impacted the procurement, manufacturing and distribution processes of organizations. The transformation has touched all inventory levels from material sourcing to end product delivery. Many consumers will not purchase products from manufacturers who do not have and demonstrate a sustainable footprint.

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Eliminate the Bullwhip Effect – Communicate with Your Suppliers

QAD

The bullwhip effect has multiple causes that distort the supply chain, including: Changes in demand forecasting. Price fluctuations and discounts resulting in increased purchases. Brittle supply chains need specific solutions to gain agility, efficiency and resilience. How to Counteract the Bullwhip Effect.