SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Procurement People should learn the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Process. Procurement professionals can contribute significantly to the S&OP process by providing valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, identifying potential risks, and optimizing sourcing strategies.

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ivalua

MAY 30, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] 3 Powerful Ways Procurement will Drive the 2030 Saudi Vision Transformation May 30, 2023 | | Procurement Strategy by Sara Omer What is the Saudi Vision 2030 Program? Procurement and supply chain teams will play a crucial role in making this vision a reality.

Manufacturing Procurement 49

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ivalua

JUNE 14, 2023

We recommend leveraging these workstreams, based on Gartner’s 4 Workstreams for Successful Implementation of Any Procurement Application to maximize the impact of your next large-scale procurement implementation: 1. Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Get Ready for Success!

Optimal Sourcing 239

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ivalua

JANUARY 8, 2023

What Lieferkettengesetz Means for Procurement? The act was established to address issues of sustainability and ethical conduct in global supply chains, and has significant implications for companies and procurement organizations operating in Germany. By Jan-Hendrik Sohn. Fines of up to €8 million .

Supply Chain Design Software 244

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

That tightly integrated advanced planning (APS) coupled to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) using order data is sufficient. The answer lies in the shifting of traditional paradigms. The reason? I think that the answer has five parts: The Belief that the Industry Has Best Practices. Functional Metrics and the Lack of Alignment to Strategy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2025

Sudden tariff increases can quickly make a cost-optimized procurement strategy untenable, leaving companies scrambling to adjust. The ability to pressure-test decisions before committing real resources significantly improves response quality. Procurement is another area seeing change.

Optimal Sourcing 228

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 23, 2025

For companies managing large product portfolios, the scale of these changes will be resource-intensive and time-sensitive, particularly given the proposed 2026 target for full transition. Companies may need to revise inventory strategies and adjust procurement lead times accordingly.

Manufacturing Procurement 200

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The world of procurement is constantly evolving, demanding professionals with the right skills and knowledge. Moreover, two popular options often considered are the MCIPS qualification from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) and the Procurement Track offered by SCMDOJO.

Negotiating Skills 53

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Procurement Academy

JANUARY 16, 2025

Looking to improve operations and achieve cost savings within your procurement processes? A process audit report is designed to, ultimately, streamline processes, enhance decision-making and drive overall procurement excellence. What is the Purpose of a Process Audit Report?

Procurement Analytics 52

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Jaggaer

MAY 16, 2025

In many industries, procurement is responsible for managing significant budgets which means it holds a key lever for business performance. From Order Fulfillment to Strategic Value Creation Partner This realization is relatively new and comes with a fundamental shift in how the role of procurement is understood.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Procurement Academy

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Supply chain and procurement have undergone a seismic change in recent years. The Need for Supply Chain and Procurement Upskilling The global supply chain and procurement markets have changed drastically in the last number of years. There are also strong benefits to upskilling for your employees too.

Negotiating Skills 52

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Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

Most JAGGAER installations in the manufacturing industry specifically, and in product-centric businesses in general, involve integration with an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system of one sort or another. The term enterprise resource planning originated in the early 1990s and is credited to the research firm Gartner Group.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 7, 2022

The pandemic has exposed flaws in business practices across industries, which have been acutely felt in their supply chain and procurement operations. Of the professionals surveyed, 59% saw the gap between procurement/sourcing and supply chain to be a major disconnect, and the most pressing pain point.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 328

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Procurement Academy

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Procurement fraud is often overlooked, but it can tear away at your company’s integrity and reputation from the inside if left unchecked for too long. Proactively identifying and managing procurement fraud is incredibly important when safeguarding your organization’s future. Lets take a look.

Resource Reduction 52

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Decoding the Procurement Department: A Comprehensive Guide to Roles and Responsibilities This supply chain article provides a comprehensive overview of the procurement department within an organization. Read In Detail About Procurement Department Here 2.

Negotiating Skills 87

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Enhanced Financial Liquidity: Liberation of capital previously tied up in inventory, enabling more strategic allocation of financial resources. Accuracy in Demand Forecasting: Implementation of an optimized inventory management system facilitates more accurate demand forecasting, leading to improved planning and resource allocation.

Inventory Reduction 156

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 1, 2025

Industry-specific content is available for processes like Source to Settle, Procure to Pay, Order to Cash, and more. In terms of the solution, whether it’s a human or robot, it is still a resource that needs to be optimized for maximum effectiveness.

Prescriptive Analytics Software 226

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RFgen

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Supply chain efficiency is the cornerstone of success and involves the effective management of processes, resources, and technologies from procurement to production, transportation to warehousing. Understanding Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain efficiency refers to maximizing output while minimizing resource input.

Sourcing Strategies 96

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

By combining H&Zs sustainability expertise with JAGGAERs advanced procurement technology for Scope 3 emissions tracking and data collection, organizations can better integrate sustainability into their procurement strategies. As companies seek to address these issues, the role of procurement is changing.

Material Savings 52

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QAD

JANUARY 16, 2025

Despite its success, KION faced significant challenges in managing its extensive supplier network and procurement processes. For the mitigation of supply chain and business risks , we need closer integration and easy collaboration with our suppliers, said Jens Brethauer, VP of e-Procurement & Digitalization at KION.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2025

Ryusei Ono, Representative Director and President, MISUMI Group Inc.: “From its earliest days, MISUMI’s culture of ingenuity and innovation has made us a leader and pioneer in making it easier for customers to procure manufacturing components that fit their needs. For more information, visit www.fictiv.com.

Manufacturing Procurement 165

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

In the face of variability, this is two-to-six weeks too long to make allocation or procurement decisions. Order cycles–the requested time from order to delivery–decreased while supply cycles –the time to procure materials– increased. Shift in cycles. Over the past three years, supply chain cycles shifted.

Supply Chain Planning Software 417

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Freightos

DECEMBER 3, 2024

From COVID to geopolitical tension, the past five years have emphasized the need for procurement agility. Flexibility in a Volatile Market: As pricing and freight capacity fluctuate, procurement professionals need to adjust rates quickly without lengthy RFP processes. Why Rate Refresh? Why Rate Refresh?

Optimal Sourcing 285

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Predictive Analytics Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 285

Exiger Perspectives

MAY 1, 2025

Meet with the Leader in Procurement Risk AI As geopolitical risk, regulatory change, and ESG expectations accelerate, Exiger helps CPOs tackle the growing list of procurement challenges. Were excited to join World Procurement Congress 2025 for several exclusive events to discuss technology-driven transformation and building resilience.

Procurement 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

GEP and the North Carolina State University (NCSU) Supply Chain Resource Cooperative surveyed supply chain, procurement and IT professionals across a range of industries to gain insight into their priorities and strategies regarding supply chain resilience and optimization. Alex Zhong, Director Product Marketing at GEP.

Supply Chain Network Software 315

Supply Chain Network Software Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Optimal Sourcing 315

Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

After a dramatic drop at the beginning of the pandemic, Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software public valuations are near twice the ten-year average. The majority of the transactions are in Enterprise Resource Planning (91) versus supply chain planning (31). Procurement Operates On An Island.

Supply Chain Planning Software 415

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 29, 2024

SCMDOJO Academy elevates your procurement and supply chain skills through its extensive course library. Mastering Procurement – Essentials Skills and Competencies Mastering Procurement by Maryna Trepova is the ultimate Procurement and Purchase Management course for Engineers, Entrepreneurs, Managers, and Students.

Optimal Sourcing 98

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Freightos

AUGUST 19, 2024

More Resources Home Welcoming Shipsta to Freightos Zvi Schreiber August 19, 2024 Today, I’m beyond excited to share some big news with you — Freightos has acquired Shipsta! Together, we can offer a complete solution that covers the digital procurement of both spot and contract freight services, across air, ocean, road, and rail.

Optimal Sourcing 272

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DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

From raw material procurement to final product sales, these supply chains’ ability to minimize inventory through product life cycle controls and facilitate prompt product supply is every bit as important as product differentiation strategies. The establishment of efficient global supply chains has become critical to competitiveness.

Optimal Sourcing 296

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Precoro

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Within this setup, an ERP procurement module helps companies make purchases and manage suppliers. Numbers speak louder: According to Procurement Tactics’ top procurement trends in 2025 , 83% of CPOs prioritize digitization.   Keep reading to learn: What Is ERP in Procurement?

Procurement Solutions 45

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Precoro

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

In this article, we’ll explain what centralized purchasing is, the challenges it tackles, the benefits of centralized procurement, and the types of companies that can benefit most from it. That’s when a centralized procurement organization structure proves beneficial.

Pricing Training 105

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DELMIA Quintiq

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

It typically provides a crucial planning function: fine-tuning supply and demand data and forecasts to deliver accurate and timely production plans, throughout the entire production supply chain, that help manufacturers achieve their production objectives and minimize procurement costs [1]. Brian Tracy, Author and Public Speaker.

Optimal Sourcing 287

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

We invest a huge amount of time and resources into our people and making sure that we have the best digital talent in the industry and that we’re doing the most innovative things in the supply chain. It might highlight logistics jams, manufacturing capacity, quality issues, or procurement cost trends.

Supply Chain Planning Software 294

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ivalua

MAY 31, 2022

A company’s supply chain is a key source of competitive advantage and Supply Chain Management (SCM) is designed to allow a company to monitor its suppliers and utilize the available resources to improve performance. But most sourcing and procurement teams need to pivot and modify the way they handle SCM decisions.

Procurement Solutions 246

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