Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 20, 2025

In this Supply Chain Matters posting we alert our many readers to the appearance of Bob Ferrari, our Founder and longtime supply chain technology industry analyst appearance in a recently published and very timely podcast. A supply chain cannot function in isolation. All rights reserved.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 52

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters aler our readers to an upcoming Linked-In Live futurist discussion event featuring our founder, Bob Ferrari. This insightful event is titled, “ Supply Chain 2025: What to Expect (and What Not to) in a Volatile World.” Likely changes to the technology landscape are another consideration.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 52

Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

Origins of ERP ERP is a software system that helps organizations streamline their core business processes. In addition to manufacturing or production, ERP then expanded to include finance, accounting, order management, supply chain management, payroll, and HR. ERPs roots are most certainly in manufacturing.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction Analytics Software 52

Proxima

MAY 19, 2020

My point here is that we’re now entering what many are calling the ‘new normal’, where a new pattern of life is established based around the need to manage and mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic. This presents challenges for procurement leaders. Just as the world is having to change, Procurement will need to change too.

Procurement 105

Procurement Cost Reduction Strategies North America Modeling Software 105

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the availability of our latest recorded podcast- What Supply Chain Leaders Should Anticipate in Leadership and Workforce Reskilling Needs in 2025. Our invited guest is Rodney Apple, the Founder and Managing Partner of SCM Talent Group.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Predictive Analytics Software 52

Supply Chain Matters

MAY 12, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group , through its affiliated Supply Chain Matters blog, announces the release of a second published research advisory in an overall three-part series: The Importance of Supply Chain and Human Resources Strategy Alignment for Addressing Talent Recruitment and Retention Needs- Part Two.

Supply Chain Software 64

Supply Chain Software Research Supply Chain Planning Software Manufacturing Procurement 64

OptiProERP

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Gone are those days when growing companies used to manage their data on spreadsheets. Modern businesses rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software to help them collect and organize financial and operational data in a shared database to promote efficiency, as they scale. Human Capital Management. Procurement.

Manufacturing Procurement 96

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Inventory Management Software 96

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog provides an overview of our 2024 annual prediction themes for industry and global supply chains. Talent and skills retention have indeed taken center stage.

Supply Chain Planning Software 111

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Software 111

Supply Chain View from the Field

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

master of ceremonies”) for the Procurement Leaders Forum in the heart of Boston at Sixty State Street. Today’s knowledge forum focused on Talent Management and featured one speaker who really inspired me. Another tool was the supplier segmentation matrix – showing how does the supplier view the attractiveness of our business.

Optimal Sourcing 60

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Conference Sourcing Strategies 60

Talking Logistics

JULY 30, 2018

Protect Your Bottom Line With a Smart Supply Chain Design Strategy. The Data Needed to Transform Supply Chains. Talent Management in Logistics: Why It’s More Important than Ever. Supply Chain Visibility: Past, Present, and Future. Supply Chain Visibility: Past, Present, and Future.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Logistics 100

Supply Chain View from the Field

JUNE 10, 2015

A recent review by Peter Smith of my new book , “The Procurement Value Proposition”, co-authored with Gerard Chick, provides some solid support for the message Gerard and I were seeking to develop. People need to have the ability to explore, use new tools, and tackle new problems in a safe environment.

Procurement Solutions 60

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Procurement Purchasing Skills 60

Supply Chain Matters

MAY 31, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group highlights the release of a second published research advisory on the Importance of supply chain and HR alignment for talent lifecycle needs. Talent recruitment challenges already existed in many industry areas prior to the global pandemic and have since grown more concerning.

Research 52

Research Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Strategy 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

Supply chain collaboration is a hot topic today and no wonder: companies that collaborate effectively across the supply chain have enjoyed dramatic reductions in inventories and costs, together with improvements in speed, service levels, and customer satisfaction. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Making The Right Choices.

Optimal Sourcing 78

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software 78

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate, Supply Chain Matters blog unveils part two of a summarized overview of our annual prediction themes for industry and global supply chains for the year 2023 and beyond. Economic and Business Challenges Expected in 2023. Overall Themes for the Year 2023.

Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings 52

Supply Chain View from the Field

JULY 18, 2013

Logistics complexity – in the form of fragmented channels, increased product variations, and consumer demand for customized solutions – has been increasing, according to a global study published recently by BVL International, a worldwide supply chain and logistics membership organization. 9. New technology.

Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Supply Chain Planning Software Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Material Savings 60

Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 19, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. As we come to the end of our 3rd year here at Supply Chain Game Changer it is time to publish our semi-annual 2019 Top 10 List. We thank you for your ongoing support and ask you to continue to spread the word about Supply Chain Game Changer. Our 2019 Top 10 List!

Supply Chain Software 13

Supply Chain Software Procurement Inventory Management Distribution 13

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 27, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog calls reader attention to a recently published podcast featuring supply chain technology industry analyst Bob Ferrari speaking on a very timely topic. Among the topics discussed are: What’s driving the supply chain planning talent shortage?

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 13, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group through its affiliate the Supply Chain Matters blog shares select individual prediction snapshots that are included in our annual 2023 predictions for industry and global supply chains research advisory. Background.

Predictive Analytics Software 52

Predictive Analytics Software Negotiating Skills Predictive Analytics Supply Chain Software 52

NC State SCRC

JUNE 15, 2021

The SCRC’s Supply Management Maturity Index was highlighted in a recent Wall Street Journal article , that identified the companies best prepared to weather the storm ahead in terms of supply chain disruptions. As one manager noted, “Supply market intelligence may be the only competitive advantage of the future!”.

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction 98

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 26, 2025

Thesis Ideas for Supply Chain Students! List of Business Related Majors You Can Opt For It’s no secret that business related majors are versatile and can lead to various specialized degree programs spanning areas such as technology, sales, finance, and healthcare. appeared first on Supply Chain Game Changer™.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Buyer Training Purchasing Training Supply Chain Planning Software 52

NC State SCRC

JANUARY 15, 2016

An article published in the Wall Street Journal identifies what I have been saying for years now… Supply chain talent is a hot commodity! Many of the skills that we’ve identified in prior posts on this site have discussed the key skills and knowledge that recruiters are looking for in supply chain students.

Supply Chain Planning Software 40

Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics Supply Chain Software Purchasing Skills 40

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog announces the publishing of our latest recorded podcast episode: What Should Supply Chain Leaders Expect in 2024. Our podcast conversation focuses on business C-Suite expectations of supply chain leaders in the coming year.

Supply Chain Planning Software 59

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 59

Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 8, 2014

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Analytics Software 35

Analytics Software Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Planning Software Predictive Analytics Software 35

Jaggaer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Emissions targets & progress verified by the Science Based Target initiative (“SBTi”) Research Triangle, NC, DATE, 2024: JAGGAER, a global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration, today released its third Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) Impact Report for 2023.

Material Savings 52

Material Savings Report Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 52

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 21, 2023

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group announces that our latest Research Advisory, 2023 Predictions for Industry and Global Supply Chains is now available for reading. In a prior five-part series of commentaries hosted on Supply Chain Matters , we have provided snapshots of five of our ten predictions for 2023.

Predictive Analytics 52

Predictive Analytics Predictive Analytics Software Supply Chain Planning Software Global 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 11, 2013

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 37

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Design Software Material Savings Manufacturing Procurement 37

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In this update we want to alert our Supply Chain Matters global readership to our latest upcoming podcast episode. Multi-industry supply chain teams continue to focus on the final aspects of supporting and executing Q4 and 2023 business goals. All rights reserved.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Strategy 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 28, 2014

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 31

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Pharmaceutical Logistics Network Optimization Software 31

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 9, 2024

Supply Chain Matters highlights a World Economic Forum sponsored white paper addressing strategies for rewiring global value chains, We additionally provide some added observations in a specific area. Yet, how long have goals for removing supply chain siloes existed without significant progress?

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Buyer Training Supply Chain Design Software Optimal Sourcing 52

Supply Chain Matters

MAY 14, 2024

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides highlights of the ASCM Supply Chain Professional 2024 Salaries and Careers Global Report released this week. based supply chain professionals reportedly has reached a major milestone, hitting a record-breaking $103,000, which reflects the 50th percentile.

Survey 64

Survey Supply Chain Planning Software Scenario Planning Agile and Lean Supply Chain 64

Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Optimal Sourcing 34

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 34

Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 15, 2014

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Expense Reduction 39

Expense Reduction Agile and Lean Supply Chain Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Strategy 39

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MAY 21, 2012

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Resource Reduction 38

Resource Reduction Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Optimal Sourcing 38

Infosys Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2014

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 36

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Pharmaceutical Retail 36

Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides what is likely to be a final commentary of the year 2023, now amounting to in excess of 270 authored commentaries. Episode 23 with our invited guest Radu Palamariu is titled: What Should Supply Chain Leaders Expect In 2024. All rights reserved.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning 52

Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 2, 2012

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Sourcing Strategies 29

Sourcing Strategies Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain 29

Infosys Supply Chain Management

MARCH 27, 2012

Technology Services. Application Management. Infrastructure Management. Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. Talent Management. BigDataEdge – Insights Management. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. SmartGridEdge – Smart Grid Management.

Supply Chain Planning Software 29

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Strategy 29