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I recently completed a study of 25 CPO’s, each providing their view of what procurement will look like in 2025. Strategic Sourcing Supplier Relationship Management Supply chain Relationships Supply Chain Talent Supply Chain Talent Management Supply Market Intelligence You can download the full report at this link. Procurement has a history that is linked in the core concepts of centralization, volume leveraging, and cost reduction. MORE
Focusing on Responsible Sourcing. During the supply chain analysis of Nestlé, it's immediately clear that responsible sourcing is a huge concern for the company. MORE
The USDA released a new study that I worked on with Jay Golden from Duke University this past summer. We spent a good deal of time collecting research from a variety of different sources, to put together a picture of what the biobased economy looks like. ” In the next phase of our study, we will be working on the next phase of the report: An i n-depth economic study of biobased products and economic impacts, including research on job creation and economic value. MORE
Source: 2017 Gartner Supply Chain Technology User Wants and Needs Study, Dwight Klappich. The annual Gartner Supply Chain Technology User Wants and Needs Study, now its tenth year, is one of this industry's most comprehensive studies of supply chain users. MORE
September 26, 2019) A new study by ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, and Spinnaker, a supply chain services company, has found that only 7% of companies are reaping the benefits of digital transformation of supply chain planning. PRESS RELEASE. MORE
Sustainability is created at the source of our products, services, and consumption. Sustainability is created from Responsible Sourcing. How can you make Responsible Sourcing a Reality? in this case, responsible sourcing. Source Smarter. Source: Purina. MORE
However, it is important for companies to manage the process of sourcing promotional goods effectively. A lot of time and energy can be spent inefficiently sourcing the goods, which can be bought from a huge variety of suppliers at vastly differing prices and quality. Single source. MORE
The success of the third-party logistics industry is evident in the generally high marks given to 3PLs by respondents to a survey as part of the 2013 17th Annual Third Party Logistics Study, which identifies trends and explores how both 3PLs and shippers are using these relationships to improve and enhance their businesses and supply chains. 3PLs and shippers each see themselves as the largest sources of innovation within their relationships. MORE
The post Finished Product Sourcing appeared first on Insight Solutions Global. Case StudyWith the help of Insight Solutions Global, the client cut the spending and saved up to $120,000/year, reduced the lead time and gained more leverage in the supply chain. MORE
We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider. MORE
We would receive information from different sources via email or telephone about the status of an order and shipment and then we had to make sure we entered all of those incidents and dates into the spreadsheet, which was very time consuming. MORE
Client Case Study Video Interview with Lucid Motors, Menlo Park, CA. The post Client Case Study Video Interview appeared first on Purchasing and Procurement Software Solutions. MORE
The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. We have since expanded it to include four new case studies, so that there are now seven mini case studies in total. MORE
I encourage you to watch the webcast to hear them tell their stories directly, but here’s an overview of A101’s case study. The post A Case Study in Closed-Loop Operational Management appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. MORE
Aim to source 100% certified RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil). Sourcing palm oil responsibly and sustainably is nuanced and can be complex. Discover more about how transparency grows brand trust – see our latest case studies. MORE
Food brands have always recognised the importance of sourcing the right ingredients. Communicating sustainable sourcing at Balance Festival. Knowing the source of ingredients will only continue to increase in importance as market demands grow. See our cases studies. MORE
Under this program, they source products directly from small or medium-sized farmers. Global supply chain is a very challenging subject in supply chain management because it involves different customer''s requirement, more complex operations/collaboration and unforeseen risks. MORE
Over the last decades, however, supply chains have been undergoing a process of increasing globalization, which has created the need for differentiated sustainability approaches for firms sourcing globally rather than regionally. On the one hand, traditional supply management based on supply base reduction and coordination will compensate global sourcing’s drawbacks, such as longer distances and socio-economic, cultural differences. MORE
New Ivalua study shows technology challenges are hindering procurement teams from achieving business objectives. According to the study, the amount organisations are spending on procurement technology has been rising and expected to accelerate. Download the full study here. MORE
Analysis of case study is certainly one of the most popular methods for people from business management background. There are two things Boeing and Airbus have in common, utilization of lean manufacturing system and strategic sourcing concept. HP ''s case study is pretty unique. MORE
Andrew Cox’s new book “Sourcing Portfolio Analysis” represents the more traditional “power-based” view of procurement. The book relies on a series of prescriptive two by two matrices, that are further segmented into eight by eight matrices, that establish different typologies for supplier segmentation, The application of these frameworks to the universe of buyer-seller relationships I proposed (ostensibly) to lead to improved sourcing outcomes…for the buyer! MORE
By just about every measure, natural resources such as these are significantly more efficient than legacy sources like coal, natural gas and oil. “Which energy source gets you the most power delivery for your investment dollar? MORE
Today, John McNamara, SVP Sourcing, Adidas Group, visited me and my SCM students at Copenhagen Business School. He presented a case study about the supply chain processes for t-shirts. Thanks, John, for a great case study and an insightful discussion! MORE
Case Studies. A Case Study. This case study will show you the analysis of Apple Supply Chain core processes, challenging issues and complexities of its operations. Apple Inc purchases raw materials from various sources then get them shipped to an assembling plant in China. MORE
Get the PDF of Lull’s case study >> Challenges to Order Fulfillment. When they were ready to expand into more fulfillment locations, they didn’t have to spend time sourcing new solutions. Lull uses FLEXE for order fulfillment to their customers. MORE
The annual Gartner Supply Chain Technology User Wants and Needs Study is one of the most comprehensive studies of supply chain users. The most recent survey included more than 473 people spanning the globe. MORE
Below is an excerpt from a report published recently by Amber Road and the American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) titled “ The Trade Trends Report: 2017 Report on Sourcing, Trade, and e-commerce.” Sourcing decisions can complicate or simplify this process. MORE
She currently leads First Solar’s Global Supply Chain which includes sales operations and planning, customer service/order management, sourcing, fulfillment, logistics, and warranty support. MORE
Supply Chain Risk Management Procurement/Sourcing Supply Chain Visibility supply chain sourcing Risk AGCOWe are entering an era where it is becoming possible to detect supply chain risks much more quickly. A case in point is offered by AGCO. AGCO is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of a wide range of agricultural equipment. MORE
Variability of hardware and component sourcing affected production efficiency, causing fulfillment delays and lower customer satisfaction. Utilized advanced sourcing and materials planning to speed fulfillment cycles and improve service levels for increased customer satisfaction. MORE
We hear the words “innovation” as a source for growth in the economy over and over again. But what will be the true source of innovation? To generate such forms of value creation, procurement will need to tap into a key source of new ideas and creativity: their suppliers. MORE
One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter. MORE
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. , March 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on Effective Procurement Performance Measurement. MORE
Google a phrase like “sourcing products from China” and you’ll instantly be faced by almost 39 million results! You need to source for products to sell at wholesale prices to your retail customers. A sourcing agency will typically do one of the following roles: A. MORE
Halliburton’s sourcing & supply chain team has made a huge contribution to the expansion of the business in Sub-Saharan Africa, where it has expanded from four to fourteen countries in just eighteen months. Cases Africa cost control crisis expansion Halliburton materials management regional spend single sourcing sourcing spend supply chain supply chain scorecard MORE
Our Cognitive Sourcing Survey 2018 revealed that the shift towards data-driven, computer-assisted negotiation and decision making is well underway in the procurement industry. In the instance of direct material sourcing, these developments have been particularly delayed. MORE
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Below is an excerpt from a report published recently by Amber Road and the American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) titled “ The Trade Trends Report: 2017 Report on Sourcing, Trade, and e-commerce.” Sourcing decisions can complicate or simplify this process.
ivalua
MARCH 31, 2020
New Ivalua study shows technology challenges are hindering procurement teams from achieving business objectives. According to the study, the amount organisations are spending on procurement technology has been rising and expected to accelerate. Download the full study here.
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SCM Research
DECEMBER 10, 2015
Today, John McNamara, SVP Sourcing, Adidas Group, visited me and my SCM students at Copenhagen Business School. He presented a case study about the supply chain processes for t-shirts. Thanks, John, for a great case study and an insightful discussion!
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 31, 2017
We would receive information from different sources via email or telephone about the status of an order and shipment and then we had to make sure we entered all of those incidents and dates into the spreadsheet, which was very time consuming.
ToolsGroup
JUNE 6, 2017
Source: 2017 Gartner Supply Chain Technology User Wants and Needs Study, Dwight Klappich. The annual Gartner Supply Chain Technology User Wants and Needs Study, now its tenth year, is one of this industry's most comprehensive studies of supply chain users.
Supply Chain Opz
JUNE 1, 2014
Analysis of case study is certainly one of the most popular methods for people from business management background. There are two things Boeing and Airbus have in common, utilization of lean manufacturing system and strategic sourcing concept. HP ''s case study is pretty unique.
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Provenance
JUNE 1, 2020
Aim to source 100% certified RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil). Sourcing palm oil responsibly and sustainably is nuanced and can be complex. Discover more about how transparency grows brand trust – see our latest case studies.
Insights Solutions Global
OCTOBER 18, 2018
The post Finished Product Sourcing appeared first on Insight Solutions Global. Case StudyWith the help of Insight Solutions Global, the client cut the spending and saved up to $120,000/year, reduced the lead time and gained more leverage in the supply chain.
ToolsGroup
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
September 26, 2019) A new study by ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain planning software, and Spinnaker, a supply chain services company, has found that only 7% of companies are reaping the benefits of digital transformation of supply chain planning. PRESS RELEASE.
Supply Chain Game Changer
JULY 3, 2019
Sustainability is created at the source of our products, services, and consumption. Sustainability is created from Responsible Sourcing. How can you make Responsible Sourcing a Reality? in this case, responsible sourcing. Source Smarter. Source: Purina.
Cerasis
OCTOBER 29, 2015
We conclude our ongoing series in talking about effective KPI management by giving you a real live Logistics KPIs management case study from Whirlpool's engagement with a logistics service level provider.
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ToolsGroup
JANUARY 4, 2018
The annual Gartner Supply Chain Technology User Wants and Needs Study is one of the most comprehensive studies of supply chain users. The most recent survey included more than 473 people spanning the globe.
Provenance
MAY 16, 2019
Food brands have always recognised the importance of sourcing the right ingredients. Communicating sustainable sourcing at Balance Festival. Knowing the source of ingredients will only continue to increase in importance as market demands grow. See our cases studies.
Eyvo
APRIL 19, 2019
Client Case Study Video Interview with Lucid Motors, Menlo Park, CA. The post Client Case Study Video Interview appeared first on Purchasing and Procurement Software Solutions.
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 16, 2015
Supply Chain Risk Management Procurement/Sourcing Supply Chain Visibility supply chain sourcing Risk AGCOWe are entering an era where it is becoming possible to detect supply chain risks much more quickly. A case in point is offered by AGCO. AGCO is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of a wide range of agricultural equipment.
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Supply Chain Game Changer
NOVEMBER 23, 2018
Variability of hardware and component sourcing affected production efficiency, causing fulfillment delays and lower customer satisfaction. Utilized advanced sourcing and materials planning to speed fulfillment cycles and improve service levels for increased customer satisfaction.
Supply Chain Opz
JANUARY 7, 2013
Case Studies. A Case Study. This case study will show you the analysis of Apple Supply Chain core processes, challenging issues and complexities of its operations. Apple Inc purchases raw materials from various sources then get them shipped to an assembling plant in China.
Supply Chain View from the Field
JULY 17, 2015
Andrew Cox’s new book “Sourcing Portfolio Analysis” represents the more traditional “power-based” view of procurement. The book relies on a series of prescriptive two by two matrices, that are further segmented into eight by eight matrices, that establish different typologies for supplier segmentation, The application of these frameworks to the universe of buyer-seller relationships I proposed (ostensibly) to lead to improved sourcing outcomes…for the buyer!
SCM Research
MARCH 23, 2015
Over the last decades, however, supply chains have been undergoing a process of increasing globalization, which has created the need for differentiated sustainability approaches for firms sourcing globally rather than regionally. On the one hand, traditional supply management based on supply base reduction and coordination will compensate global sourcing’s drawbacks, such as longer distances and socio-economic, cultural differences.
USC Consulting Group
MARCH 3, 2020
By just about every measure, natural resources such as these are significantly more efficient than legacy sources like coal, natural gas and oil. “Which energy source gets you the most power delivery for your investment dollar?
Supply Chain View from the Field
NOVEMBER 16, 2013
I recently completed a study of 25 CPO’s, each providing their view of what procurement will look like in 2025. Strategic Sourcing Supplier Relationship Management Supply chain Relationships Supply Chain Talent Supply Chain Talent Management Supply Market Intelligence You can download the full report at this link. Procurement has a history that is linked in the core concepts of centralization, volume leveraging, and cost reduction.
Supply Chain Opz
JULY 7, 2014
Under this program, they source products directly from small or medium-sized farmers. Global supply chain is a very challenging subject in supply chain management because it involves different customer''s requirement, more complex operations/collaboration and unforeseen risks.
EMERGE App
JULY 11, 2018
Google a phrase like “sourcing products from China” and you’ll instantly be faced by almost 39 million results! You need to source for products to sell at wholesale prices to your retail customers. A sourcing agency will typically do one of the following roles: A.
Kinaxis
JULY 17, 2014
She currently leads First Solar’s Global Supply Chain which includes sales operations and planning, customer service/order management, sourcing, fulfillment, logistics, and warranty support.
Supply Chain Movement
SEPTEMBER 17, 2013
Halliburton’s sourcing & supply chain team has made a huge contribution to the expansion of the business in Sub-Saharan Africa, where it has expanded from four to fourteen countries in just eighteen months. Cases Africa cost control crisis expansion Halliburton materials management regional spend single sourcing sourcing spend supply chain supply chain scorecard
Claritum
APRIL 25, 2018
However, it is important for companies to manage the process of sourcing promotional goods effectively. A lot of time and energy can be spent inefficiently sourcing the goods, which can be bought from a huge variety of suppliers at vastly differing prices and quality. Single source.
Supply Chain View from the Field
OCTOBER 8, 2014
The USDA released a new study that I worked on with Jay Golden from Duke University this past summer. We spent a good deal of time collecting research from a variety of different sources, to put together a picture of what the biobased economy looks like. ” In the next phase of our study, we will be working on the next phase of the report: An i n-depth economic study of biobased products and economic impacts, including research on job creation and economic value.
FLEXE
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Get the PDF of Lull’s case study >> Challenges to Order Fulfillment. When they were ready to expand into more fulfillment locations, they didn’t have to spend time sourcing new solutions. Lull uses FLEXE for order fulfillment to their customers.
ivalua
MARCH 31, 2020
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. , March 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on Effective Procurement Performance Measurement.
Material Handling & Logistics
JULY 13, 2018
One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter.
Supply Chain Movement
MARCH 6, 2013
The success of the third-party logistics industry is evident in the generally high marks given to 3PLs by respondents to a survey as part of the 2013 17th Annual Third Party Logistics Study, which identifies trends and explores how both 3PLs and shippers are using these relationships to improve and enhance their businesses and supply chains. 3PLs and shippers each see themselves as the largest sources of innovation within their relationships.
AFFLINK
AUGUST 23, 2017
Focusing on Responsible Sourcing. During the supply chain analysis of Nestlé, it's immediately clear that responsible sourcing is a huge concern for the company.
LevaData
APRIL 12, 2019
Our Cognitive Sourcing Survey 2018 revealed that the shift towards data-driven, computer-assisted negotiation and decision making is well underway in the procurement industry. In the instance of direct material sourcing, these developments have been particularly delayed.
Logistics Bureau
MAY 24, 2019
The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. We have since expanded it to include four new case studies, so that there are now seven mini case studies in total.
NC State SCRC
AUGUST 16, 2016
We hear the words “innovation” as a source for growth in the economy over and over again. But what will be the true source of innovation? To generate such forms of value creation, procurement will need to tap into a key source of new ideas and creativity: their suppliers.
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