ToolsGroup

MAY 25, 2021

By FinStock South Africa. One of our customers sources materials from a global network with long lead times. The importance of having the right inventory at the right price to service customer demand is crucial. Nowhere is this truer than on commoditized products. Evaluating stock-out versus long lead times.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 10, 2024

For example, a redundant supply chain may have safety stocks, contingency contracts, multiple sourcing, and diversified networks to ensure the availability and continuity of supply. The port handles about 10 million tons of farm products per year, mostly to Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Baltimore 331

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 22, 2022

One Network has years of experience in healthcare supply networks that provide medicines and vaccines to hundreds of millions of people in Africa and around the globe. Identify the source of the problem and fix it. Multiparty Networks are Proven Technology. 8 Essential Capabilities to Optimize the Cold Chain.

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ivalua

MAY 30, 2023

By maximizing resource utilization and implementing careful procurement management, the government can source the best goods and services at the most competitive prices. However, implementing category strategies for successful sourcing and supplier management can be challenging without the right tools.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

Mr. Bailey has worked most of his career at VF – as an industrial engineer in facilities, in strategic sourcing, running offshore operations, and now as the person in charge of the company’s entire supply chain. VFC’s supply chain sourced over 410 million units of apparel, footwear, and accessories in their last fiscal year.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 278

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MAY 28, 2022

In these times of global turmoil, there are five (5) important megatrends shaping supply chain innovations in the coming years, namely in e-fulfillment, sourcing, food and agriculture, labour intensive operations, and halal supply chain management. From global to local and regional sourcing. Marco Tieman – CEO, LBB International.

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ToolsGroup

JULY 24, 2019

And this low cost fostered a mentality of incremental thinking with mid-level managers focused on squeezing out 1-2% a year in cost savings through sourcing, says Pete Guarraia of Bain consultancy. . But converging costs have reduced the need for far flung supply chains in many industries. Ecommerce is also driving supply chain change.

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SCM Research

OCTOBER 28, 2013

He has set up projects such as the Waag Society’s Fablab and the Instructables restaurant (an open source restaurant). He supports open design principles.

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Enterra Insights

AUGUST 24, 2023

The Mint staff adds, “Supply chain risk is a modern day reality and can emanate from a variety of sources, ranging from natural disasters to government policies and a host of other unforeseen events.”[2] Inevitably, these will interrupt production, increase sourcing costs, and cut into corporate revenue.”[4]

Risk Management 246

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DELMIA Quintiq

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Fifteen new startups from Belgium, China, France, India, South Africa and the U.S. We shared a lot of their stories this year: including IMC Toys , Spark Racing Technology and the European Spallation Source (ESS) to mention just a few. We expanded the 3D EXPERIENCE Lab : our open innovation laboratory and accelerator program.

Supply Chain Design Software 58

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 5, 2013

Comprehensive view of source, make and deliver. Most often the focus is on transportation or logistics, but does not take into consideration the trade-offs between make, source and deliver. Focus is on make, source and deliver together. Tomorrow, I board my long flight from South Africa. Supply Chain Design.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Asda said it is experiencing “sourcing challenges” on some products that are grown in southern Spain and north Africa. Meanwhile, supplies from British farms have also been cut as many farmers have cut back on planting due to the rocketing costs of heating greenhouses.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 290

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

You won’t be able to judge the risk for contamination, nor will you be able to find the source of the contamination and where it spread to, should it be identified in your facilities or further downstream. Most recently, Nestle South Africa recalled its Kit Kat products over possible contaminants. Download Now.

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Kinaxis

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

When Hershey’s says an ingredient is sustainably sourced, it is farmed in a responsible manner so the land, people and community that produced it can continue to thrive. Wrapping it all up. Consumers’ growing expectations for companies to do the right thing , are making organizations rethink the supply chain.

Sustainability 169

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 14, 2013

Industries that have formed cross-functional leadership teams combining source, make and deliver together have made the fastest progress. I will be writing the first draft of the manuscript on my way to South Africa on May 30th. When companies look at singular metrics (labor costs or inventory), they have moved backwards.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 19, 2023

18th, 2023, Source: Marinetraffic Since mid-November multiple ships have been attacked in the Red Sea by Houthi forces in Yemen. Live map of Suez Canal and Red Sea, Dec.

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Jaggaer

JANUARY 20, 2025

Hany Mosbeh, Senior Vice President Middle East and Africa, JAGGAER , said, These figures and data underscore the surge in demand we are seeing for our products in Saudi Arabia as companies increasingly look to enhance operational efficiency through streamlining their operations.

Saudi Arabia 52

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 3, 2018

Instead of having to deal with an ineffective point-to-point communication system like EDI and the complexity of reconciling multiple data sources with multiple permission models, Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) provides a singular mechanism to securely integrate, harmonize, and synchronize data for all participants.

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

So if you’re one of those people who can absorb information more readily by reading, and have an interest in what’s happening in the world of healthcare logistics, the following transcript should be a valuable source of enlightenment for you. Putting Africa on the Supply Chain Map. Health Supply Chains Present Complex Challenges.

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DELMIA Quintiq

OCTOBER 28, 2014

With regards to handling global manufacturing operations, let’s take a look at a situation where sourcing is done, say, somewhere in China and then shipping is carried out for selling in European markets. Frank Tinschert heads the Logistics Business Unit in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) region.

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Techgistics

SEPTEMBER 3, 2016

Hard to Reach Rural Drones currently provide the most value to areas that have either poor infrastructure, such as rural Africa, or have geographic constraints, such as mountain communities that prevent efficient cargo delivery. This is all great, but not exactly life-changing.

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AIMMS

JANUARY 28, 2019

A typical question we deal with could be: “should we invest in brewing capacity in South Africa or can we postpone that investment and save costs by importing beer from the Netherlands instead?” Heineken’s brewery in Zoeterwoude, image credit: Heineken. We are the team that helps decision makers evaluate this trade-off.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JUNE 13, 2017

It brings to bear Quintiq’s world record breaking optimization techniques on the modern supply chain, enabling it to automatically consider and adapt in real time to: Multiple supply chain sourcing options in complex global networks. Transportation times and relationships between multiple plants and warehouses.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 12, 2022

As supply chain disruptions continue the procurement function should adapt to improve transparency, build collaborative relationships, and ensure sustainable sourcing practices, resulting in a stronger, more resilient supply chain with Cloud ERP for manufacturing. Strategic sourcing with Cloud ERP.

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 5, 2019

And while each market can be unique, we found a few repeating themes in our own experience and from sources including Gartner and our customers Procter and Gamble (P&G) and Cipla Medpro. Read the full Cipla Medpro case study on delivering medicines in Africa. Supply chain planning in emerging markets is different.

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Jaggaer

AUGUST 12, 2020

For the first three months after Covid-19 hit, virtually every sourcing project , in every sector , was put on hold while companies tried to assess the situation and how best to deal with the epidemic. Get the white paper on Sourcing Strategies: Why One Size Does Not Fit All , written by Michael Lamoureux of Spend Matters.

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Supply Chain Movement

JULY 10, 2014

Consumption, especially of ‘luxury’ products such as coffee, tea and chocolate, is expected to increase substantially, in particular in the emerging economies in the Far East, South America and parts of Africa. On top of that, it’s simply not considered cool to be a cocoa farmer in West Africa,” says Franka Seijbel from Amtrada.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 15, 2021

SYSPRO Africa first visited Mombasa Kenya at the main gathering in East Africa of CIOs – CIO 100. Spending and Innovation – the focus and source of funds. The post Digital transformation for Africa’s manufacturing and distribution CIO and CFO appeared first on SYSPRO Blog. Here we shared our experiences.

Manufacturing Procurement 104

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ivalua

MAY 11, 2021

Headquartered in Milan, Italy, with regional hubs in the Middle East and North Africa, the company is built on a 50-year heritage and on a track record of 300 EPC projects successfully completed in more than 30 countries worldwide. The digital transformation journey has reached the Go-Live of the Sourcing module. strategy and values.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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ivalua

MARCH 21, 2022

Audrey IZARD, Chief Purchasing Officer for Indirect Sourcing for the L’Oréal Group , will address the audience with her ESG-inspired keynote “Partnering for a More Sustainable World”. .

Vendor Strategies 130

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ivalua

JUNE 16, 2021

Organizations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) were no exception — and these companies were particularly aggressive in their response. The pandemic was a wake-up call for businesses worldwide, who struggled to overcome operational disruption — everything from the transition to remote working, to supply chain chaos.

Optimal Sourcing 130

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Demand Driven Technologies

MAY 7, 2021

They have permits of automobile manufactures and are exported to more than 70+ countries of the CIS, USA, Europe, Africa and Asia. YUKO comprises modern automotive and industrial oils, lubricants, cooling and lubricating fluids, forming fluids, service products that comply with international quality standards.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 31, 2022

The further disruption caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could cause major disruptions to the global supply chain and impact South Africa. Shorter supply chains with more local sourcing if possible are now becoming preferable because the more links in the chain, the more potential for a weak link. The supply chain of the future.

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Arena Solutions

MAY 3, 2022

DEVELOP THE RIGHT SOURCING STRATEGY. Although EVs are comprised of fewer mechanical parts as compared to traditional ICE vehicles, they incorporate highly sophisticated technology that is much more difficult to source and mass produce. Once the raw materials are sourced, the final batteries are assembled primarily in Asia.

Manufacturing Procurement 98

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QAD

AUGUST 12, 2021

Let’s cover just three areas where ERP drives greater sustainability: Responsible Sourcing – Manufacturing ERP systems support efforts to identify responsible, sustainable sources of materials. Sustainability is a topic of growing importance for customers, investors, governments and manufacturers across the globe.

Waste Reduction 98

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 21, 2020

Under apartheid, and the first few years of his life, in South Africa, his existence was literally a crime. He takes the naive reader (myself) on a wonderfully descriptive journey through the uniqueness and bizarreness of South Africa under apartheid. Source: CIPS. Source 2 Pay. But, what is Source-to-Pay?

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Supply Chain Insights

JUNE 27, 2013

Upcoming recordings will focus on a range of topics: e-procurement in Africa, e-commerce in China, serialization in pharmaceuticals, collaborative logistics in consumer products, lessons learned from forecast benchmarking, cool technologies, and insights from technology leaders on how to effectively implement supply chain planning.

Supply Chain Planning Software 110

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