QAD

MARCH 31, 2020

It’s a niche industry, but also one of the cornerstones of discrete parts manufacturing. They’re complex machines assembled from thousands of parts, many purchased from highly specialized manufacturers. Inevitably, the procurement process is complex and challenging to manage. Procurement System Improvement Goals.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

In the spring of 2022, Asia/US ocean container rates resumed pre-pandemic levels and congestion eased in November 2022 into California ports. In the face of variability, this is two-to-six weeks too long to make allocation or procurement decisions. Yes, we have achieved greater normalcy in transportation. Shift in cycles.

Supply Chain Planning Software 390

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

Category management is a procurement strategy that involves grouping similar products or services together into categories and managing them as a single unit. This approach can help organizations streamline their procurement processes, negotiate better deals with suppliers, and ultimately save money.

Procurement Solutions 108

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Jaggaer

MAY 16, 2024

With deep expertise in developing agile strategies and solutions in response to changing objectives and priorities, BearingPoint’s Sourcing & Procurement team supported the client in defining the procurement and supplier quality digitization path to streamline and innovate supplier management processes.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned procurement professional or just stepping into the world of sourcing and acquisitions, understanding the nuances of procurement synonyms can make all the difference. So, get ready to elevate your communication skills and gain a deeper understanding of the procurement domain.

Negotiating Skills 105

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SCMDOJO

JULY 18, 2023

Contract management plays a crucial role in the procurement process, as it helps ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and optimize supplier relationships. By effectively managing contracts, organizations can maximize the value of their procurement activities and minimize potential issues.

Optimal Sourcing 98

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 29, 2024

Technology is becoming a major focus for Asian manufacturers. Many governments are incentivising companies to invest in new manufacturing technologies, and the manufacturing sector in Asia has undergone significant change in recent years. Significant trends are emerging that manufacturers should be watching.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Advanced planning evolved with a focus on modeling manufacturing constraints. Initially, the output was published to procurement to design strategic buying strategies. Procurement became an island–isolated from the demand signal except for MRP. Procurement: Purchase price variance and procurement cost.

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 7, 2022

Experiencing the negative effects of overextended supply chains and lean manufacturing, merchants are looking to forge a balance between JIT and JIC purchasing models that reduces risk and maintains profit margins. What is just-in-time procurement? What is just-in-case procurement? What Are the Pros and Cons of JIC Procurement?

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Jaggaer

AUGUST 18, 2020

From early on in the Covid-19 pandemic , and for pretty obvious reasons , procurement in healthcare and pharmaceuticals has been in the spotlight like never before. They are advised to c arry out a thorough risk assessment and adjust their supply chain management risk operating model and procurement strategy.

Pharmaceutical 98

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 2, 2024

Global Manufacturing Output Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted by the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® reportedly slightly declined in June with output and new orders indices on the rise. In the latter category, subdued market conditions were cited as an underlying factor in manufacturers’ business optimism.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Industrial Machinery and Equipment market (IM&E) in Asia is extremely competitive and fast-paced. Companies in this market produce the machines used by other manufacturers. Because of the dynamic market they operate in, IM&E manufacturers are seeking to balance productivity and efficiency with responsiveness and agility.

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Jaggaer

JULY 10, 2024

The partnership brings together the unparalleled expertise of BearingPoint in system integration with JAGGAER solutions for AI-enabled procurement, supplier collaboration, and sustainable business as JAGGAER extends its presence in the APAC region.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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Oracle SCM

MARCH 3, 2020

Procurement professionals are now playing an increasingly strategic role within their organizations. Procurement of raw materials and components that go into the manufacturing process is essential to ensure final product quality and strong financial performance. The new procurement professional needs a broad set of skills.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 29, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog highlights this week’s announcement from athletic footwear designer and manufacturer New Balance of the grand opening of this company’s fifth production facility in North America. In a published Supply Chain Matters at the time , we pointed out that despite knowledge that manufacturing shoes in the U.S.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 19, 2022

There’s no doubt that the pandemic, with its harsh lockdowns and impact on economies worldwide, has played a dramatic role in the supply chain disruptions being experienced by manufacturers. These issues are being faced by manufacturers across the board with no simple solution in sight. Align your business and supply chain strategies.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Breaking Boundaries: Exploring Generative AI’s Impact on Supply Chains Supply chains encompass many interconnected activities, from procurement, production, and inventory management, to logistics and distribution. These activities involve numerous stakeholders, such as suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Our featured guest is Graham Scott, Vice President of Global Procurement for global based manufacturing services provider Jabil. He has amassed over 25 years of experience and insights in the EMS industry and in global manufacturing trends and capabilities. He has lived and held leadership roles in Europe , Asia and the U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 5, 2024

Global Manufacturing Output Levels Strengthen Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI® ended March on an optimistic footing. Of further significance was the March report indication that the rate of growth in global manufacturing output has accelerated to a 21-month high.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 2, 2023

Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® , compiled by S&P Global in association with ISM and IFPSM , halted a consecutive five-months of contraction levels to that of no-change. The S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI® had a February value of 47.3,

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

VF had committed itself to largely selling goods to consumers in the same region they are manufactured in. In Asia, Vietnam and Bangladesh are more important sourcing locations. Much of the world’s fabric is produced in Asia, for example. BOMs are critical for sourcing and manufacturing. But it affected VF less than many.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2015

In the last decade, many companies, especially those with manufacturing operations, have evolved direct materials sourcing from an administrative function to a strategic procurement process. As a strategic process, transportation procurement may still seem very tedious and challenging.

Negotiating Skills 100

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 31, 2022

Overall lead times from North America to Asia took 17 days longer than from Asia to North America, or 25% longer. The Chief Financial Officer gained more presence with procurement and IT reporting to finance. Manufacturing equipment lead times were 19 months. Source E2open Shipping Index). Focus on Cost.

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Precoro

MARCH 31, 2023

March 21 was the second annual iteration of World Sustainable Procurement Day , an online event organized by the Sustainable Procurement Pledge team, SPP Chapters, SPP Champions, and partners to raise awareness about the importance of ethical procurement and to share the best sustainability practices with organizations worldwide.

Optimal Sourcing 52

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 19, 2022

In extreme cases, firms simply state that a product comes from one country when, in actual fact, it was manufactured in a country that is impacted by the higher tariff being imposed. Alternatively, you may want to relocate – totally or in part – where your product is manufactured. This practice is illegal. Free trade agreements (FTAs).

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

by Martin You – Sales Director for Asia Pacific at E2open. More specifically, it took 83 days for container transport from Europe to Asia, and 88 days from North America to Asia. Martin You – Sales Director for Asia Pacific at E2open. Driving Sustainable Growth Through Supply Chain Resilience.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Overall lead times from North America to Asia took 17 days longer than from Asia to North America, or 25% longer. The Chief Financial Officer gained more presence with procurement and IT reporting to finance. Manufacturing equipment lead times were 19 months. Source E2open Shipping Index). Focus on Cost.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JUNE 30, 2022

As part of LogiSYM Asia Pacific 2022, we had the opportunity to chat with Vittorio Favati, Chief Executive Officer – TVS Supply Chain Solutions GFS. The experience stems from the ground up as an operator, then assuming global roles spanning Asia, Europe, and North America and the journey has been incredibly exciting and fulfilling.

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 7, 2022

Recent supply chain disruptions , including images of cargo ships stuck off the West Coast , have led eCommerce shops to rethink their just-in-time and just-in-case procurement strategies. As a result, procurement must decide when and whether to rely on just-in-time or just-in-case models for purchasing and managing stock.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Make vs Buy Analysis evaluates whether to manufacture a product in-house or purchase it from suppliers. This process considers operational factors such as cost efficiency, production capacity, and strategic alignment, making it highly relevant in sectors like manufacturing, retail, automotive, and technology.

Optimal Sourcing 97

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EC Sourcing Group

DECEMBER 17, 2018

If you sell a premium product, manufacturing quality issues can kill your image and your bottom line. The manufacturer made several attempts to rectify the issues but were unsuccessful. Here is a brief overview of what they did: They scoured the US, Europe and Asia for suitable bottle manufacturers.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Where usually all beer manufactured in Singapore is made using imported raw materials, this model of brewing would completely eliminate that need for beer making imports. Linking manufacturers and other industries together into a circular economy ecosystem is still a struggle in this digitally connected time.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Sustainability is definitely coming of age in Asia. In fact, IDC predicts that manufacturers across Asia who digitally transform and accelerate sustainable innovation to improve supply chain operations, will increase their revenue by 20 percent in 2025. Making Asia a Leader – One Green Initiative at a Time.

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QAD

AUGUST 16, 2022

Unpredictability is undoubtedly the major issue manufacturers face when dealing with fragmented supply chains. As the supply chain breaks, manufacturers must find new suppliers and new transport routes and find them rapidly, so that production doesn’t come to a halt. So, how can manufacturers respond to these challenges?

Optimal Sourcing 98

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software 98

SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

SCaaS will guide companies to achieve strategic value by improving Manufacturing as a Service, Fulfillment as a Service, and Warehousing as a Service. Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) is a new approach to managing the complex process of getting products from manufacturers to consumers.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Muslim (majority) countries in Asia (such as Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia) and several countries in the Middle East are moving to stage 3: the halal supply chain. Muslim (majority) countries in particular in Asia and the Middle East are further strengthening their halal ecosystems through regulations in the coming years.

Pharmaceutical 237

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 4, 2023

Global Manufacturing Activity Levels Global manufacturing activity as reported by the J.P. Morgan Manufacturing PMI® , compiled by S&P Global in association with ISM and IFPSM , provided a banner headline of global manufacturing output showing signs of stabilizing at the conclusion of Q1. That stated, the reported 49.6

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