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What is Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and How to Calculate it?

SCMDOJO

Introduction Gardner, (1954) and Huntzinger, (2007) define Purchase price variance (PPV) as a metric used to measure the effectiveness of cost-saving efforts by calculating the difference between the planned cost (standard pricing) allocated for purchasing activities and the actual cost incurred.

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7 Strategic Performance Business Practices with 3PL KPIs and 4 KPI Problems to Solve

GlobalTranz

We continue our series on understanding the 3PL KPIs (Key performance indicators) from 3PL consultant, Chuck Intrieri of The Lean Supply Chain as it relates to the engagement with a 3PL. We began our series first writing about the 9 key broad and somewhat soft topics to understand in effective KPI Management. What is lacking?

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6 KPIs That Influence Inventory Optimization

Silvon Software

This KPI is especially valuable in retail, eCommerce, and B2B distribution. This KPI is super important because it directly shows how efficiently a company manages its stock, particularly when highlighted alongside Average Time to Sell and Days On-Hand as shown in the screenshot above. Why is Average Time to Sell important?

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Reducing Cost Per Delivery: and Interview with FarEye

Logistics Viewpoints

Reducing Cost per Delivery Reducing cost per delivery is a critical KPI for companies. Research has shown that about 90 percent of online users want to know what the return policy is before they make a purchase, making a customer-centric return policy important. Here are the key points from our discussion.

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Essential Supply Chain KPIs to Track for Enhanced Decision Making

SCMDOJO

Identify Bottlenecks & Opportunities: Quickly spot areas that are underperforming and need attention or areas where you’re excelling. Control Costs: Track value beyond just the purchase price and manage inventory effectively. Download your Excel Scorecard Template now! Our course breaks down TCO/TCS.

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5 Reasons why eAuctions Drive Better Savings

SCMDOJO

eAuctions are online real-time dynamic discussions between one purchasing organization and a group of pre-qualified vendors competing for the purchaser’s trade. eAuctions technology can reduce the cost of purchasing products and services by up to 20%. It’s time for the Auctioneer to take the stage!

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Patterson Pope’s 5 KPIs for Managing a Warehouse

The Logistics of Logistics

Inventory tracking software is an excellent way to keep a close eye on inventory and measure it as a KPI. To meet your KPI goal, do periodic inventory audits to see how they measure against routine tracking. Similarly, storage itself is an important KPI for improving warehouse management practices. Employee Turnover.