ivalua

MAY 11, 2021

Risk management, cost reduction and digital transformation — these are the three top priorities for procurement organisations in the Middle East today, according to a global survey conducted by Ivalua’s global partner PwC. According to Dr. El-Jawahari, procurement’s priorities have shifted in the Middle East since the pandemic’s onset.

Optimal Sourcing 130

Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics 130

ivalua

MAY 15, 2022

Part I: Bridging the Gap between Procurement and Finance. To achieve their long-term goals, they needed to bridge the gap between their procurement and finance teams. . For example, if an individual would like to open a Pizza Hut in France, they would become a franchisee of Amrest. A New Vision for Amrest. Where to begin?

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Procurement Modeling Software 130

ivalua

MAY 15, 2022

Part I: Bridging the Gap between Procurement and Finance. To achieve their long-term goals, they needed to bridge the gap between their procurement and finance teams. . For example, if an individual would like to open a Pizza Hut in France, they would become a franchisee of Amrest. A New Vision for Amrest. Where to begin?

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Procurement Analytics Procurement Modeling Software 130

ToolsGroup

JANUARY 21, 2020

ToolsGroup supply chain planning software allows Allopneus.com to improve inventory quality while reducing storage space at its national distribution center by almost 20%. Products are stored at an 84,000 sqm space in France which manages the distribution of tires across the whole of France and some neighboring countries.

Optimal Sourcing 35

Optimal Sourcing ToolsGroup Inventory Reduction Optimization Software 35

ivalua

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Premier event for Procurement & Supply Chain practitioners will showcase latest technological innovations and extensive line-up of industry leaders. The event will bring more than 700 procurement, supply chain and finance leaders together on March 18 – 20 at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris.

Washington 26

Washington Procurement France Supply Chain Software 26

ivalua

AUGUST 26, 2021

The study, conducted by Coleman Parkes Research, surveyed 300 suppliers across the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland to explore labour standards throughout the supply chain. The responsibility to tackle unethical labour practices extends to the entire supply chain, from buyers all the way to downstream suppliers.

Optimal Sourcing 100

Optimal Sourcing Procurement Supply Chain Planning Software France 100

SCM Research

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

I am happy to share the following guest post by Dexter Galvin, Head of Supply Chain, CDP. Our latest Global Supply Chain Report 2017 , written in partnership with BSR and the Carbon Trust, revealed emissions savings of 434 million tonnes disclosed by suppliers in 2016. Thank you for contributing to my blog.

Cost Reduction Strategies 110

Cost Reduction Strategies Report Global Supply Chain 110

Jaggaer

APRIL 22, 2019

Earth Day (April 22nd) is a celebration of commitment to creating a safer, healthier and cleaner world, making it a natural time to reflect on the power and value of sustainable procurement programs. Procurement at the pivot point. Clear steps to sustainable procurement. A quick look at the regulatory landscape.

Manufacturing Procurement 91

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 91

ivalua

JUNE 28, 2021

The research, conducted by Coleman Parkes, surveyed 300 suppliers across the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland, to examine supplier relationships with their buyers. The findings show late payments are having a knock-on effect across the supply chain. About the study.

Material Savings 130

Material Savings Switzerland Optimal Sourcing France 130

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

As corporations announce plans to be Net Zero across their end-to-end supply chain at some point in the future – often 2050 – they then need their suppliers to participate in helping them meet their goals. EcoVadis is a purpose driven, for profit corporation based in Paris, France.

Resource Reduction 185

Resource Reduction Material Savings Supply Chain Planning Software Procurement Analytics 185

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 29, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 10 Vital Supply Chain Lessons from the Coronavirus Pandemic! France and Germany also extended their support with the supply of emergency medical equipment. AWL excellently handled the logistics pertaining to oxygen supply chain management in the country.

India 105

India Supply Chain Saudi Arabia Portugal 105

ivalua

JUNE 29, 2022

Businesses must start looking to the supply chain to ensure this renewed focus on transparency and accountability. The new Ivalua 2021 Supplier Sustainability Report surveys suppliers across the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland, examining how collaboration can boost environmental initiatives.

Waste Reduction 130

Waste Reduction Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Planning Software Strategy 130

ivalua

MARCH 21, 2022

After a 2-year hiatus, Ivalua is thrilled to invite procurement leaders, innovators, customers, and colleagues to Ivalua NOW Paris. . This year, Ivalua welcomes our guests to the picturesque Musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac in Paris, France. Breakout : Data-Driven Procurement. Location, Location, Location.

Vendor Strategies 130

Vendor Strategies Sourcing Strategies Procurement Africa 130

ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The introduction of E-Procurement: Price and availability are not the only factors to be considered in a purchasing decision, especially now that a strong supply chain has become an unmissable element for every company in today’s business climate (Namulo, 2017).

Manufacturing Procurement 78

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills 78

ivalua

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The study also highlights that most organisations are not communicating across the supply chain to drive green initiatives. The research, conducted by Coleman Parkes, surveyed suppliers across the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland to examine how collaboration can boost environmental initiatives.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Gartner Switzerland 130

Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

Supply Chain Event 2016. Organisation: Reed Expositions France. Supply Chain Event is the cutting-edge trade event of the year, presenting new solutions and technologies to optimize operations for an audience of 3000 supply chain managers and project officers. The Supply chain never stops improving.

Supply Chain Software 60

Supply Chain Software Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain 60

Enterra Insights

JULY 4, 2018

Few people, however, think about the war for independence and the vital role played by the supply chain. Once the revolution commenced, trade and the supply chain continued to play an important role. The American Revolution left us with stories of heroism, betrayal, sacrifice, and struggle. ”[3].

Supply Chain 100

Supply Chain Washington Manufacturing Procurement Military 100

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2020

Convinced that their sizes and brands will attract suppliers anyway, they entrench themselves behind the gates of rigid procurement processes. This translates into a powerful lesson learned for Procurement: motivate your suppliers rather than merely manage them. It certainly contributes and we will dig into Urgo’s methodology.

Supplier Management 147

Supplier Management Sourcing Strategies Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Strategies 147

ivalua

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

He was appointed Purchasing Director in 2011, in charge of Bouygues Entreprises France-Europe. In 2013, he transferred to Hong Kong to lead the APAC procurement and supply chain organization for all Bouygues Construction activities in this region.

Illinois 100

Illinois France Europe Procurement 100

EcoVadis

JULY 13, 2018

No matter what industry you operate in, procurement can create immense value — in some sectors, for instance construction, as much as 80 percent of revenue goes into the supply chain. Unlike many other standards, ISO 20400 is not intended for certification, but it may lead to performance assessments.

Procurement Analytics 74

Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Sustainability 74

Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

Across twenty additional countries, Amazon’s other centers are predominantly focused on fulfillment and delivery stations while some countries, like Italy, the UK, Germany, France, Spain, Singapore, and Japan also have Prime delivery facilities. Five years of supply chain product experience and a MBA or Supply Chain Masters, is required.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 194

Logistics Network Optimization Software Data Logistics Supply Chain Planning Software 194

Talking Logistics

MAY 30, 2018

Every Friday on Talking Logistics, I share a list of supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention that week, along with some brief commentary and analysis. And just last week, the Blockchain in Supply Chain Alliance (BiSCA) was announced , with a focus on procurement, planning, warehousing, and transportation processes.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Software 100

ivalua

APRIL 7, 2022

Ivalua remains the only vendor recognized as a leader in every current Procurement report spanning S2P by Gartner and Forrester. Next, we welcomed a fascinating roundtable session featuring Thales , AXA , Accor and DECATHLON FRANCE moderated by Dr. Natacha TREHAN. Procurement Community Team Spirit: Best Advocate. Vishal Patel.

Procurement Solutions 130

Procurement Solutions Vendor Strategies Procurement Analytics Sourcing Strategies 130

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 13, 2021

Others have simply never considered the use of FTAs, either for their existing supply chains or for planning new ones, based on their assumptions that they won’t help. Decisions are taken within organisations, for example, by a procurement team, that affect ongoing compliance with FTA rules. Problems all around.

Pricing Training 245

Pricing Training Negotiating Skills Purchasing Training Optimal Sourcing 245

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Check out What is Virtual Procurement and Why Should You Care? Where is procurement, outsourcing, sourcing, supply chain, and purchasing going? Secondarily, we will include information from other procurement professionals and procurement firms about their experiences, what they forecast, and what they are seeing.

Manufacturing Procurement 63

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Procurement Analytics 63

Jaggaer

JUNE 28, 2024

In the first we looked at what supply chain managers can manage and influence , and what they can’t, and what action they should take. In the second half of our recent webinar Iain Prince, Operational Transformation & Supply Chain Partner at KPMG, asked a series of provocative rhetorical questions.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Software 52

EcoVadis

MAY 9, 2018

Sustainable public procurement can also be beneficial from the economic perspective: It can generate income, reduce costs and promote innovation among domestic producers. National Procurement Standards. The commitment to sustainable procurement extends to ensuring suppliers follow sustainable practices. In the U.K.

Manufacturing Procurement 60

Manufacturing Procurement Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing 60

ivalua

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The study also highlights that most organisations are not communicating across the supply chain to drive green initiatives. The research, conducted by Coleman Parkes, surveyed suppliers across the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland to examine how collaboration can boost environmental initiatives.

Supply Chain Planning Software 100

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Gartner Switzerland 100

EcoVadis

DECEMBER 29, 2016

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) reporting is mandatory in France for publicly listed and non-listed companies with at least 500 employees and a minimum of 100 million Euros turnover. With the new modification, French government has taken an important first step toward supply chain emissions reporting.

Report 67

Report Company France Supply Chain 67

Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

For the past years Simonetta has been with Honeywell Transportation Systems, based in Rolle, Switzerland, as Head of Supply Chain then Vice-President of Operations. We aim to provide our customers with world class delivery service, reduce our costs and use our supply chain as showcase for sustainable manufacturing”

Manufacturing Procurement 60

Manufacturing Procurement Denmark Cost Reduction Strategies France 60

Resilinc

MAY 3, 2022

According to the Department of Defense’s recently issued action plan to secure defense-critical supply chains, American aerospace companies use an average of 200 first tier suppliers and more than 12,000 second- and third-tier suppliers. This has long been a priority for the DOD, and entities in the U.S.

Aerospace 62

Aerospace Security Negotiating Skills Manufacturing Procurement 62

EcoVadis

MARCH 16, 2018

With over 400 procurement and sustainability directors and executives from large multinationals in the EcoVadis network you will make amazing connections. When it comes to innovation and shaping the future of sustainable supply chains, this is the place. Networking. Reaching Beyond. Being in the Know.

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Material Savings France Procurement 72

NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 27, 2015

My most recent book co-authored with Gerard Chick, the Procurement Value Proposition , has received some nice accolades recently. The book was listed by Peter Smith of the site Spend Matters on the “ Christmas Books for Procurement People “, based on Smith’s earlier review appearing back in May.

Procurement Analytics 40

Procurement Analytics Procurement France Analytics 40

DynaSys

OCTOBER 12, 2021

With its 6 facilities in France (Semur-en-Auxois, Saulieu, Montmirail, Macon, Bapaume and Arras), Maroquinerie Thomas has found the way of combining traditional knowhow with an industrial organization to ensure optimal customer satisfaction. A lack of flexibility that endangered the supply chain process.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 52

Supply Chain Movement

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

He predicted that Brexit will spell disaster for supply chains. To illustrate his point, he used the example of a purchaser at an Italian company that mainly sources semi-finished products from France. The supply chain in this real-life example crosses the UK border twice. martijn.lofvers@supplychainmedia.nl.

Gartner 68

Gartner New Zealand Spain Sourcing Strategies 68

DynaSys

MARCH 19, 2019

During the last few years the rhythm of the digital transformation has increased and it impacts greatly upon the Supply Chain world. Inevitably, the need for Supply Chain players to transform and stay abreast of technology evolutions has consequences on the transformation of in-house practices.

Buyer Training 74

Buyer Training Supply Chain Skills Supply Chain Software Supply and Demand 74

Logistics Bureau

MARCH 3, 2020

Containers are piling up in ports, international shipping has been hammered, Western companies are battling to source products from traditional suppliers, and disruptions are being experienced throughout the global supply chain. COVID-19 Impact on Procurement. COVID-19 Impact on Shipping. Other Industries.

Manufacturing Procurement 59

Manufacturing Procurement Global Supply Chain Software Supply Chain 59