Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Most supply chain planning teams do not know their customers. I find that in this world of the global multi-national that procurement processes have become convoluted and increasingly complex. (In In my opinion, we have made procurement increasingly complex without adding value. In fact, the teams ignore the forecast.

Inventory Reduction 150

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

If you were tasked with procuring the best supply chain IT system, what would you look for? Think of it managing things like purchase orders, invoices, and inventory records. The New Technology Stack: Beyond ERP, APS, and SCM Todays supply chain technology landscape has moved far beyond the old ERP-APS-SCM triangle.

Supply Chain Design Software 74

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

The roles of logistics and procurement in an efficient supply chain cannot be overstated. According to Paul Myerson , reports Industry Week, up 70 percent of a company’s costs come from procurement and logistics operations. The age of technology has the potential to dramatically reduce inefficiencies in the supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 13, 2023

The Amplio solutions ensure that you have the inventory you need, when you need it, at the most optimized price so that you can focus on what matters most to you and your business. Streamline procurement. Access diverse sources of supply.

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 20, 2012

Here is the list: Supply chain technology implementations have reduced inventory. Companies should implement supply chain best practices. Companies that have focused on collaboration in the supply chain have built competitive advantage. Here they are: The Lie of Inventory Reduction.

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Supply Chain Shaman

MAY 26, 2023

My Perspective and Point of View Traditional supply chain technologies depend on relational database structures. Primed for transactional efficiency, these legacy architectures based on relational databases drive order-to-cash and procure-to-pay efficiencies. I term this our data jail. Why is this needed?

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 16, 2014

Today, nine out of ten supply chains are stuck. Despite two decades of advancement in supply chain technologies, companies are struggling to gain balance at the intersection of operating margin, inventory turns and case fulfillment. These technologies are applicable to solve many problems.

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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 inventory 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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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Never one to be satisfied with the status quo, Inna is focused on helping companies improve the application of supply chain technology to maximize customer experience and profitability. Her success as a leader both reflects and propels women’s advancement not just in supply chain, but in the professional world in general.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

The Internet of Things (IoT), comprised of physical devices equipped with remote sensors that capture and transmit large amounts of data, is already making a big impact in the supply chain industry. Inventory optimization: Coupled with demand forecasting, predictive analytics enables warehouses and DCs to optimize inventory levels.

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The Network Effect

AUGUST 25, 2014

It is increasingly common to find that the company whose brand name is on a product never actually takes inventory of the item before it is sold to a customer. “The supply network application of the ESG is thus somewhat similar to how Facebook and LinkedIn model their social networks.”

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Talking Logistics

MAY 15, 2013

Last week at the Ariba LIVE 2013 conference, I led a discussion session titled “At the Intersection of Social and Business Networks” with about fifty senior executives in supply chain and procurement. Why Ariba is looking to expand into supply chain, logistics, and inventory management.

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Procurement then pulls together a summary file with the vendors’ different scores for the supply chain decision maker to evaluate. I f you’re looking for i nventory software, a high – level capability might be: we want to manage inventory. Define inventory policies . Plan and optimize our inventory .

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 21, 2020

As an offspring of globalisation, supply chains are focused on optimisation – cost reduction, just-in-time deliveries and tight inventory-to-sales ratios. A pandemic-induced blow finally laid bare the vulnerabilities of the supply chain industry largely premised on lean production principles.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Armed with better data, companies can develop accurate supply and demand forecasting models, localise the procurement of resources and restructure contracts. As more companies prioritise these models, with enabling technologies, the supply chain becomes more sustainable.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 26, 2023

Headquartered in Fremont, CA, USA, its teams of technology engineers and supply chain specialists operate globally from 19 locations.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2016

If cost reduction is not the only thing to measuring supply chain performance, that begs the questions: "Maybe we should be measuring other Supply Chain Management activities and what would they be?". Inventory measurement is critical and it is money after all in that it took a capital expense to procure.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

We’ve seen how the lockdowns in Shanghai snarled global supply chains. In addition, retailers are struggling to move inventory initially ordered in the first quarter of 2022 to make way for back-to-school and holiday merchandise. Bottlenecks from future COVID-19 variants are possible. Weather events might also be factors.

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Hybrent

JULY 9, 2019

Hybrent’s complete supply chain suite including eProcurement, Inventory Management, Invoicing Integrations, and Reporting functions streamline the procure-to-pay process for healthcare organizations. . Many Healthcare providers lack the tools or resources to effectively manage their vendors and supply costs.

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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.

Optimal Sourcing 244

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 11, 2022

The state of supply chain tech in 2022, or supply chain technology, will be one for the record books. The traditional strategies and even some minimal e-commerce retailers faced uncertainty and a need for more technology. It offers a virtual supply chain team enabled by cloud software,” Gerald wrote.

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Ware2Go

JANUARY 10, 2022

Should you change your supply chain procurement strategy in light of continuing supply chain disruptions? Many merchants were concerned about having enough inventory to meet demand, and consumers wondered if they would be able to secure holiday gifts for loved ones. The answer to this question is complex.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 6, 2015

A recent Gartner study, conducted annually, sheds some light on what matters most to top executives in supply chain technology. Where companies focus their IT is also strategically important because IT spend translates into supply chain readiness. They pursue analytics to help find hidden data.

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Specific Business Process Support Areas This newest advanced AI technology aims to span all areas of the supply chain, to include procurement, manufacturing, maintenance, inventory management, sustainability, planning, and product lifecycle management.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2018

Inventory stockpiling is starting to occur based on prices and supply/demand curves. Businesses can track forecasts, orders, shipments and inventory levels to acquire actionable information that can improve efficiencies and create value. Growing demand for plastics and petrochemicals means refineries are running flat out.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

The Supply Chain Analytics Channel is highly detailed and will always be recommended for years to come. 3) CIPS – Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply | 16.3k Some of the interesting conversations are like: How to Prepare for Supply Chain Interview – Top Tips from Top Recruiter!

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Logility

AUGUST 4, 2023

And, while every supply chain planning vendor worth their mettle will focus on value creation and delivery (some of us actually mean it, and know how to deliver it), you don’t always have to wait for that first vendor conversation for this to happen.

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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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PINC

JULY 29, 2020

PINC’s platform is currently utilized by an array of Fortune 1000 enterprises and gives companies a cost-effective way to move inventory faster and optimize their supply chain.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 7, 2017

It’s about creating a common cross-company basis that integrates all participants on a procurement or distribution level. Digitalization along the supply chain allows for smooth interaction of all participants. Collaboration replaces bilateral business relations through cooperation between many participants within the network.

Automotive 126

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ToolsGroup

MARCH 31, 2022

As a result, our customers see us not as a vendor, but as a true partner in the management and improvement of their supply chains.” Robert Kaufholz is not just an expert in the fields of automation, machine learning, and supply chain technology; he’s an innovator. About Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Last year at the Ariba LIVE 2013 conference, I led a discussion session titled “At the Intersection of Social and Business Networks” with about fifty senior executives in supply chain and procurement. Macy’s, Inc. Additional rollout of RFID tagging in fashion categories is planned for 2015.

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Logility

MAY 16, 2023

Even more importantly, Gartner reminds us that we can “leverage strategic and emerging supply chain technologies and manage impacts to the broader business ecosystem.” We cannot repeat it often enough: supply chain solutions are no longer the exclusive domain of the supply chain organization.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

Inspired by McKinsey’s 2020 consultancy report, which emphasizes transforming supply chains rather than temporary fixes, we believe a comprehensive approach to reskilling supply chain professionals is essential to meet future demands. Establishing policies within the system ensures efficient inventory management.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 1, 2014

Examples of shared metrics include customer service levels, inventory turns, sell-through forecast accuracy, total landed cost, and overall profitability of the business. By aligning the metrics between the different supply chain stakeholders, a collaborative spirit between the teams is encouraged. Customer centricity.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 21, 2023

These insights guide businesses in forming high-performing procurement teams, thereby fostering a seamless and efficient supply chain network. Moreover, his content delves beyond procurement, unraveling the core competencies and skills essential for triumphant supply chain management.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 13, 2025

Misalignment between business functions, IT systems and trading partners further hinders collaboration in APAC supply chains. Legacy IT systems, which were not designed for real-time data sharing, force production, procurement and logistics to run on separate, disconnected systems.

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