Supply Chain View from the Field

AUGUST 8, 2013

Although strategic sourcing capabilities are well established in industries ranging from automotive to electronics, they are still in the formative stages in the biotechnology sector. In addition, much of the power in decision-making lies in the hands of clinical trials scientists, who often have power over procurement decisions.

Manufacturing Procurement 68

Manufacturing Procurement Pharmaceutical Biotech Sourcing Strategies 68

MIT Supply Chain

JULY 13, 2022

At the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in May 2022 in Davos, Switzerland?—?perhaps Responding to criticism that certain countries derive a cost advantage from lax environmental and labor laws, some companies are trying to limit their procurement spending and operations in countries with stringent laws. if not impossible?—?to

Global 98

Global Price Reduction Switzerland Manufacturing Procurement 98

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 25, 2023

The Annual World Economic Forum held in Davos, Switzerland last week once again brought together the termed “ elite ” of senior business, banking and economic leaders, and of course, the billionaire class. This was the first time in two years that this conference could be held in person. We will have to show our productivity gains.”

Sourcing Strategies 52

Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Software 52

NC State SCRC

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

In his current role, he is accountable for several strategic functions, including corporate engineering; capital and infrastructure strategy; corporate real estate; risk management; operations research and global procurement. Number 1 : I was and remain naturally curious – about the industry, emerging trends and sources of value.

Pharmaceutical 52

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Design Software Sustainability Supply Chain Design 52

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

Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 7, 2015

Over the course of the last week, I had a Linkedin comment from Dubai, questions from a team from the Philippines, and an inquiry from Switzerland. Tomorrow, I have a call with a manufacturing company to answer the question, “ What is the most important concept in the book?” ” I love the challenge. I have three.

Metrics 150

Metrics Agile and Lean Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Modeling 150

Enterra Insights

MAY 31, 2019

” We know that data helps retailers and manufacturers learn more about us as consumers; but, we often forget that data also allows consumers to learn more about the products being offered to them. He insists consumers are also increasingly relying on recommendations from trusted sources such as friends and other influencers.

Price Reduction 100

Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies Sourcing Strategies Omnichannel 100

Supply Chain Movement

AUGUST 14, 2014

In this edition: Marion Kohlmeier, Head of supply chain planning and project purchasing at Weidmann Plastics Technology. Weidmann Plastics Technology is part of the Techniplas Group and I am responsible for three teams: Logistics planning; pre-series scheduling; and project purchasing. The third team is project purchasing.

Negotiating Skills 87

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Purchasing Skills Supply Chain Planning Software 87

Precoro

AUGUST 2, 2021

Founded by silk manufacturers in Zurich in 1846 , TESTEX is now a global organization operating 25+ branches with over 350 employees worldwide. Fabienne Bouffé, Digital Project Manager at TESTEX In this study, you’ll find out how and why Fabienne’s team has chosen Precoro as a solution for procurement process automation.

Procurement Solutions 58

Procurement Solutions Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Eliminating Excel in Purchasing 58

Unleashed

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Continuous production is a manufacturing method that involves an uninterrupted flow in the manufacturing line and a consistent delivery of goods. It’s a strategy best suited for manufacturing businesses seeking an efficient way to produce a large volume of products. It allows manufacturers to achieve longer production runs.

Examples 52

Examples Manufacturing Procurement Resource Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 27, 2019

Unlike a lot of the old school Procurement managers who tried to rule with an iron fist Ron approached his job, and people, in a much different way. It will ensure profitability of the manufacturing plant, eliminate waste and enhance profitability. I solve problems and believe me there are no shortage of those in manufacturing.

Continuous Improvement 8

Continuous Improvement Optimal Sourcing Manufacturing Procurement Waste Reduction 8

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Over time, I watched the scope change from a broad view of designing processes from the customer’s customer to the supplier’s supplier to a more narrow view of distribution, logistics, or procurement to improve functional metrics. Each manufacturer can sign up two business leaders.

Cost Reduction Strategies 368

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Mitigation Strategies Supply Chain Strategy Supply Chain Design Software 368

Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 13, 2021

How do we drive bi-directional orchestration across source, make and deliver? And, in the strategy documents that I review, most manufacturing teams are rebranding historical work as digital. Each manufacturer can sign up two business leaders. I could go on and on, but there are no good answers in the industry.

Sourcing Strategies 195

Sourcing Strategies Cost Reduction Strategies Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 195