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The Logistics of Logistics
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
It’s Not the Market, It’s Your Procurement with Andrew Haverkampf. Andrew Haverkampf and Joe Lynch discuss it’s not the market, it’s your procurement. Key Takeaways: It’s Not the Market, It’s Your Procurement.
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
As shippers, carriers, and logistics service providers look for ways to innovate and eliminate waste and inefficiencies from transportation management, one area that is starting to get more attention is transportation procurement.
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Logistics Bureau
AUGUST 2, 2021
On this blog and the one published by our sister company Logistics Bureau, we often receive questions relating to metrics suitable for monitoring procurement performance. 7 Procurement KPIs You Should be Using. Other Supply Chain KPIs Procurement Teams Should Track.
SIPMM Professional Publications
FEBRUARY 19, 2020
With collaborative procurement, we can find valuable partners within treasury, product development, legal, line-of-business, and suppliers, and extend the value of procurement beyond its four walls. Publication Procurement
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For supply chain and procurement pros, cost reduction is is a top priority today. This timely new paper from GEP explores powerful and effective digital levers that can help you to slash costs and create more value for the business. Read it now.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 13, 2022
There is a general consensus among shippers, carriers, and logistics service providers that the time has come to transform the transportation procurement process.
SIPMM Professional Publications
JANUARY 31, 2021
The post Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Procurement for the Hotel Industry appeared first on SIPMM | Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management. Publication ProcurementWith the 4.0 digital era industry now, digital and AI are interconnected.
SIPMM Professional Publications
APRIL 22, 2020
The post Key Focus Areas for Expediting Procurement appeared first on SIPMM | Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management. Publication ProcurementExpediting purchases in inbound logistics is normal but it is painful for many companies who use this approach.
Logistics Bureau
DECEMBER 9, 2020
For small companies, it is usually enough to have one person dealing with procurement but in large enterprises teams of people are needed, all with specific roles to play. The Finance Manager , on the other hand, controls the financial input and output of the procurement division.
SIPMM Professional Publications
APRIL 24, 2020
The procurement function in the construction industry has resisted change for many decades. The post Methodologies for Construction Procurement appeared first on SIPMM | Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management. Publication Procurement
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Low-code/no-code is a powerful innovation in software development that’s already redefining what’s possible with digital supply chain and procurement platforms. Read this whitepaper from TechTarget and GEP to see how it can benefit your enterprise.
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SIPMM Professional Publications
JULY 25, 2020
Having sustainable procurement in building industry as the acquisition of product or services which can minimize or provide positive environmental impact throughout the factoring of environmental concerns into major purchasing strategies, policies, directives and practices.
SIPMM Professional Publications
JANUARY 5, 2021
Modern procurement processes integrate several technologies to better process internal business operations. Organizations are rapidly using automated procurement management tools, whether using enterprise resource planning (ERP) or less advanced tools. Publication Procurement
SIPMM Professional Publications
APRIL 4, 2019
Sustainable procurement has been introduced to a public and private organization for decades and it has now become a “must have” key element to integrate in business strategy for company competitive advantages and sustainable development. The survey conducted by EcoVadis and HEC about the results attribute to Sustainable Procurement program showed 76% of the procurement […]. The post Key Considerations for Sustainable Procurement appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 10, 2020
Rapid advancements in digital technologies nowadays and the application of these disruptive technologies in Procurement enables strategic sourcing become more predictive, transactional procurement become more automated, and supplier relationship management become more proactive.
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The GEP Outlook 2022 report explores global business trends and features seven critical leadership themes that will help you proactively prepare for and power through the challenges ahead.
Logistics Bureau
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
The best way to understand the difference between procurement and purchasing in a business is to consider the process involved in buying a car, says Logistics Bureau’s procurement specialist, Trent Morris. Procurement First, Purchasing Follows. Getting a Job in Procurement.
Talking Logistics
JANUARY 11, 2021
Many companies are getting ready for (or perhaps have already completed) their annual transportation procurement engagement. But has the time come to transform the transportation procurement process? Read more Transportation Procurement: Finding an Alternative.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Earlier this year, in a presentation at the Manhattan Momentum Connect conference, Dr. Chris Caplice from MIT argued that “the dominant design in transportation procurement is now outdated and it’s time to transform the process.” Read more Time to Transform Transportation Procurement?
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 9, 2020
Agile Procurement is to purchase a solution according to the needs and wants of the customer (made changes throughout the process) instead of following on a product specification being established in the beginning of a project. Publication Procurement
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Today, your entire supply chain must embrace change and accelerate digitalization. When it comes to procurement, focusing on digital transformation now can dramatically reduce costs, improve visibility and insight, and give you a significant competitive advantage.
SIPMM Professional Publications
JULY 19, 2020
One of the important processes in the manufacturing plant is procurement which is also a control mechanism of the flow of materials into the from the vendor or supplier. Publication Procurement
SIPMM Professional Publications
JANUARY 20, 2021
Social and environmental factors are top priorities to be embedded into procurement and buying functions, to create a sustainable procurement strategy. The procurement strategy will strengthen partnership and facilitate smooth integration. Publication Procurement
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 11, 2020
Procurement is a purchasing process that controls quantity, quality, sourcing and timing to ensure the best possible total cost of ownership. Digital technologies are enablers and supporting procurement in this direction. […]. Publication Procurement
SIPMM Professional Publications
JULY 22, 2020
The key drivers of sustainable procurement were found to be, social and environmental factors into thought along with financial factors in making procurement decision. Publication Procurement
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SIPMM Professional Publications
FEBRUARY 15, 2020
Successful procurement strategy benefits are usually derived from adequate and efficient procurement procedures that achieve cost optimizing that meet user requirement. The post Major Pitfalls for Effective Procurement Practices appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.
SIPMM Professional Publications
AUGUST 1, 2020
The objectives of the organization must be aligned such that all functions, including procurement and supply chain can work towards the same goals of corporate sustainability and not struggle with each other. Publication Procurement
SIPMM Professional Publications
JULY 27, 2020
Supply risk has always been a major challenge in the procurement practice since centuries ago. The post Problems and Consequences of Poor Procurement appeared first on SIPMM | Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management. Publication Procurement
Fleet Owner
DECEMBER 5, 2019
There has been a great deal of talk about “procurement transformation” and not all of it has been good. Misconceptions, misperception and misinformation about procurement transformation abound.
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The GEP white paper lists 5 common mistakes that impede the success of procurement professionals. Learn from industry veteran Bill Huber about the wrong and right ways to approach a procurement mandate and why just saving money isn’t enough. Download this report now to learn how to avoid the worst procurement practices.
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 12, 2020
The post Crucial Applications for Procurement Artificial Intelligence appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE. Publication ProcurementArtificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the digital technologies progressing rapidly and is a current topic of broad interest.
SIPMM Professional Publications
JANUARY 29, 2021
Digital technologies for procurement are advancing by leaps and bounds in the age of digitalisation. The post Digital Procurement for Supplier Compliance Risk Evaluation appeared first on SIPMM | Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management. Publication Procurement
SIPMM Professional Publications
JANUARY 19, 2021
Ship management procurement prospect has changed effectively. Procurement costs can be substantial owing to the size of the business itself. The post Digital Procurement for Ship Supplies Operations appeared first on SIPMM | Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management.
Talking Logistics
JULY 14, 2021
Direct procurement departments — those responsible for purchasing materials and components for end products — are tasked with more responsibilities than ever. Read more A Strategic Approach to Direct Procurement.
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Now is the time for procurement teams to redefine themselves – from buyers to strategic partners across the supply chain. Take the first step today. Discover five tips for delivering procurement value beyond savings.
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