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How to Manage Supplier Risk and Performance in an Uncertain Global Economy

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Most companies recognize that good supplier relationships are more than simply arm’s length transactions between opposing parties. When suppliers are treated as partners, they can be a huge asset in times of trouble. Ivalua Supplier Risk and Performance Management Checklist.

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Portugal's plan for mandatory green public procurement (III - food procurement)

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In a nutshell, the government will ban significant parts of the food distribution network within the EU from participating in food procurement in Portugal and thus tilt the market in favour of suppliers and distributors closer to the customer. Where will they source the food that also is mandatory to be in season?

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ERP vs. Best-in-Class — What is Best for Managing the Healthcare Supply Chain

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They may not consider potential issues of integrations, supplier onboarding, supply chain data management, change management and system optimization, all of which add to complexity and costs. ERPs tend to be built for the back office, so they lack the consumer-like user experience that leads to high user adoption among suppliers.

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New Inventory Visibility and Collaboration Capabilities Enhance Ivalua’s Procure-to-Pay Solution

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The solution streamlines and automates the management of inventory levels, the stock replenishment process and collaboration with suppliers for Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), addressing both indirect spend and direct materials needs. warehouse, plant, stockroom). The ability to easily allocate stock to relevant storage locations (i.e.

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Part II: Bridging the Gap between Procurement and Finance. A New Vision for Amrest

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By bridging the gaps, Amrest could even start the tendering process earlier with a wider range of suppliers. Suppliers can support company growth as part of the Amrest procurement journey. The level of supplier involvement depends on the category of spend. Engaging strategic suppliers in the process can help mitigate risks.

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Navigating Current Supply Chain Challenges—The NITAAC Promise to Our Federal Partners - An open letter from the NITAAC Acting Director

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Dear Federal Partners, Information technology manufacturers and suppliers across the country are struggling with significant supply chain disruptions that are impacting their ability to meet customer and market demands. According to a recent article from Forbes, there is “no end in sight for the COVID-led global supply chain disruption.”

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Saving the planet through procurement: Governments are identifying ways to use purchasing to achieve and support sustainability goals

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BU arranges for suppliers to take back equipment that has reached the end of its useful life, minimizing waste to the landfill. Therefore, relying on suppliers as partners in sustainability education is key. Follow equipment maintenance schedules. Minimize packaging and materials. 2024 issue of Government Procurement.