Management

Cost Management vs Cost Leadership

Monday, June 19, 2017 · Robert A Rudzki
You won't become the leader in your industry by imitating your competitors

Place Your Bets: Winning in the Transaction Economy

Monday, June 12, 2017 · Michael Gravier
It's tempting as a supply chain manager to buy into the “on-demand” economy with dynamic warehousing or freight services, paying only for the capacity that you use, and only when you need it. But there are hidden dangers.

CIOs Juggle Dual Roles in Digital Spotlight

Tuesday, May 30, 2017 · Mark Humphlett
As manufacturers move from the research to adoption phase of digitization programs, the need for organizational leadership is becoming increasingly clear. A visionary leader is critical.

AWESOME’s Fifth Anniversary Symposium Salutes Two Supply Chain Leaders

Thursday, May 4, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
AWESOME (Achieving Women's Excellence in Supply Chain Operations, Management and Education) has presented the AWESOME Legendary Leadership (ALL) Award to two highly accomplished supply chain leaders

Supply Chain Management is Entering Its Era of Greatest Growth

Wednesday, May 3, 2017 · Michael Gravier
There has been much written and said about where supply chain is headed with the advent and proliferation of new technologies and systems. I believe that supply chain management is just entering its era of greatest growth and contribution to society

Supply Chain Industry Trends and Priorities for 2017 Revealed in ERP Survey

Wednesday, April 26, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
Having just announced the release of S2K 6.0, the latest version of its flagship ERP enterprise suite, VAI is using the survey as an opportunity to gather and share end-user insight into the industry.

IOT Readiness Remains a Challenge For Many Industrial Supply Chains

Tuesday, April 18, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
A majority of executives at large global companies expect the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) to significantly impact business performance and competitiveness over the next three years, according to a new study just released by the Business Performance Innovation (BPI)…

You’re Ruining Your Best Leaders

Monday, April 17, 2017 · Michael Gravier
Research indicates that supply chain managers collaborate for collaboration's sake, and that companies have no common understanding of each other's roles when it comes to solving problems and collaborating effectively.

Procurement Transformation: Which Path Are You Traveling?

Thursday, April 13, 2017 · Robert A Rudzki
With all of the hype regarding the promises of the latest technology, now seems to be a good moment to dust off one of my favorite blogs from the past. If it can save just one CPO their sanity, and their job, it will be worth it.

Procurement Continues to Struggle With “Innovation,” says New Study

Wednesday, April 12, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
According to research from APS Group, only 1 in 20 procurement professionals prioritizes innovation when selecting a supplier.

It’s Not What Keeps Us Up At Night, But What Should Keep Us Up At Night.”

Monday, April 10, 2017 · Rosemary Coates
To stay ahead of the competition, optimize our networks and deal with a dynamic logistics environment, we have to be alert and nimble. We need to look for the short-term transient advantages.

Globalization vs. Protectionism – A Need for Supply Chain Resiliency

Monday, March 27, 2017 · Dave Kipe
The last decade has been a march towards globalization, but recent political and economic events have created a backlash and stirred the debate; globalization vs. protectionism

Procurement Transformation: How Fast (if you want it to last)?

Friday, March 17, 2017 · Robert A Rudzki
Without a comprehensive roadmap, genuine procurement transformation is probably not achievable in any reasonable amount of time.

Hackett Group Research Points to Significant Talent and Strategy Gaps in Procurement

Friday, March 17, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
While supply chain managers and procurement leaders are well aware of the potentially dramatic impact of digital transformation on their operations, new research from The Hackett Group, Inc. reveals that few feel they have the necessary strategy, talent and competencies in…

EY and Forbes Study Stresses Power of Supply Chain Analytics

Monday, February 27, 2017 · Patrick Burnson
Nearly two-thirds of companies with well-established advanced analytics strategies report operating margins and revenues of 15% or more, according to a report developed by Forbes Insights, in collaboration with EY
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