Procurement Strategy

The Rebound Podcast: Sourcing strategies for a post-pandemic world

Saturday, December 17, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock On this episode of The Rebound, Sonoco’s Skyler Covington discusses the intersection of planning, procurement, S&OP and the supply base.

The past is NOT prologue

Monday, December 12, 2022 · Charles Edwards There is an overwhelming need to implement new business models in the worldwide air cargo logistics industry.

ALOM to manage Tivic Health product supply chain

Tuesday, December 6, 2022 · SCMR Staff Major benefits expected to be cost reductions and improved scalability.

Global survey shows procurement under pressure

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 · SCMR Staff More than 80% of procurement teams expected by executives to respond more quickly and effectively to supply chain challenges.

The era of scarcity will shape the future of procurement

Thursday, October 13, 2022 · Bob Trebilcock A conversation with Len DeCandia, Former Global CPO J&J

ASEAN nations are great options for resilience

Monday, October 10, 2022 · James A. Tompkins It has become clear that traditional, low-cost, single sourcing adds minimal resilience to supply chain operations which brings us to the ASEAN countries.

Reducing supply chain disruption gets special attention

Thursday, September 15, 2022 · SCMR Staff A survey of procurement decision-makers shows companies are investing in new strategies to minimize the frequency and impact of disruptions.

Double trouble: Inflation and supply shortages

Thursday, September 1, 2022 · Karen Stansfield and Tony Cape Strategic procurement can help by focusing internal and external stakeholders on transparency, sourcing strategies and seamless execution.

Strategic supply management powers companies through historic crises

Wednesday, July 20, 2022 · SCMR Staff Kearney’s survey found those companies are just six percent of respondents to this 30th annual report.

Managing supply chain disruptions: U.S., U.K. manufacturers accelerate procurement

Tuesday, July 12, 2022 · SCMR Staff Study finds 97% of procurement leaders see significant disruption in direct materials supply chain; 67% not confident in existing technology; 84% consider modernization a strategic priority.

How to Drive Operational Efficiency: Key Pandemic Takeaways for Procurement Executives

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 · Kim Cullen The pandemic has revealed the fundamental importance of resiliency in supply chain and procurement. It has become clear that no organization can reliably move forward without investing in the durability and flexibility of supply chain in order to both mitigate risk and meet…

2021 Amazon Business B2B E-commerce in Evolution Report on E- Procurement

Thursday, June 17, 2021 · Patrick Burnson Amazon Business recently released the first 2021 B2B E-commerce in Evolution Report, which shares B2B trends and new insights from U.S. procurement professionals across industries and organizations of every size.

Supply Management’s “We Can Do It” Attitude

Tuesday, April 6, 2021 · Lisa Romango As we move forward to face new challenges and opportunities, procurement organizations, executives, and professionals will be called upon to demonstrate continued resilience and adaptability in meeting evolving demands … “how to take it."

Capgemini’s Report Highlights Top Digital Features Driving Procurement

Wednesday, March 17, 2021 · Patrick Burnson Capgemini's new report highlights the top digital features and experiences that drive procurement officers to trust or remain loyal to a supplier, and which that would make them less likely to return.

Optimizing Inbound Supply for Life Science and CPG Companies

Wednesday, August 26, 2020 · SCMR Staff Learn how to mitigate the risks in your critical inbound supply of direct materials, and apply real-time prescriptive analytics to optimize decision making, increase resilience, and unlock enormous business value for all parties.