Supply chain planning and execution
Supply chain planning aims to predict future requirements, while supply chain execution -- areas such as order fulfilment, procurement, warehousing and transporting -- seeks to deliver product where it needs to go and in the right amount. Balancing supply and demand with the right supply chain management strategy and software is no easy feat. This resource provides articles, case studies, best practices and expert advice on achieving a competitive edge with supply chain planning systems and supply chain execution systems in a business landscape filled with risk and disruption.
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Supply chain planning and execution News
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April 10, 2019
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Apr'19
RapidRatings adds supplier risk management options to SAP Ariba
RapidRatings' financial analysis data can now be integrated directly into SAP Ariba, providing customers with financial health information from one source.
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April 03, 2019
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Apr'19
SAP pushes intelligent spend with its Ariba-Fieldglass integration
At SAP Ariba Live, the company announced SAP Ariba and SAP Fieldglass will no longer operate as separate entities. Instead, they'll be integrated to support intelligent spend management.
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March 12, 2018
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Mar'18
SAP Ariba Live focuses on procurement for purpose
SAP Ariba Live 2018 focused on the idea that businesses can use procurement technology to do good in the world; for example, by using supply chains to expose forced child labor.
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November 13, 2017
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Nov'17
Procurement transformation a main focus at CPO Rising Summit
At the CPO Rising Summit, procurement experts discussed how procurement and supply chain will involve technologies like blockchain and AI, but some are skeptical this will happen soon.
Supply chain planning and execution Get Started
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7 supply chain management key terms you need to know
Consumers are demanding greater visibility, but how do you give it them? We're starting with a list of supply chain management basic terms that you should be aware of. Continue Reading
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supply chain planning (SCP)
Supply chain planning (SCP) is the component of supply chain management (SCM) involved with predicting future requirements to balance supply and demand. Continue Reading
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supply chain sustainability (SCS)
Supply chain sustainability (SCS) is a holistic view of supply chain processes, logistics and technologies that addresses the environmental, social, economic and legal aspects of a supply chain's components. Continue Reading
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Test your knowledge of supply chain management basics and key terms
To gain a better understanding of supply chain management, take this 13-question quiz and ensure you have a firm grasp of the key terms and processes it encompasses. Continue Reading
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What are the benefits of machine learning in supply chain optimization?
Machine learning is being used to improve a wide array of business processes, including supply chain management functions. Here's a look at three areas it's helping the most. Continue Reading
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Can low-code development benefit supply chain management?
The low-code/no-code movement is exploding as it puts app development into the hands of business users. One possibly overlooked area for this technology is the supply chain. Continue Reading
Manage Supply chain planning and execution
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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The essential guide to supply chain management best practices
In a volatile landscape, where customer expectations and supply chain complexity are growing by the day, you can't afford to bring anything but your A-game. This guide shows you how. Continue Reading
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How data staging helped Walgreens transform its supply chain
Walgreens built a centralized data warehouse to give supply chain partners a better view into its data -- but analytics were slow. That's where a data staging tier came in. Continue Reading
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Which order management system features can improve customer service?
Great order management provides insight that shipping, production, marketing and other functions need to gain a competitive edge and keep customers happy. Here's what to know. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Supply chain planning and execution Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Verizon works to integrate its supply chain management system
Verizon chief procurement officer John Vazquez explains why the company is integrating several SAP systems to help manage more than $80 billion in annual spend. Continue Reading
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How can distributors create an omnichannel supply chain?
Manufacturers need to be aware of the impact of omnichannel on their operations so they can determine what additional functions they'll need in three specific areas. Continue Reading
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How do e-commerce returns affect reverse logistics management?
Customers expect to return purchases, which means you need to be proactive in your approach to reverse logistics. Here are some things to think about. Continue Reading