IBM Services

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

For sourcing teams, that means pivoting their mindset around selecting suppliers from a tactical, lowest-cost-above-all approach to a strategic one. Where tactical sourcing is a short-term strategy, strategic sourcing is for long-term business goals.

Strategic Sourcing 84

Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Supply Chain Management Inventory Management 84

SIG Speaks

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

First, I could utilize cost models to target process areas that need improvement. Once an area with high costs is identified, I can work on finding ways to optimize processes and reduce costs. I would consider my company an advanced procurement organization.

Supply Chain Management 40

Supply Chain Management Sourcing Strategic Sourcing Risk Management 40

Planergy Software

MAY 5, 2022

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. How Strategic Procurement Can Give You a Competitive Advantage. Procurement Strategic Sourcing. Easier to Mitigate Supply Risk Supplier risk management is crucial for any organization.

Strategic Sourcing 59

Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Reduced Costs Supply Chain Management 59

Obobo

MARCH 23, 2023

For companies looking to reduce costs, procurement is often one of the first places they look. Cost reduction during procurement processes can be accomplished through various strategies that range from the short-term to medium and long-term goals. Short-term Cost Reduction Strategies Short-term Cost Reduction Strategies: 1.

Reduced Costs 52

Reduced Costs Inventory Management Automation Sourcing 52

Planergy Software

MARCH 24, 2022

Create and Maintain a Supplier Database It’s crucial to own a detailed and current supplier database as this will help in planning, reducing costs, choosing new vendors, and promoting strong supplier relationships. It also involves risk management, supplier relationship management (SRM), and contract management.

Management 52

Management Insurance Supply Chain Management Right-Sizing 52