Sourcing/Procurement/SRM

What's the Best Way to Measure A Supply Chain? At Lexmark, Cash Is King

December 1, 2005

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

The big maker of printers for consumers and business observes its 10th birthday by scrutinizing the elements of its cash-to-cash cycle.

HP Invents New Framework for Managing Supply Chain Risk

December 1, 2005

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

A serious component shortage five years ago led Hewlett-Packard to develop Procurement Risk Management, a combination of new processes and technology designed to help HP manage supply chain risk. This project was named 2005 winner of the Supply Chain Innovation Award.

ES3 Selects TMS From LeanLogistics

November 1, 2005

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Procuri Helps KLM Synergize Its Procurement Operations with Air France

October 1, 2005

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

BridgePoint Gives Better Visibility to 3rdwave Users

September 1, 2005

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Logistics Inside China: The Next Big Supply Chain Challenge

September 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

The opportunities and challenges for serving China's domestic market are enormous. The secrets to success are a reliable supply chain with trusted partners and reliable 3PLs that can navigate China's immature infrastructure and complex regulatory environment.

10 Speedbumps To Global Supply Chain Velocity-And 10 Solutions

August 1, 2005

The shift of manufacturing to China and elsewhere is lengthening supply lines and complicating the job of logistics managers. Here are some of the major problems that result-and some proposed cures.

Private-Label Supply Chains: For Retailers, The Gain Is Worth the Extra Pain

June 1, 2005

Private-branded merchandise brings higher margins and brand recognition in the competitive world of retailing. But it also calls for greater control over the supply chain.

The Logistics of Sourcing In China: Is There a Knot In the New Silk Road?

May 1, 2005

Low-cost labor is driving the stampede of manufacturers to China, but they must also consider the logistics implications of a longer supply chain and under-developed local infrastructure.

Air Products Cuts Down on Maverick Spend, and Saves Millions

February 1, 2005

Top management ought to be pleased when employees show personal initiative and think for themselves-except when it comes to choosing key suppliers.

Sourcing/Procurement/SRM

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding sourcing, procurement and supplier relationship management (SRM) and their impact on supply chain management. New technologies in sourcing and procurement are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency, cut costs and build more strategic partnerships. Learn how companies around the world are using sourcing, procurement and SRM solutions for supply chain optimization.