Author: John Dickey

Blog, Sourcing, Supply Chain Management

Why do I need another system for Sourcing, why don’t I just use my ERP?

Why not ERP? Many companies look to their ERP system and the procurement tools it provides to identify supplier sources for materials and services required in the cost estimation process. […]

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Are you Relying on Guesswork to Calculate Landed Costs?

Distributors are in a jam. Freight costs are skyrocketing across the board, some have reported a jump in rates as high as 800% over the 12 months, due to many […]

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The Importance of Supplier Management in Today’s Dynamic Supply Chain

“Supplier Management” is a widely used and well-known term in the supply chain world, but in practice it can mean different things to different people. Different Industries have identified the […]

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How to Drive More Accurate Customer Quotes by Implementing a Cost Engineering System

Cost engineering manages project costs through tasks such as cost control, estimation, cost prediction, risk analysis, and investment appraisal. It is vital in terms of calculating return on investment when […]

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What are Compliance Management Software Business Benefits?

Compliance management software enables business managers to continually oversee and assess their systems, ensuring they comply with security regulations and corporate policies. Ongoing compliance management is vital, as it protects […]