Inflation

Managing inflationary price risks in supplier-buyer contracts through indexing

Sunday, May 19, 2024 · Sime Curkovic, Ph.D Research emphasizes the need for innovative supply chain and financial solutions, paving the way for the integration of technology to enhance operational efficiency and economic value.

Inflation continues to have a wide-ranging impact on supply chains

Monday, May 13, 2024 · Brian Straight Inflation continues to impact various areas of supply chains, which are still dealing with ongoing disruptions, a Blue Yonder executive survey has found.

Inflation, economic worries among top supply chain concerns for SMBs

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 · Brian Straight SMBs have many of the same concerns as larger enterprises, but inflation is at the of their supply chain concerns list.

A Hoarding Explanation for the Post-COVID Inflation for Goods

Thursday, March 14, 2024 · Jason Miller and Yemisi Bolumole Inflation continues to impact the U.S. economy, but could a fear of supply shortages have caused a hoarding of materials and contributed to inflation’s rise?

DispatchTrack report finds operational costs, inflation, inventory continue to vex supply chain

Thursday, June 8, 2023 · Brian Straight A new survey conducted by DispatchTrack found that operational costs, inflation and inventory concerns remain challenges for supply chains, but there is plenty of optimism for the remainder of the year.

3 ways to use procurement negotiation to combat inflation

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 · Mike Slomke In the realm of procurement, it is crucial for professionals to strategically generate substantial value during deal negotiations, especially when dealing with supplier agreements that encompass more than mere pricing considerations.

Managing inflation: Is the tail wagging the dog?

Thursday, September 22, 2022 · Serge Ratmiroff and Rich Sherman Use digital capabilities to optimize agility, flexibility, and customer loyalty during rising inflation.

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.

Gartner highlights four ways chief supply chain officers can respond to inflation

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 · SCMR Staff They range from flawless execution to protecting investment spending.

Supply chains in the age of scarcity

Friday, June 3, 2022 · Michael J. Gravier A more entrepreneurial mindset among supply chain managers will be required going forward.

Gartner says chief supply chain officers must adopt resource conservation strategies

Thursday, March 24, 2022 · SCMR Staff It’s all about mitigating inflation and supply shortages.

Mitigating inflation’s impact across your value chain

Tuesday, March 1, 2022 · Per Kristian Hong Companies that act quickly to engage their value chains toward increasing agility and resilience will gain significant advantages, such as improved end-to-end visibility (for early warning and a broader range of practical contingencies); leaner, more profitable product…

Grant Thornton survey: CFO optimism down sharply

Friday, February 11, 2022 · Gary Forger Inflation, supply chain and labor issues are top concerns.