• Report: Companies Going Green, and Expecting Suppliers to Follow Suit

  Sean Murphy, February 12, 2010
  Not only are corporations getting on the green bandwagon, but they are beginning to demand the same from their suppliers, to the point of cutting loose any suppliers that don't have carbon management plans of their own, according to a new report from the non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project and consultant firm A. T. Kearney.  More

• Looking toward Strategic Sourcing to Alleviate the Ravages of the Recession

  Alan Pincus and Kristie Tippner, November 19, 2009
  Few industries know better the pain of a lack of consumer confidence like retail. Even with statistics telling us the recovery is under way, retailers are cautious, and they should be. In addition to circling the wagons, however, there is an opportunity here to redesign the retail sourcing strategy, according to Alan Pincus and Kristie Tippner of Kurt Salmon Associates. Not only will this help the industry survive, but it will give retailers a solid plan for growth after the recession is truly over.  More

• Achieving Success with Large-Scale Lean

  By Shoshanah Cohen, Nirmal Hasan, Mark Stonich, and Marc Waco, November 1, 2009
  In today’s global economy, it is critical for every point in the supply chain to add value. To attain that objective, many companies have been moving toward what we term “large-scale lean”—a structured approach for adapting lean concepts to a company’s end-to-end supply chain to create sustainable competitive advantage.  More

• Optimizing the Software Portfolio

  By Patrice Zygband, Venkat Tummalapalli, and Jan Stenger, November 1, 2009
  Software product complexity is an easy trap to fall into. The rapid pace of consolidation in the software industry, the proliferation of “shrink wrap” software agreements, and the tortuous pace of application development make the licensing process quite a challenge. In addition, companies often suffer from complexity within, as different departments and employees buy software applic...  More

• Relief for China's Quality Headaches

  By Judy Huang and Mi Nguyen, November 1, 2009
  China's abundant and low-wage labor supply of more 800 million workers has allowed the country to become the world's factory base. Sourcing in China has become one of the most effective practices for manufacturers around the world to increase profit margin and stay competitive by cutting production cost.  More

• Supply Management Strategies for Turbulent Times

  By Joseph R. Carter, Phillip L. Carter and Robert M. Monczka, October 1, 2009
  Supply management professionals can't predict what's going to happen in today's volatile business world. But they can be prepared for whatever comes by instituting sound tactics and strategies. One thing's for certain: You can't stand still. Executive Roundtables convened by CAPS Research spotlight what top procurement leaders are doing to keep their organizations moving forward.  More

• The Secrets of Successful Cost Reduction

  By Phil Harkness, October 1, 2009
  Cost reduction does not have to be painful. There are plenty of proven strategies available to firms ready for serious change. Executed properly, these moves can make a company leaner, nimbler and more competitive—not only during a downturn but also over the long term.  More

• Create Your Own Stimulus Package

  By Gregg Brandyberry, October 1, 2009
  Supply management and procurement professionals have it within their power to effectively combat the current economic conditions. By successfully controlling spending and generating new operating efficiencies, they can in effect create their own "stimulus package"—without any government help. A veteran procurement pro explains how.  More

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