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Direct and indirect procurement

19 Apr 2022

Procurement can be described as a strategic and process-oriented operation where not many calculated decisions are made. Traditionally procurement has been depicted as an essential record-keeping department to make sure that an organisation follows industry standards and lets the organisation be audited. An organisation’s Procurement operation is accountable for managing spending, and the activities can usually be divided into two categories; direct and indirect procurement. Let's take a look at the differences.

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Three Easy Ways To Make Your Business Greener

14 Apr 2022

Responsibility for the environment lies with every individual and business. Therefore, it is so important to introduce environmental rules and habits into your daily life. Contrary to popular belief, this is not necessarily expensive or burdensome. Here are three simple ways to make your business greener.

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WHAT IS BRAND AWARENESS AND HOW TO INCREASE IT

11 Apr 2022

In simple words, Brand Awareness is the likelihood that consumers will be able to identify the brand in different situations. If you have high brand awareness, people have your brand in mind and it’s easy for them to remember you. Now that you know what is brand awareness, why should you focus on increasing it?

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Everything About Building A Flexible Manufacturing Supply Chain

06 Apr 2022

Building a flexible manufacturing supply chain is more important than you may think. The flexibility aspect of your supply chain will be a real lifesaver in many complex situations. Here’s everything about building a flexible manufacturing supply chain.

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DB Schenker: How to Pick a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Partner

31 Mar 2022

David L Buss, CEO of Freight-forwarding giants DB Schenker USA shares his expertise on finding the right 3PL partner for your business. A third-party logistics partner can make or break your business. The right partner can help you control costs, improve efficiency, and deliver superior customer service, so it’s important to find the ideal logistics partner that aligns with your brand and mission. Here are 10 considerations to support you with choosing the best third-party logistics partner for your business.

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Seven Best Practices For Moving Heavy Equipment

30 Mar 2022

There are basic practices used for moving heavy pieces of equipment. The choice of method to opt for depends on a number of factors, such as the size of the equipment and its weight. The goal of these practices is to ensure that your equipment gets easily and safely transported to its destination. If you’re still contemplating how to move heavy equipment with ease, here are 7 best practices to execute to achieve a smooth process of transporting it from one location to the other.

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