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Another Ducking Digest: September 11, 2023
Another Ducking Digest: September 11, 2023
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Length:
18 minutes
Released:
Sep 11, 2023
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Podcast episode
Description
Join Lindsay and Sarah as they dive into the intriguing world of Purchase Order mishaps. They'll explore what happens when a PO goes way off track, resulting in colossal orders that could have easily been avoided. Using a humorous example of a $6 connector ballooning into a $200,000 purchase, they'll cover the occurrence, detection, and the chaotic aftermath. Discover the recovery process, from escalated discussions to creative agreements, and how to salvage supplier relationships. Lessons learned include the importance of user-friendly ERP data, meticulous PO approvals, and utilizing critical ERP reports to prevent future mishaps. Don't miss this insightful session!
Released:
Sep 11, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (92)
INSIGHT-OUT: Learning The Benefits Of PO Process Automation with Lindsay Smith: TO AUTOMATE OR NOT? THAT IS THE QUESTION. Many people are not too open to the idea of automating their processes, and the same goes for people in supply chain, particularly in purchase orders. This is why we have Lindsay Smith. He is the Solutions Principal for Manufacturing Industry at Insight, and he will be talking with us about the benefits of having an automated purchase order process, only here in this latest episode of What The Duck?! Show Highlights: Introducing Lindsay Smith How Lindsay wound up in the supply chain Understanding Purchase Order Process Automation When is the best time to start a PO - process automation Defining the long lead part and short lead part It's not always the buyer's fault Quotes: Lindsay - Why he is drawn to manufacturing “I suppose it's in my DNA. My dad spent his career in manufacturing was NCR, but over and above that, it's exciting. It's the fulfillment of buildi by What the Duck - Another Supply Chain Podcast