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SIMPLIFYING THE SUPPLY CHAIN: STREAMLINING PROCUREMENT AND EMPOWERING SUPPLIER DIVERSITY

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  Supply Chains are involved in almost every industry and everything we do, from the food we eat to the clothes we wear. As business professionals and supply chain managers, we can unlock significant competitive advantages by simplifying supply chain operations and integrating procurement efficiency. But it's not just about efficiency- it's also about the crucial role of empowering supplier diversity in our operations. This adds value and fosters a sense of inclusivity and empowerment in our business relationships. According to Meredith Flora, Content Marketing Specialist at ShipBob, every business has its measurements for tracking supply chain performance. However, the five most common measures are perfect order rate, supply chain costs, order fill rate, cash-to-cash cycle time, and inventory turnover. Managing a supply chain can seem like navigating a maze in today's fast-paced and highly interconnected business world. Complex networks of suppliers, stringent procurement