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More Than 25 Years Later – How Good Things Come To Those Who Never Give Up (And Rock A Few Boat Along The Way)

Procurement Insights

Agent-Based Problem Solving Hansen’s strand commonality theory posits that seemingly unrelated data streams, or “strands,” possess interconnected attributes… optimize complex systems.

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From Candy To Kidneys: The Impact of Spinoffs And M&As On Procurement And Supply Chain

Procurement Insights

In the July 2008 Procurement Insights post Procurement considerations when dealing with a merger? (A What are some best practices to promote optimal adoption of the governing policies and procedures in the absence of spend management technology? If it did, then 85% of all e-procurement and supply chain initiatives would not fail.

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Is Your Supply Chain Recession Proof? A Guide for Building a Resilient Supply Chain

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Supply chains are particularly vulnerable during recessions. These disruptions can occur due to decreased consumer demand, supplier instability, or logistical challenges. Consequently, it is imperative to develop a recession-proof supply chain to make them more resilient and adaptable.

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Which ProcureTech Solution Providers Are Moving Ahead And Which May Be Falling Behind?

Procurement Insights

ORO Labs’ Supplier 360). Critical Gaps Explicit Recognition : No major provider brands solutions as “Metaprise,” but ConvergentIS, Focal Point come closest with agent-based architectures. Human-AI Synergy : Only 15–20% of platforms enable true human-agent collaboration (e.g.,

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The Next War Will Be Fought in Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

Twenty twenty-five is starkly different: the next global war has already begun, and it’s unfolding not on distant battlefields, but right through the supply chains that you rely on. Your supply chain is already directly in the line of fire. Worse, we lack a coherent strategy to counter this "long war" already underway.

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The Oldest Procurement Blogs in the Procurement Industry

Procurement Insights

Sourcing Innovation Launch Date: June 2006 Overview: Authored by Michael Lamoureux, a Computer Science PhD, Sourcing Innovation focuses on procurement technology, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management. Content: Features posts on global sourcing, supplier ethics, and AIs role in procurement.

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2011 To 2025: The Evolution Of How The C-Suite And Boardroom Views Procurement

Procurement Insights

20152020: Procurement Gains Strategic Recognition Emergence of Strategic Sourcing : CFOs began to recognize procurement’s role in driving long-term value through strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management. CIOs recognized procurements role in optimizing IT spend and driving efficiency.