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Expanding the influence and impact of Procurement

Spend Matters

After operating as a privately-owned entity for 99 years, Utz went public in August 2020. Identifying the need for foundational technology and processes Before joining Utz as its SVP Procurement, Ron had been consulting with the Supply Chain department working on a number of different projects.

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A procurement digital transformation survival guide for practitioners: How to embrace digital without getting lost on the way

Spend Matters

While technology is at the heart of this shift, jumping on the digital bandwagon isnt always as simple as plugging in some shiny new software. The case for procurements digital transformation As mentioned, the relationship between digital enablement and procurement performance (efficiency, effectiveness, innovation) is clear.

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Choosing Rod Sherkin

Procurement Insights

NOTE: The “ Green Giant ” can story and The Four Cornerstones for Leveraging Cost Transparency model resonated most with me. ProPurchaser ** ProPurchaser** operates in the procurement intelligence and cost management sector, providing tools and data to assist supply chain professionals in negotiations. COMPETITORS 1.

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What impact did Gartner’s late entry into Procurement and AI have on procurement practitioners and ProcureTech solution providers?

Procurement Insights

Hansen was publicly referencing and implementing AI concepts in the late 1990s , notably through “advanced self-learning algorithms” in procurement and supply chain applications. Without Gartners endorsement, many pilots stalled at proof-of-concept, and organizations struggled to scale solutions. In summary: Jon W.

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Postal Service stakeholders call for pause of agency’s overhaul plan

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Skip to main content CONTINUE TO SITE ➞ Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. 5, 2020, in New York City. Published July 2, 2025 Max Garland Senior Reporter post share post print email license A U.S. By Max Garland • Feb.

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477: Werner Reveal The Single Worst Invention In Tech History!

Let's Talk Supply Chain

Prior to joining Werner in 2020, Mahon was employed at Vonage Business, Inc., It’s crazy what the supply chain looks like today versus 20 years ago… It’s night and day. He brings more than 20 years of information technology and strategic leadership experience to the Werner.

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Managing Supply Chain Disruptions: U.S., U.K. Manufacturers Accelerate Procurement

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Ivalua study finds 97% of procurement leaders see significant disruption in direct materials supply chain; 67% not confident in existing technology; 84% consider modernization a ‘strategic priority’. Nearly all executives surveyed (97%) point to significant disruption today in their direct materials supply chain.