ivalua

JUNE 16, 2021

The pandemic was a wake-up call for businesses worldwide, who struggled to overcome operational disruption — everything from the transition to remote working, to supply chain chaos. What’s more, PwC found that the average investment in risk management among MENA companies was $1.5 Enter eProcurement.

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

Tim Cook has been instrumental in overseeing the company’s global supply chain and procurement operations. His expertise in managing complex supply networks has played a crucial role in Apple’s success. Attend workshops, seminars, and conferences related to procurement and supply chain management.

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Leadership Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency 147

SCMDOJO

JUNE 28, 2024

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the supply chain industry as more and more women are choosing careers in this traditionally male-dominated field. This rise of women in the supply chain is not only breaking gender barriers but also bringing a fresh perspective and new ideas to the table.

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Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain 91

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

This allows for the identification and implementation of measures to mitigate any delays or obstacles in the supply chain by organizations. Contract Management Contract Management is tracking the contractual lifecycle, including contract creation, renewal, and termination dates.

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Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions supply chain budgeting 178

Spend Matters

MAY 20, 2025

For organizations with very particular requirements or operating in niche environments, BoB platforms can offer a more tailored, agile and cost-effective approach. That same organization, however, might bring in a BoB contract management tool to meet stricter legal workflow needs or a specialized supplier risk platform to meet ESG goals.

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Contract Agile and Lean Supply Chain Sourcing Suppliers 85

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The root causes of these issues often stem from a clash of the following critical Supply Chain Variables: Poor Toxic Culture. The Next Level Purchasing Body of Knowledge underpins, integrates and enhances the essential components of Supply Chain Management in simple how-to-do steps. Flawed Processes.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 22, 2025

is a leading AI-powered platform specializing in third-party risk management, compliance, and supplier lifecycle automation. AI-First Automation: AI is built into every step, simplifying workflows, automating processes, and delivering real-time insights for compliance, onboarding, KYC/AML, contract management, and ESG initiatives.

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Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

With the advent of AI, and especially generative AI within that broader term, and the continued globalization of supply chains, the pace of change has sped up, forcing businesses and workers to adjust quickly. Third-party risk management through a specialized vendor moves beyond the onboarding and intake process.

Supply Chain Efficiency 113

Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility Management supply chain software solutions 113

Una

JUNE 5, 2024

Building Resilient Supply Chains To Weather Any Storm What does building a resilient supply chain entail? Imagine your supply chain as a sturdy ship navigating the choppy waters of the global marketplace. Building resilient supply chains So, what defines a resilient supply chain?

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Pipefy

JANUARY 9, 2024

Smart procurement is the use of technology to improve efficiency and help build more agile procurement processes. The benefits include cost savings increase, better decision making and risk management. While these tools can lighten workloads and improve agility and decision-making, they can’t operate without the input of humans.

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Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions 52

Spend Matters

DECEMBER 21, 2023

AI can help create greater efficiency and value across all source-to-pay processes, including spend analysis, opportunity identification, sourcing and contract management, category management, supply relationship management and risk management.

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Procurement solutions Procurement e2e Real-time Visibility 113

Una

MAY 25, 2023

How to identify procurement risks There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to procurement risk management. Risks vary dramatically in nature, so your response will need to be tailored to suit every scenario. Challenges of procurement risk management Why is procurement risk management so difficult?

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Purchasing Risk Management Procurement 96

Jaggaer

APRIL 16, 2025

Many procurement teams are being asked to deliver value beyond savings alone , strengthening supply chain resilience, reducing compliance risk, and advancing ESG and sustainability goals, at greater speed and without headcount increases. On the demand side, there is pressure to do more with less.

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Procurement Demand Planning Data interpretation Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Procurement Insights

APRIL 30, 2025

– Challenges rigid quadrants with more agile, narrative-driven insights. ease of use in contract management). sourcing, contract management) can complement Ardents P2P focus, providing a holistic view of how AP automation fits into S2P processes. – Amplifies early-stage innovation Gartner may miss.

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Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 52

Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 15, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. The Digital Supply Chain Road is Full of Potholes, Construction and Accidents! Take a chance (not a risk) on startups and growth ventures in the space of procurement tech to run POCs and see what kind of value they can deliver. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Don’t Panic!

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Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain 90

Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

Finally, procurement teams are responsible for anticipating and responding to disruptions in the supply chain and their own process. From procure-to-pay software to spend management and analysis tools, procurement technologies are disrupting the status quo and bringing efficiency to teams like never before.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency 52

IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

A procurement strategy allows an organization to navigate an increasingly complex global supply chain, adapt swiftly to market fluctuations, and achieve cost optimization, operational efficiency and growth. Additional goals might be risk management and mitigation, supplier relationship management and sustainability considerations.

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TYA Suite

MAY 3, 2025

What is a Vendor Management Tool A vendor management Tool is a software solution that helps businesses manage, monitor, and streamline interactions with vendors or suppliers in one centralized platform. Why Vendor Management Tools Are Essential in 2025 In 2025, businesses will be more dependent on vendors than ever before.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

A successful procurement transformation involves a strategic overhaul of processes, technologies, and approaches to achieve greater efficiency, cost savings, risk management, and value creation. Procurement teams equipped with risk management tools can ensure business continuity and minimize potential negative impacts.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

This is to enable greater autonomy and agility. . Accordingly, the time is right for procurement to take centre stage and create benchmark KPIs to ensure sustainability in global supply chains. Risk management. Elevate the strategic performance management of your team. Powering Procurement with AI .

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2023

With new legislation being introduced for 2023 in Europe, such as the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (SCCDA), CPOs and other procurement and sourcing leaders need to devise an agile procurement strategy to ensure compliance. Still, 50-67% of the companies failed to change their risk management standards.

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Procurement strategies Strategy Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement 52

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 3, 2024

However, it’s fair to say that procurement is really in the pressure cooker right now, with all kinds of new and conflicting demands such as ESG, diversity, compliance and risk management. Ensure supply continuity This was number 1 on the 2023 list of priorities. First, organizations need to get full supply chain visibility.

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Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Contract 52

Jaggaer

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The Essential Guide to Source to Pay, Source to Contract, and Procure to Pay Whether youre new to the world of procurement and supply chain management, or a seasoned veteran; whether you work in a major manufacturing industry, a university, or a medium-sized clinical research organization, you may find procurement jargon rather confusing.

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World of Procurement blog

JANUARY 19, 2022

With better data comes more precise insights into your Supply Chain. You’re going to understand your spend categories better understand where risk is in your contracts and how well your suppliers are genuinely performing. I’ve personally spent 6 and a half years in Procurement and Supply Chain now.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency 52

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 5, 2023

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the growing importance of sustainability and social responsibility, the role of procurement professionals has become more critical than ever. Properly identifying and mitigating risks is essential to ensuring success and sustainability.

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Procurement Negotiation supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 52

Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

Sustainability initiatives within the supply chain. Third party risk management. Contract lifecycle management. It’s therefore a fair assumption that if you remove these non-value added tasks, you will allow the Procurement Manager to deliver a third more value to the business. Supplier innovation.

Supply Chain Efficiency 72

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Procurement Category management 72

Una

MAY 25, 2023

How to identify procurement risks There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to procurement risk management. Risks vary dramatically in nature, so your response will need to be tailored to suit every scenario. Challenges of procurement risk management Why is procurement risk management so difficult?

Purchasing 52

Purchasing Risk Management Procurement 52

Una

JULY 18, 2023

Transforming invisible spend into visible and manageable data will enable you to make data-driven decisions and drive significant value for your organization. A Snapshot of Supply Chain Technology How to Improve Procurement Efficiency Tips for Building an Effective Procurement Data Strategy 4.

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Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Sustainability 52

Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions. It involves the process of identifying, selecting, acquiring, and managing resources that a business needs to fulfill its operations and meet its goals.

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Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting 52

World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

Key technologies changing the game in procurement include: E-Procurement Systems E-procurement software provides a centralized platform to manage the entire procurement process online. Conduct supply chain audits and due diligence on high-risk categories. Top-level oversight of all procurement activities.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 6, 2023

As global supply chains become more complex and interconnected, procurement professionals play a critical role in ensuring businesses remain competitive and resilient. Predictive analytics, for instance, allows procurement professionals to forecast demand, identify potential supply chain disruptions, and optimize inventory levels.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

Introduction In an era where businesses are increasingly seeking efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and agility, the role of procurement has become more critical than ever before. This is where the concept of managed procurement services comes into play. The role of procurement services in businesses is multifaceted.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 2, 2023

However, with time, the function evolved, incorporating strategic elements such as supplier relationship management, risk management, and sustainable sourcing. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks in the supply chain, ensuring business continuity and resilience.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

AI-optimized Supplier Onboarding and Management systems utilize flexible registration rules, key performance indicators (KPl)-driven assessments, and Al-driven data analysis, which foster strategic collaboration and relationships with suppliers.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JULY 29, 2021

How green procurement practices and robust supplier risk management can help organizations build superior brand equity and drive significant business outcomes. Responsible Contract Management: . Avoiding contract renewals with suppliers who do not meet the required health and safety criteria.

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 40

Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions. It involves the process of identifying, selecting, acquiring, and managing resources that a business needs to fulfill its operations and meet its goals.

Supply Chain Efficiency 40

Supply Chain Efficiency Management Procurement Supply Chain Optimization 40

Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

Sustainability initiatives within the supply chain. Third party risk management. Contract lifecycle management. It’s therefore a fair assumption that if you remove these non-value added tasks, you will allow the Procurement Manager to deliver a third more value to the business. Supplier innovation.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Procurement Category management 52