ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

When Covid-19 hit, supply chains across the globe nearly came to a halt. According to Accenture, 94% of Fortune 1000 companies saw supply chain disruptions and 75% had negative or strongly negative impacts on their businesses due to the pandemic. Procurement Teams Step-up. Influence Begins with Good Relationships.

Chief Procurement Officer 130

Chief Procurement Officer Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency 130

ivalua

MAY 17, 2023

This year, our discussions covered Invoice Automation, Scope 3 Emissions, Contract Management, Supply Chain Collaboration, Indirect/Services Procurement, and Supplier Management–Customer of Choice. After catching up with colleagues and acquainting ourselves with some new faces, we dove into solution breakout sessions.

Supply chain resilience 130

Supply chain resilience Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 130

Procurement Insights

OCTOBER 11, 2023

At the same time, all that is happening with technology solutions is creating rigidity rather than agility. It’s just not the best ecosystem of growth and agility.” Their answer was to my request about building a data sharing “bridge” between the ERP back end and a front-end eProcurement application.

Collaboration 62

Collaboration Innovation Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 62

Barkers Procurement

AUGUST 2, 2023

The increasing pressure from macroeconomic factors that include Inflation, Continued Supply Chain disruption and Geopolitical tensions are primary areas of concern for the procurement professional. McKinsey reports that supply chain disruption is costing companies 0.47% on average each year. How can Barkers help?

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement e2e Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Arkestro

MAY 9, 2023

Yet challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, global supply chain disruptions, and the economic downturn have all limited and slowed down the next phase in procurement transformation. Reduced Sourcing A turbulent market, supply chain disruptions, and rapid inflation have all created challenging times for procurement professionals.

supply chain budgeting 52

supply chain budgeting Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Procurement team 52

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Organizations are looking to CPOs to take on broader and deeper strategic initiatives to create a future proof supply chain. Learn more: AI and ML for Cognitive Procurement in the Value Chain. Check out this less than 2 mins video to understand more about the features and benefits of Merlin AI Suite for eProcurement.

Procurement 40

Procurement Eprocurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency 40

Pipefy

MAY 9, 2023

Supplier KPIs Suppliers, by definition, comprise a crucial link in your supply chain. This constitutes a high risk for shortages and bottlenecks; potential customers will take notice as was recently shown with the most recent supply chain disruptions. After all, your shortages are their problem, as well.

Procurement 52

Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting Procurement team 52

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Procurement teams equipped with risk management tools can ensure business continuity and minimize potential negative impacts. Initiatives that prioritize environmentally friendly practices, fair labor, and responsible sourcing improve brand reputation and mitigate potential legal and reputational risks.

Procurement 52

Procurement Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

Organizations are now expected to not only manage cost but also to ensure supply chain resilience, mitigate risks, and contribute to strategic objectives. Technology-Driven Models eProcurement – eProcurement, or electronic procurement, uses digital technology to automate and streamline procurement processes.

Innovation 52

Innovation Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability 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. Streamline procurement activities and reduce costs by using eProcurement and Internet Reverse Auctions. •

Procurement 52

Procurement Negotiation supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 52

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Our survey shows that most procurement teams are there already with many applications: SRM, eSourcing, and eProcurement are in place. They should also extend this digitalization to supply chain management (supplier portal, webEDI, etc.) This will play a vital role in making organizations more agile and reducing supplier risk.

Procurement 40

Procurement e2e Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 40

ivalua

MARCH 14, 2019

Whether it’s geopolitical events like Brexit, or regulatory hurdles like GDPR – CPOs play a vital role ensuring compliance in an agile manner that causes minimal disruption. There has never been so much uncertainty and complexity for organisations to deal with.

Procurement 100

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Risk 100

Jaggaer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

We saw that after the so-called dotcom crash of 2000, which led to an upsurge in interest in electronic procurement; up until then eProcurement had been little more than an idea. They have had to rethink their sourcing and supply chain strategies, with many inshoring or nearshoring. Short-Term Pain Means Long-Term Gain.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Eprocurement Supply Chain Efficiency 52

ivalua

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

This is where helping organizations innovate, ensuring business agility and even growing revenue comes into play. Best practices are great for the majority of processes, but for the most strategic doing things differently is the way to win. Global automotive component supplier Meritor is a great example.

Procurement 130

Procurement Sourcing Spend management Innovation 130

Claritum

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

The NfP also has a greater focus on adding social value to a supply chain. Particularly in the case of critical supply chains where there can be a very limited group of suppliers. Though they often underestimate the skills needed to deliver on new eProcurement technology. there is transparent flow of information.

Supply Chain Efficiency 36

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Procurement Ethics 36