Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Spend Matters honors a vast array of procurement solution providers each year by selecting them for our ‘50 to Know,’ ‘50 to Watch,’ ‘Future 5’ and ‘Hall of Fame’ celebration lists. Discover everything you need to know about these accolades here, including who is on them. What are Halo Ai’s greatest strengths?

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Planergy

MAY 8, 2025

5] Finance Leaders Are Collaborating More Closely with Procurement: Nearly 48% of CFOs are leveraging procurement data to support broader financial strategies, from fraud detection to cost optimization. [1] 7] This proactive approach supports continuity and reduces the impact of supply chain disruptions.

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Planergy

MARCH 12, 2025

Download Free Copy Reshoring vs Nearshoring: Key Differences and Business Benefits Category Inventory Written by Lyle Del Vecchio 16 min read Tags Procurement Supply Chain Management Last edited March 12, 2025 Download PDF IN THIS ARTICLE What is Reshoring? Benefits of Reshoring Challenges of Reshoring What is Nearshoring?

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Acting as a complementary partner to their suppliers, Procurement is a central target and strategic function for Ahlsell. One of the early objectives of Procurement was to optimize tail supplier management. Improve cash positions by optimizing the gross margin return on inventory.

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Spend Matters

MAY 20, 2025

These solutions are often designed with a clear target market in mind, such as SMEs or specific regional markets. For organizations with very particular requirements or operating in niche environments, BoB platforms can offer a more tailored, agile and cost-effective approach.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 5, 2025

3 GEP 1999 Established in 1999, a pioneer in procurement software with 25+ years. 4 Zycus 1998 Founded in 1998, a veteran in cognitive procurement solutions. 8 Keelvar 2012 Founded in 2012, a decade of experience in sourcing optimization. 9 Lytica 2015 Established in 2015, a newer player in supply chain analytics.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 10, 2025

Procurement Insights subscribers Procurement Insights newly integrated Historic Procurement Industry Archives is a powerful complement to other procurement industry firms, not a competitor. It fills critical gaps in depth, agility, and contextual insight that most traditional analysts and association models overlook.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 5, 2023

Today I’m joined by Logward , an exciting tech brand with a vision of a future where supply chain departments lead the transformation of their industries, instead of simply transporting it. 22.23] A closer look at Logward’s Sourcing Solutions – what they do, the key features and benefits.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

In this article, we are going to explore what procurement tracking is, its importance in business and the tools to be used when conducting it for its efficient execution. This allows for the identification and implementation of measures to mitigate any delays or obstacles in the supply chain by organizations.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 30, 2025

Heres a breakdown of how Procurement Insights complements or challenges each major analyst firm: Value Contribution of Procurement Insights to Each Analyst Firm Analyst Firm How Procurement Insights Adds Value Gartner – Offers a counterbalance to Gartners enterprise-centric, vendor-funded evaluations.

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Jaggaer

MARCH 6, 2025

Navigating Regulatory Changes Public sector organizations need procurement solutions that align with new frameworks, such as the UK Procurement Act, which comes into force in February. Spend Analysis: Offering detailed visibility into spending patterns, enabling cost optimization.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 14, 2025

This approach has encouraged procurement professionals to focus on solving underlying problems through comprehensive analysis and stakeholder engagement, leading to more sustainable and effective procurement solutions. Part 1 of 3). 2025 RELEVANCE The Department of National Defence (DND) case study involving Jon W.

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TYA Suite

MAY 3, 2025

Today, digital purchase order are part of a larger trend toward automation, integrating with accounting software, inventory systems, and analytics tools to create smarter, more efficient supply chains. SAP ariba is a comprehensive procurement solution used by large enterprises. What is a digital purchase order?

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 19, 2023

With another busy year of procurement and supply chain events tidily packed away behind us, Spend Matters is pleased to provide a round-up of the main events we attended in 2023, with a short recap of each and key takeaways. He then went on to discuss the huge impact of tech on the supply chain industry.

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Arkestro

AUGUST 1, 2024

Charlotte de Brabandt Procurement in the automotive industry is undergoing a revolutionary transformation. As supply chains become increasingly volatile, the need for proactive, data-driven solutions has never been more critical.

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Jaggaer

JULY 10, 2024

The partnership brings together the unparalleled expertise of BearingPoint in system integration with JAGGAER solutions for AI-enabled procurement, supplier collaboration, and sustainable business as JAGGAER extends its presence in the APAC region.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

In our experience, what differentiates advanced working capital and early payment vendors is the ability to provide a cash planner tool to improve cash and capital planning for buyers and suppliers, a partner ecosystem to support supply chain financing and AI capabilities to improve supplier adoption of the programs.

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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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Empowering CPO

MAY 5, 2023

In essence, procurement serves as the backbone of an organization’s supply chain, contributing to cost savings, risk management, and supplier relationship management. As a result, effective procurement is crucial to maintaining a competitive edge and supporting overall business objectives.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Our expert team works alongside your organization, offering comprehensive and customized procurement solutions that align with your business goals. Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions.

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Pipefy

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Strategic procurement, or procurement strategic planning, is a data-driven process that helps businesses align procurement and business goals. The result is greater supply chain predictability, more accurate decision-making, and better business agility. What is strategic procurement?

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

These digital disruptors are reshaping how procurement teams interact with stakeholders and enhance operational efficiency. In this era of the "fourth industrial revolution," it is crucial for organizations to re-evaluate and upgrade their procurement frameworks and supply chain technologies.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

These digital disruptors are reshaping how procurement teams interact with stakeholders and enhance operational efficiency. In this era of the "fourth industrial revolution," it is crucial for organizations to re-evaluate and upgrade their procurement frameworks and supply chain technologies.

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TYA Suite

JULY 17, 2024

Organizes procurement activities around specific categories of goods or services. Utilizes data analytics and market intelligence to optimize category performance and mitigate risks. Incorporates digital procurement strategies to track and report sustainability metrics across the supply chain.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 22, 2020

He was joined by Youness Taghrichte, Head of Procurement at Attijariwafa Bank, together with Richard Hogg, VP Northern Europe, JAGGAER, and Javier Lopez, Senior Value Engineer, JAGGAER. Optimizing cost, in the order of a 20-25% reduction on the current situation, is therefore a must in order to survive.

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Pipefy

JULY 31, 2023

One way companies can become more agile and remain competitive despite economic uncertainties is end-to-end business process automation. While these processes don’t generate revenue, optimizing and automating them can reduce operational costs and improve process efficiency — both of which lead to long-term business benefits.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Our expert team works alongside your organization, offering comprehensive and customized procurement solutions that align with your business goals. Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions.

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Pipefy

JUNE 15, 2023

As businesses complete their digital transformation and move away from complex (and often manual) legacy systems, modern procurement solutions are rapidly replacing traditional methods. Build a more efficient procurement with the Definitive Guide to P2P Optimization Download free guide What is cloud procurement?

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Arkestro

MARCH 28, 2023

Procurement excellence already exists in your company, you just need PPO to see it. Arkestro sets the optimal conditions across all your spend, by default. Not just any procurement solution can claim to use PPO. Want to see what Predictive Procurement Orchestration can do for your business? Still not convinced?

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Arkestro

MARCH 28, 2023

Procurement excellence already exists in your company, you just need PPO to see it. Arkestro sets the optimal conditions across all your spend, by default. Not just any procurement solution can claim to use PPO. Want to see what Predictive Procurement Orchestration can do for your business? Still not convinced?

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TYA Suite

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This saves time and money while making procurement operations smoother and more accurate. Why Businesses Need to Adopt Mobile Procurement Solutions In todays fast-moving business world, companies need tools that make their operations quicker, simpler, and more efficient.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 6, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. 7 KPIs Your Procurement Team May Be Ignoring! Initiatives are being put in place to make these statements a reality, but are these organizations agile enough to shift strategies, process and operations — for real? Procurement Transformation Delays – The Role of Personality!

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Procurement Software

MARCH 5, 2024

FRDM FRDM is a software company specialising in supply chain risk management. Their software is designed for multinational corporations managing complex supply chains. It helps large enterprises like Virgin, Coca-Cola, Boeing, and IBM map, monitor, and mitigate ESG risks across their global supply chains.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 3, 2023

Introduction In the complex and fast-paced business world of today, Managed Procurement Services (MPS) have emerged as a key solution for enterprises seeking to streamline their operations, improve efficiencies, and achieve cost savings. Procurement is no longer just about purchasing goods and services at the lowest cost.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 2, 2023

Spend Analysis: Leveraging data and analytics to gain insights into procurement spend and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency gains. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks in the supply chain, ensuring business continuity and resilience. These trends are already beginning to take shape.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JULY 29, 2021

Procurement now needs to factor in risks more than ever and deliver more excellent business value with limited resources. Agile companies are deploying digital-first systems that can forecast disruptions and alert CPOs to arrange alternate supply streams. It ensures business continuity, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

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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. At EmpoweringCPO, we don’t just offer services, we build partnerships.

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