World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

What is Procurement? Procurement refers to the business processes involved in acquiring goods, services, and work from external suppliers. Scope : Procurement spans the entire process from identifying requirements to contract closure. Stakeholders : Procurement involves multiple internal stakeholders across the organization.

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Barkers Procurement

JANUARY 26, 2024

The Pressures That Procurement Faces In 2024. In recent years, we have seen the demand placed upon the Procurement function significantly increase. Of note was that the increase in workload was juxtaposed by data that suggests that for most organisations, headcounts were set to be reduced or maintained at best.

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Barkers Procurement

JANUARY 26, 2024

In recent years, we have seen the demand placed upon the Procurement function significantly increase. Of note was that the increase in workload was juxtaposed by data that suggests that for most organisations, headcounts were set to be reduced or maintained at best. What is driving the pressure on Procurement?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Check out Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! The Supply Chain function within your company has many responsibilities. Yet often the Supply Chain is undervalued. As such there can be unrelenting pressure to continue to cut costs. Promoting Supply Chain Value.

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Arkestro

JULY 6, 2023

Resources / Blog / Driving Cost Savings & Efficiency with Predictive Procurement Orchestration for Automotive Driving Cost Savings & Efficiency with Predictive Procurement Orchestration for Automotive The ripple effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are still rearing their ugly head in the automotive industry.

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Arkestro

MARCH 13, 2023

It turned to Arkestro Predictive Procurement software. FRANK BATTINO – Director of Procurement & Logistics Services The Challenge Operational silos across disparate locations. Also, budget forecasting was done based on suppliers’ assumed fixed costs, often making projections inaccurate.

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Barkers Procurement

AUGUST 2, 2023

What Are The Pressures That Procurement Faces In 2023 And Beyond? In recent years we have seen the demand placed upon the Procurement function significantly increase. Of note is that the increase in workload is juxtaposed by data that suggests that for most organisations, headcounts are set to be reduced or maintained at best.

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Arkestro

JUNE 20, 2023

You may face challenges such as choosing reliable suppliers, controlling costs, and managing orders. Research-backed procurement strategies can help CFOs achieve their goals while minimizing risk exposure across global supply chains. With 36% of leaders prioritizing AI implementation in finance [1].

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2023

Shortages in raw materials, energy, shipping, and labor required that CPOs performed at the top of their game to ensure business continuity. So, the question remains: What are the key challenges and agenda items for procurement leaders in 2023, and how will they adapt to these challenges?

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

What is Supply Chain Management (SCM) Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the management of the flow of goods, services, information and finances as they move from raw materials to final product, from manufacturer to consumer. The ultimate goal of SCM is to reduce costs while satisfying customer demands.

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Planergy

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Marketing Procurement: Challenges and Best Practices. Best Practices & Tips Category Management Procurement. Procurement leaders often underestimate the importance of marketing procurement. What is Marketing Procurement? Marketing Procurement vs. Standard Procurement. Download Free Copy.

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Una

JUNE 8, 2023

The fact is that procurement teams can only do so much. We need to focus on those that are critical for maintaining a reliable supply chain, optimizing costs, driving innovation, improving efficiency , and supporting strategic objectives. A sole supplier with no competitors.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 12, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Hey Procurement! At Supply Chain Game Changer we believe in sharing experiences and expertise from people in every industry and from across the globe. This interview is with Danny Wang, Vice President of Sourcing and Procurement at Canada Goose. Subscribe Here!

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 26, 2023

Introduction In today’s dynamic business landscape, effective procurement strategies are crucial for organizations to achieve sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge. Data-driven Decision Making In today’s data-driven world, the role of data in procurement has become increasingly significant.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement plays a pivotal role in the construction industry, governing how resources, equipment, and services are acquired to bring a project from blueprint to reality. What makes procurement in construction unique is the high level of customization required per project.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement plays a pivotal role in the construction industry, governing how resources, equipment, and services are acquired to bring a project from blueprint to reality. What makes procurement in construction unique is the high level of customization required per project.

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Una

MARCH 6, 2023

9 Innovative Purchasing Concepts for Procurement Implement various innovative purchasing concepts to ditch the old-school way of doing things and bring your procurement function up to speed. The "old-school" way of structuring a procurement function has stood the test of time.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 31, 2024

Sourcing isn’t just a concern for procurement teams. With rising consumer and stakeholder expectations around ethical and responsible supply chains, who supplies your organization’s goods and services is also a C-suite consideration. It’s distinct from the procurement process.

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Positive Purchasing

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Now, with the need to move beyond price and security of supply to sustainable and ethical sourcing, procurement must become a more strategic and proactive function. I am sure you are comfortable being flexible and agile when buying something different, or sourcing from an alternative more sustainable supplier.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 5, 2024

US procurement startups are killing it. It’s no surprise that in the home of big tech, Silicon Valley and seemingly endless VC investors, there’s a thriving and diverse procurement tech ecosystem. Let’s have a look at the who’s who in the American procurement startup space. Hot diggity dawg!

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Planergy

JULY 21, 2023

Download Free Copy Services Procurement: What Is It and How To Manage It Written by Rob Biedron 15 min read Business Process Management (BPM) Process & Procedures Procurement Download PDF IN THIS ARTICLE What is Services Procurement? What Is The Difference Between Goods and Services Procurement?

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

Introduction Welcome to the dynamic world of procurement, where businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to manage their supply chains more efficiently and effectively. One strategy that has captured considerable attention is procurement outsourcing. Let’s dive in!

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Procurement Software

JULY 4, 2023

Digital procurement tools offer buying teams a once-in-a-generation opportunity. What is digital procurement? Digital procurement is a process where technology is used to streamline the procurement process, both operational and strategic. What is procurement tech? Tech can’t do this on its own of course.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Growing global complexity in supply chain management has forced organizations to look towards technology as their silver bullet; serving as the missing link between people (supply chain actors) and the ability to collaborate at scale. especially procurement and logistics?—?in Check out What Exactly is Blockchain?

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Jaggaer

JANUARY 11, 2019

As we start 2019, it’s critical to understand how current events, changes in governmental policy and the general economic climate may affect the global procurement market and supply chain. and the European Union, and examine how procurement organizations can best prepare in the new year. Global Trade.

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