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Procurement vs. Supply Chain Management: Differences, Challenges & Solutions

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Procurement and supply chain management are often used interchangeably—but in practice, the lines between them can blur in ways that create real friction. Misaligned priorities, siloed systems, and unclear ownership can directly impact key performance indicators like cost savings percentage and procurement cycle time.

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Agentic AI in Supply Chains: The Future of Decision Making

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This leap in AI capabilities is revolutionizing industries, and AI-driven supply chain management is no exception. The Role of Agentic AI in Supply Chains Supply chains are dynamic and complex, requiring continuous decision-making across multiple functions, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and demand forecasting.

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The Role of AI in Sourcing and Procurement: Benefits, Use Cases, and Roadmap

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We’ve seen AI take over everyday tools and search engines; AI in Sourcing and Procurement is becoming a strategic tool in our kit, At Ivalua, we are helping global procurement teams integrate AI across the Source-to-Pay process, bringing automation, insight, and agility to every step. Supplier risk adds even more complexity.

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2011 To 2025: The Evolution Of How The C-Suite And Boardroom Views Procurement

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20152020: Procurement Gains Strategic Recognition Emergence of Strategic Sourcing : CFOs began to recognize procurement’s role in driving long-term value through strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management. CFOs began to see procurement as critical to business continuity and organizational agility.

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Navigating trade turbulence: What tariffs are really exposing in Procurement

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The US administrations announcement of reciprocal tariffs in early April sent a jolt through global supply chains. For many Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), the real message was clear: Volatility is back, and this time, it demands faster, more coordinated and more data-driven responses.

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Source-to-Pay Digital Transformation: Roadmap for Efficiency and Resilience

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Secondly come eProcurement, Supply Chain Collaboration, Invoicing, and Payments. Optimizing source-to-paythrough digital transformation streamlines every stage of your procurement strategy, improving visibility, efficiency, and collaboration. But digital transformation also has longer-term benefits for supplier collaboration.

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What Are The Key Use Cases for AI in Supplier Management?

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These may include processes related to: Supplier evaluation Supplier onboarding Performance tracking, Supplier risk management Contract analysis By automating repetitive tasks and analyzing large datasets, AI improves efficiency, reduces errors, and enhances decision-making. What is the use of AI in supply chain management?