World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

Value-add : Procurement aims to add value by optimizing processes, consolidating spend, and building supplier relationships. Sourcing : Procurement uses competitive bidding, e-sourcing, and supplier development. How can procurement help achieve those aims through better supplier relationships and spending optimization?

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Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Leverage Technology and Automation Adopting procurement software and technologies can significantly streamline processes, from e-sourcing to electronic payment systems. Implement Strategic Sourcing Strategic sourcing involves a methodical approach to finding, selecting, and managing suppliers.

Cost of ownership 52

Cost of ownership Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Strategic sourcing 52

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Leverage Technology and Automation Adopting procurement software and technologies can significantly streamline processes, from e-sourcing to electronic payment systems. Implement Strategic Sourcing Strategic sourcing involves a methodical approach to finding, selecting, and managing suppliers.

Cost of ownership 52

Cost of ownership Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Strategic sourcing 52

Arkestro

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Autonomous procurement refers to the use of advanced technologies to streamline and optimize the procurement process. The software works with real-time and historical data, including user preferences, past buys, supplier performance, and market trends. Here are some of the top ways autonomous procurement impacts businesses.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Innovation Procurement Supply Chain Optimization 52

Una

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

This can include implementing a formal Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program, sharing your strategy with key suppliers, collaborating on cost-saving initiatives, and ensuring a reliable and efficient supply chain. This may involve seeking out new suppliers, optimizing supplier portfolios, and conducting competitive bids.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Supplier relationship management Strategic sourcing 52

Solvoyo

JANUARY 3, 2020

The supply chain world is just discovering the digital twin concept and we are nowhere close to the level of detail and sophistication of these decades-old examples. However, I also believe that the old-fashioned digital representation of a supply chain with nodes and arcs is like drawing a stick figure.

Supply Chain Optimization 40

Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions Supply chain Supply 40

Una

JANUARY 8, 2024

When it's finally time to bid them farewell, they are recyclable, contributing to a greener planet. When it's time to bid farewell, they're easily recyclable. Procurement can promote employee value all the way down the value chain by ensuring suppliers comply with fair labor practices, ethical standards, and employee well-being.

supply chain budgeting 52

supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Purchasing 52