Positive Purchasing

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Not to be outdone, here at Positive Purchasing, we have released Capella, a new world-leading digital tool to guide users to the optimum category strategy – so I thought it would be a great time to get the perspective of an acknowledged expert in the field. At procurementsoftware.site you can select more than one category.

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ivalua

MARCH 14, 2019

But now with strategic sourcing and category management, the process has become much easier to track, monitor and control. For existing customers and those with an eye to becoming one, the sessions on product innovations and the Ivalua roadmap will be key, as will the customer success stories on offer.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 21, 2023

Our custom spend analysis services not only provide a comprehensive view of your spend data but also help in identifying opportunities for strategic sourcing and cost reduction. Spend Categories: These refer to the different areas where your business spends money. A spend analysis template offers several benefits. Net 30, Net 60).

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Planergy

AUGUST 30, 2022

More Customers. This framework breaks down innovation into ten specific types, which we will discuss in this blog post. The framework can be divided into three main categories: Configuration, Offering, and Experience. Configuration: This category is all about the physical product. Clients and results. Cristian Maradiaga.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

MAY 4, 2022

We’ve had such an explosive year so far – from onboarding multiple new customers, to getting first-hand recognition from Forrester & Gartner on enabling procurement transformation for large enterprises using AI, to expanding our global presence and opening our new center in Japan and much more. you won’t want to miss it, trust us.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

skills and infrastructure) Duplicative capabilities (including data) resulting in duplication of business rules and the like give rise to inconsistent customer experience. Generative AI helps to generate detail design specifications, for example, user stories, User Experience Wire Frames, API Specifications (e.g.,

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Arkestro

JUNE 14, 2022

Arkestro is the leading Predictive Procurement Orchestration platform, and now it’s about to undertake the next stage in its growth story. Our CTO, Ben Leiken added his thoughts: “We’re excited to leverage this investment to bring Predictive Procurement Orchestration to many more customers and verticals.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

In this blog post, we aim to demystify the concept of spend analysis and shine a light on how our spend analysis platform can serve as a catalyst for your business growth. Next, the cleansed data is classified into categories according to a specific taxonomy, such as by supplier, product, or service.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 14, 2023

By leveraging this technology, they developed custom budget models for sales performance, human resources planning, operating expenses, and a complete profit and loss statement. The story of Al Rabie is a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 20, 2023

In a world driven by data, every dollar spent and every resource allocated paints a story of business efficiency, or sometimes, the lack of it. Spend analysis, an often overlooked yet critical component of procurement, is all about extracting those stories from stacks of invoices, purchase orders, and contracts.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Purpose and Key Insights of this Blog This blog aims to provide a high-quality, in-depth exploration of the significance of spend analysis in driving procurement success. Real-world success stories and case studies illustrating the significant impact of spend analysis on achieving tangible cost savings and procurement optimization.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 25, 2023

Whether it’s raw materials for manufacturing, software for operations, or services for customer support, procurement is the bridge that connects businesses to the resources they need to function and grow. This blog post aims to delve deeper into the transformative power of spend analysis technology in procurement.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 21, 2022

There are five essential sales software categories you can analyze and select the ones needed to bring enhancements to your sales process. A Customer Relationship Management platform and marketing automation software is a basic combo for any sales team. CRM + marketing automation with HubSpot. Putting together your sales tech stack.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Blog post provided by [link]. and Rue21 file for bankruptcy, Ralph Lauren closes its flagship fifth avenue store, and new stories roll in every day about large retailers running aground. But Amazon’s prodigious growth doesn’t exactly tell the whole story. Travel is a booming category, with U.S. Subscribe Here!

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Planergy

JANUARY 19, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore vendor analysis, its underlying processes and types, and best practices when implementing this critical tool in your organization. Customer Reviews: Review experiences from existing customers. Policies: Understand the vendor’s policies on issues like returns, refunds, and customer service.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Blog post originally published at, and permission to publish here provided by, [link]. A great new feature in Fast Company, “the inside story of how McDonald’s innovated the Quarter Pounder,” details how the company has made this shift happen in an effort to attract more quality-conscious customers. Subscribe Here! locations.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

It’s a key function within any business, big or small, affecting every aspect of operations, from production, to delivery, to customer satisfaction. Purpose of the Blog Post This blog post will serve as your guide to innovative procurement models. But, it’s far more than just buying.

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Planergy

MARCH 2, 2023

Clients and results More Customers We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with Planergy. Companies should decide which categories of spend they want to focus on, such as office supplies, travel, or shipping.

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Positive Purchasing

JANUARY 11, 2024

Value might mean reducing cost, but that is only part of the story. Take the jobs category and giving a job to someone who’s long-term unemployed for example. And so the numbers we use come from government and for all of our customers, we insist on concrete, verifiable evidence; in fact we don’t accept any claim without it.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Blog post originally published at tenfold.com Permission to publish provided by Ira Padilla. Some Fake News stories say that the engineer’s pulled the plug in a panic after they were getting too smart. Want to increase your customer experience right now? Subscribe Here! Email Address. billion in 2017 to $8.81 billion by 2022!

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Planergy

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Clients and results More Customers We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with Planergy. In this blog post, we will discuss what a travel and expense policy is, provide an example template, and outline some best practices.

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

As Tanya Ashton of Walgreens Boots Alliance pointed out during the Delivering Value for Suppliers session, suppliers are often asked to fill in numerous assessments for customers without getting anything back. The common thread connecting all these stories is inter-departmental collaboration and the corresponding removal of silos.

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SupplyShift

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

As Tanya Ashton of Walgreens Boots Alliance pointed out during the Delivering Value for Suppliers session, suppliers are often asked to fill in numerous assessments for customers without getting anything back. . The common thread connecting all these stories is inter-departmental collaboration and the corresponding removal of silos.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MARCH 11, 2016

If so, we’re continuing to cover the seemingly daily news stories about the travails of large retailers and the shifting environment that is wreaking havoc on what were once seemingly unshakable market leaders. Case in point, headline number one in today’s episode: “ Walmart’s Customers are Too Broke to Shop ”.

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EazyStock

APRIL 23, 2019

Julia Montgomery is one of EazyStock’s premier stock optimization experts and, in the role as Customer Success Manager, she has helped many companies around the world improve their processes and become more profitable through automation. How do you help EazyStock’s customers and partners optimize processes through automation? .

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EazyStock

APRIL 23, 2019

Julia Montgomery is one of EazyStock’s premier stock optimization experts and, in the role as Customer Success Manager, she has helped many companies around the world improve their processes and become more profitable through automation. How do you help EazyStock’s customers and partners optimize processes through automation? .

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 22, 2023

In this blog post, we will delve into the intersection of Spend Analysis and Sustainable Procurement, highlighting its importance and how businesses can leverage this necessary synergy. Data Classification: The cleansed data is then classified into categories based on products or services, suppliers, departments, and more.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 2, 2023

In this blog post, we will dive deeper into the world of Managed Procurement Services and their role in promoting cost reduction. Modern procurement services encompass a wide range of activities such as strategic sourcing, category management, contract negotiation, risk management, and supplier relationship management.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

By examining spending patterns across various categories, such as suppliers, departments, and geographies, businesses can uncover hidden opportunities for cost savings, mitigate risks, and enhance their overall procurement efficiency. Collaborate with departments across the organization to ensure comprehensive coverage of spend data.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 20, 2023

This blog post explores the pivotal role of Spend Analysis within the realm of Supply Chain Management, an area that can greatly benefit from the insights it provides. Data Classification: After cleansing, the data is classified into different categories based on factors like product or service type, suppliers, and cost centers.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

He was my customer and we had a difficult problem that we were working to resolve. Our customers did not need hundreds of copies. It feels like the science fiction stories of my youth are now my adult reality. I cover all the major industry categories from food to high tech to industrial manufacturing and healthcare.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Negotiators love tackling problems as they arise and telling great stories about their solutions afterward. Any gift that gives them a story to talk about will be loved. Risk Assessors fall into the ‘Reactive Introvert’ category. A ction-oriented, boisterous, and spontaneous, fun-loving. The Procurement Zen Master.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

This blog will delve into the profound impact of digital transformation on spend analysis. Agility and Adaptability: Digital transformation equips organizations with the agility and adaptability required to respond to changing market dynamics and evolving customer needs.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

This blog will explore the profound impact that spend analysis can have on SRM, equipping you with the knowledge and strategies to elevate your procurement practices to new heights. Best practices for spend categorization: Discuss methods such as UNSPSC codes, customized categorization, and the use of AI-powered tools to automate the process.

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EazyStock

JULY 26, 2019

Just because a sale is on the books doesn’t mean the story is over. For many businesses, it’s just getting started, and it won’t end until the customer has the product in hand. Category B: will generally be larger in terms of volume of SKUs and will usually be made up of products of less value. Package smart.

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Planergy

JULY 14, 2023

Clients and results More Customers We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with Planergy. In this blog, we’ll explore what P-Cards are, how they work, and their pros and cons. What Are P-Cards?

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