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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

World of Procurement blog

The plan defines activities like category analysis, supplier consolidation, technology implementation, process re-engineering, skill building etc. It also identifies required resources, budgets and milestones for a successful strategic transformation. Buy fair trade, organic, and locally sourced goods whenever possible.

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ERP vs. Best-in-Class — What is Best for Managing the Healthcare Supply Chain

ivalua

ERP vs. Best-in-Class for Healthcare Supply Chain Management? Are ERP systems better than best-in-class supply chain solutions for managing healthcare supply chains? That’s the question we set out to answer in our recent panel discussion with Procurement and Supply Chain experts.

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The Future of Spend Analysis: Trends to Watch Out For

Empowering CPO

By analyzing historical spend patterns and supplier performance, organizations can negotiate better contracts, consolidate suppliers, and implement strategic sourcing initiatives. Stronger supplier relationships lead to better pricing, improved service levels, and a more reliable supply chain.