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5 Big Ideas for CPOs in Europe to Develop Procurement Strategies for 2023

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

Technology: CPOs should look for an integrated platform to manage all the spending and processes, such as third-party risk, sourcing, supply chain, invoicing, contracting, and payments. As per Zycus’ Pulse of Procurement Survey, risk management was the top procurement priority for CPOs in 2022.

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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

World of Procurement blog

It involves identifying needs, sourcing potential vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, negotiating contracts, selecting suppliers, managing relationships, and meeting obligations. Mitigates risk by selecting reliable suppliers, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring continuity of supply.

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Innovative Procurement Models: Exploring Different Approaches

Empowering CPO

It’s a strategic function that involves understanding market trends, analyzing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing relationships, among other tasks. Importance of Innovative Procurement Models In the era where change is the only constant, innovation has become a necessity rather than a luxury.

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The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Digital Procurement!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Sometimes, digitalization requires change management, process shifts, and organizational restructuring. Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”. The inner ring & central focus areas being: Strategic Sourcing Contract Management Requisitioning Purchasing/Spot Buys Payment Spend Analysis.

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The Supply Chain Management Playbook: Your Game Plan for Operational Success

World of Procurement blog

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. Proactive risk management prevents major losses.

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Friends not Foes, Supplier Relationships Made to Last

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Supply chains are complex and varied; to manage them effectively, you need to understand exactly what’s happening in both your supply chain and your customers’ end markets. Learn to manage and control your suppliers to improve your purchasing efficiency and expand your supplier base. .

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The Impact of Digital Transformation on Spend Analysis

Empowering CPO

This facilitates better supplier relationship management, enhances transparency, and enables effective supplier performance monitoring. Strategic Supplier Management: Digital tools enable comprehensive supplier performance monitoring and evaluation. This leads to significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency.