Arkestro

APRIL 25, 2023

Resources / Blog / Reducing Construction Costs & Improving Sourcing Efficiency with Predictive Procurement Reducing Construction Costs & Improving Sourcing Efficiency with Predictive Procurement Construction companies face a host of challenges in the post-COVID era.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Sourcing supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility 52

Procurement Templates

MARCH 3, 2024

This assessment aims to identify what the organization needs to procure to fulfill its objectives effectively and efficiently. Risks may include budget constraints, supply chain disruptions, quality issues, legal compliance, etc. Develop strategies to mitigate these risks and build resilience within the supply chain.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In the complex structure of modern businesses, the role of a procurement manager is pivotal for efficient operations and cost management. Who is a Procurement Manager? A procurement manager, also known as a purchasing manager, plays a vital role in a company's supply chain management.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In the complex structure of modern businesses, the role of a procurement manager is pivotal for efficient operations and cost management. Who is a Procurement Manager? A procurement manager, also known as a purchasing manager, plays a vital role in a company's supply chain management.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

It also has an impact on procurement teams as they are responsible for managing supplier relationships, identifying opportunities for cost savings, and ensuring that goods and services are delivered on time and within budget.

Price 264

Price Strategy Sourcing Real-time Visibility 264

Arkestro

JANUARY 23, 2024

Procurement managers play a key role in this rapid growth, helping organizations optimize costs, negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, and ensure financial efficiency. The best procurement managers are masters of risk mitigation and budget management, while also maintaining high quality standards and a competitive edge.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

It involves identifying needs, sourcing potential vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, negotiating contracts, selecting suppliers, managing relationships, and meeting obligations. Scope : Procurement spans the entire process from identifying requirements to contract closure. Purchasing is more transactional and tactical.

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Arkestro

MARCH 27, 2024

Resources / Blog / Unleashing the Power of Procurement Buyers: Delving into this Impactful Role Unleashing the Power of Procurement Buyers: Delving into this Impactful Role Buyers have always played an important role in the procurement industry, helping organizations obtain goods and maintain a careful balance of speed, cost-efficiency, and quality.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Manufacturers can off-set the effects of inflation and avoid passing on price increases to their goods and services by maximizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement function. In addition, our Contract Management module helps Manufacturers to easily track milestones and consumption in real time across multiple agreements.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 10, 2024

By leveraging technologies like machine learning, natural language processing, and neural networks, AI-driven solutions can help procurement teams work smarter, faster, and more efficiently. Enhancing contract management : Natural language processing enables AI to extract key data from contracts. This improves compliance.

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Jaggaer

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

A “wish list” was given in the area of supplier collaboration on the part of “mature procurement leaders”: Supplier enablement: accelerating time to value and driving supplier loyalty. Solutions that provide better alignment between supply chain and procurement management. Automated compliance management.

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Collaboration Suppliers Data supply chain software solutions 78

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

A successful procurement transformation involves a strategic overhaul of processes, technologies, and approaches to achieve greater efficiency, cost savings, risk management, and value creation. Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors, leading to faster and more accurate procurement cycles.

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Procurement Software

APRIL 2, 2024

You don’t need a 6-figure software budget or a large sum to hire consultants for implementation. There’s plenty of digital procurement solutions out there for every budget. So, we’re going to take a quick look at three different price brackets and examine what you can buy with this budget. Let’s dive in.

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Una

APRIL 18, 2023

This will only make matters worse, as a supplier bankruptcy will disrupt your supply chain. Consolidating suppliers during a recession can provide immediate cost savings, but having all your eggs in one basket carries risk. Focus on cost-saving initiatives The challenge is to find ways to cut costs without sacrificing quality.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

Most experienced Procurement Managers don’t enjoy performing administrative tasks and firefighting operational issues. And yet, poor operational efficiency in Procurement means that the typical Category Manager often spends at least a THIRD of their time performing “busy work” This is not an effective or efficient use of their time.

Supply Chain Efficiency 72

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Procurement is a function that is undergoing an exciting transformation in the majority of global value chains; simultaneously, within its own strategy, process, and technology. Poor Data Quality, Scattered Tech Landscapes, Lacking Leadership Approval/Budgets. Subscribe Here!

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JULY 20, 2023

It involves analyzing, planning, and executing activities aimed at maximizing value while minimizing costs. By effectively managing spend, Procurement & Purchasing Teams can drive cost savings, enhance operational efficiency, and contribute to the overall profitability of the organization. Conclusion: Congratulations!

Management 40

Management supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions Spend management 40

Spend Matters

JANUARY 5, 2024

Its approach uses an all-in-one spend platform that combines expense management, corporate cards, travel and business accounts. Spend Analytics AnyData Solutions is used for spend analytics, contract management, supplier relationship management and ESG/performance tracking. Read part 1 here , part 2 here and part 3 here.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

Most experienced Procurement Managers don’t enjoy performing administrative tasks and firefighting operational issues. And yet, poor operational efficiency in Procurement means that the typical Category Manager often spends at least a THIRD of their time performing “busy work” This is not an effective or efficient use of their time.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Procurement Category management 52

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2023

2) Effective risk management should be a priority After the Covid-19 pandemic, enterprises have been firefighting to manage risks and have invested in developing supply chain resilience. As per Zycus’ Pulse of Procurement Survey, risk management was the top procurement priority for CPOs in 2022.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

This time, we’ll be putting the spotlight on their Carrier Management Suite and taking a closer look at how it can help you to take a proactive approach to contract management, from ensuring compliance and negotiating rates, to controlling spend and improving relationships. 29.28] Predictions for 2023.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

You asked, and we are delivering – with another brand new mini-series, featuring the logistics expert, tech innovator and firm Let’s Talk Supply Chain favorite… Sifted ! If you have a carrier contract with agreed pricing, customized to your business, then monitoring is going to be valuable.”. 26.07] Jeremy’s final words.

Contract 52

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 26, 2023

Explanation of Spend Analysis and its Importance in Healthcare In the ever-evolving landscape of the healthcare industry, optimizing costs and maximizing efficiency has become paramount. In healthcare, where budgets are tight and patient care is the top priority, effective spend analysis holds tremendous value. Introduction A.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 2, 2023

If you’re new to the term, Managed Procurement Services refers to the outsourcing of a company’s procurement functions to a specialized firm. This approach allows businesses to leverage the expertise of procurement specialists to streamline operations, optimize supplier relationships, and most importantly, reduce costs.

Management 40

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 5, 2023

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the growing importance of sustainability and social responsibility, the role of procurement professionals has become more critical than ever. Improve spend management by implementing a buying plan Effective spend management is crucial for any organization’s financial health.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 11, 2023

Economic: From an economic perspective, sustainable procurement can result in cost savings through increased efficiency, reduced waste, and minimized risk of supply chain disruptions. Cost Savings and Efficiency: Sustainable procurement can lead to significant cost savings through increased operational efficiency.

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Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Raw materials 52

Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

It’s no longer about simply obtaining goods and services at the lowest cost, but also about adding value to the organization, reducing risks, enhancing sustainability, and promoting social responsibility. This is not just about understanding the current trends, but about envisioning the future of procurement.

Innovation 52

Innovation Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability 52

Una

OCTOBER 9, 2023

DOWNLOAD PLAYBOOK Table of Contents Introduction In procurement and supply chain, staying ahead of the game is not just a goal – it’s a necessity. Strategic sourcing takes into account a few key concepts: Total Cost of Ownership TCO shows how strategic sourcing looks beyond the initial purchase price.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 3, 2023

Introduction In the complex and fast-paced business world of today, Managed Procurement Services (MPS) have emerged as a key solution for enterprises seeking to streamline their operations, improve efficiencies, and achieve cost savings. Procurement is no longer just about purchasing goods and services at the lowest cost.

Innovation 52

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SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Procurement professionals play a vital role in driving operational efficiency, cost savings, and strategic decision-making. Choose between a broad overview of procurement and a focused course that focuses on certain topics like strategic sourcing, contract management, or supplier relationship management.

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Barkers Procurement

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

In parallel, it will also look at its expenditure meaning it is frequently the case that the Procurement function will be asked to commit incremental cost reduction to that which has already been budgeted, without the luxury of knowing its method of delivery. Now is critical, but once we get there, the future will be, too.

Procurement 52

Procurement supply chain software solutions Contract Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Empowering CPO

JULY 2, 2023

Managed procurement services, at the heart of this evolution, have become a linchpin for businesses aiming to streamline operations, maximize efficiency, and unlock new opportunities for growth. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential risks in the supply chain, ensuring business continuity and resilience.

Management 52

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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 31, 2022

E-invoices are more efficient than traditional invoicing as payments are received faster compared to the traditional method of invoicing. . SAP Ariba is a cloud-based procurement software that helps organizations to improve finance, sales, management, and collaborative spending. . E-Invoicing Software Tools in 2022.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

Where is procurement, outsourcing, sourcing, supply chain, and purchasing going? As we have all seen in the last few years, school districts across the United States are not making budget and there have been a lot of cuts. Blog post originally published at [link] Permission to publish provided by Theodore T. Another $1.5

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

And they’re not the only ones—other department heads are also increasingly budget-conscious, creating a new opportunity to partner with procurement for better budget management. The increase is directly correlated to the turbulent market caused by the pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and rapid inflation.

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Pipefy

MAY 23, 2023

Achieve a more efficient and integrated end-to-end P2P experience Pipefy for Procurement 7 must-have e-procurement features The prospect of implementing an e-procurement solution that comes up short of the functions you need is disheartening and frustrating. Life cycle management.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In the realm of efficient procurement management, understanding the various types of procurement reports becomes paramount. This blog aims to empower procurement professionals by shedding light on how each report contributes to enhanced transparency, accountability, and efficiency within the procurement function.

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