Procurement Tactics

JUNE 7, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Supplier Collaboration Software — What You Should Know The use of supplier collaboration software continues to rise as businesses grow and technology advances. However, what is it?

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ivalua

APRIL 23, 2020

Like every industry Procurement & Supply Chain software vendors are having to find new approaches in the pandemic world, and firms are coming up with ways of holding events virtually, some of which work better than others. The post Procurement & Supply Chain Experts lined up for Ivalua NOW Virtual 2020 on May 5th!

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

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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ivalua

MAY 21, 2025

Enterprise procurement teams face growing pressure to deliver strategic value – managing supplier risk, ensuring compliance, and supporting sustainability – all without sacrificing speed or control. They increase an organization’s efficiency during processes like sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, and spend analysis.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 22, 2023

That’s why for today, we will explore the differences between the sales order and purchase order and highlight some software commonly used to manage these orders. A sales order is a confirmation document a supplier/seller issued to the buyer. It includes supplier management, contract management , and spend analysis.

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TYA Suite

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Using a procurement management system is one practical strategy to strengthen these connections. This comprehensive guide explores what procurement management software is, its key features, its role in vendor relations, its integration with business processes, and the benefits it offers.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

One way of doing this is by leveraging Source-to-Pay (S2P) solutions, which can provide procurement with the tools needed to manage their supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost savings. Let’s explore further.

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Procurement Tactics

MARCH 16, 2023

Additionally, it involves a careful analysis of supplier selection, payment terms, contract negotiation, and acquisition of goods. Category Management Category management sorts your spending into areas with the same supplier markets. It enables the company to foster a deeper collaboration with its suppliers.

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TYA Suite

MAY 23, 2025

That is why an increasing number of firms are using Vendor Lifecycle Management Software. This kind of software helps by keeping all vendor information in one central system. Now let's discuss how the right software can solve these problems and bring real value to your business.

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ivalua

MARCH 16, 2020

As an international technology group with about 10,000 employees, Körber offers products, solutions and services that inspire. The close cooperation between supply chain management and internal stakeholders as well as external partners made a major contribution to this.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Building Stronger Relationship s : Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration A chain is only as strong as its weakest link—but what if you can’t evaluate the entire chain? Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.

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Spend Matters

MAY 27, 2025

The importance of integrating procurement and finance systems A major challenge for organizations is siloed procurement and financial systems which separately manage critical processes, such as spend tracking, budget planning and supplier risk assessment. To resolve this, companies need to do the following: 1.

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Procurement Express

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Procurement software tends to fall into one of three categories. There are enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, which are complex systems designed to help companies manage all ends of the supply chain. And finally, there’s purchase order-specific software. What is Procurement Software?

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Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Identifying the need for foundational technology and processes Before joining Utz as its SVP Procurement, Ron had been consulting with the Supply Chain department working on a number of different projects. For the third piece of tech, a contract management system, the Legal Department was a strong ally.

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ivalua

MARCH 24, 2022

Redwood City, CA – March 24th, 2022 – Ivalua, a global leader in spend management, today announced that it has been named a leader in The Forrester Wave : Supplier Value Management Platforms, Q1 2022. In today’s dynamic and uncertain environment, strong supplier relationships are a key competitive advantage. About Ivalua.

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ivalua

JULY 11, 2022

New release features AI-powered contract management, more seamless messaging and communications, supplier risk and performance enhancements and procure-to-pay efficiency . AI-powered contract management. On the AI front, Ivalua enhanced its leading CLM solution with AI-Powered Contract Data Capture.

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ivalua

APRIL 25, 2023

Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , and KPMG Norway today announced that Aker BP has gone live with Ivalua’s S2C and Supplier Relationship and Risk Management (SRM) solutions to streamline its direct and indirect procurement operations. Redwood City, CA, 25 April, 2023. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

By the end of this article, you will have an idea of the importance of procurement tracking in your business and which procurement tracking software you would want to utilize. Procurement Tracking is the process of monitoring and managing procurement activities. What is Procurement Tracking?

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Risks are guaranteed when dealing with a supply chain, but that doesnt mean you can afford to ignore them. Understanding and addressing any legal issues within your supply chain is vital to ensuring compliance with regulations and developing an effective chain that can operate efficiently and at scale.

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ivalua

APRIL 6, 2021

A Guide to Contract Management Tools and Processes including a guide to the key steps of the Contract Lifecycle Management Process and to the benefits that using Contract Management software can bring to your Procurement processes. An Overview of Contract Lifecycle Management.

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Planergy

MARCH 19, 2025

Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. How AP can improve relationships with your key suppliers. How better management in AP can give you better flexibility for cash flow management. Effective supplier management is essential for educational institutions. What is Supplier Management?

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Jaggaer

MARCH 20, 2025

RESEARCH TRIANGLE, NC, March 20, 2025 Rittal, one of the world’s leading system providers of electrical enclosures, power distribution, climate control, IT infrastructure, software and services, has confirmed JAGGAER for its procurement processes. Over time, the use of the software was gradually extended to other modules.

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TYA Suite

MAY 3, 2025

As I've experienced with NetSharx clients transitioning to Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS), scalable solutions allow businesses to grow without major overhauls, ensuring the procurement tool can support evolving needs and integrating emerging technology like AI and SD-WAN. Better records mean better outcomes.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

A successful approach requires careful assessment of supplier bids, followed by structured onboarding, continuous monitoring, and performance measurement. Since reverse auctions focus heavily on price competitiveness, this can be easily done with sourcing software tools. Automation can also play a role here.

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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 24, 2022

Supplier Networks — The Ultimate Guide of 2022. Supplier networks are important in the procurement industry to find your preferred supplier. In this article, we will discuss what supplier networks are. After this article, you will have an insight into what supplier networks are. What is a Supply Network? .

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 2, 2023

Supplier Selection Another key factor to consider when making a successful job order is by identifying the right supplier for your procurement. Procurement professionals can assess the prospective suppliers on the basis of their ability and commitment to comply with the criteria and metrics need for your business procurement needs.

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Procurement Insights

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

ERP or contract management). o9 Solutions o9 Solutions is a robust platform focused on supply chain planning , procurement analytics, and integrated business planning. supply chain, procurement analytics, AI-driven forecasting). global supply chains or high SKU counts).

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2023

If you’re a supply chain management professional, you’re probably aware of how important it is to continuously improve your skills and knowledge in this field. Fortunately, there are numerous courses available to help you develop your expertise in supply chain management, regardless of your level of experience.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

A Complete Guide Strategic sourcing is a data-driven approach to securing the best value for your organization from its strategic suppliers. The process creates efficiencies across all spend categories, minimizes supply chain risks through improved supplier selection and awards, while giving visibility into pricing and forecasting.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 19, 2023

Traditionally, to take on a role in procurement, you need a Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in a field such as purchasing management or supply chain management. Encouraging supplier collaboration by using portals and online platforms. But when you’re the leader of your own company, this isn’t necessary.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Redwood, CA, 20th December 2021 – Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, today announced that Canada’s largest co-operative, Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL), has gone live with its source-to-contract solution which includes a seamless integration to TealBook, the leading supplier data foundation.

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

Technology Adoption in Early Stages : Adoption of procurement software was growing but not yet widespread, with many organizations relying on manual or semi-automated processes. Procurement is no longer judged solely on cost savings but also on metrics like risk mitigation, supplier diversity, and innovation impact.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Everything You Need to Know End-to-end process and end-to-end solution may be one of the most overworked phrases in business and IT. The term refers to the entire journeyfrom finding suppliers and negotiating contracts to finalizing agreements and making the final payment for goods.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Introduction As global supply chains evolve, ensuring cost efficiency is crucial. One way to assess the cost performance of any function within the supply chain is through Cost Performance Index (CPI). Below are some key areas where CPI can improve supply chain efficiency: 1. A CPI of 0.83

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Spend Matters

MAY 29, 2024

Next, Clinton Hazziez, System VP, Supply Chain Operations and Strategic Sourcing of Baylor Scott & White Health, the largest non-profit healthcare organization in Texas, spoke about his organization’s digital transformation journey. Hazziez illuminated how the healthcare industry optimizes its supply chain.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 29, 2024

Are you interested in understanding how businesses effectively manage their supply chains? Look no further – this guide is here to help you grasp the fundamentals of supply chain management (SCM) and how it can lead to success.

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ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

Similar to how CRM manages everything around the customer, an S2P platform manages everything around the supplier. ​ It is a crucial process for organizations that are looking to streamline their procurement activities, better manage spend and suppliers and increase operational efficiency. What is Source-to-Pay?

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