Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

It made me wonder if and how the C-Suite view of procurement has evolved over the past 14 years. Starting with the CFO, then the CIO, CEO, and The Board, here is the outline of changes in how top executives view procurement going forward in 2025. Analytics and insights from procurement data were minimal.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement 52

Procurement Heads

OCTOBER 31, 2022

His colleague, Jack Birch , Senior Manager – Interim Recruitment, shares his update on David’s insight and looks at: Why interims are still in demand IR35 – the repeal of the repeal and its impact Where we are currently seeing demand for interim procurement and supply chain professionals Current interim procurement professional day rates.

Demand 246

Demand Supply chain Supply chain resilience Procurement 246

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

The Role of Agentic AI in Supply Chains Supply chains are dynamic and complex, requiring continuous decision-making across multiple functions, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and demand forecasting. Agentic AI takes this a step further by enabling autonomous supply chain systems.

Supply Chain Efficiency 62

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 62

Procurement Insights

APRIL 4, 2025

Below is a ranking from highest to lowest focus on procurement and supply chain practices, as of April 4, 2025, based on their stated missions, agendas, and historical emphasis. CPO roundtables, SIG University workshops) and real-world procurement execution (e.g., It focuses on practical supply chain challenges (e.g.,

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Supply chain Procurement 52

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Procurement Priorities for 2025 and Beyond The manufacturing industry is evolving rapidly, leaving Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) grappling with challenges that could make or break their organizations. Amid economic uncertainties and geopolitical shifts, procurement leaders face mounting pressure to drive sustained growth.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Real-time Visibility 52

ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Procurement Rising: The Silent Inflation Tax on Manufacturers February 27, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley Last year, the Consumer Price Index was the highest it has been in four decades, making inflation one of the most concerning macroeconomic factors facing the business world today.

Real-time Visibility 130

Real-time Visibility Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting 130

Planergy

MAY 8, 2025

4][5] Supplier Portals Enhance Collaboration: Digital supplier portals are now in use across 35% of procurement platforms. 4][5] Supplier Portals Enhance Collaboration: Digital supplier portals are now in use across 35% of procurement platforms.

Strategy 52

Strategy Real-time Visibility Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Procurement Insights

MAY 10, 2025

Procurement Insights isnt just an opinion engine. Its the institutional memory of the procurement profession and the only advisor offering contextual guidance built from decades of archived intelligence. It fills critical gaps in depth, agility, and contextual insight that most traditional analysts and association models overlook.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 52

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The world of procurement is constantly evolving, demanding professionals with the right skills and knowledge. Moreover, two popular options often considered are the MCIPS qualification from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) and the Procurement Track offered by SCMDOJO.

Procurement 54

Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 54

Procurement Insights

APRIL 25, 2025

As both a practitioner, provider, and industry analyst with 43 years in high-tech and procurement, I was recently asked the following two questions: Are you suggesting that you could do a better job of reversing the high generational failure rate of ProcureTech solutions? From The Sidelines To. And just remember, YOU asked me!)

Supply chain resilience 52

Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting Risk management 52

Future Purchasing

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Public procurement departments are navigating a complex landscape of challenges, including regulatory shifts, inefficiencies, difficulty building resilient supply chains, and an increasing demand for sustainability and transparency. There are over 300 regulations relating to public procurement in the UK.

Innovation 52

Innovation Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Category management 52

Jaggaer

APRIL 16, 2025

How Intake and Orchestration AI Are Reshaping Procurement If youve been paying attention to technology developments in procurement, youve probably come across the term Intake & Orchestration. They now expect procurement to follow suit, with solutions that are not just smarter, but increasingly self-driving.

Procurement 52

Procurement Demand Planning Data interpretation Supply Chain Efficiency 52

ivalua

MAY 31, 2022

Reviewing pandemic responses and strategies, some CPOs and Procurement teams managed a bit better than their peers as uncertainty and change mounted. But most sourcing and procurement teams need to pivot and modify the way they handle SCM decisions. Why is Supplier Information so important?

Suppliers 246

Suppliers Supplier relationship management supply chain software solutions Agile and Lean Supply Chain 246

ivalua

MAY 6, 2021

The past few years have been a boon for procurement, which has become increasingly strategic and critical to business. The pandemic has accelerated this trend, with the Procurement function front and center in the fight to ensure supply chain resilience and continuity, reduce costs and protect the bottom line.

supply chain software solutions 130

supply chain software solutions Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 2, 2025

Let’s set sail on a journey towards efficient and effective supply chain management. By harnessing the power of data analytics and strategic insights, organizations can proactively mitigate the impact of tariffs on their supply chains while enhancing‍ operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Supplier relationship management 52

Supplier relationship management Data Suppliers Management 52

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Complete Source to Pay cycle and Strategic Sourcing Guide An optimized Source-to-Pay (S2P) process helps businesses enhance procurement efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supplier collaboration. Steps, Benefits, and Best Practices S2P covers the entire procurement lifecycle, from supplier selection to final payment.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Real-time Visibility 52

ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

What are the pros and cons, and what supply chain strategy will pave the way to higher margins, improved supply chain risk management in healthcare and improved patient care? That’s the question we set out to answer in our recent panel discussion with Procurement and Supply Chain experts.

supply chain budgeting 221

supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency 221

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

Last week, Ivalua partnered with Ardent Partners to discuss Procurement 2022: Big Trends and Predictions. . Procurement 2022: Big Trends and Predictions. #1. Enterprises will continue to undergo the financial burden of revenue disruptions, consumer , and uncontrolled supply chain variables. . View Webinar Replay.

Procurement 130

Procurement supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 130

ivalua

MARCH 24, 2022

Supplier Value Management (SVM) platforms include the various applications used to automate and manage activities with suppliers, including Supplier Risk & Performance Management (SRPM), Source-to-Contract (S2C), and Procure-to-Pay (P2P).

Suppliers 130

Suppliers Management Supply Chain Efficiency Spend management 130

ivalua

DECEMBER 14, 2020

What we learned about agility and resilience can be applied to future-proof the source-to-pay (S2P) process and help organizations meet any new challenge with confidence. It also requires a focus on procurement-supplier relationships, and striving to be the customer of choice for your suppliers.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions supply chain budgeting Procurement 130

ivalua

JUNE 15, 2022

The global supply chain is undergoing an incredible transformation that will change the way we do business. Today, organizations are looking to build supply chain resilience and maximize opportunities for growth as we pivot and prepare for unexpected global events. . Körber at a Glance…. 2B EUR Revenue in 2021.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Agile and Lean Supply Chain Innovation 130

Procurement Insights

APRIL 18, 2025

This is due to factors such as fragmented procurement, lack of centralized contracts, supply chain disruptions, and rapid adoption of new technologies 3 5. Direct materials are usually managed with formal procurement processes and long-term contracts, which dampen price volatility and create predictability.

Price 75

Price Demand Supply chain Real-time Visibility 75

Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 15, 2020

The Digital Supply Chain Road is Full of Potholes, Construction and Accidents! Digital Procurement article, and permission to publish here, provided by Sam Jenks at kodiakrating.com. Fact: A digital procurement roadmap is a cornerstone of any procurement organization’s digitalization journey. Don’t Panic!

Procurement 111

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain 111

ivalua

MAY 17, 2023

This year, our discussions covered Invoice Automation, Scope 3 Emissions, Contract Management, Supply Chain Collaboration, Indirect/Services Procurement, and Supplier Management–Customer of Choice. With its strategic advantage, procurement is poised to be the driving engine in our collective journey towards success!

Supply chain resilience 130

Supply chain resilience Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 130

ivalua

JUNE 29, 2021

Supplier diversity programs are something many procurement professionals in the United States (U.S.) have accepted as a key element of procurement. These programs are as familiar to procurement professionals as concepts like spend analysis or category management. Part I: Building Business Cases and Driving Momentum.

Business strategy 162

Business strategy Suppliers Strategy Ethics 162

Procurement Heads

OCTOBER 31, 2022

His colleague, Jack Birch , Senior Manager – Interim Recruitment, shares his update on David’s insight and looks at: Why interims are still in high demand IR35 – the repeal of the repeal and its impact Where we are currently seeing demand for interim procurement and supply chain professionals Current interim procurement professional day rates.

Demand 130

Demand Supply chain Supply chain resilience Procurement 130

Procurement Tactics

DECEMBER 21, 2022

33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2023. Financial Supply Chain — The Ultimate Guide of 2023. Supply chain collaboration is definitely new to many newcomers in the supply chain industry. It may be an overused term in the supply chain but still confuses a lot of people. . LEARN MORE.

Collaboration 199

Collaboration Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 199

Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

These awards celebrate the innovative ways our customers leverage our technology to transform their procurement operations and drive business value. These procurement leaders are identified and highlighted for others to seek out during the REV2025 event.

Supply Chain Optimization 52

Supply Chain Optimization Eprocurement Supply chain resilience Contract 52

Procurement Leaders

JUNE 13, 2022

was set up by the UK Government to design and construct the railway and is responsible for procuring and coordinating a supply chain of designers and contractors to deliver billions of pounds worth of contracts. As a public funded project, supply chain transparency is critical. Develop the supply chain.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply Contract 130

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?

supply chain software solutions 130

supply chain software solutions Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency 130

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

A well-managed supply chain does not just survive crises it thrives in them. Why Project Management is Essential for Supply Chain Resilience The approach provides a structured approach to handling complex tasks, timelines, and resources.

Project management 87

Project management Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 87

TYA Suite

MAY 3, 2025

Discover the pivotal elements that can transform procurement into a strategic asset for any organization. Automate and Plan the Purchase Process In my experience as the CEO of NetSharx Technology Partners, one of the primary features businesses should look for in procurement systems integration capability.

supply chain software solutions 40

supply chain software solutions Real-time Visibility Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency 40

ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives. She also explained how Ivalua was instrumental in making that happen.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization Sustainability 130

ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives. She also explained how Ivalua was instrumental in making that happen.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Risk Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Strategies for Building Resilient Supply Chains Recurring disturbances in recent years have highlighted the need for manufacturers and contract manufacturers to build resilience into their supply chains. Decision-makers must plan supply chain resilience strategies for a wide range of risk scenarios.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Procurement Heads

DECEMBER 15, 2022

For Procurement Heads ‘ latest Big Interview, James spoke with James Dobbin about all things procurement – including his own procurement career, insights into Portland, current hot procurement topics and what he looks for when hiring into his team. How did you get into procurement?

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Supplier relationship management Contract management Supply chain 130

SCMDOJO

MAY 27, 2025

RSupply chains run on more than trucks and warehousesmoney drives the innovation that keeps goods moving. Most investors see opportunity when technology and logistics converge, especially as private equity takes a front seat in procurement, distribution, and manufacturing. How do smart teams spot red flags before contracts get signed?

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supply chain software solutions Risk Supply chain Innovation 40