Procurement Insights

JUNE 18, 2025

What Is the Hansen Fit Score? The Hansen Fit Score is a composite metric that evaluates how closely a ProcureTech solution aligns with Jon W. Hansen’s advanced procurement transformation models—specifically, the Metaprise framework, agent-based readiness, and strand commonality fit. Each provider is scored across these three criteria, and the overall score reflects their ability to deliver adaptive, collaborative, and data-driven procurement ecosystems.

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Future Purchasing

JUNE 18, 2025

The 2024 Global Category Management Report is an assessment of the current state of Category Management in Procurement. But instead of just comparing the current state to the past, it also aims to anticipate future challenges and priorities. Therefore, we included a question asking participants to identify their greatest challenge for category management in the future.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

Digital Opportunity for 3PL Logistics Operations! Supply chain software is a game-changing tool that offers immense opportunities for growth and success in the transportation services market. Nevertheless, the supply chain industry faces various challenges that can be effectively addressed through the utilization of high-performing software solutions.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 18, 2025

Digital transformation and ProcureTech implementation isn’t a one-way street in which the solution provider carries the sole responsibility for success. Practitioner digital maturity and readiness are actually the determining factors that will reliably predict outcomes. Or as I like to say, practitioners aren’t spectators or along for the ride regarding their digital success – they are the “true” drivers of it. 2025 Top Innovators (PRACTITIONERS): Company Rankings (

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Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

Subscribe How to Optimize Material Handling! In the age of digital transformation, the logistics industry is under constant pressure to improve speed, accuracy, and safety. From AI-driven inventory systems to robotic pickers, smart warehouse solutions are redefining how goods move. Yet amid these flashy technologies, one unassuming tool continues to play a pivotal role: the hand truck.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 18, 2025

MODEL 1 The Hansen Fit Score model provides a fundamentally different and more outcome-driven framework for matching practitioners with ProcureTech providers, compared to traditional models like Gartner Magic Quadrant , Spend Matters SolutionMap , Deloitte Tech Assessments , McKinsey Digital , and G2 Grid. Here’s a structured comparison that shows how and why Hansen improves outcomes : 1.

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Procurement Freelancers

JUNE 18, 2025

Why CEOs Should Review Their Top 10 Supplier Contracts Annually Summary: Strategic oversight: Annual reviews… The post Why CEOs Should Review Their Top 10 Supplier Contracts Annually first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 18, 2025

  Today I’m joined by Reveel , an organization with over 16 years of parcel agreement management expertise, that has generated over $500 million in savings for their clients. Reveel is the leading Parcel Shipping Intelligence Platform that enables companies to level the playing field with FedEx and UPS. Its unique technology enables shippers to break free of expensive parcel shipping consultants with an easy-to-use software app that brings transparency to the black box of carrier agreements.

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CPO Rising

JUNE 18, 2025

Did you miss Ardent Partners’ recent webinar, State of Procurement 2025: Reinventing Procurement for the Autonomous Age? The event featured a dynamic conversation between Andrew Bartolini, founder and chief research… The post Procurement in 2025 (Part Two): Obstacles Holding Back Business Execution appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT.

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Spend Matters

JUNE 18, 2025

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of AdaptOne, a supplier information management (SIM) solution built to help enterprises streamline supplier onboarding, compliance management and diversity tracking through a highly configurable workflow-driven platform. The supplier lifecycle management software market is vast and fragmented, with dozens of providers specializing in different aspects of SIM, supplier… This content is for members only.

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Product lead time is crucial in the life sciences industry and represents a key consideration for customers’ purchasing decisions. For this reason, BD Biosciences aimed to optimize its global supply and distribution network to reduce delivery lead time to customers and optimize its global inventory. How BD Biosciences was successful in reducing global distribution lead times between 30% and 60% in addition to: Increasing agility to prioritize urgent and ad-hoc customer requests Increasing global

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Supply Chain Digital

JUNE 18, 2025

As Zycus prepares for the return of its flagship Horizon event, it is calling on enterprises to reassess the role of procurement in the age of agentic AI

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

4 Reasons Nvidia Graphics Cards are Ideal for Gamers! If you are building or configuring an industrial PC, a lot of thought must go into what parts to choose. Every industrial PC is made for specific, unique purposes, meaning there is no correct answer when choosing the right parts. Instead, consider how to use the industrial PC and the best pieces to fit that purpose.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 18, 2025

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ContractSafe

JUNE 18, 2025

Summer's finally here! Time for some well-deserved rest, right? Well, maybe for some, but for many of us, especially when it comes to managing agreements, things can actually heat up. With more contracts flowing in and team members taking their vacations, there's a real need to keep everything efficient, compliant, and under control. This is exactly why having solid contract management processes and tools in place is key to a stress-free summer.

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Advertiser: GEP

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Supply Chain Dive

JUNE 18, 2025

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All Things Supply Chain

JUNE 18, 2025

For many businesses in customer fulfillment or consumer goods, maintaining smooth operations in today’s global climate has become increasingly challenging.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

Preventive vs Predictive Maintenance – Which is Better? (Infographic) Compressed air systems have become critical tools for businesses to operate efficiently. From boosting production to powering pneumatic tools and machinery, compressed air is a driving force within many industries. That’s why having reliable compressed air solutions is key to your company’s success.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 18, 2025

GROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 GROUP 4 GROUP 5 30 QUESTION: Which ProcureTech solution providers are ready to deliver practitioner success, and which aren’t?

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Explore how a global manufacturing organization steadily advanced its supply chain maturity – starting with basic transportation management and evolving towards a fully integrated, optimization-driven planning approach. Get an inside look at a multi-year 4PL collaboration journey, culminating in the implementation of 4flow TORO to unlock the full potential of early optimization in material and transportation planning.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

Managing Infrastructure Construction Projects Tips! A construction project requires a lot of planning and preparation if you want to complete it successfully. Even the most experienced construction managers can find it difficult to stay organized and maintain the highest levels of efficiency. Fortunately, there are several strategies that can help streamline construction projects, ensuring that you get them done on time and on budget.

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Pipefy

JUNE 18, 2025

Customer support continues to play a crucial role in shaping brand perception and loyalty. However, many companies still face challenges in meeting rising expectations for quick and accurate service. A McKinsey report (2023) highlights that two-thirds of millennials now expect real-time responses , while most customers look for consistency across service channels.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

How to Sell on Amazon! The Complete Guide! Venturing into Amazon selling and self-fulfillment? This guide is here to help! From establishing your warehouse to handling returns effectively, uncover crucial insights and effective strategies. This is your one-stop resource for mastering Amazon self-fulfillment and transforming challenges into opportunities, all while enhancing the shopping experience for your customers.

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Supply Chain Dive

JUNE 18, 2025

The analysis comes as Amazon is reportedly developing software for robots that could eventually ride in delivery vans and bring packages to doorsteps.

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Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

Subscribe How Cold Chain Differs Between the Food and Pharmaceutical Industries! When you open a cafe or a restaurant, there is a lot of behind-the-scenes stuff that needs to be figured out. How big are the ovens going to be? Are you going to have multiple fridges or one large fridge? As well as this, you will need to consider the kind of freezer that you have.

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Supply Chain Dive

JUNE 18, 2025

The video game console maker will have to navigate the all-important peak season as reciprocal duties from the Trump administration are slated to return.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

Understanding and Preventing Retail Cyber Attacks! Have you ever wondered how some businesses always seem to have their shelves stocked and organized perfectly? It’s no secret – they’re likely using retail merchandising software. But what exactly is retail merchandising software and how can it benefit your business? Managing inventory and organizing products can be a daunting task for any business, especially those with a large number of products.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 18, 2025

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

How to Compare Metal Fabricators! Done with precise and cutting-edge tools, metal fabrication is an important process in many industries. Laser cutting has become one of the most popular metal fabrication methods due to its accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness. This article will explore the benefits of laser cutting technology in metal fabrication processes.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 18, 2025

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 18, 2025

Here is the link to the Procurement Insights post referenced in the above image: Tell me how Agentic AI would have known to ask, “What time of day do orders come in?” 30 Something Else To Consider Why did I share the two Beatles pictures above?

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Advertiser: GEP

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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