Una

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Working With a GPO Makes You More Effective in Your Role Explore how working with a GPO will not only make your job easier, but help elevate you to become truly great at your profession. If you have aspirations to become the Clapton of procurement, you will need to use every tool at your disposal.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Purchasing Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing 52

Una

JULY 6, 2022

A guide to exploring the benefits of working with a group purchasing organization to save money, time and effort. Savings and beyond. GPOs also bring balance to the negotiating equation because they already have relationships and contracts in place with vendors and suppliers. We understand saving money is crucial.

Purchasing 92

Purchasing Category management Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency 92

Una

APRIL 15, 2024

So, why not outsource this job to a group purchasing oganization (GPO)? GPOs like Una take care of tasks including supplier evaluation, negotiation, and management, providing access to a reliable network of pre-vetted suppliers.

Suppliers 52

Suppliers supply chain budgeting Quality Risk 52

Una

MARCH 14, 2023

They are comfortable with uncertainty and willing to take calculated risks to achieve their goals. Did you know that partnering with a GPO not only saves money, but reduces risk ? Joining a GPO isn’t just about finding turn-key solutions that unlock immediate cost savings.

Procurement 97

Procurement Purchasing Innovation Risk 97

Una

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Sample Shipping Cost Analysis and Shipping Calculator. National shipping companies do tend to offer programs and discounts for small business owners looking to save on postage and shipping. You might be able to save with UPS if you ship a certain volume of packages. Shipping calculator to estimate savings.

Price 52

Price Contract Purchasing supply chain budgeting 52

Una

JANUARY 30, 2023

Expand the focus beyond cost savings Realistically, cost savings will always be in the top three priorities for procurement. It’s not easy to explain in under 20 seconds what we do, but it’s important to have an impactful “elevator speech” that explains procurement and the value can we generate beyond cost savings.

Procurement 98

Procurement Cost of ownership Influencing Purchasing 98