The Thomas Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Whether you're in need of new blood in your supply chain or trying to build up your list of diverse suppliers, Thomas can help save you time and hassle in sourcing exactly what you need. Not only does sourcing from suppliers with this designation help to support veterans, it also offers buyer companies a variety of other benefits.

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Procurement Heads

OCTOBER 17, 2022

You have been described in the business press as one of the ‘UK’s most influential business academics’, where did this all start for you and how did you get into procurement? I would like to think people now choose it as a career, but when I left school, I didn’t have a degree, I had done A Levels in art, English and history.

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Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

My New Year’s resolution was to spend more time on professional development. What made you choose a career in procurement and how much has procurement changed since you started 20 years ago? How procurement has evolved since seems just unimaginable. Procurement chose me. There are many benefits of this career strategy.

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ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2021

This approach ensures that business between a buyer and its suppliers is conducted in a manner that does not negatively impact society or the environment. . It requires companies to place a higher priority on their impact to the environment and society as compared to business and economic needs. Does Responsible Sourcing Pay?

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Procurement Heads

AUGUST 9, 2023

Their main client was the ministry of Justice and at the time the Ministry of Justice started to clamp down on how many consultants they were getting, as such Procuring’s main revenue stream dried up and we all kind of went our separate ways. If you were to say one area you see Procurement heading as the next big thing, what would you say?

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 30, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter 9 Best US Lumber Suppliers — Industry Outlook, Considerations, Pricing, and Reviews The US based Forest Economic Advisors, LLC (FEA) predicted a 16% US housing drop in 2023.

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The Thomas Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

food and beverage companies. As the newer generations move away from processed foods in favor of seeking healthier alternatives with cleaner labels, companies are adapting and pressing forward — t hat trend continues to grow at an excessive pace, signaling that some demands are more of a long-term standard.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 23, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter 12 Best Construction Equipment Suppliers 2023 — Reviews & Pricing A good house and building come from reliable construction equipment and materials. Their versatility is an advantage in heavy work.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

It is arguably true that supplier performance management is considered a business practice for measuring, analyzing, and managing supplier performance to reduce cost, and risk and also drive continuous improvement. Managing and optimizing a supplier’s performance is as essential as it is difficult. How is it possible?

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

For Procurement Heads ’ latest Big Interview, she spoke to Will Cooke about her career. How did you get into procurement? Following that, I did a year of what we call a co-op programme, which meant rotating between two weeks at my host company in France, and then one week at school and I really enjoyed it.

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Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

For Procurement Heads ’ latest Big Interview, she spoke to Will Cooke about her career. How did you get into procurement? Following that, I did a year of what we call a co-op programme, which meant rotating between two weeks at my host company in France, and then one week at school and I really enjoyed it.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 8, 2024

HP expanded its market to the Asia-Pacific region with five new online stores, focusing on delivering localized experiences across multiple geographies. Case Study 2: DeBra’s DeBra’s, an Australia-based company selling women’s undergarments, lingerie, and swimwear, experienced significant growth in online channels.

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Procurement Heads

JANUARY 25, 2023

Back then I was responsible for a large portfolio of international suppliers and it was fascinating to me. At the beginning of my career, I was in a large manufacturing environment and one of the things I enjoyed the most was going to the floor to see the processes and the logistics surrounding how we would deliver products.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

A successful business strategy dictates the allocation of resources and outlines how a company will achieve its strategic goals. Whether the organization is focused on developing new products or marketing an existing service to an under-served demographic, having a solid strategy will help an organization realize its long-term goals.

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The Thomas Blog

JULY 26, 2022

But even with the high demand and longevity in the industry, there are still challenges with running a business — whether it's maintaining relationships, building new ones, or generally trying to build a company that's going to last. Studies show that: 74% choose the vendor that was first to add value and insight to their problems.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 26, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Top 10 US Wholesale Jewelry Suppliers — Pricing & Reviews According to IBISWorld, the US wholesale jewelry market declines by 2.7% Now, it’s time to choose wholesale jewelry suppliers.

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Una

MARCH 6, 2024

In This Guide: Why Organizations Outsource From tiny start-ups to the biggest organizations, there are plenty of reasons why companies engage in BPO (Business Process Outsourcing): Save serious cash Cost reduction is a big reason why businesses outsource. Here’s another myth to bust: Outsourcing isn’t just for the big kids.

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Procurify

JULY 20, 2022

Although cost-saving has been a top priority for a long time, new requirements in procurement are surfacing and bringing challenges with them. So, what are the common challenges purchasing managers face today, and how can they address them? Companies that adapt to supply chain volatility can swim against the tide. .

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Our senior analyst Bertrand Maltaverne gave a well received presentation on the pitfalls of selecting the wrong procurement technology and highlighted the key criteria for choosing a procurement solution you won’t regret buying. Some highlights include: David Khuat-Duy, Ivalua’s CEO and founder, opened the day with a company update.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Many companies are looking for ways to add more sustainability in all aspects of their supply chain. After all, how are you supposed to identify the necessary changes if you do not understand what you already do in the process and what will lead to improvements. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer.

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Procurement Software

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Companies must actively seek out and employ brilliant minds to successfully navigate unfamiliar territories. The best performing companies now recognise that they must proactively adopt strategies to attract the very best in the field. Those who want to choose when and how they work are turning their back on traditional employment.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 15, 2023

At its core, procurement is about acquiring the goods and services a company needs to fulfill its business model. Conversely, an overemphasis on value creation could result in skyrocketing costs that erode a company’s bottom line. So, get ready to rethink procurement and uncover new opportunities for your business.

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Procurement Heads

JUNE 28, 2023

Amanda oversees the environmental impact of more than 15,000 suppliers that Mars works with, while also unlocking the possibility that their suppliers and partners can bring into the business and in connecting it to the company’s purpose.  How are we going to reduce this? What is going to need to happen? 

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Procurement Software

JULY 25, 2023

How do you see the end of the process? In Simon Sinek’s classic business book “Start With Why” , he outlines the mistakes many business leaders make by focusing on the “how” and the “what” rather than the “why”. Like many authors, he cites Apple as a case study of how they concentrate on the holistic goal of why they exist.

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Supply Chain Trend

DECEMBER 22, 2023

However, only 3% of companies apply automated execution and 7% autonomous end to end planning. These principles are a first guide around the WHAT not necessarily the HOW of Intelligent IBP. It will describe more of a new business model/approach, adaptions to the realities of todays world, using the possibilities of todays technology.

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Una

OCTOBER 18, 2022

For some companies, shipping is an unavoidable cost and many have had to face the sticker shock head on in order to remain operational. National shipping companies do tend to offer programs and discounts for small business owners looking to save on postage and shipping. How to lock in discounted shipping prices.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

It’s a key function within any business, big or small, affecting every aspect of operations, from production, to delivery, to customer satisfaction. It’s a strategic function that involves understanding market trends, analyzing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing relationships, among other tasks.

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Una

OCTOBER 9, 2023

How to Implement a Strategic Sourcing Process A play-by-play manual showing how to implement a strategic sourcing process that aligns with your organization’s goals, optimizes spend, and creates long-term value. At its core, strategic sourcing formalizes the process of finding, assessing, and choosing suppliers.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 17, 2022

Consequently, companies are becoming more focused on anticipating, reacting to, and planning for the unexpected through their supply chain strategies. More companies are digitalizing their supply chain. As companies digitalize their supply chain strategies, cloud-based technology will provide the adaptability to scale up quickly.

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Planergy

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Download a free copy of "Preparing Your AP Department For The Future", to learn: How to transition from paper and excel to eInvoicing. How AP can improve relationships with your key suppliers. How to capture early payment discounts and avoid late payment penalties. ESG Strategy and How Procurement Can Keep You Compliant.

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Planergy

JANUARY 19, 2023

How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. How to report and analyze indirect spend to identify savings opportunities. How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. How Pareto Analysis Works? Let’s take a closer look at how this works.

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Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

It is a head office really exciting role, and that can be cradle to grave so supporting them from requirements through to supplier management through to logistics right the way through. To anybody reading this who has typically worked in in-house roles how does it differ from working for a Management Consultancy firm?

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The Thomas Blog

JULY 12, 2022

Whether you are just starting with email marketing or you're already sending marketing emails every week, you know that emails are one of the best channels to sell — and smart marketers are always looking for new ways they can build relationships and grow revenue. Don’t introduce a new product or service before you’ve built a relationship.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In the realm of supply chain careers, there appear to be two distinct paths – those who stumble into it by luck and those who consciously choose to educate themselves, often through formal university programs. Regardless of how you find your way, a supply chain career offers unique advantages.

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The Procuretech Podcast

MAY 31, 2022

Let’s dive into the list… 10 Key Factors When Choosing A Procurement Solution. If you’re laser focused on a specific problem, for example contract management, or supplier relationship management, you’ll want something that can do the job well. How much time and resources will it take to implement a solution? Implementation.

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Planergy

JUNE 30, 2022

Download a free copy of "Preparing Your AP Department For The Future", to learn: How to transition from paper and excel to eInvoicing. How AP can improve relationships with your key suppliers. How to capture early payment discounts and avoid late payment penalties. How much can you really afford to allocate to them?

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

When your sourcing team chooses what to buy and who to buy from, are you selecting vendors who share the same social values as your brand? When fulfilling orders for customers, do you know how your packaging and shipping decisions impact the environment? How to get started with supply chain sustainability.

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