Una

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Tim is the CEO and Co-Founder of DLA Ignite as well as the Author of Social Selling: Techniques to Influence Buyers and Changemakers. Tim Hughes on LinkedIn. Social Selling: Techniques to Influence Buyers and Changemakers. una.com | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube. Highlights. Connect With Us.

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Procurement Insights

AUGUST 3, 2023

Current and Active LinkedIn discussion stream started by Duncan Jones: [link] Voitek Szewczyke • Procurement Transformation I SCM Digitalization Regarding your last statement “…categories where the buyer has enough choice to consider ethical considerations”, I have a few thoughts.

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 26, 2023

EDITOR’S NOTE: While his profile on LinkedIn may suggest that Duncan Jones is (retired) from Forrester Research, the questions he poses and the insight he brings to the industry are as timely and powerful as ever. However, the reality is a simple, not easy situation.

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Una

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Paul recently shared a book he was reading on LinkedIn and sparked both an interesting online discussion and this podcast interview.

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Una

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Laura is the Director of Business Academy Online, specializing in CIPS procurement training, negotiation, influencing, and emotional intelligence. In this episode of The Sourcing Hero podcast, Host Kelly Barner welcomes Laura Scarfe.

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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

In fact, I cannot remember the last time I read a LinkedIn post or Tweet from anyone in the industry about product recalls and their impact on the supply chain. As a point of interest, I did a search on product recalls, and the only LinkedIn post that popped up was dated August 10th, 2023.

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Una

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

This all varies by CEO and is likely to be influenced by their functional background experience, general outlook on macro conditions, and relationships with other C-level leaders. What keeps CEOs up at night? How do they hear the messages being shared with them by different functional leaders and the market at large?

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 27, 2024

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following LinkedIn post by Tim Cummins, resharing a post by Sally Guyer, demonstrates that the Mars-Venus debate regarding which sex is better at negotiation continues. In May 2014, I posted an article on LinkedIn asking the question: Are women really better at negotiating than men?

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Una

AUGUST 23, 2023

Harnessing the Influencer’s Art to Raise the Profile of Procurement Practitioners can use the art of influencing to amplify their message beyond their own organizations to raise the profile of procurement. A great place to begin is to learn the art of self-promotion from social media influencers. Not always.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 19, 2024

Earlier today, I attended a LinkedIn Event hosted by Evalueserve. Data Science methods have influenced business decisions since their introduction to the world. I came across it by accident, but I am glad that I did. A BI project is likely to fail if the businesses are not interviewed correctly to gather requirements,” says Kippen.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 18, 2023

So, as always, we want to use this platform here on Blended to have these conversations, keep them top of mind and hopefully help to influence some positive change out in the world. Margo RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED: You can connect with Margo , Lisa , Jason , Caralynn and Jonathan over on LinkedIn.

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The Procuretech Podcast

APRIL 2, 2024

Connect with James on LinkedIn Follow Procurement Software’s LinkedIn Page Procurement professionals are advised to enhance their soft skills and strategic capabilities, in order to remain relevant in this evolving AI-driven landscape. If you want to learn more about Procurement Software, check out the useful links below.

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Procurement Insights

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Three years ago, I wrote a LinkedIn post asking, “Can procurement collaborate and innovate outside of a crisis situation?” Another factor that comes to mind is the influence of the consumer, e.g., voting with their dollars. ” – [link] With more than 90,000 views, it stimulated a great deal of discussion.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 21, 2023

In our digital age, where viral trends dominate, TikTok’s influence now extends to supply chain management. As TikTok and influencers gain prominence, they’re reshaping consumer behavior and marketing. Discover the Top 10 TikTokers reshaping how you view supply chains.

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The Procuretech Podcast

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

This new-found control allows us to redefine our place and influence at the table, which can ultimately magnify our impact. Connect with Laura Sellers on LinkedIn Check out Olive Sign up for the Procurement Software Newsletter Book an Intro Call and let’s talk all things Digital Procurement! Stay in touch!

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Una

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Read More How to Build Procurement Influence (and Why it Matters) A lack of procurement influence drives up company spend, impacts communication, leads to higher instances of maverick spend and procurement bypass, and damages supplier relationships.

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The Procuretech Podcast

JUNE 13, 2023

In this episode of the show, host James Meads is joined by LinkedIn "royalty" Tom Mills. Personal Branding in Digital Procurement – Tom Mills He's built a great personal brand online and has over 30,000 followers on LinkedIn. Mentors and influencers in the early 2000s procurement space. The personal brand is important.

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ivalua

JUNE 14, 2023

It is important to support this workstream through a team of key individuals: Sponsor: A high-level executive who champions the procurement application implementation, the sponsor provides critical support, resources, and influence. An Analysis by Ivalua Read More : What is Source to Pay Best Practice?

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Una

JANUARY 30, 2023

Until comparatively recently, procurement was seen as a back-office function comprised of people with little or no influence who simply reacted to “buy” signals from the business. Until recently, procurement was seen as a back-office function made up of people with little or no influence who simply reacted to “buy” signals from the business.

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Una

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Harnessing the Influencer’s Art to Raise the Profile of Procurement How to Build Procurement Influence – and Why it Matters How to Elevate Procurement’s Influence Across the Business How can we win talented people over to procurement? “It It depends on the generation that you are speaking to,” says A’Keela.

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Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In a previous post, I talked about press releases – more specifically, their effectiveness in influencing prospect and new client decision-making. Instead, real people with backgrounds you can check on LinkedIn. Multiple wins and direct-from-the-client feedback on why they chose Certinal. I like that!

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 16, 2024

Here are a couple of the more memorable ones: Does Age Influence Contracting Negotiation Styles? LinkedIn, May 2014) – Note: this post still holds the record for comments with 242. Procurement Insights, October 2010) Are women really better at negotiating than men? What Makes Someone A Good Negotiator?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 20, 2021

Supply chain has an immense influence on my distribution business. We attempt to influence whatever and wherever possible, including working with our vendor partners (the brands/products we distribute and sell) to improve their supply chain to ensure efficiency and ultimate profitability for all. What are you working on these days?

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The Procuretech Podcast

OCTOBER 30, 2022

We're continuing our mini series where we ask industry experts and influencers about everything happening in the digital procurement world. Connect with David on LinkedIn. Connect with James on LinkedIn. Follow Procurement Software’s LinkedIn Page. Welcome back to The Procuretech Podcast!

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The Procuretech Podcast

OCTOBER 23, 2022

We're continuing our mini series where we ask influencers and industry experts for their thoughts on everything that's happening in the digital procurement world. Connect with Melissa on LinkedIn. Connect with James on LinkedIn. Follow Procurement Software's LinkedIn Page. Welcome back to The Procuretech Podcast!

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Procurement Insights

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

EDITOR’S NOTE: This morning, I read a LinkedIn post by Rocco Manfredi titled “The Glengarry Glen Ross Sales Training Book, or How the Tin Men Taught Us to Sell (A Revisionist’s View).” ” Today’s post is my response.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 26, 2024

Leadership involves more than just managing people; it encompasses influencing, resolving conflicts, and effectively handling crises and sharpening these skills positions you as an effective and adaptable leader in supply chain management. Regularly update your LinkedIn profile with relevant experiences and accomplishments.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It was my time at Uber where I really started to understand how technology could influence the way objects behave and move in the real world. You can also connect with Beacon and keep up to date with the latest over on LinkedIn , or you can connect with Fraser on LinkedIn or X (Twitter). Check out our other podcasts HERE.

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The Good Spending

MARCH 22, 2023

I exploited LinkedIn contacts and groups. LinkedIn still brings over 70% of my blog readers. Most importantly, LinkedIn brought me the lead to the highest batch sale by far (25 books!) This is especially useful for points 3 and 4 to grow your LinkedIn network and establish yourself as an expert in thematic groups.

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Una

MAY 23, 2023

This, in turn, led to a new wave of opportunities and innovation that propelled Indirect Spend to the forefront of organizational influence. Group Purchasing held the key to unlocking the latent potential within Indirect Spend, revealing data about herself that she never knew.

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The Procuretech Podcast

OCTOBER 26, 2022

We're continuing our mini series where we ask industry experts and influencers about everything happening in the digital procurement world. Connect with Graham on LinkedIn. Connect with James on LinkedIn. Follow Procurement Software’s LinkedIn Page. . Welcome back to The Procuretech Podcast! Check out CASME.

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Procurement Insights

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The following discussion stream on LinkedIn regarding yesterday’s post on the technology adoption curve explains what siloed implementations are and how to avoid derailing procurement’s digital transformation efforts. Thinkers360 Top 50 Global Thought Leaders & Influencers on Procurement!

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The Procuretech Podcast

OCTOBER 16, 2022

We're continuing our mini series where we ask influencers and industry experts for their thoughts on everything that's happening in the digital procurement world. Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn. Connect with James on LinkedIn. Follow Procurement Software’s LinkedIn Page. . Welcome back to The Procuretech Podcast!

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In addition to his leadership at SDI, John is an esteemed member of the ConnexFM Technology Council, further testifying to his influence and commitment to driving technological advancements in facility management and beyond. And don’t forget to grab your free copy of the ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics Guidebook now.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 4, 2023

In today’s episode of Women in Supply Chain , I’m joined by Juliette Samson – a powerhouse supply chain and IT leader who uses transformational strategies to influence multi-million-dollar revenue growth. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED: You can connect with Juliette over on LinkedIn. 44.19] The future for Juliette.

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Procurement Insights

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In his recent LinkedIn post, Daniel J. Thinkers360 Top 50 Global Thought Leaders & Influencers on Procurement! .” – National Library of Medicine In my September 3rd post , I referred to the Black Box Challenge and how it has paralyzed many CFOs from embracing AI to the extent they should.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 15, 2020

With over 4 million views across the Website, LinkedIn and Twitter our content has continued to be highly recognized. The site is viewed as a key influencer platform in the arenas of Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement and Management. It is a must read place source for Professionals, Students and Experts alike.

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