Arkestro

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Resources / Blog / From Reactive to Proactive: How Predictive Procurement Reshapes the Industry From Reactive to Proactive: How Predictive Procurement Reshapes the Industry The procurement workload is expected to increase by 10.6% How does Predictive Procurement Orchestration Work? The result?

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement plays a crucial role in the operational efficiency and sustainability of a business. From managing supplier relationships to ensuring cost-effective purchasing, the performance of the procurement function can significantly impact a company's bottom line and reputation.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement plays a crucial role in the operational efficiency and sustainability of a business. From managing supplier relationships to ensuring cost-effective purchasing, the performance of the procurement function can significantly impact a company's bottom line and reputation.

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Una

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Understanding Offshoring, Onshoring, Nearshoring, and Rightshoring in Procurement Explore the nuances between offshoring and other approaches to procurement and how each one can impact the bottom line, supply chain resilience and overall strategic objectives.

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

ChatGPT Inflation refers to the general increase in prices of goods and services in an economy over time, resulting in a decrease in the purchasing power of money. Inflation occurs when there is an imbalance between the supply and demand of money and goods. Money buys less than before How should procurement manage inflation?

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Arkestro

MARCH 27, 2024

After years of focusing on cost reduction, the majority of procurement leaders say they plan to spend more and increase workloads in 2024, meaning procurement buyers will have more power to influence change and optimize spend across the entire supply chain. But what does a procurement buyer do, exactly?

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 20, 2023

If you’re eyeing a role as a Procurement Manager (or are looking to hire one), you’re in the right place! As a procurement Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in overseeing the purchasing and procurement process for a company or organization, making sure they get the best bang for their buck.

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Skill Dynamics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

A crucial part of successful procurement strategies is the art and science of negotiation. Procurement negotiation refers to a buyer (usually from a company) and a seller (usually from a supplier) working together and discussing the likes of pricing, terms, conditions, and other aspects of a procurement contract.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Then, we’ll share some tips on how retailers can streamline and optimize procurement to ensure a successful holiday shopping season. A McKinsey survey found that 79% of shoppers are “trading down” this season, meaning they’re swapping purchases for cheaper alternatives or avoiding spending completely.

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Pipefy

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Strategic procurement, or procurement strategic planning, is a data-driven process that helps businesses align procurement and business goals. The result is greater supply chain predictability, more accurate decision-making, and better business agility. What is strategic procurement?

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Una

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Value Creation Through Digital Transformation in Procurement. The recent global pandemic exposed many economic vulnerabilities, not the least of which were weaknesses in many supply chains. Prioritizing a digital procurement strategy to gain competitive advantage. Supply chain optimization.

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Una

MARCH 14, 2023

Characteristics of a Procurement Intrapreneur Discover the characteristics of a procurement intrapreneur, and explore why intrapreneurship and group purchasing go so well together. By Hugo Britt | March 14, 2023 Search Since Una launched nearly 10 years ago, we’ve had conversations with every type of procurement professional.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 23, 2024

The global procurement market was valued at $6.15 Procurement managers play a key role in this rapid growth, helping organizations optimize costs, negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, and ensure financial efficiency. Supplier relationship management: Build and manage reliable supplier relationships for optimal performance.

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Una

JUNE 1, 2023

By strategically managing the acquisition of goods and services, they have the power to optimize costs, enhance operational efficiency , and boost overall profitability. Procurement serves as an excellent foundation for aspiring executives, providing valuable skills and experiences that can propel you towards leadership roles.

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Una

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

These “back-office” workers were seen primarily as clerical support, entering and tracking purchase orders and researching suppliers. And, like Milton, management assumed procurement people were happily left alone in dank office spaces, content having their red staplers by their side. Main benefits of strategic sourcing.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 23, 2024

Companies pursue supplier consolidation for a few key reasons: To reduce procurement costs by negotiating volume discounts and more favourable contract terms with fewer suppliers. To gain operational efficiencies by standardising and simplifying purchasing processes across fewer supplier relationships.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

This is achieved by helping business owners determine the right time to restock their items or purchase materials for production. Managing inventory effectively is crucial for cash flow management because it directly impacts sales (determining how much can be sold) and costs (deciding what needs to be purchased).

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Empowering CPO

MAY 6, 2023

The Evolving Role of Procurement in Businesses In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, procurement has emerged as a strategic function that goes beyond merely purchasing goods and services. This enables procurement teams to focus on strategic activities that contribute to the company’s growth and success.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 30, 2023

These technologies enhance productivity, optimize operations, and improve overall efficiency through integration. eCommerce The convenience and availability of e-commerce platforms greatly influenced the increasing appliance parts demand. Top 9 US Appliance Parts Suppliers Study Procurement Study Negotiations 1.

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Una

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Understanding cost savings Cost savings, as the term suggests, refers to the reduction in expenses achieved through various procurement actions. These actions typically involve negotiating better deals with suppliers , optimizing procurement processes, and finding cost-efficient alternatives for goods and services.

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Una

JUNE 1, 2023

By strategically managing the acquisition of goods and services, they have the power to optimize costs, enhance operational efficiency , and boost overall profitability. Procurement serves as an excellent foundation for aspiring executives, providing valuable skills and experiences that can propel you towards leadership roles.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 26, 2023

Introduction In today’s dynamic business landscape, effective procurement strategies are crucial for organizations to achieve sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge. Data-driven Decision Making In today’s data-driven world, the role of data in procurement has become increasingly significant.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 9, 2023

The Importance of Procurement in Business Procurement is the lifeblood of any business. It is the process of sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing the goods and services a business requires to carry out its operations. This can range from raw materials for production, to office supplies, to strategic partnerships.

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Procurement Software

APRIL 23, 2024

Mithra-AI’s innovative approach was recognised in 2023 when Spend Matters included them in their Future 5 list, highlighting the startup as one of the top five global innovative procurement startups. This accolade underscores their significant potential to influence the future of procurement technology.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Introduction In the complex world of procurement, where every penny counts, gaining a deep understanding of your organization’s spending habits is crucial to unlocking value and maximizing savings. By analyzing and scrutinizing your spending patterns, you gain valuable insights that can revolutionize your procurement strategies.

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Planergy

DECEMBER 29, 2022

That means working with agile partners, which most standard procurement strategies don’t account for. Marketing leaders must always be on the cutting edge, deeply understanding platforms, tools, new technologies, and options like influencer marketing. Use PLANERGY to manage purchasing and accounts payable. Download PDF.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Within this domain, spend analysis plays a pivotal role in enabling informed decision-making and optimizing procurement processes. Spend analysis involves the systematic examination of purchasing data to gain insights into spending patterns, supplier performance, and potential areas of improvement.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 11, 2023

The Importance of Sustainable Procurement In today’s rapidly evolving global economy, businesses and organizations must look beyond traditional procurement practices to ensure long-term success and positive impact. Sustainable procurement practices can encourage ethical behaviors and foster a more equitable global trade system.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Check out What Exactly Is Procurement? And What is Purchasing? There has been transformation in the Procurement function over the past decade. From the starting point of the traditional buy-sell, transaction-based purchasing, the practice has moved through stages of change that redefines most aspect of the business.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

These models are often accompanied by practices such as annual rate contracts, bulk buying, and just-in-time purchasing. The focus here is primarily on cost reduction, with procurement seen as a cost center rather than a value-add function. Case Studies of Innovative Procurement A.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 25, 2023

In the realm of procurement and supply chain management, one tool stands out as a game-changer — Spend Analysis. Spend Analysis is a process where procurement data from various sources are collected, cleansed, categorized, and analyzed. But what exactly is Spend Analysis?

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