Procurement Insights

MARCH 23, 2025

The analysis covers key indirect spending categories including MRO, office supplies, facilities management, IT services, professional services, utilities, logistics, corporate travel, HR benefits, temporary labor, and outsourcing. Logistics & Transportation: 10% ($7.5 5% Logistics & Transportation $7.5 ingredients).

Supplier consolidation 52

Supplier consolidation Supply Chain Optimization Logistics Strategic sourcing 52

ivalua

JUNE 24, 2025

Now, let’s examine the differences between traditional ERP systems unfit for modern procurement organizations. While that makes them excellent for managing structured data and internal workflows, they’re not built to support the strategic demands of modern procurement.

Procurement 130

Procurement Real-time Visibility e2e Procurement team 130

Procurement Software

APRIL 27, 2025

Pricing for Specialised Procurement Tools is Within Reach Another major shift is the proliferation of these tools and the downward trend for pricing. Category-specific procurement tools are not out of reach anymore. Today, SaaS models and scalable platforms mean that specialised procurement tools can start small and scale as needed.

Procurement 52

Procurement Real-time Visibility Procurement team Price 52

Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Cloudia**: Provides digital procurement solutions, including e-sourcing and contract management, aimed at streamlining procurement operations. CEO (Former): Are Saarinen – [link] As of June 2021, **Are Saarinen** served as the CEO of Cloudia, a Finnish e-procurement platform.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 52

Procurement Insights

JANUARY 19, 2025

ManMan by ASK Group : Overview : ManMan was an early ERP system with procurement capabilities, used predominantly in manufacturing environments. Significance : As one of the pioneering ERP systems, ManMan set the stage for future developments in integrated procurement solutions.

supply chain software solutions 52

supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency e2e Eprocurement 52

Procurement Insights

JUNE 12, 2025

PwC Expertise Level : Emerging, Strategy + Survey-Led Why : Led the AI Agents in Procurement executive research series (2025). Referenced “strand commonality” in tax and automotive logistics circles (Austria branch). Strong interest in multi-agent orchestration, but less depth on theory than Deloitte.

Sourcing 52

Sourcing Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Planergy

MARCH 12, 2025

Simpler Logistics and Supply Chain Management With operations overseas, you run the risk of becoming too reliant on global supply chains. Nearshoring makes it easier to strike a balance between affordable labor and reduced logistics expenses. Nearshoring facilities regional supply chain continuity without compromising too much on cost.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions 52

TYA Suite

MAY 3, 2025

This process was slow, subject to human error, and made tracking orders a logistical nightmare. Detailed procurement analytics, spend analysis, and seamless integration with accounting and ERP systems make TYASuite a complete procurement solution for modern businesses. and manage your purchasing history.

Purchase orders 40

Purchase orders Purchasing Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting 40

Let's Talk Supply Chain

MAY 19, 2025

A ten-year veteran of ProcurementIQ, Anthony specializes as a procurement transformation partner and spearheads initiatives with clients to centralize procurement functions and drive strategic sourcing efforts. Lyle Dixon, Senior Vice President of Business Development.

Purchasing 52

Purchasing Data Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

TYA Suite

MAY 3, 2025

Being able to track procurement in real time helps you make faster, smarter decisions. A good procurement solution lets you track supplier history, manage communication, and hold vendors to agreed terms. When selecting the best procurement software, businesses should prioritize robust cybersecurity measures.

supply chain software solutions 40

supply chain software solutions Real-time Visibility Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency 40

Planergy

MARCH 18, 2025

Procurement Items like textbooks, computers, cleaning supplies, and food come from vendors. The schools procurement team ensures schools can order the necessary items while maintaining the budget and standards. Storage and Inventory Management Specific resources, like office supplies and food, require storage for future use.

supply chain budgeting 52

supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 52

Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

What does an E-Procurement solution do? E-procurement solutions use an electronic interface to automate, guide and approve the purchase and reception of products and services. Top performing vendors also support BOLs and integrations with logistic providers and barcode scanning to automate receipt creation.

Procurement solutions 98

Procurement solutions Procurement supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility 98

Spend Matters

JANUARY 5, 2024

Navigating the Nexus: Supply chain risk and Scope 3 carbon emissions assessments Traditionally, the aim of managing supply chain risk was to increase the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of logistics networks. For granular analysis and comparisons of procurement technology solutions, subscribe to Spend Matters Insider.

Procurement solutions 113

Procurement solutions Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Raw materials 113

Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 22, 2023

EDITOR’S NOTE: I am going to share the following post with you. After reading it, tell me which one of the four options in the title of today’s post applies (see poll below). Sam Kashani, VP, Global Operations – FMCG at Too Good To Go Exciting news – Apple names Too Good To Go as one of the best apps in the world!

Procurement solutions 69

Procurement solutions Logistics Supply chain Procurement 69

Jaggaer

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Whether you’re in charge of ordering the “things” or managing how and where those things get from A to B, both sides of the procurement equation stand to benefit from freight procurement automation. For more on JAGGAER’s Advanced Sourcing Optimization solution, download the datasheet.

Procurement solutions 40

Procurement solutions Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions 40

ivalua

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The 140 year-old company has a strong market position; large volume provides necessary scale and competitive advantages in purchasing, sales, logistics, and business support. billion in annual sales. “The unique configurability of the Ivalua platform was a key success factor for our project.”.

Procurement 130

Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

SCMDOJO

MARCH 27, 2024

That includes inventory tracking, order management, demand forecasting, and logistics planning. 2 Magaya Supply Chain Another logistics and supply chain management tool is the Magaya Supply Chain. Pros: Comprehensive features set covering a wide range of logistics needs. These often offer a competitive edge for businesses.

supply chain software solutions 98

supply chain software solutions Supply chain management Supply chain management Supply Chain Efficiency 98

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

Budget and Cost Control Procurement expenditures, monitoring variations in the cost and identifying opportunities for savings, and avoiding unnecessary costs shall be monitored in accordance with the approved budget. It also ensures that the procurement process is aligned with financial targets and objectives.

Supply Chain Efficiency 178

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions supply chain budgeting 178

Jaggaer

JULY 10, 2024

By leveraging advanced technologies and innovative methodologies, the collaboration aims to streamline and optimize the procurement and supply chain processes, enhancing efficiency and driving unparalleled value for manufacturing, financial services, life sciences, transportation and logistics and energy and utilities sectors across the region.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Eprocurement Buyers 52

Una

JANUARY 4, 2023

In addition to negotiating discounts, group purchasing organizations may also provide other services such as supply chain management , procurement consulting, and logistics support. Tools like Drift and Calendly speed up the process and remove bottlenecks so our members can reach us when they need us.

Purchasing 92

Purchasing supply chain budgeting Procurement strategies Contract 92

Procurement Insights

AUGUST 14, 2024

Supporting the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) during a rail strike requires a procuretech provider that offers strong supply chain visibility, risk management, and flexibility in sourcing and logistics. Flexible Procurement and Logistics Solutions 4. Here’s why: 1. Comprehensive Supplier Network 2.

Real-time Visibility 49

Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization 49

Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

To compare product strengths and weaknesses, try Spend Matters TechMatch to directly assess the capabilities of digital procurement solutions. For more information on procurement tech, services and vendors consult Spend Matters comprehensive free directory.

Procurement 98

Procurement Real-time Visibility Purchasing Inventory 98

Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 14, 2024

They were included in the2024 ProcureTech100, a list curated by ProcureTech in association with Kearney highlighting the top 100 pioneering digital procurement solutions globally. By providing practical tools and data, ProPurchaser enables users to make informed decisions and achieve favorable outcomes in their procurement activities.

Price negotiations 64

Price negotiations Negotiation supply chain budgeting Price 64

Let's Talk Supply Chain

JUNE 5, 2023

Logward is a logistics technology company offering supply chain management as a service, delivering end-to-end visibility as well as control over freight shipments through cloud based solutions. 22.23] A closer look at Logward’s Sourcing Solutions – what they do, the key features and benefits.

supply chain budgeting 59

supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions e2e Supply Chain Optimization 59

Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Tracking and relaying the data of environmental impact, cost-of-production, logistics for post production, laborers who produced the goods ( techcrunch 2016 ). Warehouse management and logistics efficiency, avoiding over-stocking and streamlining waste reduction. Monitoring supplier actions. Source: Deloitte.

Supply Chain Efficiency 61

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Procurement Procurement team 61

Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Our expert team works alongside your organization, offering comprehensive and customized procurement solutions that align with your business goals. Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Supplier relationship management 52

Jaggaer

DECEMBER 24, 2019

In addition to managing the expenses, timelines, logistics and vendors, you have to consider change management and user expectations. JAGGAER’s decades of experience implementing procurement solutions provide a unique perspective on IT projects, why they fail, and what you can do to prevent your project from succumbing to the same fate.

Project management 67

Project management Purchasing Budget Procurement solutions 67

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Supply Chain Management (SCM) Software SCM software offers a comprehensive view of the supply chain, enabling companies to manage logistics, production, and distribution more effectively. Cloud-Based Procurement Solutions Cloud technology has made procurement systems more accessible, scalable, and secure.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions 52

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Supply Chain Management (SCM) Software SCM software offers a comprehensive view of the supply chain, enabling companies to manage logistics, production, and distribution more effectively. Cloud-Based Procurement Solutions Cloud technology has made procurement systems more accessible, scalable, and secure.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions 52

Empowering CPO

MAY 5, 2023

The Shift Towards Digital Procurement The advent of digital technologies has brought about significant changes in procurement practices. Organizations have started to adopt digital procurement solutions that streamline and automate many of the previously cumbersome manual processes.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility 52

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. Read his recommendations in eWorld: first dispatch.

Procurement 104

Procurement Supply Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 104

Una

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In addition to negotiating discounts, group purchasing organizations may also provide other services such as supply chain management , procurement consulting, and logistics support. Tools like Drift and Calendly speed up the process and remove bottlenecks so our members can reach us when they need us.

supply chain budgeting 81

supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 81

Spend Matters

JUNE 19, 2023

Direct materials sourcing is a focused view of sourcing solutions that emphasizes Bill-of-Materials (BoM) management, cost modeling, SCM/PLM integration (process and data) and other aspects related to the acquisition of direct materials and the design of the extended inbound supply network.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Bidding Price Suppliers 98

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Given the involvement of third parties and the numerous consequential efforts in procurement, it becomes crucial to prevent any shortcomings in processes to ensure logistical success. What is the category management in procurement? Category Management plays a vital role in every business, regardless of its size.

Cost of ownership 98

Cost of ownership Procurement Category management supply chain software solutions 98

Procurement Insights

MAY 27, 2024

It is the only available solution that gives supply chain managers and executives end-to-end visibility with a single version of the truth, using one data model, from inbound supply to outbound order fulfillment and logistics, matching demand with available supply in real-time.” ” 30

Real-time Visibility 81

Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions e2e Supply Chain Efficiency 81

Empowering CPO

JULY 5, 2023

Risk Management: Managed procurement service providers are adept at identifying, assessing, and managing potential risks related to supplier relationships, contracts, and market fluctuations. With paper-based systems, the procurement cycle was long, supplier data was disorganized, and visibility into procurement operations was limited.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Management Procurement Real-time Visibility 52

The Procuretech Podcast

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Shipzero tracks and manages transport emissions, helping freight buyers and logistics managers to have more transparency around their shipping data. . The increasing cost, especially of ocean freight, is making companies reconsider lengthy supply chains where historically the logistics cost was not a major factor. Carbmee website.

Risk management 40

Risk management Risk Supply Chain Efficiency Management 40