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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

World of Procurement blog

Contract Negotiation After selecting the best supplier, the procurement team negotiates final contract terms like pricing, service levels, delivery timelines, warranties, and other legal and commercial conditions. Order Fulfillment Once a contract is signed, the supplier begins delivering goods or services as per the agreement.

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Business process management (BPM) examples

IBM Supply Chain Blog

Benefits: Automated claim processing Reduced processing times Enhanced visibility Compliance and risk management By automating routine tasks and implementing predefined rules, BPM enables timely compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.