World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement analytics is the process of collecting, processing, and analyzing data related to an organization's purchasing activities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and provide valuable insights into supply chain operations. Descriptive analytics can help identify patterns and trends.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement analytics is the process of collecting, processing, and analyzing data related to an organization's purchasing activities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and provide valuable insights into supply chain operations. Descriptive analytics can help identify patterns and trends.

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Procurify

JULY 20, 2022

If you are a purchasing manager struggling to meet your saving targets, you’re not alone. . According to a report by Ardent Partners , 2022 savings targets for procurement teams is almost 19% lower than the last year. Technological advancements are also rapidly changing the responsibilities of purchasing managers. .

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

How Inflation Impacts Procurement Inflation affects a number of aspects within the Manufacturing supply chain, including the ability to compete in the market, financial performance, and overall strategy. Manufacturers, take charge of your supply chain!

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 20, 2023

This includes tasks such as creating purchase orders, managing inventory levels, tracking shipments, and reconciling invoices. Supplier order management software, also known as “ purchase order management software” is a digital solution designed to simplify and optimize the supplier order management process.

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Una

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Have you ever been asked to “do more with less” in procurement? Perhaps the size of your team has been reduced, your function’s operating budget has been cut, or there is an organization-wide drive to eliminate waste and increase efficiency. Running a procurement function on a tight budget.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 2, 2023

A formal contract document that contains the detailed requirement for purchasing and obtaining goods and services, a job order is utilized with a view to ensuring that the desired goods or services are acquired in an orderly and efficient way. A clear budget 4. CERTIFICATE COURSES Related courses about this subject 1.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 4, 2023

To ensure that you get the best value for your money, it is essential that you get an understanding of the costs involved in producing a product or service. The model is also used to compare the actual cost of production to the estimated cost and to identify areas where costs can be reduced.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 28, 2023

In this article, we are going to explore what procurement tracking is, its importance in business and the tools to be used when conducting it for its efficient execution. These elements are the main focus of monitoring the procurement process of your company and are the factors that determine whether the procurement is efficient and feasible.

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Arkestro

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Getting a Thanksgiving dinner from farm to table is an intricately complex affair for food and beverage procurement teams, with supply chain shortages, inflation, and rising food costs affecting consumer decisions all playing a part. Supply chain, logistics, and supply all dictate how the market price shapes up.

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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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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

A successful procurement transformation involves a strategic overhaul of processes, technologies, and approaches to achieve greater efficiency, cost savings, risk management, and value creation. This results in better negotiation outcomes, improved quality, reduced costs, and enhanced overall value delivery.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 18, 2023

Since raw materials are expensive—accounting for anywhere from 50% to 70% of sales revenue for chemical companies —procurement is in the spotlight. Reducing costs in the industry by even a fraction has a huge impact on profitability. This means procurement will need to be innovative.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The pandemic wreaked havoc on businesses and their supply chains, but even in these trying times, there’s a silver lining. The job of sourcing professionals is to understand the risk in the supply chain and manage it so they can react quickly when a problem occurs.” But cost reduction is no longer sufficient.

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Arkestro

JUNE 20, 2023

Research-backed procurement strategies can help CFOs achieve their goals while minimizing risk exposure across global supply chains. By implementing the right strategies, CFOs can reduce costs while still maintaining high quality standards. With 36% of leaders prioritizing AI implementation in finance [1].

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Arkestro

MAY 9, 2023

Simply put, organizations still aren’t harnessing the power of technology to its full effect — and they’re missing out on countless opportunities to optimize spending, decision-making, sourcing, and results. As an increasing number of companies prioritize cost containment, the pressure is on for procurement.

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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 Tactics

OCTOBER 13, 2022

However, not many people know their real role in procurement. . We will discuss the role of strategic sourcing managers within the procurement team and their responsibilities in a company. Strategic sourcing is a part of the supply chain and puts an emphasis on customized solutions and strategic partnerships.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 12, 2023

It’s a time that can be both exciting and stressful for retailers, especially when many procurement teams face supply shortages, staffing shortages, and other day-to-day challenges. Then, we’ll share some tips on how retailers can streamline and optimize procurement to ensure a successful holiday shopping season.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 5, 2023

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the growing importance of sustainability and social responsibility, the role of procurement professionals has become more critical than ever. However, failing to strategically measure purchasing performance can have significant impacts.

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Arkestro

JUNE 6, 2023

On the one side, finance is concerned with keeping the company budget in the black. On the other side, procurement is concerned with keeping company operations running smoothly and judicially making the most of budgets. Ultimately, both want the same goal — ensuring business outcomes are positive, timely, and on-budget.

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Positive Purchasing

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Written by Jonathan O’Brien, leading procurement expert and CEO of Positive Purchasing Ltd. Jonathan works with global blue-chip organizations to help transform their procurement capability. We can’t get the stuff – how can we sort the supply chain out?

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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. By proactively addressing risks, organizations can safeguard their supply chains and drive efficiencies.

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Empowering CPO

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of procurement, organizations are turning to strategic sourcing services to navigate the complexities and achieve sustainable success. At EmpoweringCPO, we understand the pivotal role it plays in optimizing the supply chain, reducing costs, and fostering long-term competitiveness.

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Una

JANUARY 8, 2024

Boosting Business Growth With the Help of a Group Purchasing Organization A playbook for boosting business growth, moving beyond the outdated perceptions of procurement, and turning it into one of your organization’s most important sources of value. What if procurement wasn’t just about cutting costs and securing deals?

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Una

JUNE 22, 2023

Taking an Advisory Approach to Procurement An inside look at how Una, the nation’s fastest growing group purchasing organization, works to take an advisory approach to procurement. Far too often, however, procurement departments are overworked and understaffed.

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Procurement Software

APRIL 23, 2024

Located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the company leverages advanced AI technologies to enhance procurement processes, focusing on efficiency and data visibility. This functionality ensures that procurement teams can respond swiftly and effectively to changing market conditions, enhancing their strategic impact.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 28, 2023

As generative AI and other disruptive technologies continue to accelerate in 2024, embracing digital transformation in the procurement space will be imperative for success. Indeed, most procurement leaders are already planning to invest in these technologies. It’s no secret that 2023 was a tough year for procurement.

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Una

JUNE 8, 2023

The fact is that procurement teams can only do so much. We need to focus on those that are critical for maintaining a reliable supply chain, optimizing costs, driving innovation, improving efficiency , and supporting strategic objectives.

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Planergy

MARCH 2, 2023

Introduction To Tail Spend Analysis Tail spend analysis examines a company’s spending patterns and identifies opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency. The process of tail spend analysis involves analyzing data from various sources, including supplier invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and other financial documents.

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Arkestro

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

While certain industries continue to work around rising prices and supply disruptions, others are trying to take advantage of downward price pressures. Couple these with a broader climate of economic volatility and talent scarcity, and CPOs and heads of Manufacturing and Supply Chains have their work cut out for them.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 7, 2023

The executive component of S&OP is the eS&OP, where top management, middle managers, and specialists meet to balance supply and demand, align operational and financial planning, connect strategic planning with day-to-day sales and operations, and establish policy, strategy, risk, and budget changes via a disciplined discussion.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

From securing raw materials to procuring top-tier services, these purchases directly impact a company’s efficiency, productivity, and bottom line. From supplier relationship management to purchasing and payment processing, MPS providers cover a wide spectrum of procurement-related activities.

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Pipefy

MAY 23, 2023

In its long history , procurement has evolved from self-contained purchasing entities to an essential business partner handling processes involving several departments and many subprocesses. Below we’ll cover digital procurement solutions, essential features, and their benefits for optimized digital procurement workflows.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

In this environment, procurement is not just about purchasing anymore; it’s a strategic function that can significantly impact a company’s bottom line, reputation, and future growth. These challenges can put considerable pressure on procurement teams, leading to inefficiencies, cost overruns, and missed opportunities.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

In this environment, procurement is not just about purchasing anymore; it’s a strategic function that can significantly impact a company’s bottom line, reputation, and future growth. These challenges can put considerable pressure on procurement teams, leading to inefficiencies, cost overruns, and missed opportunities.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Managed procurement services , a game-changer in the industry, provide a comprehensive solution for businesses that need to improve their procurement operations. We’re a seasoned player in the managed procurement services field, committed to delivering top-notch procurement solutions to businesses across industries.

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