SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Procurement People should learn the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Process. Procurement professionals can contribute significantly to the S&OP process by providing valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, identifying potential risks, and optimizing sourcing strategies.

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ProcurePort

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Most of the production companies engaged in the distribution have both procurement and sales […]. The post Supplier Relationship Management vs Key Account Management: Is There a Difference? appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.

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ivalua

MAY 31, 2022

Reviewing pandemic responses and strategies, some CPOs and Procurement teams managed a bit better than their peers as uncertainty and change mounted. These teams were able to quickly communicate and negotiate with their key suppliers to establish a “supplier of choice” solution. . Learning from Supplier Relationships.

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Art of Procurement

AUGUST 22, 2024

Relationships are the glue that bind the modern networked supply chain together. The post What is Supplier Relationship Management in Procurement? appeared first on Art of Procurement. In a world where market conditions can change.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 13, 2025

But once again, is Practical Procurement Utilization taking a back seat to Progressive AI Theories? That said, I thought it would be interesting to compare our respective backgrounds in the context of procurement and supply chain focus, and more specifically, the practical application of AI, Generative AI, and Agentic AI.

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Spend Matters

MAY 13, 2025

We introduced our series on aligning finance and procurement for cash flow optimization and liquidity in this Executive Summary. We then outlined the components of Phase 1: Understanding the Foundations , looking at the differing priorities of finance and procurement and how they might be aligned.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Supplier relationship management is a business strategy utilized by organizations to strategically build relationships with their suppliers that are mutually beneficial. The entire relationship needs to be considered from the point of view of growth. The three pillars that are key to SRM are as follows: 1.

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Positive Purchasing

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The UKs procurement landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of The Procurement Act 2023, which goes live this February. This new legislation is poised to reshape public sector procurement by offering greater flexibility, enhancing transparency, and emphasizing social value. Lets explore.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Resources / Blog / 5 Procurement Industry Trends to Watch in 2025 5 Procurement Industry Trends to Watch in 2025 In recent years, the procurement industry has undergone unprecedented transformations driven by the adoption of digital transformation, big data, and advanced technology like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and automation.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

The scope of the project includes a number of modules such as supplier relationship management and risk, sourcing, and eProcurement, including guided buying. “We

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Art of Procurement

DECEMBER 1, 2024

The post Is Supplier Relationship Management the Key to Procurement’s Success? appeared first on Art of Procurement. “If you want to be a customer of choice, it’s not going to come down to the contract, it’s going.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 8, 2025

For example, SAP Ariba uses AI for supplier risk scoring, but its core mission is procurement, not AI development. As noted in your earlier query, Dashworks could pair with ORO Labs to add S2P capabilities, while Certinia could leverage SAP Ariba for broader procurement automation.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Modern procurement professionals need to be among some of the most highly skilled workers in any organization, and we want to help you identify exactly what essential procurement skills you need to lead your team as the industry continues to grow and evolve. Ethical sourcing is a huge part of this.

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RPF360

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Procurement technology includes a range of interesting solutions including contract management, data sources, RFP management systems, spend analytics and more. Explore our favorite procurement technology solutions in this blog. The post The top 23 procurement technology tools for 2023 appeared first on RFP360.

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

I asked Chat GPT about Procurement Leadership and I have to say the response is good! Who are the procurement leaders? ChatGPT As an AI language model with a knowledge cutoff in September 2021, I can provide you with information about prominent procurement leaders up until that time. As the CEO of Apple Inc.,

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Procurement Insights

MAY 3, 2025

Below are the oldest procurement blogs identified from the web results, ranked by their earliest documented or implied launch date, with details on their content, longevity, and relevance to procurement professionals. Content: Covers procurement technology (e.g., organizational founding, industry presence).

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Procurement Software

MARCH 16, 2025

Digital procurement tools offer both immediate benefits and long-term returns. Below are ten areas where digital procurement can deliver almost immediate improvements. Better Data One of the biggest advantages of digitising your procurement operations is improved data quality.

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The world of procurement is constantly evolving, demanding professionals with the right skills and knowledge. Moreover, two popular options often considered are the MCIPS qualification from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) and the Procurement Track offered by SCMDOJO.

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Procurement Heads

AUGUST 17, 2022

How is public sector procurement recruitment faring? Ben Stickland , Senior Recruitment Consultant – Public Sector at Procurement Heads, said, “The CIPD data is not surprising to see and is being mirrored in the procurement and supply chain recruitment market at the moment.

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ABC of Procurement

JULY 14, 2023

Procurement does not have only SRM - Supplier relationship management. The post Stakeholder management first appeared on ABC of Procurement. We have an equally important element - our stakeholders.

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ivalua

MARCH 26, 2019

Further, to bridge the digital transformation gap, the report digs into technologies that an increasing number of Procurement organizations are planning to adopt over the next 1-2 years. The report also provides a view into Procurement resources in 2019 and projected business risk that CPOs should be aware of.

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Procurement Software

JANUARY 12, 2025

No Code Procurement is a phrase I came up with to highlight the many opportunities that are out there to build procurement apps using existing No Code tools. You don’t necessarily need Procurement SaaS to build your own bots or agents. We’re going to look at Reason 2 in this round-up of No Code Procurement Tools.

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TYA Suite

AUGUST 6, 2024

At its core, procurement involves building and maintaining robust relationships with suppliers to ensure a seamless flow of operations. This is where supplier relationship management (SRM) plays a pivotal role. has become more than just buying products and services in the modern era.

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ivalua

APRIL 20, 2023

Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , and its partner Axys Consultants today announced that Hutchinson has selected Ivalua’s eProcurement software to expand the scope of its currently implemented solution and meet its evolving procurement requirements. In 2022, it generated a revenue of €4.400 billion. Follow us at @Ivalua.

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Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Attracting talented procurement and supply chain interims is an important task for any organisation looking to fill a temporary gap in their procurement and supply chain operations. Attracting talented procurement and supply chain interims is essential for any organisation looking to fill a temporary gap.

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Procurement Insights

MAY 10, 2025

Procurement Insights isnt just an opinion engine. Its the institutional memory of the procurement profession and the only advisor offering contextual guidance built from decades of archived intelligence. It fills critical gaps in depth, agility, and contextual insight that most traditional analysts and association models overlook.

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

Skill Dynamics

APRIL 24, 2025

When you look behind the scenes of a global business operation, procurement strategy and supply chain management are usually top priorities, though theyre not always working in sync. This blog explores procurement vs supply chain strategy and looks at how aligning the two leads to operational excellence.

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Procurement Templates

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

The Future of Procurement: Navigating the AI Revolution Metaverse? It is undeniable that AI is on the way, but how might it impact procurement? Nevertheless, the contemporary procurement milieu is rife with complexities stemming from market volatility, regulatory demands, and global supply chain intricacies. Machine Learning?

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Procurement Insights

MAY 1, 2025

Powerful Complement: As noted in recent commentary, integrating historic archives serves as a powerful complement, not a competitor, to other procurement intelligence offerings. Supplier Relationship Management: Archives provide a full view of supplier performance over time, supporting better selection, development, and negotiation.

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Procurement Supplier relationship management Supply Chain Optimization Negotiation 40

Procurement Insights

MAY 14, 2025

Here is a Model 1 excerpt from yesterday’s post titled “ Moving AI From Progressive Theory To Practical Procurement Utilization And Outcomes.” Hansen Procurement strategy, digital transformation, supplier management, sourcing, and ProcureTech evaluation. Ranking Based on General Procurement Needs Jon W.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis we provide an overview of AnyData Solutions and its solution for spend analytics, contract management, supplier relationship management and ESG/performance tracking. In the world of business, procurement departments play a pivotal role in shaping an organization’s success.

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Procurement Leaders

MAY 2, 2024

We spoke a lot about value creation, about supplier relationship management and about how he was structuring his team with that purpose in mind. And it’s the reason why he shared that fewer than 20 suppliers were embedded formally into the company’s supplier relationship management (SRM) programme.

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Spend Matters

APRIL 18, 2023

Categories: Procurement Strategy & Planning , Sponsored Article Tags: sponsored post Procurement is a critical function in any business, responsible for sourcing and managing the goods and services necessary for an organization to operate effectively. However, automation can only take procurement so far.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

Category management is a procurement strategy that involves grouping similar products or services together into categories and managing them as a single unit. This approach can help organizations streamline their procurement processes, negotiate better deals with suppliers, and ultimately save money.

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Procurement Heads

JULY 6, 2022

How did you get into procurement? Like most people, I fell into procurement. What are the roles and responsibilities that the procurement function holds at Clifford Chance and how do you split the function out? What are you most passionate about when it comes to procurement?

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ivalua

JUNE 11, 2019

If you live in a city, state or country, which everybody does, your life and the lives of your family and friends is impacted directly by Procurement. No, I’m not referring to the Procurement department of your company (although, if Ivalua has anything to do about it, there are lots of interesting things happening there too).

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 30, 2025

THE SHORT ANSWER Procurement Insights is not a replacement for analyst firms its a complementary and sometimes disruptive mirror , helping enterprise buyers and tech vendors see past sanitized reports into what actually matters to practitioners. THE LONG ANSWER MODEL 1 Procurement Insights , founded and led by Jon W.

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