SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Supply chains are the backbone of global trade that ensure the smooth movement of goods and materials across industries. One of the most effective strategies for building resilience is integrating project management into supply chain operations. Enhance visibility across the supply chain through structured reports.

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Spend Matters

MAY 27, 2025

Finance and procurement play critical roles in shaping an organizations financial health and operational efficiency. This series shapes a five-phase approach to aligning finance and procurement. Technology is a powerful enabler of finance-procurement collaboration, bridging gaps in spend visibility, cost control and data integration.

Real-time Visibility 78

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Procurement Tactics

DECEMBER 7, 2022

33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Financial Supply Chain — The Ultimate Guide of 2023. The financial supply chain is new to many procurement professionals, especially those who have just started their journey in the procurement and supply chain industry. . How Does it Work?

Supply Chain Efficiency 181

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

ERP vs. Best-in-Class for Healthcare Supply Chain Management? Are ERP systems better than best-in-class supply chain solutions for managing healthcare supply chains? That’s the question we set out to answer in our recent panel discussion with Procurement and Supply Chain experts.

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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 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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Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 9, 2025

Strong supply chain capabilities drive efficiency and develop competitiveness in an oversaturated market. Global disruptions such as COVID-19 have unearthed a wide range of vulnerabilities within international supply chains. To develop these relationships, regular communication is key.

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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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Let's Talk Supply Chain

APRIL 28, 2025

Gathered around a table laden with insights and expertise, industry leaders recently convened at the institute for Supply Management to delve into the latest hot topics shaping the world of supply chain management.From procurement strategies to risk mitigation, the roundtable discussion was a lively exchange of ideas and perspectives.

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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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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.

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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

JANUARY 3, 2025

It made me wonder if and how the C-Suite view of procurement has evolved over the past 14 years. Starting with the CFO, then the CIO, CEO, and The Board, here is the outline of changes in how top executives view procurement going forward in 2025. Key metrics were tied to cost reduction and spend under management.

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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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ivalua

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Gartner predicts that by 2023, organizations that don’t optimize supplier master data management (MDM) could have wrong information for half of their suppliers! Use these eight tips to optimize your SMD for smoother processes, more accurate information and better business value. That’s significant.

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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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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Art of Supplier Collaboration: Best Practices to Build Lasting Partnerships Dynamic market changes and global events seem to create newer demands and greater pressure on procurement professionals.

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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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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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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Make vs Buy Analysis is an essential decision-making tool in supply chain management that significantly influences profitability, flexibility, and competitiveness. Make vs Buy Analysis evaluates whether to manufacture a product in-house or purchase it from suppliers. What is a Make vs Buy Analysis?

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

That’s why supplier collaboration—that consistent, trusted, and responsive interaction between supplier and manufacturer—is pivotal to manufacturing success. Supplier Collaboration vs. Supplier Relationship Management What good is having the best suppliers if you can’t communicate well enough to leverage their products and skills?

Collaboration 52

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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.

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Skill Dynamics

AUGUST 15, 2022

Strategic supplier relationship management (SRM) is a key factor for driving competitive advantage for multi-national organizations. These models require both parties to have the following characteristics: mutual respect, an understanding of the mutual benefits of the relationship, trust, fairness, and honesty.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Complete Source to Pay cycle and Strategic Sourcing Guide An optimized Source-to-Pay (S2P) process helps businesses enhance procurement efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supplier collaboration. Steps, Benefits, and Best Practices S2P covers the entire procurement lifecycle, from supplier selection to final payment.

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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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SCMDOJO

MAY 7, 2024

Supply chains are vital to businesses, facilitating the movement of goods, services, financial flows, and information. Enhancing supply chain resilience as well as supply chain visibility is crucial in today’s interconnected world. However, they are also susceptible to disruptions and risks.

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World of Procurement blog

JULY 28, 2021

We need to think about Supplier Relationship Management during Covid-19 COVID-19 is having a significant effect around the world for individuals in terms of the way we work and live our daily lives. In this article, Sharon Croome breakdown a simple step-by-step guide to Supplier Relationship Management in the Supply Chain.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 28, 2024

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the supply chain industry as more and more women are choosing careers in this traditionally male-dominated field. This rise of women in the supply chain is not only breaking gender barriers but also bringing a fresh perspective and new ideas to the table.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2024

Do you dream of confidently navigating the ever-changing procurement world, not confused with what procurement training to opt for? The SCMDOJO Procurement Track isn’t just another training program – it’s your key to unlocking a commanding presence in the field. Dive in and discover the power within!

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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 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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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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Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

Introduction In the dynamic world of business, the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains has emerged as a critical success factor. At the heart of this revolution lies a powerful tool that many companies are now leveraging to achieve competitive advantage: Managed Procurement Services.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MAY 26, 2020

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Hey Procurement! ” Procurement organizations can have the power to spend and control as much as 75-80% of a company’s revenue. But better informed and leading organizations see and recognize Procurement for its strategic value. Procurement! Subscribe Here!

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Building Stronger Relationship s : Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration A chain is only as strong as its weakest link—but what if you can’t evaluate the entire chain? Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

At a time when businesses are evolving at a rapid pace, the significance of supply chain management continues to grow, becoming an essential part of operations for companies around the globe. Two platforms that stand out in this field are SCMDOJO academy and Coursera supply chain courses , among many others.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

Companies of all sizes have been capturing the value from Global Supply Chain to increase the economies of scale and scope for years. Due to the rapid change in global business environment, managers find it difficult to gain the edge over competitors. delivery reliability”), but is that really “supply chain thinking”?

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