Spend Matters

DECEMBER 30, 2024

In readiness for our Q1 2025 theme of Procurement Transformation, which will include how to even start your digital journey, how to make the case for it, how to shape your digital roadmap and how to survive it, we have received input from some solution providers on their own customers journeys.

Supply Chain Efficiency

ivalua

AUGUST 6, 2025

Indirect procurement sometimes flies under the radar, but its impact on cost, compliance, and efficiency can be significant. However, when left unchecked, mismanaged indirect procurement can cost a lot of money, pose audit risk, and a lack of transparency into who’s buying what – or why. What Is Indirect Procurement?

Real-time Visibility

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 19, 2025

Subscribe Digital Procurement Improves Supply Chain! And so are your procurement responsibilities. Sometimes, unforeseen disruptions, whether a natural disaster or an internal planning issue, can throw your procurement process off course. How do you scale procurement as your business grows? Let’s dive in.

Supply Chain Efficiency

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. Analytics and insights from procurement data were minimal.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Supply Chain Dive

JUNE 23, 2025

Skip to main content Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. To remain competitive, organizations must fundamentally rethink their approach to supply chain management. You can unsubscribe at anytime.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

This leap in AI capabilities is revolutionizing industries, and AI-driven supply chain management is no exception. The Role of Agentic AI in Supply Chains Supply chains are dynamic and complex, requiring continuous decision-making across multiple functions, from procurement and inventory management to logistics and demand forecasting.

Supply Chain Efficiency

Procurement Insights

APRIL 4, 2025

Below is a ranking from highest to lowest focus on procurement and supply chain practices, as of April 4, 2025, based on their stated missions, agendas, and historical emphasis. CPO roundtables, SIG University workshops) and real-world procurement execution (e.g., It focuses on practical supply chain challenges (e.g.,

Supply Chain Efficiency

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.

Supply Chain Efficiency

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 1, 2025

Supply Chain Issues Disrupt Slot Machine Delivery to Casinos! In this article, we’ll take you behind the scenes and explore the logistics and supply chain management that make modern casino operations run smoothly. This is no accident; it results from effective supply chain management.

Supply chain management

Arkestro

DECEMBER 5, 2024

So it’s no surprise that the future of manufacturing now lies in a technology that combines all of those high-end innovations: Predictive Procurement. What Is Predictive Procurement and How Is It Reshaping High-Tech Manufacturing? Predictive Procurement is the latest evolution in digital procurement processes.

Supply Chain Optimization

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.

Project management

Spend Matters

JULY 2, 2025

Meanwhile, Procurement’s role has continued to expand in scope and visibility, with increasing pressure to deliver savings, ensure supply chain resilience and improve stakeholder experience, often without the resources or support structures of larger organizations.

Sourcing

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Procurement Priorities for 2025 and Beyond The manufacturing industry is evolving rapidly, leaving Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) grappling with challenges that could make or break their organizations. Amid economic uncertainties and geopolitical shifts, procurement leaders face mounting pressure to drive sustained growth.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

By combining H&Zs sustainability expertise with JAGGAERs advanced procurement technology for Scope 3 emissions tracking and data collection, organizations can better integrate sustainability into their procurement strategies. These include risk management and resilience in a volatile world.

Leadership

Supply Chain Dive

JULY 21, 2025

Skip to main content Dont miss tomorrows supply chain industry news Let Supply Chain Dives free newsletter keep you informed, straight from your inbox. Tariffs have become one of the most disruptive variables in global supply chains. From the U.S.-China

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Supply chains are particularly vulnerable during recessions. Consequently, it is imperative to develop a recession-proof supply chain to make them more resilient and adaptable. A resilient supply chain is one that can absorb shocks and continue functioning with minimal disruption.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Let's Talk Supply Chain

MARCH 2, 2025

Let’s set sail on a journey towards efficient and effective supply chain management. By harnessing the power of data analytics and strategic insights, organizations can proactively mitigate the impact of tariffs on their supply chains while enhancing‍ operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Supplier relationship management

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.

Procurement

Procurement Insights

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Choosing the best source for procurement and supply chain information and practical guidance depends on your organization’s needs, the type of advice you seek, and the stage of your procurement transformation. Jason Busch (Spend Matters) Strengths : Industry-specific expertise in procurement technologies.

Supply Chain Efficiency

ivalua

MAY 28, 2025

Ivalua NOW AMER 2025 in New Orleans was an event that exceeded all expectations, delivering an unforgettable experience for our thriving procurement community. This year’s theme focused on reshaping the procurement industry’s approach to innovation, tackling challenges, and uncovering fresh paths to success.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Planergy

MAY 8, 2025

4][5] Supplier Portals Enhance Collaboration: Digital supplier portals are now in use across 35% of procurement platforms. 4][5] Supplier Portals Enhance Collaboration: Digital supplier portals are now in use across 35% of procurement platforms.

Strategy

Future Purchasing

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Public procurement departments are navigating a complex landscape of challenges, including regulatory shifts, inefficiencies, difficulty building resilient supply chains, and an increasing demand for sustainability and transparency. There are over 300 regulations relating to public procurement in the UK.

Innovation

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Supplier Collaboration: Driving Innovation and Competitive Advantage In today’s hyper-connected global economy, where supply chains span continents, and industries are interlinked globally, supplier collaboration serves as the foundation to drive innovation and create a future-ready organization. What is supplier collaboration?

Collaboration

Procurement Insights

APRIL 27, 2025

Using the 4-Model RAM assessment framework, what are the top five procurement and supply chain issues the following industries face in 2025: Finance, Energy and Utilities, Pharmaceuticals, Food and Beverage, and Automotive?

Supply chain resilience

HICX

JUNE 9, 2025

What is the use of AI in supply chain management? AI helps optimize supply chain management by offering predictive supplier analytics , real-time tracking, and automation. How is AI transforming procurement & supply chains?

Suppliers

TYA Suite

JUNE 22, 2025

Procurement has become a strategic function in modern businesses, with growing pressure to manage costs, improve supplier performance, and drive operational efficiency. It transforms raw procurement data into meaningful insights that support both short-term improvements and long-term strategic goals.

Procurement

SCMDOJO

MAY 23, 2025

In an age where supply chains face persistent disruptionsfrom pandemics and trade wars to cyberattacks and climate volatilityresilience is no longer optional. This shift has pushed supply chain leadership to pivot from reactive management to proactive strategy built on data. Not sure where your supply chain stands?

Leadership

Jaggaer

APRIL 16, 2025

How Intake and Orchestration AI Are Reshaping Procurement If youve been paying attention to technology developments in procurement, youve probably come across the term Intake & Orchestration. They now expect procurement to follow suit, with solutions that are not just smarter, but increasingly self-driving.

Procurement

Procurement Insights

APRIL 25, 2025

As both a practitioner, provider, and industry analyst with 43 years in high-tech and procurement, I was recently asked the following two questions: Are you suggesting that you could do a better job of reversing the high generational failure rate of ProcureTech solutions? From The Sidelines To. And just remember, YOU asked me!)

Supply chain resilience

Procurement Insights

JUNE 21, 2025

Quantitative Fit Scoring: ASML tracks key performance indicators such as On-Time Production Performance (OTPP), capacity utilization, and forecast accuracy (RMSE), reflecting Hansen’s requirement for measurable, data-driven procurement outcomes. ‘ motivated me to apply the Hansen Fit Score to Louise Bastone’s company, ASML.

Supply Chain Efficiency

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.

Strategic sourcing

Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

I have noted that many LinkedIn posts regularly mention the belief that the C-Suite continues to see procurement primarily, if not solely, as a cost-savings function. This broader agenda suggests that while cost savings remain important, procurement’s role has expanded to include value creation and strategic partnership.”

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Barkers Procurement

MAY 7, 2025

When Covid-19 first hit five years ago, retailers experienced the need for supply chain resilience. If the pandemic taught retailers anything, its that supply chain issues can bring business to a halt. A key flaw to emerge was that supply chains were murky. Nothing moved.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Supplier Collaboration for Agility Your world is characterized by dynamic market conditions, shifting customer demands, new technologies, rapidly changing regulations, and frequent supply chain disruptions. Decision-makers must plan supply chain resilience strategies for a wide range of risk scenarios.

Collaboration

Finale Inventory

JULY 18, 2025

Supply Chain Disruption in 2025: Navigating Supply Chain Issues Supply chain issues have become the defining challenge for multichannel merchants in 2025. When supply chains falter, customer satisfaction plummets and competitors gain ground. What Are Supply Chain Issues in Plain Language?

supply chain software solutions

Barkers Procurement

JANUARY 7, 2025

In practice, this means that business leaders, including Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), should gauge whether they are making a meaningful impact on their carbon footprint and net zero policies. First, CPOs can conduct in-depth surveys and interview their key stakeholders to understand how their supply chains are performing.

supply chain budgeting