Una

AUGUST 31, 2023

Overcoming Challenges with Strategic Sourcing for SMEs Explore how strategic sourcing for SMEs can help procurement professionals overcome the unique challenges of operating a small business. There’s a good argument to be made that the smaller you are, the more strategic you need to be.

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 7, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Purchase Price Variance — Everything You Should Know Purchase price variance is an important factor for budget preparation, but why? Price Purchase Variance: What is it? Why is it Important?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 14, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Supply Chain Education and Certification – What’s Missing? If you’re looking to start or improve your career in the field of supply chain management courses, you might be wondering where to start. Supply Chain Management Courses.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Sourcing is getting smarter. To start, many organizations have already pivoted from a tactical to a strategic sourcing mindset—which can make all the difference when it comes to gaining and retaining a competitive advantage. But now, the benefits of strategic sourcing are becoming even more attainable thanks to innovation.

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Strategic Sourceror

OCTOBER 27, 2022

This was a sentiment shared by just about every product-based company during the pandemic, when the efforts designed to stamp out COVID-19 wound up wiping out supply chains more than anything else. Many of those supply chains remain in rough shape in a variety of respects, from raw materials being hard to come by to staffing shortages.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 22, 2023

Introduction Welcome to our complete guide on the role of spend analysis in strategic sourcing. In the ever-evolving world of business, strategic sourcing has become a linchpin in corporate success. But how do we fuel the engine of strategic sourcing? The answer lies in the powerful tool of spend analysis.

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Strategic Sourceror

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

As any supply chain professional will tell you, managing various day-to-day operations and keeping track of everything going on in the supply chain are among the most difficult parts of the job. The most critical part of running any supply chain is ensuring you are making the best possible decisions quickly.

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Strategic Sourceror

JUNE 30, 2022

Unfortunately, in supply chain matters, we have to deal with some of the planet's biggest polluters by the definition of our jobs. While having no net emissions is a long way off yet, it's not too late to start considering making adjustments in your own supply chain. We all want to make the world a greener place.

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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. As the name suggests, Managed Procurement Services involves the strategic outsourcing of procurement processes to expert providers. The result?

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Future Purchasing

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Areas to consider would include current performance issues, current and future business requirements, current and future spend, cost structures, suppliers, supply markets, supply chains, technology roadmaps etc. It creates cost efficiencies across spend categories and minimises supply risks through improved supplier selection.

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Strategic Sourceror

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

While supply chain disruptions have frustrated both buyers and sellers since 2020, many of the previous bottlenecks have since been dislodged, setting the industry up for what could be a banner year from a sales perspective, despite high inflation. "From a supply-chain standpoint, it's the opposite of last year."

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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. It allows businesses to track and improve their procurement activities and have a transparent outlook of their procurement process. The key elements are typically: 1.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In today's fast-paced business environment, procurement plays a crucial role in determining a company's efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and competitive edge. From automated systems to data analytics, technology is reshaping procurement, making it more strategic, efficient, and adaptable to changing market demands.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In today's fast-paced business environment, procurement plays a crucial role in determining a company's efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and competitive edge. From automated systems to data analytics, technology is reshaping procurement, making it more strategic, efficient, and adaptable to changing market demands.

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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 25, 2022

In 2022, he was awarded the Special Mentioned Individual Award by Supply Chain Asia for his contribution to the national emergency procurement for the Covid-19 operation. Furthermore, He was voted by Supply Chain Digital as one of the top 10 procurement executives worldwide. Trillion budget. . Rajeev Karmacharya.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement plays a critical role in the operational efficiency and financial health of an organization. Leverage Technology and Automation Adopting procurement software and technologies can significantly streamline processes, from e-sourcing to electronic payment systems.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement plays a critical role in the operational efficiency and financial health of an organization. Leverage Technology and Automation Adopting procurement software and technologies can significantly streamline processes, from e-sourcing to electronic payment systems.

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Procurify

JULY 20, 2022

If you are a purchasing manager struggling to meet your saving targets, you’re not alone. . Technological advancements are also rapidly changing the responsibilities of purchasing managers. . Now is a crucial time to re-evaluate the importance of purchasing in the overall organization strategy. Written by: Procurify.

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Strategic Sourceror

JUNE 21, 2022

With that in mind, many technology leaders have been pushing boundaries of what is possible in terms of autonomous driving, and are proposing self-driving trucks as a way to alleviate projected supply chain issues, and drive efficiencies. Efficiency is one of the most talked about positives for a self-driving truck.

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Strategic Sourceror

JUNE 30, 2022

We've all heard about supply chain shortages impacting every facet of our lives from a lack of electronics to the prices of cooking oil and food going up. Now, supply chain shortages could be impacting U.S. Supply chain issues are disrupting U.S. Why is this happening? power companies in a twofold manner.

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Arkestro

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Systems use this data to automate routine procurement tasks and make informed decisions about sourcing, pricing, and supplier relationships. Procurement teams run at the highest level of efficiency with autonomous procurement. Risk Mitigation The average company experiences a significant supply chain disruption every 3.7

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Procurement Tactics

MARCH 16, 2023

Strategic procurement is a term used to encompass different procurement processes that support the long-term development of an organization. It aims to ensure that the goods and services that the business needs are delivered on time and purchased within the budget. Activities Compromising Strategic Procurement 1.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In the complex structure of modern businesses, the role of a procurement manager is pivotal for efficient operations and cost management. A procurement manager, also known as a purchasing manager, plays a vital role in a company's supply chain management. Who is a Procurement Manager?

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In the complex structure of modern businesses, the role of a procurement manager is pivotal for efficient operations and cost management. A procurement manager, also known as a purchasing manager, plays a vital role in a company's supply chain management. Who is a Procurement Manager?

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Planergy

JANUARY 26, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Here we’ll discuss various potential supply chain disruptions and what you can do to mitigate the risks to keep your business up and running throughout whatever circumstances are thrown your way.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The relentless pursuit of cost reduction, navigating an increasingly complex supply chain landscape, and adapting to ever-evolving customer needs – these are just a few of the constant challenges faced by procurement teams today. It’s a strategic approach that goes beyond simply buying goods and services.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 31, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! A while ago, we blogged about how more Startups are looking to Supply Chain Management to boost their productivity as they scale. But trust us, if you don’t have Supply Chain experience, you can’t.

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Planergy

JULY 5, 2022

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. ESG In Supply Chain: Creating a Sustainable Value Chain. ESG In Supply Chain: Creating a Sustainable Value Chain We all know just how valuable the supply chain is. Written by.

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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. Automation increases efficiency and reduces errors, leading to faster and more accurate procurement cycles.

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Una

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

But with the elves’ help, Santa is able to put his freed-up time to valuable use, with activities such as mapping out the most fuel-efficient route around the globe, analyzing the data on his naughty and nice lists, and spending some quality time with Mrs Claus. Things you can do while a GPO works behind the scenes And what about you?

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JANUARY 16, 2024

By working closely with suppliers to improve quality and efficiency, procurement can help your company deliver a superior product or service, ultimately driving sales growth. Fueling Innovation : The best procurement teams don’t just buy things; they act as strategic partners.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of supply chain management, precise terminology is paramount. Whether you’re a seasoned procurement professional or just stepping into the world of sourcing and acquisitions, understanding the nuances of procurement synonyms can make all the difference.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 16, 2023

Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions. Procurement extends beyond simple purchasing to include activities such as sourcing, negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationships.

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Una

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

How Businesses Can Save Money on Food Procurement Costs A play-by-play for navigating rising food procurement costs and what strategies businesses can implement to save money, promote operational efficiency and protect product quality. “Menu engineering” is the art of strategically crafting a menu to maximize profitability.

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Empowering CPO

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

It ensures that procurement partners collaborate with reliable vendors, reducing supply chain disruptions. Automated Processes: AI automates routine tasks like purchase order creation, invoice processing, and spend analysis. Ethical Use: Transparency, fairness, and bias mitigation are critical.

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Procurement Tactics

MAY 24, 2023

Strategic sourcing managers and procurement managers are typically responsible for managing supplier scorecards. Supplier scorecards are also used to track vendor value, measure procurement key performance indicators (KPIs), and monitor overall supply chain performance.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

A procurement strategy allows an organization to navigate an increasingly complex global supply chain, adapt swiftly to market fluctuations, and achieve cost optimization, operational efficiency and growth. This enables an effective and adaptive approach to sourcing that creates value and minimizes risk.

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