Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Following months of debate based on extensive knowledge of the many procurement technologies they have demoed, analyzed and benchmarked, they arrive at a list of five young providers that they believe are innovative and exciting, have a rapidly rising presence in the market, can grow sustainably and which every CPO should have on their radar.

Supply Chain Efficiency 112

Supply Chain Efficiency Risk management Real-time Visibility Ethics 112

Spend Matters

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Supply disruptions and market dynamics impacted many companies because they had limited visibility into their supply chains, no structured risk management programs and inadequate mechanisms to monitor markets.

Risk 108

Risk Real-time Visibility Category management Procurement 108

Spend Matters

MAY 19, 2025

Each function’s objectives often overlap, particularly in areas such as financial reporting, cost management, budgeting and data-driven decision making, so when procurement strategies align with finance-led initiatives, organizations gain greater financial visibility, improved efficiency and stronger risk control.

Collaboration 89

Collaboration Procurement Real-time Visibility Budget 89

Spend Matters

MAY 27, 2025

Technology is a powerful enabler of finance-procurement collaboration, bridging gaps in spend visibility, cost control and data integration. Without the right tools, procurements contributions to financial strategy can remain disconnected from budgeting, forecasting and risk management.

Real-time Visibility 81

Real-time Visibility Procurement supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 81

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The past few years have highlighted serious deficiencies in prevalent supply chain strategies and the major risk that disruptions pose to corporate success. Loss of sales and market share are the most visible and measurable impacts. Common Supply Chain strategies, such as just-in-time inventory, exacerbate the impact of shocks.

Risk management 130

Risk management Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Risk 130

ivalua

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Customers are able to consolidate real-time information spanning supplier performance evaluations, transactional data, spend data, contractual information and external risk information from major third-party data providers. The global supply chain is a breeding ground for hidden sustainability and CSR risks.

Risk management 20

Risk management Risk Management Real-time Visibility 20

TYA Suite

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

This introduction to supplier risk management outlines the importance of effectively identifying and managing risks that may arise from suppliers. Supplier risk management is crucial for businesses, as it helps them mitigate potential challenges that can disrupt operations.

Risk management 40

Risk management Risk Suppliers Strategy 40

SCMDOJO

MAY 7, 2024

However, they are also susceptible to disruptions and risks. Enhancing supply chain resilience as well as supply chain visibility is crucial in today’s interconnected world. The powerful concept of Supply Chain Visibility lies at the core of resilience.

Supply Chain Visibility 98

Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility e2e Supply Chain Optimization 98

Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 7, 2025

Global markets are facing significant uncertainty and negativity, with instability and continued risk expected to impact businesses for the next decade, according to the World Economic Forum. Businesses should try to leverage real-time data to allow for quick and informed decision-making to minimize delays.

Supply chain resilience 90

Supply chain resilience Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency 90

SCMDOJO

JANUARY 29, 2025

Supply chain reports are data-driven documents that provide key metrics and insights into various aspects of your supply chain, including: Inventory Levels Tracking stock levels in real-time to ensure adequate inventory to meet demand while minimizing holding costs.

Supply Chain Optimization 98

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 98

Spend Matters

JUNE 3, 2025

For many Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), the real message was clear: Volatility is back, and this time, it demands faster, more coordinated and more data-driven responses. The more sustainable path lies in structured action planning. This makes visibility the cornerstone of any viable tariff management strategy.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 68

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement 68

Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

20152020: Procurement Gains Strategic Recognition Emergence of Strategic Sourcing : CFOs began to recognize procurement’s role in driving long-term value through strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management. Analytics and insights from procurement data were minimal.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement 52

Jaggaer

MARCH 24, 2025

These procurement technologies empower teams to move beyond traditional methods, using data-driven insights for smarter sourcing, demand forecasting, and risk management. Predictive AI, on the other hand, uses historical data to forecast potential disruptions, price changes, and supply chain risks.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting 52

ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] A Balancing Act: Drive Sustainability while Managing Cost and Risk April 27, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. Those are three hot topics in the enterprise today. To do so, we need to get creative and curious.”

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Risk Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Amid economic uncertainties and geopolitical shifts, procurement leaders face mounting pressure to drive sustained growth. The most recent Hackett Group Report highlights key priorities reshaping procurement in 2025, including technology adoption, the rise of Generative AI, and managing emerging risks.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Real-time Visibility 52

Spend Matters

APRIL 30, 2025

Proactive demand management : Orchestration allows procurement to anticipate rather than react. With better visibility and stakeholder alignment, procurement can manage requests more efficiently, reducing risk and boosting resilience. From there, workflows adapt in real time. AI suggests actions.

Suppliers 82

Suppliers Management Real-time Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain 82

Spend Matters

APRIL 16, 2025

All of the phases are peppered with real-world case studies from the people who have been in your shoes; so you dont have to step into the same holes theyve already avoided! Core) EcoVadis is a leading vendor in the ESG technology market that provides comprehensive sustainability ratings and insights.

Procurement 101

Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency 101

TYA Suite

MAY 23, 2025

Managing a successful supply chain requires more than just ensuring products are delivered on time its about building strong, effective partnerships with your suppliers. Improved efficiency and cost reduction A company's operations, efficiency, and lead times can be greatly improved via strong cooperation with its suppliers.

supply chain software solutions 40

supply chain software solutions Collaboration Supply Chain Efficiency Suppliers 40

ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Are ERP systems better than best-in-class supply chain solutions for managing healthcare supply chains? What are the pros and cons, and what supply chain strategy will pave the way to higher margins, improved supply chain risk management in healthcare and improved patient care? Point-of-use data capture. The post ERP vs.

supply chain budgeting 221

supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency 221

Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

by leveraging‍ state-of-the-art tracking systems and real-time data analytics,TecPlata ensures the secure and efficient movement of goods across the global market. Through the adoption of advanced technologies and proactive risk management practices, TecPlata is setting new benchmarks in supply chain security.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization Supply chain e2e 52

Jaggaer

APRIL 9, 2025

Direct material management oversees the sourcing, procurement, storage, and flow of raw materials, components, and subassemblies. This ensures just-in-time (JIT) or just-in-sequence (JIS) delivery to reduce inventory costs. Direct material management involves demand forecasting, inventory control, and warehouse operations.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions 52

Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Impact on PO Automation & Collaboration: Difficulties in real-time data exchange for PO confirmations, shipment tracking, and pricing updates. Solution Trend: Increased use of AI-driven procurement tools that enable automated order matching, supplier self-service portals, and real-time PO updates.

Purchase orders 52

Purchase orders Collaboration Purchasing Suppliers 52

Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

From customs regulations to tax requirements, navigating these obstacles can be time-consuming and costly for e-commerce businesses. Strategies to Mitigate Risks in the Cross-Border E-Commerce Air Cargo Industry Amidst the rapid growth of cross-border ‍e-commerce air cargo, various risks loom on the horizon.

Demand 52

Demand Risk Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility 52

Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Working within a resilient global supply chain results in complexities around basic matters like communication, time zones and languages, along with more challenging aspects like risk management, compliance and sustainability. That alone increases efficiency,” he continued.

Supply Chain Efficiency 112

Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility Management supply chain software solutions 112

SCMDOJO

JUNE 14, 2024

Actionable Skills for Real-World Impact: Go beyond theory and gain the practical skills you need to make a tangible difference. Demand Forecasting: Develop accurate forecasts of future customer demand to optimize inventory levels and production planning. Flexible Learning on Your Terms: Busy schedule? No problem!

Supply Chain Optimization 105

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Real-time Visibility 105

Procurement Insights

APRIL 9, 2025

Enhanced Adaptability to Dynamic Environments Challenge : Traditional equation-based models fail to respond to real-time disruptions (e.g., Example : Agents from a manufacturer and Tier 1/2 suppliers jointly resolve component shortages by redistributing inventory in real time. 3-way invoice matching).

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

IBM Supply Chain Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

They consider factors—like supplier performance or sustainability —that support long-term partnerships, advance business needs and increase purchasing power. Successful strategic sourcing often results in process optimization, cost management, customer satisfaction, risk management , increased sustainability and other benefits.

Sourcing 94

Sourcing Strategy Supply Chain Efficiency e2e 94

Procurement Leaders

JUNE 10, 2024

Just 1% of respondents to a poll Procurement Leaders conducted at the World Procurement Congress said they have “excellent” multi-tier visibility of the supply base. In real terms, this translates to three of those who responded to our poll claiming they had “cracked the code” of supply chain transparency. This is surprising.

e2e 100

e2e Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency Raw materials 100

Procurement Insights

APRIL 12, 2025

It aims for 500+ AI skills by 2025, enhancing real-time decisions (Forbes, Jan 21, 2025). SIDE NOTE: What Self-learning algorithms are they using to analyze suppliers, e.g., historical and real-time? Its agents handle real-time spend analytics under tariff volatility (Emergen Research, Feb 1, 2024).

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Ethics Contract Suppliers 52

Procurement Insights

APRIL 3, 2025

Emphasizes cross-industry collaboration , with themes like AI, sustainability, and supplier diversity. Global Reach, Real Impact Participants and speakers come from over 50 countries. Startup Acceleration & Visibility Provides a springboard for companies like Cirtuo, DeepStream, Archlet, Kodiak Hub , and ORO Labs.

Innovation 52

Innovation Real-time Visibility Sustainability Collaboration 52

Procurement Insights

MAY 22, 2025

is a leading AI-powered platform specializing in third-party risk management, compliance, and supplier lifecycle automation. AI-First Automation: AI is built into every step, simplifying workflows, automating processes, and delivering real-time insights for compliance, onboarding, KYC/AML, contract management, and ESG initiatives.

Supply Chain Efficiency 40

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Stakeholder engagement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 40

ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

CTA April 28, 2023 | | Supply Chain by Vishal Patel Cost, Risk, and Sustainability. The question is, how do you balance all three while maintaining continuous operations and generating revenue at the same time? Those are three hot topics in the enterprise today. To do so, we need to get creative and curious.”

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization Sustainability 130

IBM Supply Chain Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Globally, there has been an uptick of landmark regulations forcing companies to address sustainability issues like climate change, and to disclose the work they are doing to address these issues. For the first wave of companies affected, sustainability reports will be required as soon as fiscal year 2024. In parallel, the U.S.

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Real-time Visibility Data Risk 72

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

MAY 8, 2023

Supply chain visibility is essential for successful procurement, as it enables businesses to proactively manage risks and optimize their supply chain. Benefits of Investing in Supply Chain Visibility To address these challenges, businesses are increasingly turning to supply chain visibility solutions.

Supply Chain Visibility 52

Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization 52

HICX

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Table of Contents What is supplier risk management? What are the benefits of supplier risk management? What is supplier risk management? It should be considered an essential part of an organization’s wider risk management strategy. What are the benefits of supplier risk management?

Risk management 52

Risk management Risk Suppliers Management 52

Empowering CPO

MAY 8, 2023

Importance of Risk Management in Procurement Procurement plays a critical role in the success of any organization, as it involves acquiring goods and services necessary for business operations. Finally, we will provide practical tips for incorporating risk management best practices into your organization’s procurement process.

Risk management 52

Risk management Risk Procurement strategies Strategy 52

IBM Supply Chain Blog

MAY 1, 2024

Unlocking the full potential of supply chain management has long been a goal for businesses that seek efficiency, resilience and sustainability. AI tools help users address queries and resolve alerts by using supply chain data, and natural language processing helps analysts access inventory, order and shipment data for decision-making.

Supply Chain Optimization 78

Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 78