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4 strategic sourcing use cases to strengthen your supply chain

IBM Supply Chain Blog

For sourcing teams, that means pivoting their mindset around selecting suppliers from a tactical, lowest-cost-above-all approach to a strategic one. Where tactical sourcing is a short-term strategy, strategic sourcing is for long-term business goals.

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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

World of Procurement blog

Order Fulfillment Once a contract is signed, the supplier begins delivering goods or services as per the agreement. The procurement team manages the order, monitors quality, ensures on-time delivery, processes invoices, and handles any issues that arise during fulfillment.

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4 smart technologies modernizing sourcing strategy

IBM Supply Chain Blog

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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Managed Procurement Services: A Strategic Approach to Cost Reduction

Empowering CPO

In essence, it’s a critical business function that ensures the right goods and services are available at the right time, in the right quantities, at the right price. Real-World Examples of Companies Benefiting from These Services Several companies have experienced the transformative power of Managed Procurement Services.

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The Role of Procurement Outsourcing Services in Global Business Operations

Empowering CPO

Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions. They were struggling with high procurement costs and a lack of visibility into their supply chain.

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The Role of Managed Procurement Services in Global Business Operations

Empowering CPO

Our services range from spend analysis and supplier relationship management to contract management, strategic sourcing, and e-procurement solutions. They were struggling with high procurement costs and a lack of visibility into their supply chain.

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The Role of Managed Procurement Services in Supply Chain Optimization

Empowering CPO

As a leading provider of procurement intelligence services, our mission is to empower Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) and their teams with insightful, actionable data that drives strategic decision-making. It can result in stock-outs or overstock, poor quality control, and longer lead times. Let’s break it down.