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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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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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Episode 137: Using Visibility to Combat Supply Chain Abstraction with Frank Kenney

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EPISODE 137 Using Visibility to Combat Supply Chain Abstraction with Frank Kenney By Kelly Barner | October 18, 2023 In the race to build global empires of data and digital systems, today’s businesses must not risk forgetting what all of those zeroes and ones mean.

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The Disruptive Power of Digital Procurement

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Modern sourcing experts are more likely to point to Cloud-based , end-to-end procurement platforms, while those on the leading edge will list all sorts of disruptive technologies ranging from predictive AI to machine-learning enabled chatbots, IoT wearables, and more. How to Improve Strategic Supplier Relationship Management.

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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 25 Hottest US Procurement Startups

Procurement Software

Multi-functional technology enables you to train anywhere at any time, while ever-learning programming allows you to experiment and practice to achieve different outcomes. LavenirAI allows you to train anywhere, any time, so you can stay at the top of your game. It promises to assist with improving buyer and supplier collaboration.

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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.