Una

AUGUST 9, 2022

How to Use Group Purchasing as a Cost Reduction Strategy. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, 49% of companies were considering layoffs, while over 33% had frozen new hires as a way to implement some sort of cost reduction strategy in the middle of a global crisis. By Mackenzie Oakley | August 9, 2022.

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Una

JULY 6, 2022

A guide to exploring the benefits of working with a group purchasing organization to save money, time and effort. Savings and beyond. GPOs also bring balance to the negotiating equation because they already have relationships and contracts in place with vendors and suppliers. We understand saving money is crucial.

Purchasing 92

Purchasing Category management Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency 92

Una

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

How to Use GPOs as a Cost Savings Strategy Discover how procurement leaders can join a GPO and use group purchasing as a cost savings strategy to deliver continued value. It sounds like an effective strategy until, perhaps, things start to look a little picked over.

Strategy 52

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Una

AUGUST 9, 2023

How to Accelerate Savings in Procurement Without Cutting Corners Strategies showing how to accelerate savings in procurement without compromising product quality, integrity, or effectiveness. Leading GPOs use stringent methods to audit and investigate potential partners before signing any agreements.

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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. With limited resources, time, and purchasing power, every decision needs to be well-planned and supported by data.

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Una

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Elements of a Diversified Procurement Strategy A diversified procurement strategy will utilize both traditional and nontraditional methods of sourcing to drive cost savings and value. This includes implementing aspects of a traditional procurement strategy and adding in some unconventional means to get desirable results.

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Una

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

How to Convince Your Boss You Should Work With a GPO How to overcome common stakeholder concerns and convince your boss you should work with a GPO to drive more cost savings and value. In fact, GPOs can enhance our supplier network by introducing us to new, reputable vendors.”

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Una

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Basics of Group Purchasing Learn how Una can help turn your sourcing function into a hub for value creation for business leaders and procurement professionals alike. Value creation for business leaders Below, we’ve summarized how Una can help turn your procurement function into a value creation powerhouse. The result?

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Una

APRIL 15, 2024

7 Signs of Supplier Financial Instability Explore seven signs of supplier financial instability and learn how to proactively protect your business against risk. In this article, we explore the signs that indicate your supplier might be in financial trouble.

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Una

JUNE 22, 2023

Taking an Advisory Approach to Procurement An inside look at how Una, the nation’s fastest growing group purchasing organization, works to take an advisory approach to procurement. By managing the procurement process effectively, you can optimize your supply chain, reduce costs, and maintain strong relationships with your suppliers.

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Una

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Six Ways to Improve Your Category Strategy Development. When is the last time you referred to your category strategy? Without ongoing, data-driven category strategy development, procurement professionals will struggle to drive continuous improvement and stay aligned with the business. 6 ways to improve your category strategy.

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Una

APRIL 25, 2023

Here are some of the factors that cause time constraints in procurement: Increased complexity The globalization of markets and the expansion of the supply chain bring cost benefits, but have also led to an increase in the volume and complexity of procurement activities. Why does there never seem to be enough time in procurement?

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Una

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Amplify Your Business Spend Management Strategies with a GPO. If you’re new to the concept of group purchasing , you may be asking yourself where, exactly, the biggest savings can be found. As a horizontal GPO , Una leverages our buying power in categories that are commonly purchased by nearly every business.

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Una

MAY 11, 2023

You will be able to quickly implement changes that lead to immediate cost savings like consolidating spend, negotiating better payment terms, or implementing cost controls. It takes a clear plan, a willingness to learn, and the ability to adapt to new challenges and opportunities. What do you want to achieve?

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Una

MARCH 6, 2023

How to innovate: Identify the most manual and time-consuming part of your sourcing cycle, look at the solutions available, automate it , and move on to the next. Innovative purchasing concepts Getting innovative in purchasing doesn’t necessarily mean leveraging the latest piece of technology.

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Una

MARCH 16, 2023

Pain Points in Procurement Series How to Build Procurement Influence and Why it Matters How to build procurement influence as a way to stay engaged with other business functions, drive value, and achieve more desirable outcomes. By Hugo Britt | March 16, 2023 Search Welcome to Una’s Pain Points in Procurement series.

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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?

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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Una

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

How to Negotiate in a Power Imbalance Strategies you can use to negotiate in a power imbalance and level the playing field in a way that leads to win-win outcomes for everyone involved. The good news is there are some practical strategies you can use to tip the scales in your favor.

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Una

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

There’s pride in knowing you’re right person to deliver cost savings , drive value, and strengthen supplier relationships along the way. We know you’re eager to start cutting costs, but you’ll be flying blind without this essential preparatory step. Step 2: Call a group purchasing organization (GPO).

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Una

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

A Different Way to Think About SaaS: Savings as a Service. We’re still a GPO , but we interpret the acronym “SaaS” a little differently than most people. For us, and the members we serve, SaaS refers to one of our GPO’s primary objective which is to provide savings as a service. Una is a service provider.

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