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.

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Planergy

MARCH 18, 2025

Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. How better management in AP can give you better flexibility for cash flow management. But what happens if those supply chains are disrupted?

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ivalua

MARCH 24, 2022

Redwood City, CA – March 24th, 2022 – Ivalua, a global leader in spend management, today announced that it has been named a leader in The Forrester Wave : Supplier Value Management Platforms, Q1 2022. Ivalua is honored to be recognized in this important evaluation covering a broad range of Procurement and Supply Chain processes.

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ivalua

APRIL 25, 2023

Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , and KPMG Norway today announced that Aker BP has gone live with Ivalua’s S2C and Supplier Relationship and Risk Management (SRM) solutions to streamline its direct and indirect procurement operations. Redwood City, CA, 25 April, 2023.

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Planergy

MAY 8, 2025

Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. 9] Risk mitigation is another driver.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

But before this can happen someone has to identify suitable vendors to secure goods and services at the best value (not necessarily the lowest price) within a variety of constraints (risk management, ESG and regulatory factors etc.). Supply chain collaboration: You identified key suppliers in the strategic sourcing activities.

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ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

31 March, Redwood City, CA – Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on Effective Procurement Performance Measurement.

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Spend Matters

APRIL 4, 2024

Pere Sivecas , Spend Matters Development PM and Software Architect, has compiled a four-part video series that covers the basics you need to know, the first two of which are free while parts three and four require a basic Insider subscription.

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Arkestro

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Historically, the focus has been on optimizing portfolios of spend—prioritizing what to address, defer, or ignore—using well-known frameworks such as the Kraljic Matrix and the Pareto Principle. Today’s procurement challenges go far beyond cost negotiations and sourcing. However, this convenience comes with a downside.

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Planergy

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. How better management in AP can give you better flexibility for cash flow management. What's PLANERGY?

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Planergy

MARCH 19, 2025

Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Cost Efficiency: Thoughtful management helps schools meet financial goals by eliminating waste. Proper risk management protects against these situations.

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Procurement Software

APRIL 23, 2024

Spend analytics software would be the first tech investment I’d make in a greenfield Head of Procurement role. You have to know what you’re spending your money on before you can start to transform your procurement operations. To do this quickly and efficiently, spend analytics software is your best friend.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 5, 2024

While it is best known for its end-to-end CLM for legal, procurement, sales and risk teams, CobbleStone Software ’s capabilities also touch on sourcing and e-procurement, giving it broad coverage of procurement processes. It makes the invisible visible through discovery and continuously monitors key issues to supply chain risk.

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Procurement Software

JUNE 13, 2023

There doesn’t seem to be a month go by without a new solution coming onto the market offering eSourcing software as part of their offering. Knowing which solution is suited to your business and level of procurement maturity is a minefield. Which eSourcing solutions are best suited to mid-market businesses?

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Planergy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

We will also look at how spend management software , like Planergy, can help keep track of expenses and control spending within budget limits. Modern Software Reduces Budgeting Time & Effort Many businesses still rely on outdated, manual budgeting methods, such as spreadsheets or pen and paper.

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Planergy

JANUARY 26, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. The best way to minimize disruption is to identify the various supplier risks and create a plan of action for what to do if the risk becomes a reality. This can also include economic instability.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

Why is spend analytics software so important? Anyhow, in this article, we’re going to take a look at: How to get a reliable spend analysis without the help of specialised spend analytics software. Some of the advantages that procurement analytics software can provide. Why a solid spend analysis is essential.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

Why is spend analytics software so important? Anyhow, in this article, we’re going to take a look at: How to get a reliable spend analysis without the help of specialised spend analytics software. Some of the advantages that procurement analytics software can provide. Why a solid spend analysis is essential.

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TYA Suite

JANUARY 27, 2025

This comprehensive solution streamlines procurement activities, improves and provides transparency across the entire supply chain. Understanding Procurement Management in Real Estate Procurement in real estate involves acquiring goods, services, and works necessary for the development and maintenance of properties.

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Spend Matters

JULY 10, 2024

Part 1 Part 2 Source-to-Contract GEP is a well-developed S2C software offering that differentiates itself from competitors by having its large platform all on one tech stack and developing internally to become a leader in the space.

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Jaggaer

MAY 7, 2019

How Choosing the Right Spend Management Solution Can Help. Mature spend management solutions can help Procurement overcome these challenges in a number of ways.

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ivalua

APRIL 28, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Payment Cards FAQ: More Cash Rewards, Less Effort April 28, 2023 | | Innovation by Steve Carter Unlock your Payment Solution Organizations are rethinking their traditional payment methods as they seek to maximize savings while securely streamlining the invoicing process.

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Procurement Software

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Business spend management suites, including SAP Ariba and Coupa software, offer marketplaces with App-Store like functionality. This is a well-trodden route, with Salesforce probably the most famous example to successfully do this in the B2B software space.

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The Procuretech Podcast

JULY 31, 2024

This week on The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads delves into some unique technology needs that direct procurement teams are often facing. Inventory Management: We discuss the importance of handling raw materials and components, highlighting the need for advanced inventory systems and effective BOM spend management.

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Skill Dynamics

JULY 19, 2024

The Foundation of a Successful Procurement Strategy To put it simply, a procurement strategy is a plan that outlines how an organization optimizes its external spending, manages its various supplier relationships, and maintains streamlined internal processes to support cost-effectiveness and generate efficiency.

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Una

JUNE 28, 2022

If you work in procurement and supply chain , you know there are hundreds of technology solutions geared toward making the purchasing process easier and more efficient. Without the right security systems in place, you’re leaving your organization exposed to risk at every turn. Customer Relationship Management (CRM).

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Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

Finally, procurement teams are responsible for anticipating and responding to disruptions in the supply chain and their own process. From procure-to-pay software to spend management and analysis tools, procurement technologies are disrupting the status quo and bringing efficiency to teams like never before.

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Procurement Software

MARCH 5, 2024

If you want to search the whole range of procurement tech companies out there beyond just startups, then check our our free software directory. Focal Point Focal Point is a growing Atlanta-based procurement startup offering a unique solution tacking three different challenges within procurement.

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The Procuretech Podcast

JUNE 11, 2024

On this episode of The Procurement Software Podcast, host James Meads dives into the world of procurement tech startups. With over 440 solutions in our software directory over at app.procurementsoftware.site, we aim to educate procurement leaders on the vast array of software options available to them. Every one helps!

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Procurement Software

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

European procurement software startups are growing fast, and we’re constantly seeing new ones landing onto the scene. If you want to search the whole range of procurement tech companies out there beyond just startups, then check our our free software directory. Procuretech in Europe is buzzing right now.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

APRIL 5, 2023

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the growing importance of sustainability and social responsibility, the role of procurement professionals has become more critical than ever. Improve spend management by implementing a buying plan Effective spend management is crucial for any organization’s financial health.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This strategy unlocks benefits like cost reduction, risk management, and strong supplier relationships. Risk Management Strategies : Supplier qualification processes ensure reliability and quality. Strong contract negotiation helps manage risks. Diversifying suppliers avoids a single point of failure.

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Procurement Software

JULY 9, 2024

Standardised procurement software suites often cater to source-to-pay (S2P) and source-to-contract (S2C) functions with a strong bias towards use cases in indirect procurement. Procurement tools for direct spend need to be tailored to work with your supply chain, quality and production teams.

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HICX

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

According to the Logistics Bureau , strategically reducing supply chain costs can substantially boost net profits, while the scope for potential reductions remains wide open. This is especially the case as supply chains become increasingly complex and digitalized.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Now we have entered a period of relative stability, spend management and cost reduction has moved back to the top spot, and ensuring supply continuity has moved from first down to second. Our customers tell us that implementing JAGGAER software helps them to attract procurement talent.

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Jaggaer

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The Essential Guide to Source to Pay, Source to Contract, and Procure to Pay Whether youre new to the world of procurement and supply chain management, or a seasoned veteran; whether you work in a major manufacturing industry, a university, or a medium-sized clinical research organization, you may find procurement jargon rather confusing.

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Procurify

JULY 20, 2022

So, what are the common challenges purchasing managers face today, and how can they address them? Risk management and mitigation. Risk management and mitigation is a primary purchasing challenge today. Before, purchasing managers often prioritized spend management.

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