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Indirect Procurement: Why It Gets Mismanaged and How to Fix It

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Guided buying, budget enforcement, and integrated supplier data are essential to controlling maverick spend and improving procurement visibility. Risk Mitigation Standardized supplier onboarding and contract compliance, and help reduce legal and operational risk.

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2011 To 2025: The Evolution Of How The C-Suite And Boardroom Views Procurement

Procurement Insights

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.

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Procurement Trends 2025: Automation, Analytics & Strategy

Planergy

4][5] Supplier Portals Enhance Collaboration: Digital supplier portals are now in use across 35% of procurement platforms. These portals improve real-time visibility into purchase orders, payment timelines, and dispute resolution, directly enhancing vendor satisfaction. [5]

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How to get the C-Suite to see procurement as a strategic lever versus a cost-savings function

Procurement Insights

“A 2023 survey by KPMG highlights this transition, revealing that procurement leaders are now focusing on supply chain resiliency (68%), introducing new products or expanding into new markets (65%), and improving margins through cost reduction (71%). The focus is on efficiency and control.

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Dun & Bradstreet Offers Complimentary Supply Chain Evaluation

Let's Talk Supply Chain

By leveraging Dun & Bradstreet’s expertise, companies can proactively identify vulnerabilities, optimize their supplier networks, and strengthen overall supply chain resilience.

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A guide to vendor due diligence: Process, policy, software & checklist

TYA Suite

Trusted suppliers are more likely to communicate openly, solve problems quickly, and work together to improve quality and service. These strong relationships lead to better collaboration and more successful business outcomes over time. Vendors directly impact your operations, finances, and reputation.

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ivalua

Gaps and dysfunction in the supply chains and a lack of visibility are making it difficult to support Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Geopolitical manipulation on suppliers worldwide adds to the pressure. However that’s only part of the puzzle – strong vendor relationships are equally essential.