ivalua

JULY 14, 2022

Ivalua study finds 97% of procurement leaders see significant disruption in direct materials supply chain; 67% not confident in existing technology; 84% consider modernization a ‘strategic priority’. A full 84% of procurement leaders agree that dealing with supply chain disruptions has been their biggest career challenge to-date.

Supply Chain Efficiency 244

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions Supply chain 244

Spend Matters

MARCH 11, 2024

Procurement organizations increasingly demand efficient and streamlined processes. Traditional procurement processes can be complex, time-consuming and manual, leading to inefficiencies, a lack of transparency and increased risk. It is exactly the kind of challenge that VORTAL addresses. This content is for members only.

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Procurement solutions Sourcing Procurement Market analysis 104

Positive Purchasing

APRIL 3, 2024

We are excited to announce that we are exhibiting at Learning Technologies on 17-18 April 2024! Learning Technologies is Europe’s leading showcase of organizational learning and the technology used to support learning at work. The post Positive Purchasing Takes On Learning Technologies 2024!

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Purchasing Supplier relationship management Category management Negotiation 52

Procurement Tactics

JUNE 7, 2023

Bonus PDF: 51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download 51 Prompts →  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter Supplier Collaboration Software — What You Should Know The use of supplier collaboration software continues to rise as businesses grow and technology advances. However, what is it?

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supply chain software solutions Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Spend Matters

APRIL 29, 2024

The source-to-pay (S2P) application suite was created to be a one-stop-shop technology choice for procurement professionals — offering the potential for ‘suite synergy’ that delivers value beyond the sum of the individual process-centric modules. via numerous open APIs) and extensibility (e.g., via no-code capabilities).

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Procurement Sourcing Management 56

ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2022

Redwood City, 11 August, 2022 – Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , today announced that Aegion Corporation, a leading provider of infrastructure maintenance, rehabilitation, and protection solutions, selected its platform to digitally transform procurement. Ivalua will also deliver implementation services. www.aegion.com.

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Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions Spend management 130

ProcurePort

AUGUST 31, 2022

Leaps in data use and data leverage are courtesy of new technological developments in spheres like cloud computing, big data, analytics, and automation platforms. Procurement analytics simply relates to how organizations use big data in terms of procurement spend analytics […].

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Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 25, 2022

33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Procurement Speakers 2022 – 10 Most Popular Experts. Procurement speakers share their knowledge to inspire people in procurement that they are making a difference in the world. However, not all in the field of procurement are updated as they are more focused on their work. .

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Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting 231

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In today's fast-paced business environment, procurement plays a crucial role in determining a company's efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and competitive edge. A significant driver of this evolution has been the integration of advanced technologies into procurement processes. Types of Technology Transforming Procurement 1.

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Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions 52

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In today's fast-paced business environment, procurement plays a crucial role in determining a company's efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and competitive edge. A significant driver of this evolution has been the integration of advanced technologies into procurement processes. Types of Technology Transforming Procurement 1.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions 52

Spend Matters

APRIL 4, 2024

Our coverage also explores the latest thought leadership topics about procurement and supply, the technology that serves it and comparative analyses based on demos and the scoring of 500+ RFI requirements across 12 source-to-pay (S2P) categories that create our Vendor Ranking data. ‘ The major highlights are described below.

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Procurement Risk management Raw materials supply chain software solutions 86

Spend Matters

MARCH 5, 2024

Today Spend Matters is delighted to announce the release of its Spring 2024 SolutionMap and TechMatch℠ procurement technology rankings, which include 79 procurement technology vendors. Our Spring 2024 SolutionMap results are testimony to how vendors are stepping up to the challenges of a volatile business environment.

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Procurement Sourcing Risk management Ethics 112

Arkestro

MARCH 1, 2024

Resources / Blog / Gartner® Top 4 Predictions for Procurement in 2024 Gartner® Top 4 Predictions for Procurement in 2024 If the last five years have taught procurement professionals anything, it’s that things can change in an instant. Why is a technology roadmap so important? Why is a technology roadmap so important?

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Procurement Contract Sourcing Negotiation 52

ivalua

MARCH 1, 2022

In late 2021, The Hackett Group asked Procurement Leaders about their strategic priorities and initiatives for the coming year. After a rollercoaster 2021, how do we pivot and plan for a successful Procurement strategy in 2022? . We expect procurement organizations will continue to enhance visibility, agility, and capability. .

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement team supply chain software solutions Sustainability 130

Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Neither oral nor text-based conversational AI (also known as conversational user experience [CUX] and conversational interfaces [CUI] the latter of which include chatbots) is by no means new, despite the relatively recent prolific uptake by procurement solution vendors.

Supply Chain Efficiency 87

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Procurement Supply Chain Optimization 87

ivalua

JULY 13, 2022

Procurement Leaders Webinar. With mounting pressure for organizations to make tangible contributions to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, the procurement function must strategize to implement and report their collective efforts. Speakers: Arnaud Malardé, Ivalua | Hélène Vermont, Michelin Group.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement analytics is the process of collecting, processing, and analyzing data related to an organization's purchasing activities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and provide valuable insights into supply chain operations. What are Procurement Analytics? How to Use Data in Procurement? What Should You Measure?

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions 52

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement analytics is the process of collecting, processing, and analyzing data related to an organization's purchasing activities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and provide valuable insights into supply chain operations. What are Procurement Analytics? How to Use Data in Procurement? What Should You Measure?

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions 52

ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Ivalua Blog [ivory-search] Weathering Future Disruptions: 8 Steps to Building Supply Chain Resilience February 8, 2023 | | Manufacturing by Doug Keeley In the face of an unprecedented global crisis, Procurement stepped up to become a crucial driving force for business continuity. Work to achieve 100% supply chain visibility.

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Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 242

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 24, 2024

Welcome, esteemed colleagues and burgeoning professionals, to another elucidative exploration in the world of procurement. Today, we voyage through the intricate web of procurement business processes. Delve into this rich tapestry with us, as we unravel the complexities and illuminate the path to procurement excellence.

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Supply Chain Efficiency Ethics Procurement Sustainability 52

Spend Matters

JANUARY 4, 2024

For several years now, Spend Matters has been collecting and publishing a series of articles about procurement, supply and services trends for the year ahead from expert tech and service providers in the market. And let’s hear from Alex Saric, Ivalua’s Smart Procurement Expert.

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Procurement solutions Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supplier relationship management 98

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

A shortage of digitally savvy talent, and a lack of training for technical and soft skills, hinder digital procurement initiatives. Additionally, over half (55%) of UK businesses say that digital skills in procurement are less advanced compared to other departments. Challenges in hiring digital skills in procurement.

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Procurement Procurement team Risk Spend management 188

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

The procurement of materials is a vital process in supply chain management, involving the timely acquisition of high-quality goods and services at the most economical prices from reliable suppliers. Effective procurement strategies require a deep understanding of market trends, supplier landscapes, and the latest technologies.

Procurement 52

Procurement Inventory control supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility 52

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

The procurement of materials is a vital process in supply chain management, involving the timely acquisition of high-quality goods and services at the most economical prices from reliable suppliers. Effective procurement strategies require a deep understanding of market trends, supplier landscapes, and the latest technologies.

Procurement 52

Procurement Inventory control supply chain budgeting Real-time Visibility 52

ivalua

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Author: Hubert Verweij , Head of Procurement Transformation, Capgemini Invent Sweden and Finland. Nowadays, Procurement practitioners primarily talk about emerging topics like the reduction of scope 3 emissions, supplier-enabled innovation and supply risk management. Procurement as end-to-end process owner .

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e2e Suppliers Procurement Contract 130

ivalua

JUNE 26, 2023

Blog » Procurement on the Thames: Ivalua’s London Summer Symposium June 26, 2023 | | Thought Leadership by Eloise Barnum As businesses navigate through supply chain disruptions, high inflation, and sustainability initiatives, procurement, and supplier management has taken center stage in driving change.

Supply Chain Efficiency 244

Supply Chain Efficiency Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Procurement 244

ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives. When I say technology, I’m not talking about spreadsheets,” White said.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization Sustainability 130

ivalua

APRIL 27, 2023

A recent webinar hosted by Supply Chain Now, “Balancing Cost, Risk and Sustainability in the Midst of Uncertainty, ” took an in-depth look on what it takes to transform Procurement into a highly efficient function that supports these key initiatives. When I say technology, I’m not talking about spreadsheets,” White said.

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Sustainability Risk Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

World of Procurement blog

APRIL 24, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of procurement, the ability to gather insightful information, understand market capabilities, and forge synergistic relationships with suppliers is paramount. This is where the Request for Information (RFI) emerges as a pivotal instrument for procurement professionals. What Is an RFI?

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Procurement Procurement strategies Bidding Innovation 52

Supply Chain Brain

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Andrew Leto founder and chief executive officer of online truck freight procurement platform Emerge, has a habit of looking for gaps in the logistics industry that can be filled via emerging technologies.

Procurement 86

Procurement Logistics 86

Procurement Insights

APRIL 10, 2024

I just sat in on the Spend Matter webinar Navigating the Future: Meet AI in Procurement. Right off the bat, it was a very well-run 60-minute webinar that provided succinct insights on various elements of AI and its impact on Procurement. So, this survey covered more than just GenAI. It’s definitely prevalent, right?

Procurement 76

Procurement Data Suppliers Import 76

Spend Matters

APRIL 17, 2024

Relish was founded by individuals with extensive consulting experience who recognized the gaps in IT solutions, especially when it comes to procurement. Relish aims to build lightweight apps that strategically augment enterprise solutions, optimizing investments in procurement solutions.

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Suppliers Data Market analysis Demand 96

Spend Matters

APRIL 29, 2024

Global supply chains are under constant pressure because uncertain geopolitical factors, rising energy costs, highly volatile raw material markets and increasing international competition make global supply chains and procuring goods challenging and unpredictable. This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read.

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Spend management Raw materials Management Market analysis 52

Barkers Procurement

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

We are thrilled to announce a partnership with Userlane, a digital adoption platform which utilises AI technology to drive value for clients. ” Userlane’s integration with P2P technology platforms not only simplifies procurement tasks but also provides valuable insights on software adoption through Userlane’s HEART analytics. .”

Change management 52

Change management Collaboration Procurement Management 52

Spend Matters

DECEMBER 27, 2023

For several years now, Spend Matters has been collecting and publishing a series of articles about procurement, supply and services trends for the year ahead from expert tech and service providers in the market. As generative AI moves beyond the hype, businesses will seek technologies that offer real, tangible benefits.

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Procurement solutions Procurement Negotiation Procurement strategies 64

Skill Dynamics

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The Skill Dynamics eLearning platform comprises of three experiences that combine to deliver our world-class digital learning program. Until now, each of these technologies has had its own distinct product name. We felt we could help make our technology easier to understand – and say! – LONDON , 12 December 2023.

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Supply chain Innovation Procurement Management 98

Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Dawn of Integrated Source-to-Pay Suites The release of Gartner’s first integrated Source-to-Pay (S2P) Magic Quadrant marks a pivotal moment in procurement technology. This shift underscores the industry’s move towards integrated platforms over standalone modules.

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Sourcing e2e Spend management Leadership 69