Procurement Heads

MAY 9, 2023

For Procurement Heads ‘ latest Big Interview, he spoke with Will Cooke about his career and what he looks for when hiring. How did you get into procurement? What are the roles and responsibilities that procurement holds within your organisation and how do you split the function out? It just stuck with me.

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Procurement Heads

MAY 9, 2023

For Procurement Heads ‘ latest Big Interview, he spoke with Will Cooke about his career and what he looks for when hiring. How did you get into procurement? What are the roles and responsibilities that procurement holds within your organisation and how do you split the function out? It just stuck with me.

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Una

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Five Predictions for the Future of Procurement. As we move further and further from the effects of a global pandemic, procurement will not revisit the “good old days” of the mid-2010s. COVID permanently changed the procurement game. Did the pandemic already write procurement’s future? Far from it.

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Una

JULY 20, 2023

Future-Proof Your Procurement Career Explore 5 ways to hedge your bets to future-proof your procurement career as AI radically changes the sourcing landscape. Let’s examine how to hedge your bets to future-proof your procurement career as AI radically changes the landscape.

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Una

JULY 27, 2023

WANTED: Transferable Skills for Procurement Explore some of the desired transferable skills for procurement that seasoned professionals can leverage when building a sourcing career. By Hugo Britt | July 27, 2023 Search Search According to the 2023 CIPS/Hays Procurement Salary Guide , over 20% of U.S.

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ivalua

MARCH 5, 2020

Last week, round 40 Procurement leaders got together in the very pleasant surroundings of the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London to talk about collaboration, and to celebrate Ivalua’s increased presence in the UK. I was challenged in the questions about whether we can really move away from “savings” as perhaps the main objective for Procurement.

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SCMDOJO

AUGUST 21, 2023

In our digital age, where viral trends dominate, TikTok’s influence now extends to supply chain management. TikTokers have emerged as a strategic asset for advancing supply chain management, driven by several compelling factors that align seamlessly with the dynamic landscape of the digital age. That was fun, right?

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Empowering CPO

JULY 3, 2023

Introduction In the complex and fast-paced business world of today, Managed Procurement Services (MPS) have emerged as a key solution for enterprises seeking to streamline their operations, improve efficiencies, and achieve cost savings. Procurement is no longer just about purchasing goods and services at the lowest cost.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 5, 2023

Introduction Welcome to our exploration of a fascinating convergence shaping the future of business operations: the intersection of technology and managed procurement services. Before we dive in, let’s first set the stage by discussing EmpoweringCPO, a leader in the field of managed procurement services.

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Empowering CPO

JULY 17, 2023

Introduction Brief Explanation of the Role of Procurement in Businesses Procurement is the lifeblood of any business, large or small. It’s the complex process through which businesses source and acquire the goods and services they need to operate and grow.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JANUARY 11, 2023

Today I’m joined by Nipendo , a forward-thinking software brand that is on a mission to improve how buyers and suppliers work together to combat Source-to-Pay inefficiencies and costs. It was that approach – much more additive than disruptive – that really intrigued me as the new age of spend management.” 34.06] The future for Nipendo.

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Una

AUGUST 23, 2023

Harnessing the Influencer’s Art to Raise the Profile of Procurement Practitioners can use the art of influencing to amplify their message beyond their own organizations to raise the profile of procurement. Procurement needs to be less Batman and more Superman. How to elevate the profile of procurement Why does this matter?

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 21, 2023

To decrease procurement costs, improve efficiency, monitor compliance, and contribute to informed, strategic decision making. But in an age where data is voluminous and complex, traditional methods of spend analysis may fall short. This is where Spend Analysis comes into play. The primary aim?

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 22, 2023

Introduction Welcome to our complete guide on the role of spend analysis in strategic sourcing. In the ever-evolving world of business, strategic sourcing has become a linchpin in corporate success. But how do we fuel the engine of strategic sourcing? But how do we fuel the engine of strategic sourcing?

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Empowering CPO

MAY 15, 2023

Introduction Welcome to a journey into the heart of successful businesses – the procurement function. Procurement is not just a corporate department; it is a critical business function that has the potential to influence an organization’s profitability, operational efficiency, and strategic success.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

One area where digital transformation has had a profound impact is in procurement, and specifically, in the realm of spend analysis. One area where digital transformation has had a profound impact is in procurement, and specifically, in the realm of spend analysis.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

MARCH 17, 2022

business to leisure, this new-age phenomenon is sure to set the stage for the future of technology. This is especially true for procurement as it is being looked at as a strategic cornerstone and goal accelerator in the long run. Do you know why Zycus is the best cognitive procurement alternative in the market?

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Need for Artificial intelligence in Procurement. As Procurement leaders plan their 2022 Savings targets, they are exploring new ways to unlock the full potential of their operations and realize its true value. It helps teams to automate mundane tasks and processes resulting in boosting productivity and cost-efficiency.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JULY 25, 2022

CPOs and procurement leaders everywhere are trying to identify ways to be agile to handle future uncertainties. . A significant amount of change has taken place in the procurement function over the past few years. Here are the latest updates on digital procurement in 2022 : .

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 21, 2020

How can Supply Chains be changed in the future to make them more robust and resilient and less disrupted by any future catastrophes, and god forbid, a future pandemic? A “Don’t Touch” Strategy will Dramatically Lean out your Supply Chain! What is a Don’t Touch Supply Chain Strategy?

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The Procuretech Podcast

MAY 3, 2022

Keelvar - bot technology for spot sourcing. Alan explains how his background in a university computer science department inspired Keelvar, and how his knowledge in AI has enabled him to develop a platform for sourcing excellence, that scales to any size of transaction. Optimising spot sourcing, as opposed to long-term tenders.

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

JULY 27, 2021

Procure to pay automation has come a long way in the world of procurement. The influence of automation is increasing day by day. But today, in the age of Big Data, ‘reimagining’ the procure-to-pay process means a data-driven and fact-based approach for proven business results. How” and “When” to start?

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Zycus Cognitive Procurement

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Common procurement myths about the use of AI in procurement are widespread today in the age of AI and automation. According to a Hackett group report, 46% of procurement leaders plan major investments in AI to improve their procurement processes.

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Procurement Insights

JUNE 24, 2022

In truth, it is really a one-way conversation in which we all lament the inherent dangers and shortfalls of using spreadsheets and emails to procure goods and services but continue to use them. Like the proverbial broken record, the debate regarding the continuing use of spreadsheets has been going on for years.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 25, 2023

Understanding Procurement and its Business Significance At the heart of every thriving business is an effective and efficient procurement process. Procurement, in its simplest form, is the process by which businesses acquire the goods, services, or works they need from external sources. Introduction A.

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Arkestro

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Resources / Blog / How to Transform Procurement into a Strategic C-Suite Player How to Transform Procurement into a Strategic C-Suite Player Procurement is at a crossroads. However, only 31% say procurement is driving their strategic agendas.

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Procurement Templates

JANUARY 17, 2024

Criteria: Procurement plays a key role in leading demand management across the organisation with clear benefits as a result.Demand management improvement opportunities have been identified and a prioritised, structured plan is in place to address.Evidence of some benefits achieved is available. DM reported at a senior (i.e. SMT) level.

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Procurement Software

MAY 23, 2023

Procurement excellence is a hot topic these days. If Procurement is to deliver more with less, it’s essential that we get the most out of the resources we do have. He’s a co-author of Profit From The Source. He’s a co-author of Profit From The Source. Very few CEOs come from Procurement or Supply Chain.

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Solvoyo

OCTOBER 19, 2020

With next-generation technologies disrupting our lives day by day, we are all trying to distinguish whether machine learning, artificial intelligence, automated decision making, etc. Is it really possible to fully automate decision making using ML and AI algorithms? . uncertainty regarding future demand. 1) UNCERTAINTY.

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HICX

AUGUST 4, 2022

We took the opportunity at World Procurement Congress 2022 to ask leading practitioners and supplier experience experts for their thoughts on what this means for how we work with suppliers and the importance of understanding the suppliers’ perspective. The era of Supplier Experience is here. Suppliers as an extension of the organization.

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Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

For procurement professionals and solution providers, understanding the evolution of technology and its impact is crucial for staying competitive in the ever-changing market. From the early days of mechanization and automation to the digital age, technology has continuously improved efficiency and effectiveness in business operations.

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