ivalua

JUNE 7, 2021

With businesses’ focus shifting from damage control to restoring growth, innovative CPOs are encouraging their procurement teams to prioritise supplier innovation and revenue growth opportunities. . Yet at most organisations procurement remains an afterthought when it comes to revenue growth.

Strategy 130

Strategy Procurement Collaboration Innovation 130

IBM Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

CEOs say that sustainability investments will help drive better business results in the next 5 years. One of the key challenges they face is the lack of reliable data and insights, according to an IBM survey of business leaders. This approach can help organizations to more easily establish a sustainability strategy across the business.

Sustainability 84

Sustainability Data Sourcing Strategy 84

ivalua

APRIL 9, 2021

8 April, 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 restoring growth. Now is the time to digitalise procurement and use it as a growth driver.

Procurement strategies 130

Procurement strategies Strategy Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement 130

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2021

And with business priorities shifting from damage control to restoring growth as we see the light at the end of the Covid-19 tunnel, the time could not have been better. Innovative procurement leaders are positioning the function to be a driver of growth and thereby further elevating the function’s status.

Procurement 130

Procurement Innovation Price Suppliers 130

Procurement Leaders

JANUARY 13, 2023

US employers announced a total of 76,835 job cuts in November 2022 – a 127% increase on the October figures, according to a report from employment consultant Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Source: Procurement Leaders, November 2022. There are several reasons why the procurement function may be experiencing a growth spurt.

Procurement team 130

Procurement team Sustainability Procurement Risk 130

ivalua

APRIL 8, 2021

8 April, 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 restoring growth. Now is the time to digitalize procurement and use it as a growth driver.

Procurement strategies 130

Procurement strategies Strategy Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement 130

Procurement Heads

MARCH 2, 2023

We last spoke in deepest darkest Covid, so a lot has changed since then, in general in both the consultancy world and in procurement. We last spoke in deepest darkest Covid, so a lot has changed since then, in general in both the consultancy world and in procurement. Consultancy has changed quite a lot if I am honest.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply chain 130

ivalua

APRIL 13, 2021

Here I’ll take a look at two other ways that procurement can help support growth. Most organizations overestimate their capabilities here, with 83% of respondents to a recent Forrester survey on supporting growth indicating they had closer collaboration with suppliers than their competitors (and only 10% worse).

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Collaboration 130

SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

The Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) market has experienced significant growth in recent years, with even greater potential ahead. SCaaS is a technology-driven approach to managing supply chains, offering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for businesses. SCaaS offers a strategic impact on business.

Supply Chain Optimization 90

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions 90

IBM Supply Chain Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Why is a strong product development strategy important? Successful companies fuse product development practices with overarching business strategies to ensure sustainable innovations that will resonate efficiently and sustainably with customers—both in existing markets and among new target audiences.

Product development 81

Product development Strategy supply chain budgeting supply chain software solutions 81

World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

Procurement refers to the business processes involved in acquiring goods, services, and work from external suppliers. It involves identifying needs, sourcing potential vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, negotiating contracts, selecting suppliers, managing relationships, and meeting obligations. What is Procurement?

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

ivalua

MAY 11, 2021

Vendors play a key role in achieving challenging business goals, representing an essential cornerstone in Arkad S.p.A. Vendors play a key role in achieving challenging business goals, representing an essential cornerstone in Arkad S.p.A. The digital transformation journey has reached the Go-Live of the Sourcing module.

Procurement 130

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Spend management Suppliers 130

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, organizations across industries are realizing the immense value of effective procurement practices. The demand for qualified individuals keeps rising as businesses increasingly understand how important procurement is to their overall strategy. Do not worry!

Cost of ownership 79

Cost of ownership Procurement Category management supply chain software solutions 79

Procurement Leaders

MAY 30, 2022

The business unit sources £1.5bn of goods and services annually for properties occupied by CBRE clients in the UK, including hard and soft facilities management, with most purchasing decisions being made by those working directly with the client to ensure their needs are sufficiently met. What is GWS?

Suppliers 130

Suppliers Influencing Procurement team Procurement 130

SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned procurement professional or just stepping into the world of sourcing and acquisitions, understanding the nuances of procurement synonyms can make all the difference. Well, the English language offers a rich tapestry of words that almost mirror the essence of this crucial business function.

Procurement 98

Procurement Supply Chain Optimization supply chain software solutions Supply Chain Efficiency 98

IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Talent acquisition refers to the ongoing strategy and process an organization and its HR department uses to source, attract, evaluate, hire and retain the highly-qualified new employees it needs to grow. The success of any organization relies on its ability to attract, retain and develop top talent.

Strategy 67

Strategy Sourcing Leadership Networking 67

Procurement Tactics

JULY 17, 2022

After reading this article, you will learn how to use procurement synonyms in your profession or business. After reading this article, you will learn how to use procurement synonyms in your profession or business. It is important to know procurement synonyms as it can effectively help you in communicating without being repetitive. .

Procurement 130

Procurement Negotiation Purchasing Supply Chain Optimization 130

Spend Matters

DECEMBER 19, 2023

With another busy year of procurement and supply chain events tidily packed away behind us, Spend Matters is pleased to provide a round-up of the main events we attended in 2023, with a short recap of each and key takeaways. Read his recommendations in eWorld: first dispatch.

Procurement 78

Procurement Supply Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 78

Planergy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Whether you have a small business or a large corporation, the basic steps and best practices for managing budgets are the same. Why is Business Budgeting Important?

supply chain budgeting 92

supply chain budgeting Budget Real-time Visibility Spend management 92

Spend Matters

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This year, our analysts identified three solution providers that have proven their potential to be considered best-in-class, one of which is source-to-pay suite provider Onventis. The Onventis network serves as a secure and efficient conduit, connecting the intricate business processes of both buyers and suppliers across the globe. “As

Procurement solutions 87

Procurement solutions Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions 87

IBM Supply Chain Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Cybersecurity is everyone’s business—as it should be, given the staggering surge in cyberattacks. This is creating more attack opportunities and vulnerabilities for businesses than ever before. These attacks have an exponentially ascending impact on the reputation and bottom line of businesses.

Strategy 72

Strategy Data Risk Sourcing 72

IBM Supply Chain Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

A successful business strategy dictates the allocation of resources and outlines how a company will achieve its strategic goals. Typically, a strategy will be informed by core business objectives and keep key performance indicators (KPIs) in mind.

Business strategy 76

Business strategy Strategy Leadership Agile and Lean Supply Chain 76

ivalua

MAY 30, 2023

It is an important part of the decision-making process and requires careful consideration of a wide range of factors, such as cost, quality, reliability, and delivery times. By maximizing resource utilization and implementing careful procurement management, the government can source the best goods and services at the most competitive prices.

Eprocurement 49

Eprocurement Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain resilience 49

Planergy

DECEMBER 25, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. FP&A professionals are responsible for understanding the financial implications of business decisions and providing strategic recommendations. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend.

Real-time Visibility 52

Real-time Visibility Data Budget Strategic planning 52

Procurement Tactics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Managing a procurement team is difficult. You have this new wave of procurement professionals coming your way with different ideals and perspectives due to the generation gap. With all the social, political, and environmental movements that millennials are starting, how can you manage them without conflicting perspectives? Millennials are lazy.

Procurement team 130

Procurement team Management Procurement Innovation 130

Planergy

OCTOBER 18, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Corporate travel has become essential to many companies’ operations in today’s fast-paced business world. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend.

Risk 52

Risk Real-time Visibility Negotiation Management 52

Procurement Software

APRIL 25, 2023

Why procurement technology’s growth is not with enterprise suites Procurement technology is no longer the sole preserve of large enterprises. Therefore, now is the time for all businesses to embrace the benefits of digital procurement software. But these suites often failed to match the needs of a modern business.

supply chain software solutions 52

supply chain software solutions Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain budgeting 52

IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 28, 2023

It’s no wonder then that Macmillan needs sophisticated business intelligence (BI) and data analytics. And in the last few years, the team realized there was an opportunity to expand beyond centralized operational reporting to enable further business growth. This contributed to the need for more analytics by our users.

Data 53

Data Inventory Supply Chain Efficiency Sourcing 53

Una

MARCH 6, 2024

Your Business Guide to Outsourced Procurement A comprehensive guide to outsourced procurement and the benefits of working with a group purchasing organization to save money, time, and effort. Get things done faster Outsourcing helps businesses streamline their operations and use their resources more efficiently.

Procurement 52

Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Purchasing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

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.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Management Procurement Supply Chain Optimization 52

Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The rapid growth of AI technology among businesses globally has been transforming the way they operate,” says Iyyappan Chandramouleeswaran , source-to-pay transformation specialist, VP of procurement transformation at Standard Chartered and ex-management consultant with Accenture.

Supply Chain Efficiency 83

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Procurement Supply Chain Optimization 83

SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Thanks to its complex, hybrid nature, it has resulted in significant losses for businesses and their brands. Source: Adapted from Payments Fraud Insights report (2020), Federal Reserve System. By the time the fraud has been detected, they’ll have made off with thousands of dollars that your business is never going to get back.

Purchasing 100

Purchasing Sourcing Data Import 100

Planergy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Budgeting is a critical financial planning and management aspect for individuals, businesses, and organizations. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend.

Budget 52

Budget Real-time Visibility Innovation Data 52

Una

OCTOBER 9, 2023

How to Implement a Strategic Sourcing Process A play-by-play manual showing how to implement a strategic sourcing process that aligns with your organization’s goals, optimizes spend, and creates long-term value. At its core, strategic sourcing formalizes the process of finding, assessing, and choosing suppliers.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

SCMDOJO

AUGUST 21, 2023

By utilizing TikTokers’ broad reach, businesses are transforming supply chains to establish deeper connections with their audience. By harnessing the extensive reach of social media influencers, businesses can complement traditional marketing and amplify their message.

Supply Chain Optimization 97

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain software solutions 97

Una

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

So, we discovered a few things after scouring countless online consulting resources, using hand-me-down dowsing rods, and shaking our professional Magic 8-ball user. Secondly, opinions vary, but there is a consensus among high-dollar consultancies where procurement likely is headed. . Five Predictions for the Future of Procurement.

Procurement 98

Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement team 98

Procurement Software

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

I wanted to bring you the key criteria that you should consider when sourcing or considering a digital procurement solution. What is the right procurement software pricing structure for your business? Well, it depends on: The size of your business; The number of users. Do you want it to do one thing very, very well?

supply chain software solutions 72

supply chain software solutions Procurement Price Sourcing 72