ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

In August 2020 Gartner published this report “4 Tactics Procurement Can Use to Sustain Influence as Economic Conditions Improve” This blog summarizes the key points of the report which you can read in full, here. Procurement Teams Step-up. A Blueprint for Demonstrating the value of Strategic Procurement.

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ivalua

APRIL 13, 2021

In part 1 of this blog I looked at how procurement can actually create new revenue opportunities. Here I’ll take a look at two other ways that procurement can help support growth. Even in indirect purchasing, giving suppliers more flexibility in how they meet requirements can increase savings and sustainability.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 20, 2023

If you’re eyeing a role as a Procurement Manager (or are looking to hire one), you’re in the right place! As a procurement Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in overseeing the purchasing and procurement process for a company or organization, making sure they get the best bang for their buck.

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OptiProERP

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Procurement and purchasing are terms interchangeably used in manufacturing but are distinct activities. In this blog, we will see how purchasing and procurement differ. From invoicing, making payments, and managing suppliers, procurement saves time while building positive supplier relationships.

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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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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The procurement department is an integral part of any organization, playing a crucial role in the purchasing process. To get the most out of any procurement team, all the associated key roles need to be filled with qualified individuals that understand both technology and the principles of supply chain management.

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ivalua

JUNE 4, 2020

A review of the key elements in supplier management for manufacturers and how Source-to-Pay procurement technology can support the journey towards supply chain resilience and agility in times of crisis. As the COVID-19 pandemic disrupts global supply chains, procurement organizations around the world are scrambling to react.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Q3 is a tough quarter: the list of companies failing to meet revenue guidance will continue to grow. The question is, how can a company not meet guidance? The market tolerates an underperforming company that meets guidance more than a top performer that misses guidance. For this blog post, never mind the comparison.

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ProcurePort

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

• Strategic procurement refers to a long-term plan to enhance the supply of specific goods and services essential to meeting an organization’s core objectives. Strategic procurement is a […]. The post Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain Management: What is it? appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We continue our top blog posts of 2014 from our main categories today by focusing on something at Cerasis we are experts in : Logistics. We’ve already listed the top 10 manufacturing blog posts and the top 10 supply chain blog posts last week. Top 15 Logistics Blog Posts of 2014. Read the Full Post.

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ProcurePort

JUNE 15, 2022

• The goal of procurement is to keep up with an organization’s emerging product and supply chain needs to meet the business’s end goals. Procurement is a strategic process involving identifying, selecting, negotiating, and settling contracts with suppliers. But what is the purpose of procurement?

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Logistics Bureau

AUGUST 2, 2021

On this blog and the one published by our sister company Logistics Bureau, we often receive questions relating to metrics suitable for monitoring procurement performance. To answer some of those inquiries, we decided to release the following brief overview of what we believe to be the most helpful procurement KPIs.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Understanding how inflation impacts procurement and then taking action to mitigate its effects is essential for any business looking to stay ahead of the game. How Inflation Impacts Procurement Inflation affects a number of aspects of a business, including its ability to compete in the market, financial performance, and overall strategy.

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Procurement Academy

JULY 22, 2022

For procurement professionals, it’s a core skill that’s essential to be well practiced in. During a bargaining meeting, an effective negotiator must have the skills and tact to clearly point out their desired outcome. The post 7 key skills for successful supply chain and procurement negotiation appeared first on Skilldynamics.

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EC Sourcing Group

JULY 20, 2023

The energy sector faces several unique procurement challenges, such as complex supply chains, volatile commodity prices, strict regulatory requirements, and the need for sustainable and socially responsible sourcing. Cost Optimization : Commodity prices in the energy sector can be highly volatile.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 14, 2021

Featuring Our 12 Best Procurement Articles! Procurement and Sustainability are your business’ Yin and Yang. Procurement and Sustainability are two disciplines and business functions that exist in a perfectly harmonious contradiction. Procurement is fundamentally centered around the act of acquisition and/or buying.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Featuring Our 12 Best Procurement Articles! Procurement is a function that is undergoing an exciting transformation in the majority of global value chains; simultaneously, within its own strategy, process, and technology. This is an exciting time to be a procurement practitioner, as well as a vendor of ProcureTech solutions.

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NC State SCRC

MARCH 22, 2019

Our upcoming SCRC meeting on April 25 will explore a topic that has been top of mind for me and several other people for some time. To give you a clue as to what this is about, consider the typical sessions you see at, for instance, the ISM meeting, that I plan on attending this year. In fact, it’s long overdue.

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Procurement Academy

JUNE 15, 2022

Ethics play a major role in procurement and with the increasing use of technology and consumer behavior changes, it’s something to take seriously as an organization. An example of how ethics comes into play in procurement is in supplier selection, evaluation, negotiation and ultimately awarding business. Fair and unbiased treatment.

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ivalua

JANUARY 22, 2019

For Procurement leaders in particular there couldn’t be a better time to do so. A recent study by the Hackett Group found that only 63% of Procurement organizations have even developed a plan for digital transformation. 33% bluntly stated their service does not meet customer expectations. It should never be a compromise.

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QAD

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

QAD Demos: Transforming Procurement & Supply Chain QAD is set to showcase two critical demonstrations at the event, focusing on Procurement and Supply Chain Planning. Procurement Demonstration (Day 1 at 4:00 PM): This demonstration will provide attendees with an in-depth look at QAD’s procurement module.

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Bristlecone

MAY 4, 2020

Combines procurement tools and deployment expertise to improve sourcing processes (includes limited-time SAP Ariba offer). Improves operational and procurement planning by making more effective use of SAP functionalities (no charge for assessment). Learn More | Watch Webinar (On-Demand). RAPID SOURCING SOLUTION. SAP BASIS DIAGNOSTICS.

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Bristlecone

JUNE 30, 2020

Spend 360° – Provides end-to-end visibility, along multiple dimensions, into an organization’s spend, thus enabling key insights for optimizing procurement activities. Please email info@bcone.com to request a meeting. The post Blog: New Bristlecone Rapid Insights 360° Analytics Solutions appeared first on Bristlecone.

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ivalua

MARCH 14, 2019

But what do you call the space in between, where the two world’s meet? It’s a question that you can answer for yourself at Ivalua Now – The Art of Procurement , being held, appropriately enough, at The Louvre, Paris 10 th – 12 th April. Blog first published by our friends at Purchase to Pay Network.

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Supply Chain Shaman

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

I try to post weekly on this blog. Peeling Back the Lid on Supply Chain World Salad In this world, where board discussions focus on eliminating waste and meeting corporate social responsibility goals, supply chain teams respond with projects like end-to-end planning, control towers, and real-time decisions. He wants answers.

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NC State SCRC

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

I am working on a new book focused on the sales and procurement relationship in supply chains with my friend Howard Richman, who has a wealth of experience working for companies like Merck, Citrix, and others. What is the capability you possess to deliver a solution that meets our needs?

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NC State SCRC

MAY 30, 2022

The report was published in the last month, and reflects some of the increasing challenges and disparities that exist between procurement and supply chain executives. One of the problems that often emerges in organizations is not only misalignment between procurement and supply chain, but also between senior executives and their managers.

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Procurement Academy

JUNE 15, 2022

Ethics play a major role in procurement and with increasing use of technology and consumer behavior changes, it’s something to take seriously as an organization. An example of how ethics comes into play in procurement is in supplier selection, evaluation, negotiation and ultimately awarding business. Fair and unbiased treatment.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

APRIL 15, 2020

Digital Procurement article, and permission to publish here, provided by Sam Jenks at kodiakrating.com. Navigating the complexity of the global supply chain as a procurement professional can sometimes feel like taking a walk through the Amazon without a compass, or entering into outer space without an oxygen tank. Don’t Panic!

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Precoro

MARCH 25, 2024

There are many different types of procurement, but all share the same goal: to get the best value for the company. Here are a few examples of different types of procurement: Product Procurement: Product procurement is the process of acquiring products or services from suppliers.

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Precoro

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

In order to run a successful business, you need a dedicated procurement team to obtain these essential goods and services, ensure timely delivery, and nurture good relationships with your vendors. Paying for offices, utilities, technology subscriptions, and cleaning services is also part of the procurement team's responsibility.

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Procurement Academy

AUGUST 11, 2022

Managing strategic suppliers effectively is essential for procurement and supply chain teams to improve processes and drive competitive advantage for their organization. Procurement teams must also evaluate whether or not they anticipate a long-term relationship with the supplier to help the organization compete successfully in the market.

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ivalua

JANUARY 13, 2023

Public Procurement: Building Business Cases and Driving Momentum. For the Government, supplier diversity programs are something procurement professionals in the United States (US) have accepted as a key element to their procurement success. Agile Procurement in Canada. Social Procurement Framework in European Union.

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EC Sourcing Group

JANUARY 4, 2022

Before the Internet, procurement was a tedious process. It consisted of phone calls, face-to-face meetings, and endless paper trails and filing. eSourcing in procurement leads to further procurement optimization. eSourcing in procurement leads to further procurement optimization. Procurement intake requests.

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EC Sourcing Group

JANUARY 4, 2022

Before the Internet, procurement was a tedious process. It consisted of phone calls, face-to-face meetings, and endless paper trails and filing. eSourcing in procurement leads to further procurement optimization. eSourcing in procurement leads to further procurement optimization. Procurement intake requests.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

PO Collaboration is essential in coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of customized components and managing production schedules to meet customer requirements. He has published numerous thought leadership articles, whitepapers, blogs and delivered dozens of webinars during his career. Nari Viswanathan is currently Sr.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 29, 2024

For example, those that actively read my blog, know that I frequently take issue with SAP, but seldom with Oracle. The idiom ‘horses for courses’ derives from horse racing and symbolizes the concept of tailoring solutions to meet the individual characteristics of a situation or problem. The reason? Listen and learn.

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