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

Procurement Insights

It made me wonder if and how the C-Suite view of procurement has evolved over the past 14 years. Starting with the CFO, then the CIO, CEO, and The Board, here is the outline of changes in how top executives view procurement going forward in 2025. Key metrics were tied to cost reduction and spend under management.

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AI Dime A Dozen Post Reader Reactions!

Procurement Insights

From our experience at a high level, in 2024 companies budgeted for a recession. Hansen Strategic Advisor/Analyst Specializing in Emerging AI Tech, Sales and Marketing (Procurement) Thinkers360 Top 50 Global Thought Leaders & Influencers on Procurement! Then this “school cheat tool” show up.

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Top 5 Critical Skills Next-Gen Procurement Leaders Must Develop Now

Zycus Cognitive Procurement

There are a couple of quite interesting facts that prove Procurement to be the captain, guiding the journey to recovery post-crisis. In a case of history repeating, Procurement once again is the torch bearer for organisations looking forward to normalise cash flows, increase profitability and thus return to normalcy. Risk management.

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Supplier Performance Management – The Ultimate Guide

SCMDOJO

It is arguably true that supplier performance management is considered a business practice for measuring, analyzing, and managing supplier performance to reduce cost, and risk and also drive continuous improvement. Therefore, the success of supplier performance management directly affects the quality of the entire supply chain.

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The Unofficial History of Spreadsheets in Procurement: Are Reports of Their Demise Greatly Exaggerated?

Procurement Insights

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. Interesting timing?

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Economic uncertainty ahead: 7 things you can do to prepare for a recession

Procurify

While dealing with the ongoing inflation, companies must navigate supply chain disruptions, geopolitical issues in certain markets, labour shortages and the foggy business environment caused by the pandemic. Using effective spend management software can help you keep track of upcoming payments and revise your procurement process.

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Why Procuretech has Immense Potential to Grow

Procurement Software

Procurement is the function in companies that, on a general level, takes care of sourcing, managing vendors and tracking spend. In the latest years, the need for digital procurement tools has arisen as businesses have entered a more rapid digital transformation process. What is the role of procurement in different industries?