Procurement Insights

DECEMBER 11, 2024

There are between 2 and 4 links covering the period 2007 to 2024. ChatGPT Assessment 2024 – [link] Did Gartner get it right 2009 – [link] 2. Technology is irrelevant 2024 – [link] Technology is irrelevant 2007 – [link] 3. ChatGPT – What are the top 10 procurement predictions for 2030?

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 3, 2025

2011 eWorld Video THE EVOLUTION OF THE CFO VIEW Between 2011 and 2024 , CFOs’ views of procurement have evolved significantly, reflecting changes in the business environment, technology, and organizational priorities. Key metrics were tied to cost reduction and spend under management.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 8, 2025

MODEL #2 An agent-based model within a metaprise framework outperforms traditional equation-based intake and orchestration models in procurement because it better addresses the complexity, unpredictability, and multi-stakeholder nature of modern supply chains. Complex, multi-tiered supply chains Superior (e.g.,

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 24, 2024

In 2024, the logistics and supply chain industry will continue its transformative journey, driven by technological advancements and growing consumer expectations. Ignoring industry trends poses the risk of being left behind by more agile competitors. Let’s see the most common trends in 2024.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 4, 2025

Network Member Question Aside from the basics of spend analysis and eliminating redundancy, Im curious to hear of others experiences in dealing with merger/acquisitions and how the cultural elements were addressed in terms of promoting the use of preferred vendors and the adoption of expense management policy.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The most recent Hackett Group Report highlights key priorities reshaping procurement in 2025, including technology adoption, the rise of Generative AI, and managing emerging risks. However, simply cutting costs isnt a sustainable strategy CPOs must move beyond tactical price reductions and embrace strategic cost management.

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ivalua

MARCH 27, 2023

E-invoicing Mandate | France 2024 Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] Wake Up AP, Before it’s Too Late! It’s already hit most Latin American countries, India, China and Italy, but the next big wave hits France in 2024. E-invoicing Mandate | France 2024 appeared first on Ivalua.

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Spend Matters

AUGUST 15, 2024

“Never waste a good crisis” is a phrase worth pondering in the realm of digital transformation for supply chains. Historically, major companies neglected supply chain transformation and digital investments until global disruptions, such as the Covid pandemic, forced a change. 22, at 10:00 AM PST.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 4, 2024

Generative AI’s success will hinge on the professionals behind it In 2024, AI hype will reach its peak. Organizations will risk ESG non-compliance as they continue to focus on cost-cutting As inflation continues to bite and geopolitical instability persists, many organizations will be tempted to drive down supplier costs in 2024.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Shaping the next generation of procurement professionals In 2024, as emerging technologies continue to redefine the workplace and professional landscape, and industries embrace AI, procurement departments will rethink their strategies to source top talent, retrain existing employees and attract the next generation of procurement professionals.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In a fast-paced world where supply chain disruptions, generative AI innovations, and trade tariffs constantly shape the global economy, staying informed is vital. Hosted by Sarah Barnes Humphrey, the founder of Let’s Talk Supply Chain, the video promises an insightful discussion with special guest Audrey Ross.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 9, 2025

Its spend management was fragmented, often requiring tools like Concur. Supplier Focus: Ramps supplier management is buyer-centric (e.g., Ramp retains an edge in agility and UX (6,500 hours saved, Forrester), while Amexs legacy brand and Nipendos depth appeal to entrenched corporates. PO syncing, bill pay). manufacturing).

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In no order of preference, other than by the date they arrived in our inbox, today let’s hear from: Donna Wilczek, EVP Strategy and Innovation at Coupa , spend management suite provider and one of Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Know. using supply chain digital twins to optimize supply chain networks for carbon takeout).

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Procurement needs to think AI-first in 2024 and beyond The generative AI wave of 2023 truly brought us into the AI economy, with companies realizing how advances in AI have the potential to transform key processes and workflows that underpin how they operate and generate value.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 17, 2024

From planning a product, design and simulation, to optimizing a specific process across the supply chain, customer expectations for AI integration continue to evolve as new applications for supply chain automation are discovered.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 19, 2025

We conclude that different types of loans may help e-commerce supply chains. You benefit from them because your business receives help for managing peak seasons and overcoming competition for the top e-commerce positions. Source: [link] Well, it faces a few challenges: Management. The terms depend on the loan type.

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Finale Inventory

AUGUST 28, 2024

Running a small business comes with its fair share of challenges, and 2024 has been no exception. This year, supply chain disruptions have posed significant obstacles for small business owners. Two main factors have played a major role in disrupting supply chains worldwide: global events and the pandemic.

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Procurement Leaders

DECEMBER 22, 2024

In fact, its a good job that your average chief procurement officer is naturally drawn to complex problems because there was a rich vein of them through 2024. In such an environment, agility will be an important muscle to build agile teams, agile processes and supply chains and supplier relationships that are able to pivot at speed.

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Arkestro

MARCH 20, 2025

As supply chains and procurement grow increasingly complex in the face of global challenges, the Executive Advisory Board serves to ensure Arkestro remains strategically positioned and innovative in an evolving market. Arkestro’s executive advisors provide strategic guidance and foster ongoing innovation throughout the company.

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Spend Matters

MARCH 6, 2025

This trend is further supported by a survey revealing that 92% of CPOs are planning and assessing generative AI capabilities in 2024, according to Deloitte. Build resilience: In an era of supply chain disruptions, quick access to real-time data enables agile decision making.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 7, 2023

However, this initial success was soon overshadowed by a series of setbacks and challenges that Rivian had to navigate through mainly related to supply chain and production. The production setbacks experienced by Rivian had a direct impact on its reputation and supply chain.

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Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Building Stronger Relationship s : Effective Approaches to Multi-Tier Supplier Collaboration A chain is only as strong as its weakest link—but what if you can’t evaluate the entire chain? Tier 1 suppliers and their suppliers—and their suppliers’ suppliers—make up an organization’s multi-tier supply chain.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

DECEMBER 11, 2024

If theres one thing weve learned in 2024, its that effective procurement strategies can make all the difference in a teams success. Whether its about navigating complex supplier relationships, managing costs, or preparing for unpredictable challenges, procurement leaders have shown that adaptability and innovation are key.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 13, 2025

2007, 2014, and The GenAI Metaprise, Oct 11, 2024)involves observing data, acting, assessing results, and adapting, aligning with self-learning concepts but prioritizing practical outcomes over technical specifics. cosmetics and coffee supply chains), and highlight technicality, adaptability, and application differences.

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Jaggaer

JANUARY 20, 2025

According to the data, a key trend in the Supply Chain Management Software market in Saudi Arabia is the increasing adoption of cloud-based solutions, which offer scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness.

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Una

APRIL 23, 2024

How Machine Learning is Transforming Supply Chain Management Machine learning applied to supply chain management allows businesses to enhance decision-making and streamline operations. Machine learning, a subset of AI, has emerged as a game-changer in the world of supply chain management.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 5, 2025

6 Coupa Software 2006 Founded in 2006, a relatively younger leader in spend management. 9 Lytica 2015 Established in 2015, a newer player in supply chain analytics. Rank Provider Est. Size Reasoning 1 SAP Ariba 102,000+ (SAP total) SAPs global workforce (2024) and Aribas 25.4%

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Finale Inventory

JULY 15, 2024

In the fast-paced ecommerce environment, efficient inventory management plays an important role in ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. One inventory management strategy that has gained significant popularity is Just in Time (JIT) inventory. Quality Control: JIT inventory places a strong emphasis on zero defects.

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Jaggaer

JUNE 28, 2024

Procurement and supply chain professionals are emerging as enterprise linchpins. C-suites are increasingly leaning on the function’s expertise and tools to advance key objectives, such as business continuity, responsible business practices, profitable growth, and competitive advantage. Generative AI offers workload relief.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In the YouTube video titled “Gender Diversity, 2024 Trends & Cheese stuck at Customs? ”, Sarah Barnes Humphrey delves into a range of intriguing topics within the realm of supply chain management. Join us as we analyze the key points raised in this thought-provoking discussion.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 20, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. What Supply Chain Management problem does this solve? The biggest problem in the transitional supply chain is lack of open and trustworthy information availability across the supply chain caused by multiple issues – trust, technology and legacy practices being the top ones.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

Because procure-to-pay teams lacking business agility, internal resources, or adequate tools are hungry for solutions that can help them streamline operations, increase strategic influence, gain spend control, innovate sourcing streams, improve efficiency, and increase time for more “high-value” work. billion by 2028.

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Una

JUNE 5, 2024

Building Resilient Supply Chains To Weather Any Storm What does building a resilient supply chain entail? By Hugo Britt | June 6, 2024 Search Search There are choppy seas ahead. Imagine your supply chain as a sturdy ship navigating the choppy waters of the global marketplace. The lesson?

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Draymaster is the only digital rate management system in the drayage space. Before founding DrayMaster, Travis held leadership roles overseeing brokerage and intermodal terminal management, as well as establishing and growing a national trucking company. 09.34] An overview of DrayMaster – what they do and how they help their customers.

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Una

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Your 2024 Procurement Career Tune-Up As we leap into the shiny unknown of next year, let’s revamp your professional journey and and explore a procurement career tune-up. In fact, learning agility (a willingness and ability to learn new things) is fast becoming the number-one capability sought by employers.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

In the 2024 State of Procurement Data Report by Amazon Business, 95% of decision-makers surveyed acknowledge that there’s room for procurement optimization. Learn about six solutions that can be applied in 2024, why you should apply them, and how to get started. Contract and compliance management. Purchase orders.

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