Empowering CPO

JUNE 30, 2023

Introduction In the dynamic world of business, the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains has emerged as a critical success factor. At the heart of this revolution lies a powerful tool that many companies are now leveraging to achieve competitive advantage: Managed Procurement Services. The result?

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Pipefy

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Strategic procurement, or procurement strategic planning, is a data-driven process that helps businesses align procurement and business goals. The result is greater supply chain predictability, more accurate decision-making, and better business agility. What is strategic procurement?

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Category management has been the only credible procurement strategy since the late 1990s, and that may be about to change. The techniques devised in strategic sourcing and category management strategies to choose suppliers and build strategic partnerships are due for an overhaul. Procurement professionals need to get savvy.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 9, 2024

As we move into 2024, procurement teams continue to face hurdles like supply chain volatility, geopolitical tensions, budget restrictions, talent shortages, and more. In fact, manufacturing procurement has never been more important, holding the power to influence IT, finance, and C-suite decision-making.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Improve Your Holiday Procurement Strategy with PPO The holidays are a critical time for retailers. The pressure is on to optimize procurement strategies, meet customer expectations, and capitalize on big spending periods.

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Jaggaer

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Balancing Cost, Resiliency, and Sustainability in Procurement: Insights from Georg Roesch Procurement professionals across industries and markets are struggling to keep their supply chains agile in a world of constant disruptions. Don’t miss these actionable insights from a top industry leader. Listen Now!

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 9, 2023

They act as a navigational tool, guiding the procurement team towards the achievement of their strategic objectives. Understanding and implementing the right procurement metrics and KPIs can be the difference between a successful procurement strategy and one that falls short of its potential.

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Empowering CPO

MAY 6, 2023

The Evolving Role of Procurement in Businesses In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, procurement has emerged as a strategic function that goes beyond merely purchasing goods and services. By proactively addressing these risks, procurement teams can ensure a stable and resilient supply chain.

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 23, 2024

To mitigate supply chain risks and improve business continuity by reducing dependence on many small suppliers. Working closely with fewer suppliers also enhances supply chain transparency and resilience. Having capacity contingencies is ideal to mitigate supply chain risks. Communicate frequently.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 26, 2023

Introduction In today’s dynamic business landscape, effective procurement strategies are crucial for organizations to achieve sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge. Data-driven Decision Making In today’s data-driven world, the role of data in procurement has become increasingly significant.

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Planergy

DECEMBER 29, 2022

That means working with agile partners, which most standard procurement strategies don’t account for. Marketing leaders must always be on the cutting edge, deeply understanding platforms, tools, new technologies, and options like influencer marketing. Technology May Be Problematic. Build Solid Supplier Relationships.

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Procurement Software

JUNE 25, 2024

Driving added value that impacts a business’s top line, operational efficiency and brand equity can all fall within procurement’s influence. Wouldn’t procurement be way more fulfilling if we were pivotal drivers of business value? A keen focus on operational efficiencies leads to realized cost savings.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

Market volatility, globalization, and changing customer expectations have made procurement more complex than ever before. Organizations are now expected to not only manage cost but also to ensure supply chain resilience, mitigate risks, and contribute to strategic objectives. Case Studies of Innovative Procurement A.

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Empowering CPO

JUNE 27, 2023

Agility and Adaptability: Digital transformation equips organizations with the agility and adaptability required to respond to changing market dynamics and evolving customer needs. Digital tools enable real-time insights and scenario modeling, enabling procurement teams to make data-driven decisions swiftly.

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Planergy

MARCH 12, 2025

Download Free Copy Reshoring vs Nearshoring: Key Differences and Business Benefits Category Inventory Written by Lyle Del Vecchio 16 min read Tags Procurement Supply Chain Management Last edited March 12, 2025 Download PDF IN THIS ARTICLE What is Reshoring? Benefits of Reshoring Challenges of Reshoring What is Nearshoring?

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Procurement Templates

JUNE 18, 2023

Here are a few well-known procurement leaders as of 2021: Tim Cook (Apple Inc.): Tim Cook has been instrumental in overseeing the company’s global supply chain and procurement operations. His expertise in managing complex supply networks has played a crucial role in Apple’s success.

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