Procurement Insights

APRIL 5, 2025

7 ProPurchaser 2008 Started in 2008, newer but focused on negotiation tools. 8 Keelvar 2012 Founded in 2012, a decade of experience in sourcing optimization. 9 Lytica 2015 Established in 2015, a newer player in supply chain analytics. 3 GEP 1999 Established in 1999, a pioneer in procurement software with 25+ years.

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Arkestro

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Historically, the focus has been on optimizing portfolios of spend—prioritizing what to address, defer, or ignore—using well-known frameworks such as the Kraljic Matrix and the Pareto Principle. Today’s procurement challenges go far beyond cost negotiations and sourcing. Subscribe to news from Arkestro. You can unsubscribe at any time.

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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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SCMDOJO

JUNE 28, 2024

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the supply chain industry as more and more women are choosing careers in this traditionally male-dominated field. This rise of women in the supply chain is not only breaking gender barriers but also bringing a fresh perspective and new ideas to the table.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Complete Source to Pay cycle and Strategic Sourcing Guide An optimized Source-to-Pay (S2P) process helps businesses enhance procurement efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supplier collaboration. Companies that excel in strategic sourcing achieve greater cost savings and procurement efficiency while ensuring supply chain resilience.

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Procurement Tactics

OCTOBER 18, 2022

SRM is usually used by many supply chain professionals who constantly deal with suppliers in areas such as procurement, project management, and operations. . The SRM aims to ensure buying from reliable suppliers, bring end-to-end visibility of supplier collaboration workflow, and improve the resilience of the supply chain. .

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

It is a process that creates efficiencies across all spend categories, minimizes supply chain risks through improved supplier selection and awards, while giving visibility into pricing and forecasting. Implementation of new supply structure Track results and restart assessment This model has essentially stood the test of time.

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Procurement Templates

MARCH 7, 2024

Key components typically found in a procurement playbook include: Procurement policies and procedures: Clearly defined rules and regulations governing procurement processes, such as vendor selection criteria, bidding procedures, and contract management protocols. I curate best book marks so you don’t need to hunt around!

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 3, 2022

Procurement specialists can use eAuctions to engage and negotiate with more vendors utilizing an organized approach which thus eliminates any need for cumbersome one-on-one meetings. Digital bidding, or eAuctions, are a more efficient way of negotiating with vendors in the international market.

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Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The process creates efficiencies across all spend categories, minimizes supply chain risks through improved supplier selection and awards, while giving visibility into pricing and forecasting. Draw up selection criteria optimizing outcomes against risk. Your focus here is to get security of service at a good price.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Access to data on supplier performance, market trends, and cost analyses enables leaders to optimize procurement strategies for improved efficiency and effectiveness. Through detailed analysis of procurement processes, expenditures, and supplier negotiations, organizations can identify opportunities for cost reduction.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 21, 2022

Procurement portals have shaped supply chain management drastically. The procurement portal’s functionality lets two complex business processes be optimized and streamlined. Want to take your negotiation results to the next level? Leverages competitive bidding. Negotiation Gamechanger Certificate Program.

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Procurement Templates

MARCH 3, 2024

Risks may include budget constraints, supply chain disruptions, quality issues, legal compliance, etc. By conducting a thorough procurement assessment of needs, organizations can make informed decisions and optimize their procurement processes to achieve their goals efficiently while minimizing risks and maximizing value for money.

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TYA Suite

OCTOBER 27, 2024

is a comprehensive solution designed to automate and optimize the. Additionally, the software can automate the request for proposal (RFP) and request for quotation (RFQ) processes , enabling businesses to gather and compare vendor bids more efficiently. We will also discuss how to implement this tool to maximize its effectiveness.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

How Inflation Impacts Procurement Inflation affects a number of aspects within the Manufacturing supply chain, including the ability to compete in the market, financial performance, and overall strategy. This ensures contracts remain favorable and all stakeholders comply with negotiated terms. Let’s explore further.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The pandemic wreaked havoc on businesses and their supply chains, but even in these trying times, there’s a silver lining. The job of sourcing professionals is to understand the risk in the supply chain and manage it so they can react quickly when a problem occurs.” Start by Putting the Right Technology in Place.

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Una

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Procurement professionals are abandoning traditional sourcing practices in favor of more responsive strategies to supply chain management in pursuit of more significant cost savings and organizational efficiencies. Now, can a GPO negotiate for a procurement department to leave its dark location in the back office?

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Una

MARCH 6, 2023

Negotiate in areas other than pricing If a supplier negotiation has reached an impasse, this doesn’t necessarily mean it is doomed to failure. How to innovate: Consider everything in the contract to be negotiable. Ask the supplier questions to identify areas where they might be interested in negotiating outside of pricing.

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Planergy

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Educational leaders use strategic procurement to negotiate favorable contracts, explore innovative solutions, and drive institutional efficiency. This often involves sending a request for proposal (RFP), competitive bidding, detailed evaluations, and comprehensive vendor performance assessments.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Effective supply chain management is essential for success in the dynamism and connectivity of modern companies. To accomplish this, you require the skills of supply chain experts who can manage the complexity and difficulties of today’s global supply chains. They come from a variety of backgrounds.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 23, 2018

Supply chain management leaders, especially in transportation, are under heavy fire from CFOs for the dramatic increases in freight spend that are eroding the profitability of shippers in every industry. Improve Rate Negotiations. “Freight spend is up 15% year over year and it is eating into the bottom line!

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The Good Spending

AUGUST 23, 2022

It assumes that the winning bid includes solid commercials and non-material benefits, e.g., improvements in end-user experience. You may have negotiated extra physical items or software licenses above the existing need, extended the warranty period beyond the default, or improved the SLA from Bronze to Silver.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 23, 2018

Supply chain management leaders, especially in transportation, are under heavy fire from CFOs for the dramatic increases in freight spend that are eroding the profitability of shippers in every industry. Improve Rate Negotiations. “Freight spend is up 15% year over year and it is eating into the bottom line!

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TYA Suite

JANUARY 27, 2025

This comprehensive solution streamlines procurement activities, improves and provides transparency across the entire supply chain. A provides a structured framework to streamline these activities, ensuring transparency, accountability, and optimal resource utilization. is crucial for establishing successful.

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Arkestro

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Manufacturing Optimize Manufacturing Efficiency with Arkestro Get in touch Our solutions Gear Up for Success: Predictive Procurement Fine-Tunes Efficiency in the Manufacturing Industry Arkestro is your secret weapon in the manufacturing industry. We help you save money and time, across all areas of addressable spend.

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Arkestro

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Autonomous procurement refers to the use of advanced technologies to streamline and optimize the procurement process. By leveraging the latest technology to improve efficiency, organizations can increase cost savings, reduce risks in the supply chain, and enhance overall performance. What is autonomous procurement?

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World of Procurement blog

MAY 8, 2024

It involves identifying needs, sourcing potential vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, negotiating contracts, selecting suppliers, managing relationships, and meeting obligations. Value-add : Procurement aims to add value by optimizing processes, consolidating spend, and building supplier relationships.

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Pipefy

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The procurement process includes many steps, including: Sourcing suppliers Negotiating best value and terms Generating and submitting purchase orders Receiving deliveries Reconciling and matching invoices Issuing payment for goods, products, and/or services What is acquisition? Is acquisition part of procurement? In a word, yes!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 9, 2019

The Negotiation Before the Negotiation! Procurement, or Purchasing, is an area of Supply Chain that involves and requires very specific skills and expertise. How do you negotiate with a difficult supplier? Difficult suppliers must be approached carefully during a negotiation. Subscribe Here! Email Address.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The modern business landscape is constantly evolving, and this dynamism is especially evident in the areas of purchasing and supply chain management. In today’s connected world, supply chains have become more complex, with global reach, sustainability concerns, and rapidly changing market dynamics.

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Una

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

These actions typically involve negotiating better deals with suppliers , optimizing procurement processes, and finding cost-efficient alternatives for goods and services. Here are some cost-saving levers you can pull: Negotiation and supplier management Negotiation skills are at the heart of cost savings.

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Arkestro

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Arkestro’s Personal Touch Across the Globe When a large organization with a complex supply chain came to Arkestro to implement our PPO platform, our professional services team traveled to three of their global locations to make sure PPO could be their strategic superpower this year.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 6, 2018

Amazon had been militant about leaks during the seven weeks that the two companies had been in negotiations, and the vast majority of those working inside the building had been unaware that the deal was afoot. Now they were meeting their new overlords for the first time.

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TYA Suite

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Each topic will be thoroughly covered, ensuring that you have a solid grasp of how eSourcing platforms can optimize procurement activities and best practices in sourcing, as well as how effective sourcing methods can significantly enhance your business operations. provide features for comparing and analyzing supplier bids.

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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. By proactively addressing risks, organizations can safeguard their supply chains and drive efficiencies.

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TYA Suite

JULY 17, 2024

Procurement strategy is the cornerstone for sustained growth when negotiating the complexity of today's corporate environments. This strategy outlines the methods and processes for selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, , and ensuring that procurement activities align with the organization’s overall goals and objectives.

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Una

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

This can include implementing a formal Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program, sharing your strategy with key suppliers, collaborating on cost-saving initiatives, and ensuring a reliable and efficient supply chain. This may involve seeking out new suppliers, optimizing supplier portfolios, and conducting competitive bids.

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