Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Ongoing training is important for procurement teams to keep up with the constantly evolving and advancing procurement tech and services landscape, specifically in niche areas such as category management, supplier management, negotiation and strategic sourcing and in the broader areas of change management and leadership.

Procurement 110

Procurement Competitive analysis Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing 110

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

What is Source to Pay (S2P)? Yet in the case of source to pay, it is wholly justified. That said, many organizations, including large enterprises, may not think in terms of source to pay as an end-to-end process, if they think about it at all. Yet there are good reasons to do so.

Sourcing 52

Sourcing e2e Supply Chain Efficiency Strategic sourcing 52

Spend Matters

OCTOBER 16, 2023

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of Positive Purchasing’s Capella, a category strategy management solution. Despite being a discipline at the center of many procurement discussions, many organizations fail to execute Category Management (CatMan) in the most efficient or effective way.

Category management 114

Category management Management Buyers Strategy 114

SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Mastering Supply Chain Management – A Comprehensive Introduction This foundational course by Paul Denneman is FREE. Essential Supply Chain KPIs: Measure, Analyze, Improve This course by Paul Denneman explores the critical role of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in supply chain management. GET ENROLLED NOW!

Supply Chain Optimization 98

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain KPIs Supply Chain Efficiency Category management 98

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Strategic Sourcing Success: Best Practices and Key Strategies Of course, there are many definition s of source-to-pay but put simply, strategic sourcing is a data-driven approach to securing the best value for your organization from its strategic suppliers. How Has Strategic Sourcing Evolved?

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing supply chain software solutions 52

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

What Is Strategic Sourcing? A Complete Guide Strategic sourcing is a data-driven approach to securing the best value for your organization from its strategic suppliers. It is called strategic because it replaces traditional ad hoc approaches to sourcing, which were almost entirely focused on cost savings, item by item.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Sourcing 52

Procurement Templates

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Strategic Objectives Cost Savings: Achieve cost reduction targets through effective supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing. Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to ensure long-term business value. Explore alternative sourcing models , such as consortium buying or global sourcing hubs.

Procurement 130

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Cost of ownership 130

ivalua

JUNE 26, 2023

Vishal Patel and Peter Hunt delivered their session ‘Creating Value with Strategic Sourcing’ to discuss how Procurement professionals are recognizing that the fast-paced digital landscape of today demands new approaches to category management and strategic sourcing. The answer is simple – automation.

Supply Chain Efficiency 244

Supply Chain Efficiency Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Procurement 244

ivalua

APRIL 1, 2020

Healthcare supply chain GPO, Intalere, deploys an end-to-end Source to Contract solution across its purchasing functions. has gone live with Ivalua’s Source to Contract solution. Intalere required a fast, efficient and automated source-to-contract process to support the company’s enterprise goals.

Contract 147

Contract Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 147

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The Power of Source-to-Pay Digital Transformation To put it briefly, source-to-pay refers to the entire process that starts with finding, negotiating with, and contracting the suppliers of materials, goods and services, and culminates in the final payment for those items. Who Should Prioritize an S2P Digital Transformation?

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Sourcing e2e Real-time Visibility 52

ivalua

APRIL 1, 2020

Healthcare supply chain GPO, Intalere, deploys an end-to-end Source to Contract solution across its purchasing functions. has gone live with Ivalua’s Source to Contract solution. Intalere required a fast, efficient and automated source-to-contract process to support the company’s enterprise goals.

Contract 130

Contract Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 130

Positive Purchasing

MARCH 4, 2025

By Jonathan OBrien with Stphane Morel In the ever-evolving landscape of procurement and supply chain management, category management remains a cornerstone. However, as technology advances and digital solutions become more integrated, the approach to category management is also transforming.

Category management 52

Category management Strategy Management Collaboration 52

Spend Matters

MARCH 11, 2024

In this Spend Matters Vendor Analysis we provide an overview of VORTAL and its source-to-pay (S2P) solution. To overcome these challenges organizations often look for a technology solution that offers automation, centralized data management and streamlined workflows. This content is for members only.

Procurement solutions 117

Procurement solutions Sourcing Procurement Market analysis 117

ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2022

Redwood City, 17 August, 2022 – Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , today announced that O-I Glass Inc, an American Fortune 500 company headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio, has selected its solution to streamline its Global Direct and Indirect Source-to-Pay (S2P) Processes. in 2021 and 24,000 employees. Follow us at @Ivalua.

Sourcing 130

Sourcing Buying process Supplier relationship management Supply Chain Optimization 130

Procurement Tactics

MARCH 16, 2023

Category Management Category management sorts your spending into areas with the same supplier markets. Strategic Sourcing Strategic sourcing assesses the patterns of business spending in order to find and choose the best suppliers that align with your business goals and objectives. Why is it important?

Procurement 238

Procurement Procurement strategies supply chain budgeting Contract management 238

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2023

Through Ivalua’s EIC, emissions data can be imported from recognized third-party emissions data sources or directly from suppliers; the data is then combined with other information such as environmental risk scores, policies, published targets, or certifications.

Supply Chain Efficiency 246

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Supply chain Innovation 246

ivalua

JANUARY 15, 2021

The solution will support Intalere’s Supplier Management, eSourcing, Contract Lifecycle Management and transactional procurement processes. Consus Global led the implementation and transformation efforts to support Intalere’s critical efforts for driving cost savings and organization-wide transparency and efficiencies”.

Supply Chain Efficiency 26

Supply Chain Efficiency Contract Management Suppliers 26

Procurement Software

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Procurement Category Manager role has been the backbone of the procurement profession over the past 20 years. In addition, supply chains and risk management have become more complex, requiring a less siloed and more joined-up approach to managing strategic suppliers. So, how will this impact category management?

Category management 52

Category management Management Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The most significant impact of implementing a spend analytics solution was providing the visibility and details behind the dollars spent on various Indirect spend categories. Utzs Procurement team had never focused on influencing budget owners in the corporate services area to strategically source their categories.

Influencing 103

Influencing Procurement supply chain budgeting Strategic sourcing 103

ivalua

JUNE 24, 2020

Redwood City, CA June 25, 2020 – Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, today announced the availability of a pre-packaged suite of solutions for financial services. Effectively manage third party risk with 360 degree visibility, including subcontractor exposure.

Spend management 246

Spend management Management Cost optimization Category management 246

Procurement Heads

DECEMBER 7, 2022

I really enjoyed those projects and that led me to more and more projects focused on procurement and then into the procurement and sourcing focussed consulting practices and then into the role that I am in now within industry. The two key functional areas are strategic sourcing and category management.

Strategic sourcing 246

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Vendor management Category management 246

Procurement Freelancers

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Sourcing consultants now… The post Risk Management Strategies From Leading Sourcing Consultants first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News. Market uncertainties across the globe have transformed how businesses approach procurement practices.

Risk management 98

Risk management Sourcing Risk Strategy 98

Positive Purchasing

MARCH 5, 2024

Approach Purchasing and Procurement Strategically, Effectively and Sustainably with Category Management. Category Management in Purchasing will help you source strategically and deliver profitability and new supply-side value effectively with a step-by-step guide to the tools, techniques and application of category management.

Category management 52

Category management Purchasing Management Sustainability 52

Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 14, 2025

A typical procurement competency framework covers several key areas, including but not limited to strategic sourcing, supplier management, risk management, and contract negotiation. This can lead to more effective sourcing, reduced sourcing costs, higher quality products, and stronger overall supplier relationships.

Procurement 59

Procurement supply chain budgeting Procurement team Supply Chain Efficiency 59

Procurement Freelancers

JANUARY 22, 2025

Sourcing products from different countries offers immense potential for businesses. From accessing cost-effective suppliers to… The post How to Overcome International Sourcing Challenges with Expert Guidance first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Supply chain Suppliers Procurement 98

Procurement Freelancers

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In today’s hyper-competitive market, businesses are under constant pressure to source high-quality items at the… The post Boost Your Business with a Product Sourcing Agent first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

Sourcing 95

Sourcing Quality Supply chain Procurement 95

Procurement Freelancers

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

In today’s globalized economy, businesses are constantly seeking ways to reduce costs and find high-quality… The post How Sourcing Agents Simplify Your Global Supply Chain first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

supply chain budgeting 98

supply chain budgeting Sourcing Supply chain Supply 98

Procurement Freelancers

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In today’s highly competitive global market, firms must develop effective solutions to simplify supply chains… The post Unlock Your Business’s True Potential with Sourcing Consultants first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Supply chain Procurement Supply 98

CPO Rising

AUGUST 5, 2024

… The post Magnus Mondays (Reprisal) — Category Management: All Talk No Action? appeared first on CPO RISING - THE SITE FOR CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERS & LEADERS IN SUPPLY MANAGEMENT. Magnus returns with new content in August.]…

Category management 52

Category management Chief Procurement Officer Management Supply management 52

Procurement Freelancers

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Are you tired of overspending on sourcing and procurement? In this article,… The post Cost Reduction Strategies in Sourcing and Procurement first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News. Look no further!

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Strategy Procurement Supply chain 98

Procurement Freelancers

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Company executives are… The post ESG Compliance: How Product Sourcing Agents Navigate New Standards first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News. Sustainable business standards continue to transform global commerce at an unprecedented pace.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Sustainability Supply chain Procurement 98

Procurement Freelancers

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Sourcing agents are typically… The post Understanding the Costs Associated with Sourcing Agents first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News. In modern business, every organization aims to minimize costs and operations.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Supply chain Procurement Supply 98

Procurement Freelancers

JULY 11, 2024

Have you ever thought about why certain companies always find the finest products at excellent… The post 8 Ways Sourcing Agents Save You Time and Money first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Supply chain Procurement Supply 98

Procurement Freelancers

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Buying materials and supplies is among the most important things that a business must undertake… The post Streamlining Procurement Processes: Sourcing Consultants' Expertise first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

Sourcing 98

Sourcing Procurement Supply chain Import 98

Spend Matters

AUGUST 19, 2024

This Spend Matters Vendor Analysis gives an overview of True ValueHub, a costing solution built to enable companies to unlock incremental savings beyond what traditional methods and levers like e-sourcing, aggregation and low-cost country sourcing deliver. This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read.

Category management 117

Category management Buyers Influencing Sourcing 117

Positive Purchasing

MAY 3, 2024

Category Management in Purchasing , now in its 5th edition, is a comprehensive and practical guide to approaching purchasing and procurement strategically, effectively, and sustainably through category management. Tom Walsh, Associate Director, Global Source-to-Pay Excellence Lead, Astellas Pharma US, Inc.

Category management 52

Category management Purchasing Supplier relationship management Management 52

Procurement Freelancers

MARCH 9, 2024

Are you prepared to handle the sourcing industry’s fast-changing landscape? In the current unstable economy,… The post Future Sourcing and Procurement Trends Prediction by Sourcing Consultants first appeared on Procurement Blog | Procurement & Supply Chain News.

Sourcing 83

Sourcing Procurement Supply chain Supply 83