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Essential Procurement Skills for the Leaders of Tomorrow

Skill Dynamics

Purchasing decisions have a direct impact on a companys bottom line, so procurement workers need to understand basic principles such as cost analysis, budgeting, and return on investment (ROI). Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing Ethical considerations now need to be made at every level of the procurement process.

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Procurement Fraud: Identifying Risks and Effective Management Strategies

Skill Dynamics

Proactively identifying and managing procurement fraud is incredibly important when safeguarding your organization’s future. Not only will it ensure that you comply with regulations, but it will also help you maintain operational effectiveness throughout your procurement chain.

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Building a Procurement Strategy Roadmap for Success

Skill Dynamics

An increasing focus on areas such as sustainability — driven by both regulatory and consumer pressure — is forcing procurement strategies to change. Environmentally friendly practices, such as ethical sourcing or moving towards net zero, are now not just preferred but expected.