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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Spend Matters

MAY 3, 2023

Categories: Innovation , Procurement Systems & Architecture , Purchasing and Sourcing Tags: Podcast Recently Jason Busch, the founder and CEO of Spend Matters, arrived in London from Chicago to attend this year’s Amazon Business Exchange (ABX). Read about their conversation here. Read more. )

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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. So, 2024 … are you ready for it? Coupa and our customers are ready.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 23, 2024

We are committed to being at the forefront of this transformative journey, championing a procurement strategy that is not only efficient and innovative but also socially responsible and inclusive. You can read our in-depth analysis of Supplier.io’s solution here. Many thanks to Supplier.io appeared first on Spend Matters.

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Spend Matters

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As a company focused on developing AI-first solutions, we are committed to exploring and seizing every opportunity offered by AI. These AI-powered source-to-pay innovations will empower our clients to balance cost, risk and sustainability and become more agile and resilient.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 25, 2024

In fact, I think procurement’s remit will continue to evolve to lead broader supply chain risk management, given the growing variety and number of risks faced such as geopolitical tensions, sustainability expectations, the need for more diverse sources of supply, and lingering labor availability concerns.

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ivalua

MARCH 16, 2020

In order to establish a unified and consistent source-to-pay process throughout the entire Group, Körber was looking for a fully integrated e-procurement solution. In the Business Areas Digital, Pharma, Supply Chain, Tissue and Tobacco, we offer products, solutions and services that inspire.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 16, 2024

Efficiency gains in the procurement lifecycle contribute directly to cost optimization by reducing manual effort and cycle times. The collaborative approach to supplier engagement fosters innovation, driving competitive advantage and ensuring that procurement decisions align with strategic priorities.

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Spend Matters

MARCH 11, 2024

At Spend Matters, it’s as important for us to get to know the requirements and opinions of the procurement community of practitioners as it is for us to understand the world of tech solutions and their providers. So it was good to see a nice mix of both presenting at Procurement Strategies and Innovation (PSI) last week.

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Procurement Templates

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g., Develop Long-term Relationships: Establish partnerships with key suppliers to foster trust and innovation. Coupa, Ariba) Data analytics tools (e.g., Conduct Supplier Assessments: Regularly evaluate supplier performance using scorecards focused on quality, delivery, and cost.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Our commitment to innovation in the digital transformation of procurement processes is unwavering. Some key learnings that have shaped our success include: Innovation : Our overall record regarding the digital transformation of procurement processes is positive. However, there is plenty of potential for improvement.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Spend Matters honors a vast array of procurement solution providers each year by selecting them for our ‘50 to Know,’ ‘50 to Watch,’ ‘Future 5’ and ‘Hall of Fame’ celebration lists. Discover everything you need to know about these accolades here, including who is on them. Read our announcement post here.

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Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Spend Matters honors a vast array of procurement solution providers each year by selecting them for our ‘50 to Know,’ ‘50 to Watch,’ ‘Future 5’ and ‘Hall of Fame’ celebration lists. Halo Ai addresses this need with an innovative, AI-driven approach to third-party risk management rooted in risk intelligence.

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Spend Matters

JULY 18, 2023

Tracking all of these expenses can be difficult, however Meena believes AI innovation may help. “In The post Analyst Eye on travel and expense management tool innovation since the coronavirus pandemic appeared first on Spend Matters.

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Jaggaer

JANUARY 15, 2025

2025 Vision: Transforming Indias Procurement Landscape Indias dynamic economy and distinctive procurement landscape offer significant opportunities for growing businesses to scale strategically. Discover Procurement Solutions Built for Indias Future

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Procurement Tactics

JUNE 19, 2023

Management consulting firm Oliver Whyman reports that incumbent companies are currently being overshadowed by a total of 356 procurement startups that offer procurement solutions. One of the main reasons for this is that these businesses are digitalizing procurement solutions.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 18, 2023

For the tenth year in a row, our analysts have debated intensely to determine which companies across the procurement technology market sectors deserve closer attention as best-in-class or up-and-coming. ‘50 Read our methodology here.

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Procurement Insights

APRIL 4, 2025

The Triad Connection Unified Purpose: All three entities drive digital procurement forwardProcureTech 100 by identifying pioneers, ORO Labs by delivering innovative solutions (and now owning ProcureTech 100), and DPW by connecting these players with the industry through events and ecosystems. Again, it is sheer brilliance!

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Procurement Insights

MARCH 10, 2025

Best for: Procurement professionals comparing features, usability, and vendor fit. Focuses on execution capability + procurement-specific innovation. Lower-Tier (Limited Scope, More Innovation-Focused) 6⃣ ProcureTech100 (Best for Innovation & Startups) Why?

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Empowering CPO

JULY 3, 2023

Amid the rapidly evolving business landscape, it is no longer sufficient for companies to merely manage their procurement operations – they must innovate. Innovative strategies in procurement are crucial for organizations to stay competitive, adapt to changes, and drive business growth.

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ivalua

MAY 9, 2019

The event was themed on “The Art of Procurement” relating to how the further procurement leaders mature in their transformations, the more their approach shifts from science to art. Just building great Procurement solutions that customers clearly love (in 2018 once again maintaining the industry’s highest retention rate, over 98%).

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

According to Frank L’heureux, CRO at Ivalua, many organizations who switch to Ivalua have struggled with rigid and inflexible procurement solutions that don’t meet their specific needs. Improve supplier collaboration to accelerate time-to-market and innovation. Breaking New Ground to Gain a Competitive Edge.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In this era of the "fourth industrial revolution," it is crucial for organizations to re-evaluate and upgrade their procurement frameworks and supply chain technologies. Identifying and integrating innovative solutions that add substantial value is the central challenge and opportunity at this juncture.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In this era of the "fourth industrial revolution," it is crucial for organizations to re-evaluate and upgrade their procurement frameworks and supply chain technologies. Identifying and integrating innovative solutions that add substantial value is the central challenge and opportunity at this juncture.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Innovation and collaboration with customers were major themes, with future developments like ‘co-pilots’ being explored to enhance compliance, supplier management, data insights and more. He emphasized the need for solutions that are adaptable, secure and forward thinking.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Join the Spend Matters Analyst Team on October 31 at 10:30 EST as they host “ Unmasking Procurement Excellence: A look at the 2024 Spend Matters 50/50 Lists ,” a webinar covering this year’s 50 to Watch, 50 to Know and Future 5 lists. The environmental factors that drive the success of standout procurement technology start-ups.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

As organizations look to restore growth, Procurement leaders must rebalance their focus from tactical activities to support more strategic objectives such as accelerating innovation, improving sustainability, strengthening the supply base and lowering risk. www.omniapartners.com.

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ivalua

MARCH 11, 2021

“CGI and the Department of General Services have built a strong partnership focused on driving savings, operational efficiencies and innovation in government eProcurement,” said Lynne Bushey, CGI Senior Vice-President and U.S. Mid-Atlantic Business Unit Leader.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 28, 2022

As a community, we must recognize the ever-growing limitations of our Public Procurement workforces and ensure we arm these workers with the tools they need to be efficient and effective. We need to mobilize and challenge traditional processes and look for areas where we can change, innovate, or automate. .

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Innovating to Uncover New Sources of Revenue in the Public Sector. State central procurement offices relied on complex manual audits to ensure nominally accurate revenue collection. Step 4: Discover the value of Procurement solutions. The Public Sector is no exception.

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TYA Suite

JANUARY 27, 2025

One innovative feature gaining traction in these systems is the concept of community approvers. Let's explore how community approvers contribute to the effectiveness of and why they are becoming integral to modern Community approvers represent a collaborative approach to procurement approvals.

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Spend Matters

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The procurement technology market is evolving rapidly and deploying the latest power that innovation can bring to support the changing and challenging needs of its customers. In other words, there’s a disconnect between the interests of procurement professionals and expectations of the people they serve.

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Spend Matters

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Spend Matters honors a vast array of procurement solution providers each year by selecting them for our ‘50 to Know,’ ‘50 to Watch,’ ‘Future 5’ and ‘Hall of Fame’ celebration lists. Discover everything you need to know about these accolades here, including who is on them. Read our announcement post here.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2022

Creating a dialogue with suppliers ensures that procurement teams can identify opportunities for innovation in a green supply chain that benefits all parties. For example, only one-in-ten (10%) of suppliers report that organizations always include sustainable practices in contracts and agreements.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Creating a dialogue with suppliers ensures that procurement teams can identify opportunities for innovation in a green supply chain that benefits all parties. For example, only one-in-ten (10%) of suppliers report that organisations always include sustainable practices in contracts and agreements.

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Spend Matters

JANUARY 11, 2023

The solution’s flexibility extends to other use cases like category management and innovation which benefit from capturing relevant news and information, thus setting Owlin apart from other SxM/Risk Management solutions. is important, but the volume of news produced makes that a challenge.

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ivalua

APRIL 23, 2021

This means that the financial benefits that are being missed are quite significant, along with (and maybe more importantly) the non-financial factors, such as reducing supplier risk or utilising supplier innovation to increase performance.

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