Procurement Insights

MARCH 27, 2025

via VentureBeat or Pactera Technologies in 2019) suggesting up to 85% of AI projects fail due to issues like poor data quality or lack of management support. RAND Corporations 2024 research estimated that over 80% of AI projects fail, citing misalignment between leadership and technical teams. Gartner has been quoted (e.g.,

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 12, 2021

As such we have introduced our “ Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. A year after I had started, I had a chance to present the status of the operations, and the future strategy, at a company wide leadership event. I met Fiona Lowbridge on my first day on the job, as the COO of the company.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2020

Buying supplies, equipment, low preference items and the latest innovations to support high-value care delivery is expensive and while it’s not an area where you want to skimp, there are certainly ways to reduce these expenses without impacting quality of care. For many it’s likely that the opportunity is much larger.

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Skill Dynamics

JANUARY 14, 2025

Core Competencies in the Procurement Framework Sourcing Involves identifying and evaluating the best suppliers to secure high-quality goods and services. This can lead to more effective sourcing, reduced sourcing costs, higher quality products, and stronger overall supplier relationships.

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ProcurePort

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Importance and Strategies: Good procurement sourcing saves money, ensures quality, reduces risk, and allows for innovation. Strategies include cost leadership, managing supplier relationships, diversifying risk, focusing on […] The post What is Procurement Sourcing? appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.

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Supply Chain Dive

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As the industry pushes to fill more than 600,000 open roles, veterans offer unique skillsets and leadership qualities to step into manufacturing careers.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JANUARY 19, 2021

As such we have introduced our “Seasoned Leadership in Action ” Interview series at Supply Chain Game Changer. His leadership and presence was undeniable. At that time and in that industry, we were very militaristic and the organization’s leadership was almost 100% male. He wrote a book called “The Leadership Challenge”.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Supply chain training also promotes leadership development , as training prepares team members for strategic roles to facilitate a strong leadership pipeline. Not only that, but these companies also enjoy a 24% higher profit margin than those who spend less on training.

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Procurement Insights

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Poor Data Quality = Weak Foundation Issue: AI and automation rely on clean, structured, and accurate data. Lack of Organizational Buy-In Issue: If leadership and procurement teams dont fully embrace digital transformation , AI adoption will fail. Without a solid foundation, technology alone cannot fix broken procurement functions.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

With a focus on ‍innovation and high-quality production, Taiwan has become synonymous with advanced semiconductor technology. The high-quality chips produced in Taiwan not only drive innovation but also play a crucial role in sustaining the global‍ economy.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

These include new Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and New Product Introduction (NPI) capabilities, as well as enhancements to its existing Bill of Materials (BOM) Lifecycle Manager. The new innovations extend the leadership of Ivalua’s solutions for Manufacturing and Direct Materials.

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Procurement Leaders

MAY 2, 2024

It was a reminder of how the complexities facing procurement continue to spiral – risk, sustainability, innovation, best cost, quality, efficiency, social impact… The list of where CPOs are expected to bring value grows almost by the day. Depending on your point of view, this presents either a daunting challenge or an enticing opportunity.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

North Carolina State Poole College of Management recently produced this 28 page report entitled “ 2019 Supply Chain Data Quality and Governance Study ”. In the report 60% of CPOS select poor data quality, standardization and governance as being the biggest challenge in mastering digital complexity. Getting Data right is an imperative.

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IBM Supply Chain Blog

AUGUST 2, 2023

However, analytics are only as good as the quality of the data, which aims to be error-free, trustworthy, and transparent. According to a Gartner report , poor data quality costs organizations an average of USD $12.9 What is data quality? Data quality is critical for data governance. million each year.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Ivalua prides itself on enabling customers to trust and control supplier data, improving quality of existing data and enabling 360-degree supplier visibility. With Tealbook, customers can now access an “always-on” source of quality supplier data. Ivalua has seen accelerating growth and recognition of its leadership in recent years.

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Procurement Heads

JUNE 28, 2023

I was choosing between the oil industry and being a consultant and then I stumbled upon the Mars leadership programme and thought it just gave me this fabulous opportunity to learn, grow and develop.  The principles are: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom.  ”  No, no, no. 

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2021

Amid the pandemic in 2020, I was spending a great deal of time comparing notes with colleagues (past and present) about how their supply chains were faring, as well as canvassing thought leadership and talking to current and potential customers about how our solutions could help with their supplier risk and management challenges.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

“We’d like to thank FCL for their trust and our partners for a rapid deployment of this innovative solution that helps avoid supply disruptions in times of crisis, improve the quality and efficiency of savings from strategic sourcing, but also drives supplier innovation and enhances ESG programs“, said Dan Amzallag, Ivalua’s COO.

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Still, it’s not always about how reliable a platform is; sometimes, it depends on the quality of courses, up-to-date information, best practices, and guides that one provides, as well as expert presence. The institute’s name in this program adds high credibility, making it trustworthy. Moreover, Muddassir is a Six Sigma black belt.

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Procurement Heads

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

From personal experience, I still feel the benefits of the Leadership for High Performing Women training programme I was lucky enough to be selected for back in 2018 at LV=. What do you think the procurement industry as a whole needs to improve upon?

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Procurement Leaders

OCTOBER 7, 2024

It was an excellent and insightful session, with three of his leadership team joining to share how they had delivered increased speed, productivity, savings, and customer satisfaction through their new approach. There’s lots to learn about the transformation, which will be the subject of our first CPO Connect call in the new year.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 20, 2023

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement process from start to finish, ensuring that the organization acquires the necessary goods and services at the best possible price and quality. Dr. Muddassir has received a PhD in Management Science from Lancaster University Management School.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Developing strong relationships with your suppliers is also essential fostering a high level of trust and reliability encourages a higher quality of service, better overall communication, and ultimately a more effective and efficient supply chain. Get in touch with us today and let us help you take the next step in your procurement journey.

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ivalua

MAY 21, 2020

If you’re interested in reading more on leadership in sourcing, the future of work or just want to learn more about SIG, feel free to subscribe at sig.org/subscribe. New leadership skills and traits will be necessary to ensure business continuity, and to inspire teams to work together to support each other and remain productive.

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ivalua

APRIL 17, 2023

Our experts at Ivalua are here to provide guidance and assist in your selection process through their extensive knowledge of providing thought leadership advice around procurement technology solutions. Integration When selecting a procurement software, integration is essential to ensure the product meets your business needs.

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Procurement Insights

JANUARY 28, 2024

EDITOR’S NOTE: In his share of a post by Andrew Hilger talking about Microsoft’s leadership, Mintec’s Vinay Kapoor said the following about leadership: “Leadership is an exercise in bringing the best out of everyone, and yes, it involves being tough from time to time, but it is not about being the loudest voice in the room.”

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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Understanding Lean and Six Sigma Lean and Six Sigma are two powerful methodologies aimed at enhancing organizational efficiency and quality. Enhanced Quality and Customer Satisfaction Lean Six Sigma methodologies prioritize quality improvement while ensuring that SMEs deliver products and services that meet or exceed customer expectations.

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ivalua

JANUARY 13, 2023

These behaviors are commercially advantageous, increasing competition to directly improve quality, drive down costs, and improve project ROI. Although many companies are taking a leadership position, accelerating the successful adoption and implementation of a diversity program greatly benefits from regulatory support and agency partnerships.

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SCMDOJO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Conversely, a student who quickly grasps procurement strategies can be challenged with advanced case studies and leadership projects. This ongoing assessment ensures that future supply chain professionals remain adaptable and committed to lifelong learning, qualities that are essential in a rapidly evolving industry.

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ivalua

APRIL 9, 2021

The research, conducted by Forrester Consulting and commissioned by Ivalua, found that procurement has become of growing importance to organisations, with 85% of respondents indicating that executive leadership recognises procurement’s role in revenue growth. Inaccurate data leads to inventory management challenges.

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ivalua

MAY 8, 2019

He had taken on a few leadership roles in Flex such as Procurement Compliance Director, led the Global Sourcing team, and is currently member of Flex Supply Chain Council and Supply Chain Risk Management. Daniel Koh is currently leading a team of 130 sourcing and pricing professionals globally.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 22, 2025

Receiving: This crucial stage involves the efficient offloading of goods from incoming trucks, conducting thorough inspections to ensure quality and quantity accuracy, and accurately documenting the receipt of inventory. Return Rate: Percentage of products returned by customers due to quality issues.

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Barkers Procurement

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Tapping into their value is a massive advantage because up-and-coming suppliers with fresh thinking and transferable knowledge will put the industry in the best possible position to drive up production, quality and savings. They can support small suppliers in three ways: protect the relationship, provide quality data and save their time.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Now in fairness to CEOs if you don’t have strong leadership from your Supply Chain team, then they are likely just playing and perpetuating the traditional roles and long held paradigms of what Supply Chain is. But if you have great leadership, Supply Chain should be setting the agenda for your company in every respect.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Tier-1 reporting is imperative to supply chain tier-mapping & organizational modeling, which is a priority area receiving increased attention by leadership teams. Leadership acceptance, technology budget, and enhanced procurement resources are the first steps towards addressing this not-so-secret secret. Data quality is pivotal.

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Supply Chain Trend

JANUARY 29, 2024

Groupthink makes fear spread amongst the leadership team. Whole leadership teams are throwing their hands up in the air saying in chorus; “We don’t have data quality; we can’t do this.” Data quality is never 100% : Data is like a living organism. What data needs improved quality? It is harder to intervene.

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