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Category management is much more than strategic sourcing

Future Purchasing

Category management is the strategic end-to-end process for managing categories of related supplier spend that aligns business goals and requirements with supply market capability. It creates cost efficiencies across spend categories and minimises supply risks through improved supplier selection.

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Strategic sourcing: Improve your buying power

TYA Suite

By focusing solely on cost, companies risk getting products that do not meet their standards or facing issues with delivery and support. : By making informed decisions that align with their strategic goals, companies can maximize the benefits of their and create a more efficient : In traditional sourcing, potential risks are often overlooked.