Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Identifying the need for foundational technology and processes Before joining Utz as its SVP Procurement, Ron had been consulting with the Supply Chain department working on a number of different projects. Instead, he noted, we had to choose our solutions in a more targeted and perhaps even piecemeal fashion.

Influencing 101

Influencing Procurement supply chain budgeting Strategic sourcing 101

Empowering CPO

JUNE 26, 2023

These cost pressures necessitate a strategic approach to spending and resource allocation. Fragmented Supply Chains: The healthcare supply chain is complex and often fragmented, involving multiple stakeholders such as manufacturers, distributors, and group purchasing organizations (GPOs).

supply chain budgeting 52

supply chain budgeting Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Supplier consolidation 52

Spend Matters

OCTOBER 4, 2024

So, the term ‘spend orchestration’ that some like to use is really just upgraded spend management. Considering its reputation as a next-gen procurement platform, more forward-thinking organizations may see Zip not just as an add-on to an existing procurement software tech stack but as a starting point for future additions.

Sustainability 112

Sustainability Spend management Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Optimization 112

Procurement Insights

APRIL 8, 2025

1999 – I introduced the Metaprise model (RAM) 2007 – In Dangerous Supply Chain Myths (Part7) , I write about the Metaprise in greater detail, including the results of its implementation in a production environment (Department of National Defence). JAGGAER Industry-specific solutions leveraging AI for supplier collaboration.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Real-time Visibility Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 52