Insights and strategies for effective sourcing, contract, supplier, and savings management in procurement
Procurement- The Ultimate Guide to Procurement and Software Introduction to procurement Procurement is the process of acquiring goods or services. It includes the evaluation, selection, and purchase of materials, products, services, and contracts. The goal of procurement is to obtain items or services that meet the needs of the organization while maximizing value for money. There are […]
What are supplier SLAs? In the business world, supplier SLAs ensure that supplier relationships are mutually beneficial. This means ensuring your suppliers meet the needs of your business and vice versa. One way to do this formally is to establish a Supplier Service Level Agreement (SLA). But what exactly is an SLA? In this blog […]
What is a stakeholder? As organizations grow in complexity, understanding the role of stakeholders, who they are and how to effectively engage with them is becoming a critical part of any successful project. In this article we’ll break down what a stakeholder is, the types of stakeholders you may encounter in your procurement process, the benefits of […]
What is a Supplier Management Software? – Definition The days of manually managing multiple suppliers can be stressful, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re a business looking to streamline your supply chain, supplier management software could be the solution. Supplier management software is an integrated system designed to automate and streamline all aspects of the supplier […]
How a Supplier Taxonomy Can Drive Procurement Success and Savings With the increasing complexity of global supply chains, creating a supplier taxonomy is more important than ever for procurement departments. This article looks at why having an organized supplier taxonomy can help ensure the success and savings of procurement operations. Find out how a supplier taxonomy can help drive execution […]
How Supplier Compliance Can Positively Impact Risk & Performance in Procurement Keeping your suppliers compliant with regulations and policies can be a major challenge for any company. But did you know that there is an even greater benefit beyond simply meeting regulatory requirements? In this article, we’ll explain how supplier compliance can actually have a positive impact […]