American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Strategic procurement is more than just buying goods and services—it’s about creating value, optimizing resources, and aligning purchasing decisions with organizational goals. In this blog, we’ll explore key best practices and show how leveraging group/cooperative purchasing can help you master the art of strategic sourcing.

Purchasing 58

Purchasing Procurement Supplier Supply Chain 58

Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

In other words, smart procurement also considers the potential social and developmental impacts of public spending, rather than solely focusing on rule compliance or the cost of resources. Improved procurement strategies could reduce public debt by as much as 1.8% of GDP, according to FISLAC calculations.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Strategic Planning Balance 52

The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Courses designed for this purpose do more than just impart knowledge; they shape the future of procurement by fostering a deep understanding of its principles and practices. The impact of such training is significant, leading to more streamlined procurement processes and better decision-making in supply chain management.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Management 52

Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 7, 2023

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Finance 52

Finance Price Sustainability Capacity 52