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On technology buys, it’s important that agency stakeholders work together throughout the process

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He notes that change management for end-users is also a key component in technology upgrade projects that is often left off the internal roadmap. Change is hard, and workforce skills may not match the day-to-day changes brought on by the new tech, so work with your vendor to plan adequate training.”

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Press Release Viparis optimizes procurement processes thanks to the Ivalua solution and CKS’s support

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Providing a perfect fit for Viparis project support needs, CKS combines mastery of the Ivalua solution with thorough knowledge of the Procurement process and the ability to lead change management. We were convinced by the quality and the extensive functional scope of the Ivalua solution.

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ERP vs. Best-in-Class — What is Best for Managing the Healthcare Supply Chain

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They may not consider potential issues of integrations, supplier onboarding, supply chain data management, change management and system optimization, all of which add to complexity and costs. Implementation is challenging: Healthcare organizations tend to underestimate what’s involved with successful implementation.

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Scot Careers Week: Procurement People of Tomorrow

Scottish Government Procurement

I was then guided through the role of procurement within Scotland, shadowing and discussing multi-million-pound projects with procurement buyers, getting a better understanding from Angus and his colleagues on the scope and complexities of real government spending and initiatives.

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Public Sector eProcurement Implementation: Ways to Mitigate Risk and Ensure Success

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Change Management. Communication is the largest part of change management, but it deserves independent consideration as well. Ensuring that there is a dedicated change management workstream mitigates the risk level of the entire implementation. Where are the greatest changes taking place?

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Top 10 Foundational Steps To Building A Strong Procurement Strategy

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An internal communications plan will also be needed to inform buyers of the existing arrangements they should use. If these contracts are renewed year-after-year without considering alternatives, the time is ripe to investigate the benefits of change. legacy computer system support).

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Part II: Bridging the Gap between Procurement and Finance. A New Vision for Amrest

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However, they could probably leverage their great buyers in a better way by having proper data delivered to them upfront and allowing them to identify the most strategic new projects. Clearly, there are varying business expectations and the need to address transformational change management. How can Amrest start this journey?

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