ivalua

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

So for the last decade the Procurement teams have been pushing the ‘No-PO, No Pay’ mantra, it’s now even ‘Government Policy’. However, ask any AP team member, in any company and they’ll tell you it’s impossible, ‘our business just doesn’t work like that!’ There are exceptions to every rule, and that rule just doesn’t work.

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NASPO

JULY 31, 2023

When states open their commodity purchases to local government buyers, they spread the benefits of the volume pricing, experienced procurement teams and the streamlined contracting process so communities can get the products and services they need faster and at a better price. READ MORE

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Scottish Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

As well in June, we had Meet the Buyer National, a great event that took place in Hampden Park in Glasgow, where businesses, social enterprises, and third sector organisations, all came together with Scottish public procurers. This month, we published AI guidance to both the Procurement Journey and the Supplier Journey.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Procurement teams are now expected to manage a lot of moving parts — from supplier relations to spend, risk, compliance, contractual obligations, contingency plans and more — and a lack of visibility inhibits their ability to do any of that effectively. Work to achieve 100% supply chain visibility. Why is visibility so important?

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Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 1, 2024

It was great to be in cities where the city leaders are using procurement as a strategic lever to bring these values to life. From compliance to service: Procurement teams are often perceived to be the compliance department. But what if the procurement analyst were calling to offer their help?

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Public Procurement Procurement Buyers Procurement Team 73

ivalua

JULY 13, 2022

With mounting pressure for organizations to make tangible contributions to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, the procurement function must strategize to implement and report their collective efforts. ESG Objectives for Buyers. Supplier Selection.

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ivalua

JULY 8, 2020

In this article we’ll review how supplier management capabilities in Source-to-Pay technology can free-up and enable a manufacturer’s direct material procurement team to do what they do best to ensure the supply chain remains resilient and agile: be creative and strategic. Supplier Data Quality & Management in Decision Making.

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ivalua

JUNE 27, 2022

Ivalua’s global reach of buyers and their suppliers helps us deliver on our mission-providing access to working capital to businesses so they can grow and thrive. C2FO: Buyers on the Ivalua platform can pay their suppliers early and proactively set goals for return on their cash. How will the C2FO partnership benefit businesses?

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ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

Procurement can and should be a significant value generator for the larger organization. There are, in fact different phases of procurement value creation that tie into the Source-to-Pay process: . Creating Value occurs when sourcing and procurement uses relevant sourcing processes and tools to engage and select the best fit supplier.

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ivalua

APRIL 12, 2019

Soft skills and leadership are key enablers for procurement teams and are as important as technological competence. Paul agreed, saying that AI would not replace what humans do but would add intelligence and enable buyers to focus on more added value activities. And AI is not THE solution, but is one of the potential solutions.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 18, 2022

By taking steps now to improve supply chain visibility, procurement teams can position their organizations for success in the years to come. With the right team in place, you’ll be able to make full use of your supply chain data and unlock the insights you need to improve visibility and drive better decision-making.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The benefits of KPIs are vast and include the fact that it gives the procurement team early indication of any potential issues. The results of the KPI would flag up reduced performance and allow the buyer to address this issue.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2022

Creating a dialogue with suppliers ensures that procurement teams can identify opportunities for innovation in a green supply chain that benefits all parties. However, a lack of the right procurement tools restricts businesses from accessing these benefits.

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Supply Chain Sustainability Supplier Collaboration 52

ivalua

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Creating a dialogue with suppliers ensures that procurement teams can identify opportunities for innovation in a green supply chain that benefits all parties. However, a lack of the right procurement tools restricts businesses from accessing these benefits.

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Supply Chain Sustainability Supplier Collaboration 52

The Procurement School

AUGUST 11, 2023

Leading private sector organizations use ROSMA to look at the value-add by a procurement team but it has applications for public sector as well. Formula : The annual cost savings driven by procurement / annual cost of the procurement department. This would be reported as: 2,500,000 / 500,000 = 5X.

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ivalua

JUNE 6, 2019

Everything procurement delivers – from savings to risk mitigation to value – is predicated on having access to clean, trustworthy data. He gave a keynote presentation about his company’s procurement and supply chain transformation journey – one that is still underway.

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Bonfire

MARCH 24, 2022

Fast-forward 10 years and Bonfire’s eProcurement platform has streamlined the process for 451,506 global users (and counting), including buyers, vendors, and evaluators. In that time, we’ve never stopped evolving to respond to the changing landscape of public procurement. What’s next?

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Eprocurement Public Procurement Procurement Procurement Team 52

ivalua

OCTOBER 24, 2021

The payment process required for international trade is complex, expensive and high risk for both suppliers and buyers. With this, businesses can unlock new opportunities and innovations by finally closing the cash gap between procurement and suppliers.

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Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Then in February, we published a report showcasing the success of Scotland’s journey of achieving sustainable procurement outcomes over the past 20 years, driven by a strong passion and commitment across all sectors. I’m also really proud that at Scotland Excel, we’ve put in place a national savings team.

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Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability Logistics 64

ivalua

MARCH 29, 2019

For one European bank, the capability of their internal procurement team has become a customer benefit that is winning new revenue. The key was (and is) enabling more effective working between Meritor and key suppliers, who are supporting the drive for growth. It struck me that the technology achieves two goals.

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ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

The contracts govern the relationship between the buyer and supplier, an essential process to inform Procure-to-Pay. Spend under management: S2P software can help procurement teams better manage the percentage of company spend that is under contract and under management.

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Supplier E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

ivalua

OCTOBER 24, 2021

The payment process required for international trade is complex, expensive and high risk for both suppliers and buyers. With this, businesses can unlock new opportunities and innovations by finally closing the cash gap between procurement and suppliers.

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Supply Chain Supplier Finance Transparency 40

ivalua

MARCH 4, 2016

Giving buyers the proper tools to become key business partners is not a “nice to have” scenario—it is a critical path to managing risk and ensuring success. After the conference, I happened to follow up with a mid-manager who functioned as a liaison between IT and the Procurement team.

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Supply Chain Supplier Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing 40

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

By actively engaging with the SME community, procurement teams can ensure that procurement decisions reflect a financial imperative and the broader goal of supporting a competitive and innovative market environment.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Anti-corruption policies further reinforce integrity in procurement, safeguarding public funds and fostering trust in government processes. Together, these governance measures ensure that public sector buyers uphold the principles of fairness, ethics, and accountability.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Staffing for the core team members and project leadership must flex with the needs of the implementation effort. How will the project schedule and phases align with team members’ other work responsibilities? The same thought process should be extended to the larger procurement team.

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Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Then in February, we published a report showcasing the success of Scotland’s journey of achieving sustainable procurement outcomes over the past 20 years, driven by a strong passion and commitment across all sectors. I’m also really proud that at Scotland Excel, we’ve put in place a national savings team.

Public Procurement 40

Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability Logistics 40

ivalua

MAY 21, 2020

Today, procurement leaders have a seat at the table in e-staff meetings. Procurement teams were just buyers who delivered what other departments told them to buy. Organizations viewed procurement as the bottleneck between what they wanted and when they received it. How has the role changed over the past few years?

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Supply Chain E-procurement Supplier Leadership 52

ivalua

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Expectations will be different for our procurement optimisation solutions and will depend on whether the user is an experienced buyer, an occasional requestor or a Procurement Director. The user experience will vary according to the user’s business profile.

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Procurement E-catalogue E-procurement Supplier 40

The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Because SBA states that many of its proposed rule changes are “clarifications” of its existing rules, potential M&A buyers should consider the effect of SBA’s proposed rule in their valuation of small business targets even before the rule is finalized.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 28, 2024

In addition, there are several comprehensive guides to green purchasing available online, including from the Nation Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO). Pursuing a sustainability plan When a procurement team is committed to green purchasing, there are a variety of strategies that can be considered.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The sole source justification process is rigorous and requires approval from the organization’s procurement services, with steps including the completion and review of a justification form, internal review and approvals, and adherence to transparency and compliance regulations to manage risks effectively.

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Bonfire

MARCH 29, 2022

If the amount is over the threshold, sourcing is led by the procurement team, whether through a public bid, NOI, or limited tendering option. Going forward, the agencies that use a patchwork approach are working towards adopting a single tool that will streamline their processes and support procurement success.

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Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 12, 2025

Getting listed on Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) and framework agreements means buyers can award contracts directly to pre-approved suppliers. Analyse past procurement trends Winning bids isnt just about what you offer but how you position yourself. What are buyers looking for beyond just price? The secret?

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Public Procurement Procurement Buyers Tender 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By addressing these challenges, procurement teams can enhance transparency, ensure compliance, and deliver value for money. Source: [link] The Key Challenges In Public Procurement Regulatory Complexity With the Procurement Act 2023 evolving, procurement is treated with a lot of oversight.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The new icon makes it easier for agency buyers to identify and select products that help meet their plastic waste reduction goals. During the interview, Jackson shares her management priorities for NASA procurement and reflects on how her 30-year career has influenced her approach to acquisition policy development. Subpart 502.1

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