Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Public procurement spending accounted for an average of 30% of total public spending across the region [1] and as much as 74% of that spending is wasted due to inefficiencies [2] , according to data from FISLAC , an analytics platform developed by the IDB’s Fiscal Management Division (FMM).

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ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

Similar to how CRM manages everything around the customer, an S2P platform manages everything around the supplier. ​ It is a crucial process for organizations that are looking to streamline their procurement activities, better manage spend and suppliers and increase operational efficiency. What is Source-to-Pay?

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Advanced analytics tools are being integrated into procurement operations, enabling public and private organisations to rethink procurement processes, supplier relationships and cost optimisation. This knowledge enables procurement professionals to streamline operations, optimize spending patterns, and improve supplier performance.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Having a solid understanding of public procurement principles enables procurement professionals and suppliers to confidently navigate public sector procurement. A transparent approach lowers procurement risk, prevents corruption, and fosters confidence between suppliers and public sector organisations.

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Scottish Government Procurement

JULY 2, 2024

Over this period, MPIP has delivered almost two thousand contracts, securing over £40 million in savings and embedding Community Benefits and Fair Work. The latter has delivered workplace benefits such as over 60 Modern Apprentices and all current suppliers now commit to paying the real Living Wage (RLW) to directly engaged employees.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Food service leader digitizes procurement to drive efficiency, transparency and effective supplier management as it accelerates global expansion. Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) is a chain of fast food restaurants with a worldwide store network of more than 5,000 stores.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Aside from mitigating risk and saving organizations money, Procurement teams have an opportunity to add value by working closely with suppliers to reduce carbon emissions while ensuring supply chain continuity through diversity and proper forecasting. Ardent found that many didn’t even know how many suppliers are high risk.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 29, 2019

If they needed contract management, they put a contract management system in place. If they needed an ERP system or a workforce management system, they would define their requirements and either select a system to implement or build their own. . This is what Ivalua for Public Sector can do for you. .

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ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

Creating Value occurs when sourcing and procurement uses relevant sourcing processes and tools to engage and select the best fit supplier. Monitoring and measuring value is where the procurement organization takes a holistic view of the Source-to-pay process and supplier relationships. What is Direct Procurement?

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ivalua

DECEMBER 18, 2019

The second, authored by Andrew Bartels and published on December 18, is The Forrester Wave™: Source-To-Contract Suites, Q4 2019. It covers spend analysis, sourcing, contract management and supplier risk and performance management (SRPM), similar in scope to Gartner’s Strategic Sourcing Application Suites Magic Quadrant.

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ivalua

MARCH 5, 2020

And increasingly, that means collaborative working with key suppliers who can support that need to be innovative, flexible and agile. Sometimes action can be taken by the buyer that either does not affect the supplier or just requires their agreement.

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ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

By bridging the gaps, Amrest could even start the tendering process earlier with a wider range of suppliers. Suppliers can support company growth as part of the Amrest procurement journey. The level of supplier involvement depends on the category of spend. Engaging strategic suppliers in the process can help mitigate risks.

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How to Crack a Nut

JULY 1, 2024

Slowing Down Public Sector AI adoption PROCUREMENT CONFERENCE DAY I am at an industry conference day, there are rows upon rows of supplier stands, and tables covered with branded pens and tote bags. I am reading a leaflet for a contract management portal when I overhear a conversation between a buyer and a supplier. “I

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ivalua

APRIL 5, 2023

With the same enthusiasm and innovation as always, we gathered together this year to explore a new frontier of possibilities in procurement. The 12 Customer/Partner Day breakout sessions featured Ivalua’s talented solution and product experts–bringing innovation and “groundbreaking” discussion topics into the mix!

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ivalua

JANUARY 24, 2022

So, then we must ask ourselves, how can you partner with your suppliers to leverage this insightful data? Reaching those key suppliers, accurately assessing inventory, and making that data visible to stakeholders via a high level of integration is imperative for successful supply chain forecasting. Timeliness is also important.

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ivalua

MAY 6, 2020

The second, authored by Andrew Bartels and published on December 18, is The Forrester Wave : Source-To-Contract Suites, Q4 2019. It covers spend analysis , sourcing, contract management and supplier risk and performance management (SRPM), similar in scope to Gartner’s Strategic Sourcing Application Suites Magic Quadrant.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 12, 2024

Established to spotlight excellence and innovation in the Federal procurement landscape, the EIP Awards honor the remarkable contributions made by individuals and organizations from both government and industry in shaping the acquisition system.

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ivalua

MAY 17, 2023

Collaboration is key to a successful solution and we are able to achieve this with innovative partnerships. This year, our discussions covered Invoice Automation, Scope 3 Emissions, Contract Management, Supply Chain Collaboration, Indirect/Services Procurement, and Supplier Management–Customer of Choice.

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ivalua

JANUARY 12, 2023

Can an organization start with a Public Portal and Supplier Management Solution and then add solicitations, contract management, and purchasing solutions as they mature or as funding becomes available ? The same is true of the suppliers that will interact through any solution. Improving Collaboration .

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Public Contracting Institute

APRIL 1, 2024

Streamlining Operations with Smart Contracts Smart contracts, self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into lines of code, are another blockchain innovation that promises to streamline public procurement.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MAY 13, 2024

Day One Speakers Keynote Speakers: Christine Harada , Senior Advisor, OFPP, OMB Moshe Schwartz , President, Etherton and Associates Panelists: Bonnie Evangelista , Acting Deputy Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer for Acquisitions, DoD Polly Hall , Senior Advisor to the Chief Procurement Officer, DHS Udaya Patnaik , Chief Innovation (..)

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ivalua

APRIL 11, 2019

Contract data capture and analysis to improve company-wide contract management. Recognized as a Leader by Gartner and other top analysts, Ivalua’s Source-to-Pay suite is leveraged over 300 leading companies across the globe to manage over $500 Billion in direct and indirect spend.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Ivalua has seen among its customers a huge appetite for innovation, not least because it is making the role of Procurement so much more strategic and also, put more bluntly, it’s becoming a much more interesting role. No system is worth the money you invest in it if your users and suppliers will not engage.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 28, 2022

This bill sends plenty of money to the state and local governments–but along with these allocations comes solicitations, procurements, contracts, deadlines, reporting requirements, and other overhead. After they designed, built, and deployed the solution, they could register hundreds of suppliers within hours of launching.

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ivalua

MAY 15, 2019

Contract Lifecycle management is an area we have seen huge demand in over the last year or two. Many of our customers leverage our contract management solution for both authoring or contract repositor. Christopher Bourez, Artificial Intelligence Architect at Ivalua.

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ivalua

MAY 15, 2019

Contract Lifecycle management is an area we have seen huge demand in over the last year or two. Many of our customers leverage our contract management solution for both authoring or contract repository. One of the initial use cases the team is tackling is for contract analysis. .

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ivalua

MARCH 14, 2019

It’s a style of working that produced innovative thinking – but by its nature, could be hit and miss; where “miss” could have a significant negative impact to an organisation’s balance sheet. But now with strategic sourcing and category management, the process has become much easier to track, monitor and control.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

This is where helping organizations innovate, ensuring business agility and even growing revenue comes into play. Global automotive component supplier Meritor is a great example. Procurement was tasked with supporting a board level initiative to accelerate innovation and increase margins.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

It also breaks down the long-standing regional contracting structure that supported the MAS program. Learn more here Lawmaker to Introduce “Light Touch” AI Regulation Bill Senate Minority Whip John Thune (R-SD) is actively working to introduce The AI Research, Innovation and Accountability Act of 2023, first reported on in July.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Level 1 certification will require a self-assessment, attested to annually by the Affirming Official of the organization and submitted to DoD’s Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). GSA & VA Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel, Oct. To register, click here.

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ivalua

JULY 11, 2022

New release features AI-powered contract management, more seamless messaging and communications, supplier risk and performance enhancements and procure-to-pay efficiency . AI-powered contract management. On the AI front, Ivalua enhanced its leading CLM solution with AI-Powered Contract Data Capture.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Whether you’re a supplier trying to land your first contract, a business just getting into understanding government procurement, or a pro looking to stay on top of compliance, this glossary is your go-to guide. Tendering and Bidding A contract notice is published, inviting suppliers to submit bids. Youre not alone!

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Redwood, CA, 20th December 2021 – Ivalua, a leading provider of global Spend Management Cloud solutions, today announced that Canada’s largest co-operative, Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL), has gone live with its source-to-contract solution which includes a seamless integration to TealBook, the leading supplier data foundation.

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The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

These professionals excel in managing supplier relationships, understanding contract nuances, and mitigating risks. We aim to deliver exceptional training and consulting in public sector procurement and contract management. Let us guide you in navigating the complexities of procurement and contract management.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Procurement promotes the use of digital tools, resources and applications to drive sustainable innovation across multiple sectors and determine the systems needed to achieve a more environmentally conscious transition. Market engagement : Gather insight from suppliers to better understand the supply chain.

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VWV

JUNE 15, 2021

Contracting authorities are required to have regard to three national priority outcomes in designing their procurement strategies: Creating new businesses, new jobs and new skills Tackling climate change and reducing waste Improving supplier diversity, innovation and resilience None of these national priorities should come as a surprise.

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement. Public sector professionals must responsibly procure goods and service contracts on behalf of the taxpayer.

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