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The Purpose of Procurement: How ESG is Changing our Roles

The Procurement School

Building supply chains with responsible materials and labour practices is possible. Supply chain managers have been part of the transactional process in all sectors. As Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things expands exponentially, the role of supply chains needs to adapt to be relevant as well.

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Deepen Your Understanding to Improve Supplier Engagement

ivalua

Driven by a desire by manufacturers to insulate themselves from spiraling labor costs, manufacturers shifted production of parts and components into the supply chain. This includes sourcing, supply chain, logistics, product management, and even key senior executives. Suppliers have never been more important.