The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Appreciate the Benefits SMEs are integral to the Canadian economy because they enhance the cycle of money in the financial equation. When SMEs do reach out, they should not hit a brick wall of defenses. Relationships will benefit when buyers promptly respond to SMEs’ queries and consider them as a valuable and positive part of the job.

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Participation Procurement Strategies Procurement Buyers 52

ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

S2P: Where to Start Ivalua provides a comprehensive set of integrated solutions that span the entire Source-to-Pay lifecycle. Tackle Inflation with Effective Procurement Strategies HERE Doug Keeley Product Marketing Manager Prior to joining Ivalua, Doug spent 12 years with Directworks in Sourcing Consulting and Customer Success.

Price 105

Price Supply Chain Supplier Procurement Team 105

Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Improved procurement strategies could reduce public debt by as much as 1.8% By neglecting passive waste, countries miss opportunities to fully leverage public spending, as inefficiencies in execution can render otherwise well-intentioned procurement efforts ineffective. of GDP, according to FISLAC calculations.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Strategic Planning Balance 52

ivalua

JUNE 24, 2020

Digitization has been an integral part of our procurement strategy. The new solution captures the knowledge gained serving these and other leaders for faster deployment to new customers, and adds new capabilities to benefit all customers.

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Management Supplier Category Management Procurement Strategies 98

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

Lack of system integrations and actionable insights are stopping organizations from accurately measuring performance. The research, conducted by Forrester Consulting and commissioned by Ivalua, found that procurement teams are increasingly being measured by non-cost KPIs such as revenue opportunities being created, payment performance (e.g.

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Procurement Team Procurement Supply Chain Supplier 18

AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Empowering individuals with ownership of their own data Starting in July 2023, hundreds of staff at the Homeless Outreach Program Integrated Care System ( HOPICS ) began using Kiip to store documents, complete forms and applications, and streamline communications with incoming customers.

E-procurement 119

E-procurement Management Procurement Strategies Accountability 119

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Procurement analytics is quickly becoming a core practice for efficient operations and effective sourcing in today’s rapidly changing business environment. Data-driven decision-making enables procurement teams to improve performance and align with wider organisational goals including corporate social responsibility and risk management.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Procurement Data Supply Chain 52

Federal News Network

JUNE 24, 2024

Just last month, at the Coalition’s Spring Training Conference, a panel of government and industry practitioners engaged in a fascinating discussion on how AI supports agency procurement operations. At the same time, current experience raises important policy considerations and questions for stakeholders across the procurement community.

Transparency 83

Transparency Data Procurement Management 83

GovSpend

AUGUST 2, 2024

The collaboration will combine our Fedmine platform , which aggregates and integrates federal contract intelligence from 19 sources, with Deep Water Point’s groundbreaking new GWAC NorthStar platform , which streamlines contract vehicle management by swiftly filtering customers’ GWAC and MAC solicitations.

Market Analysis 59

Market Analysis Procurement Strategies Consulting Procurement 59

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 21, 2024

Just last month, at the Coalition’s Spring Training Conference, a panel of government and industry practitioners engaged in a fascinating discussion on how AI supports agency procurement operations. At the same time, current experience raises important policy considerations and questions for stakeholders across the procurement community.

Transparency 64

Transparency Data Procurement Management 64

Scottish Government Procurement

JUNE 24, 2024

Early development work on the re-let has commenced and a Prior Information Note (PIN) will be issued shortly which will include a Request for Information (RFI) to gain views from the market and stakeholders, to inform our Procurement Strategy. The DPS is available to all Scottish public bodies including third sector bodies.

Collaboration 67

Collaboration E-catalogue Framework Agreement E-procurement 67

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Anti-corruption policies further reinforce integrity in procurement, safeguarding public funds and fostering trust in government processes. A structured approach is essential for embedding social value in procurement process. You can do this by focusing on social values while devising your pricing strategy.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Tender 52

Scottish Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

As part of Scot Climate Week 2023 , we hear from some members of the Public Procurement Group (PPG) on how their organisations are embedding climate action in their procurement activities. One significant step forward is the integration of environmental evaluations into our tendering process for all products.

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Supply Chain Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability 70

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Having spent over $100 billion on information technology (IT) products and services in 2023, the federal government sees itself as a market driver able to steer industry policy through government-wide procurement strategies. Explain how personally identifiable information (PII) is protected and privacy risks are minimized.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 52

The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Key Contributions of Certified Procurement Professionals Certified procurement professionals significantly improve supply chain operations. Their training and certification equip them to develop and execute procurement strategies that align with organizational objectives.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Management 52

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

New Ivalua study shows technology challenges are hindering procurement teams from achieving business objectives. Lack of system integrations and actionable insights are stopping organisations from accurately measuring performance . on time payments) and spend visibility.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Procurement Team Supplier 52

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

JULY 28, 2023

Once AI has been successfully integrated and adopted, it won’t be long before the benefits are being seen throughout the entire company. If you would like to upskill and learn how to implement cutting-edge procurement strategies, visit our website to find our range of CIPS qualifications.

Procurement 52

Procurement Procurement Team Supply Chain Quality 52

The Procurement School

AUGUST 21, 2024

Larry drafts public sector procurement policies which address social and economic development opportunities, as well as works with social enterprises. Larry has been a lecturer for United Nations staff and advocates on the role of social enterprises as being an integral part of the supplier community.

Procurement 52

Procurement Competitive Bidding Public Procurement Supplier 52

ivalua

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

“Having successfully digitized the entire Source-to-Pay process, Ashell is on the path to evolving Procurement from a cost center into a competitive advantage.”. Integrate sustainability goals into supplier and commodity group management. Provide a consumer-like experience for procurement stakeholders.

Procurement 52

Procurement Retail Supplier Supply Chain 52

ivalua

MARCH 1, 2022

In late 2021, The Hackett Group asked Procurement Leaders about their strategic priorities and initiatives for the coming year. After a rollercoaster 2021, how do we pivot and plan for a successful Procurement strategy in 2022? . IMPROVE ANALYTICAL, MODELING AND REPORTING CAPABILITIES .

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Procurement Team Supplier Procurement 52

ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2021

Large corporations are focusing more on sustainable sourcing and sustainable finance and ethical sourcing and the integration of ESG into every day business practice. This is actually proving to be a profitable strategy for many. Source: Sustainable Procurement: DrivingExponential Impact Across theSupply Chain, Procurious .

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Supply Chain Supplier Ethics Sustainability 52

Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 5, 2024

It is an underfunded, paper-based government chore: we want to turn procurement into a smart, user-friendly, digital public service. We want to unlock its power to improve economic inclusion and sustainability, rebuild integrity and trust, and deliver the quality public services that we all deserve.

Procurement 89

Procurement E-procurement Public Procurement Sustainability 89

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

But for those that have put smart procurement strategies in place, while digitizing supplier relationships, manufacturing and other aspects of business operations, it’s a situation made more manageable.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Retail Manufacturing Supplier 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Having spent over $100 billion on information technology (IT) products and services in 2023, the federal government sees itself as a market driver able to steer industry policy through government-wide procurement strategies. Now more than ever, Health IT is integral to the way healthcare is delivered, managed, and tracked.

Logistics 52

Logistics E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

MAY 28, 2024

Integrating models like the Kraljic Model enhances this understanding, facilitating long-term strategic partnerships beneficial to both parties. Ready to deepen your procurement expertise? By categorising relationships based on attractiveness and spend, organizations can ensure alignment between perceived and desired relationships.

Supplier 59

Supplier Supply Chain Procurement Accountability 59

Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 7, 2023

expand access to finance by developing climate finance strategies, building resilient and low-carbon project portfolios, and developing sustainable/green finance instruments.

Finance 52

Finance Price Sustainability Capacity 52

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

The average procurement department’s overall data aptitude is increasing, but most organizations classify themselves as novices and only occasionally use data to drive actual strategies. Data quality and access will need to be front and center in all procurement strategy and sourcing decisions. #6.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Supplier Consumer Demands 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Effective procurement practices allow the establishment of a closed-loop circular supply chain that helps deliver more efficiency, from end-to-end and supports the formalisation of different services, including e-waste management, recycling, resource sharing, and supplier regulatory development.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement 52

ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

The Benefits of Source-to-Pay The market for S2P has evolved significantly in recent years, becoming an essential component of procurement strategy for most companies. There is huge value in a tightly integrated S2P process where data can easily be updated, workflows are linked together, analytics span across process areas, etc.

Supplier 52

Supplier E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The key aim of the Requirements Reserved for Supported Businesses DPS is to provide Scottish Public Sector and Third Sector Bodies (Framework Public Bodies) with a clear path for the purchase of goods and services from Supported Businesses and in doing so, support the integration of disabled and disadvantaged citizens into the mainstream workforce.

Collaboration 44

Collaboration Framework Agreement Supplier Purchasing 44

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The key aim of the Requirements Reserved for Supported Businesses DPS is to provide Scottish Public Sector and Third Sector Bodies (Framework Public Bodies) with a clear path for the purchase of goods and services from Supported Businesses and in doing so, support the integration of disabled and disadvantaged citizens into the mainstream workforce.

Collaboration 40

Collaboration Framework Agreement Supplier Purchasing 40

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 19, 2024

To enable a modern procurement strategy, organizations should: Prioritize total value and return on investment over nominal cost. Rationalize applications before procuring to align with strategic needs. This mandates a realistic assessment of both technical and organizational considerations beyond basic functionality.

Procurement 80

Procurement IT Price Sustainability 80

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Intel’s latest generation of Xeon processors have integrated AI accelerators directly into the CPU, offering significant performance gains for a wide range of AI tasks without requiring specialized GPU hardware.

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Government Government Demand Data 44

AWS Public Sector

JANUARY 21, 2025

Through our sponsorship and presence at the conference, AWS demonstrated our commitment to helping tribal small business partners by providing cloud capabilities and experience, winning procurement strategies aligned with government goals, and assistance in moving quickly to provide solutions and value.

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Balance Procurement Strategies Data Budget 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

We integrate procurement tools and best practices to minimise the risk of fraud and actually aspire towards greater transparency. Hence, all procurement activities are ensured to be clean and fair. By integrating automated tools, organisations can streamline regulatory checks, ensuring adherence while reducing manual errors.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Efficiency Procurement Bid Rigging 52