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What is Cooperative Purchasing & How Does it Benefit Public Sector Procurement?

American City & Country

In today’s fast-paced and budget-conscious public sector environment, efficient procurement practices are more crucial than ever. Let’s explore what cooperative purchasing entails and delve into the myriad ways it can revolutionize public sector procurement. Your Peers are Using Cooperatives! Brought to you by:

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Procurement Methods vs. Solicitation Tools: What Every Procurement Professional Needs to Know

The Procurement ClassRoom

Procurement decisions may also be influenced by emergencies, such as the need for the prompt delivery of goods and services to address disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes. The level of competition in the market can also influence the choice of procurement method.

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Procurement strategies shifting to restore growth post-COVID-19, reveals Ivalua research

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However, the research reveals that many organisations feel their procurement strategies are being hampered by outdated technology: Organisations believe that overly dispersed (72%), unactionable data (70%), and a lack of embedded best practices (70%) are limiting overall value from technology solutions.

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Procurement Strategies Shifting to Restore Growth Post-COVID-19, Reveals Ivalua Research

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However, the research reveals that many organizations feel their procurement strategies are being hampered by outdated technology: . If procurement leaders don’t overcome technology challenges now, they risk missing growth opportunities and ensuring resilience for the future.”. Learn more at www.ivalua.com. Media Contact.

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Procurement Strategy Summit – Dubai, 16-17 October 2019

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Ivalua is the Gold partner of the Procurement Strategy Summit that will take place in Dubai from 16 to 17 October 2019. Key topics will be discussed in this year’s edition : How to handle the journey towards digital procurement ? How to find the balance between cost & quality ? Please click here.

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What is Strategic Procurement, and How Can Cooperative Purchasing Help?

American City & Country

Develop a Strategic Procurement Plan Procurement shouldn’t be reactive; it should be proactive. Start by developing a strategic plan that aligns procurement goals with your organization’s overall objectives. Enhance Supplier Relationships Strong relationships with suppliers are the backbone of effective procurement.

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Smart Public Procurement for Better Public Spending in Latin America and the Caribbean

Inter-American Development Bank

Smart public procurement refers to making optimal decisions to minimize waste and enhance the quality, efficiency and sustainability of public spending when purchasing and contracting goods, works and services. Better contracts and processes, for example, could reduce the risk of delays, quality problems or unexpected costs.