Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In April we published the Annual report on procurement activity in Scotland for 21-22, which highlights how we performed against our Procurement Strategy, how we delivered procurement policy and capability throughout the Scottish public sector. They show that the 16 billion of public procurement spend, we generated 13.8

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ivalua

APRIL 8, 2021

Ensuring supply chain continuity, identifying new revenue opportunities, and improving decision making are key focuses as firms recover from the pandemic. Ensuring supply chain continuity, identifying new revenue opportunities, and improving decision making are key focuses as firms recover from the pandemic.

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Procurement Strategies Supply Chain Procurement Inventory 52

ivalua

MAY 30, 2023

Ivalua Spend Management Insights [ivory-search] 3 Powerful Ways Procurement will Drive the 2030 Saudi Vision Transformation May 30, 2023 | | Procurement Strategy by Sara Omer What is the Saudi Vision 2030 Program? Procurement and supply chain teams will play a crucial role in making this vision a reality.

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Procurement Supply Chain Eprocurement Manufacturing 19

ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

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.

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Price Supply Chain Supplier Procurement Team 105

The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

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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ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. , March 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on Effective Procurement Performance Measurement. About Ivalua.

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The Procurement School

JANUARY 12, 2023

How many vendors supply each commodity? What’s happening industry-wide that may impact the supply chain or pricing? Are there buying groups that you could join who have already done this research and have established supply arrangements?

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How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The National Health Service (NHS) has been running a centralised model for health care procurement in England for a few years now. They are as follows: DHSC [the Department of Health and Social Care] set Supply Chain a cumulative target of making £2.4 Supply Chain calculated its reported savings against the £2.4

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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. This commitment extends to their procurement and supply chain management, which is a vital part of sector activity.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Predictive Analytics: Uses advanced data analytics, such as machine learning, to predict future demand, analyze potential supply chain risks, and facilitate informed procurement decisions. Analytics can help organisations to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved contract compliance and better procurement strategies.

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ivalua

APRIL 6, 2021

Does your procurement strategy need to reshore your suppliers? Is reshoring supply chain even possible? Matt Palackdharry. Roundtable Discussion. Can You Bring Your Suppliers Closer to Home?

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Ethical procurement is a company’s code of conduct and commitment to environmental, social and legal issues. It involves a set of principles which guide a company to proactively eliminate unethical practices throughout its supply chain. Why is Ethical Procurement Important?

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ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

Enterprises will continue to undergo the financial burden of revenue disruptions, consumer , and uncontrolled supply chain variables. . Businesses are either pausing staffing efforts or ramping up talent acquisition strategies depending on the industry. The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers).

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ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2021

Responsible sourcing is the incorporation of ethical, sustainable and socially conscious principles into sourcing, procurement and overall supply chain management practices. This is actually proving to be a profitable strategy for many. Key Elements of a Responsible Sourcing Strategy. provide source].

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ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

31 March, Redwood City, CA – Ivalua, a leading provider of global spend management cloud solutions , has announced the latest findings of a worldwide study of supply chain, procurement and finance business leaders on Effective Procurement Performance Measurement.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Inclusive Opportunities: Public procurement can be a tool to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion by prioritising contracts with suppliers committed to these ideals. Why Does Social Value Matter In Public Procurement? Reporting results enhances accountability and assists in measuring the effectiveness of procurement strategies.

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ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

Direct Procurement is made up of a series of related processes that span the full product lifecycle. It includes internal and external stakeholders, such as those from procurement, engineering, logistics, accounts payable, the supply chain management team, as well as the suppliers that make up the supply chain.

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The Procurement School

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

These steps may not apply to every procurement but once completed they will inform the procurement strategy which then leads to development of procurement document. Needs analysis ensures an accurate understanding of the goods / services being procured. which provides a high level procurement overview.

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Procurement Bidder Procurement Strategies Evaluation 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

1] The rule would not apply to the Federal Supply Schedule, where an exception to the fair opportunity requirements exist, or where there is an agency specific exception, e.g., supply chain or national security risks, response to major disaster or emergency, etc. James Peake , M.D., James Peake , M.D.,

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Logistics E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 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.”. Provide a consumer-like experience for procurement stakeholders. Bouncing back from the pandemic, the retail industry has transformed rapidly to meet crucial customer needs.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

JULY 28, 2023

AI is capable of improving quality throughout the entire supply chain, from procurement to supplier relations and more. Enhanced Security AI helps to make procurement more secure by assisting teams in choosing the best suppliers and, therefore, reducing the risk of late payments and fraud.

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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. James Peake , M.D.,

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E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 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? . There is no doubt that the future of procurement is becoming increasingly digital.

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Supply Chain Procurement Team Supplier Procurement 52

ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

– CIPS – SME book reviews: Global supply chain, Diversity Management & Strategic Programme Leadership. David has over 30 years’ experience at senior executive/director level driving value and change through procurement and organisational transformation. .£2.7bn Leadership of the centralised indirect procurement team.

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Procurement Strategies Supply Chain Leadership Purchasing 40

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

MAY 28, 2024

Explore our CIPS courses today and gain insights into effective supplier management strategies. Take the next step towards mastering procurement dynamics and elevating your organisation’s supply chain effectiveness. The post A Supplier’s Perspective appeared first on Oxford College of Procurement and Supply.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Additionally, this lack of diversity in supply chains can lead to overreliance on a few select suppliers. Key Findings from the National Audit Office Report The NAO report offers a detailed analysis of the current state of competition in public procurement, highlighting several key areas of concern.

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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. This process handles the execution of the payment, instructing the bank or payment provider and reconciling that with the invoice, order, etc.

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ivalua

MARCH 5, 2023

2023 Procurement Awards Ceremony Experience the future of procurement at Ivalua’s 2023 Awards Ceremony , where we recognize and honor innovators who have revolutionized their supply chain strategies! Learn from industry leaders and gain insight into what makes a successful procurement strategy in today’s world.

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Supplier Innovation Finance Supply Chain 52

The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

P rocurement, a critical component of supply chain management, is transforming, driven by the expertise of certified procurement professionals. Armed with a Public Procurement Certificate , these individuals bring a new level of efficiency and strategic insight to the field.

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Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Management 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.

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Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement 52

ivalua

MARCH 27, 2023

E-invoicing Mandate | France 2024 March 27, 2023 | | Procurement Strategy by Steve Carter The biggest change to Accounts Payables since the introduction of double entry journals is about to hit finance departments–but are they prepared? Read More : Under Pressure, Will Procurement Take Performance Higher in 2023?

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E-procurement Procurement Strategies Supplier Finance 52

University of Bristol

OCTOBER 14, 2019

For example, new analytics applied to open transport data can significantly improve procurement planning to support more sustainable urban mobility strategies, as well as the emergence of new models for the procurement of mobility as a service (MaaS).

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Sustainability Procurement Public Procurement IT 52

Government Contracts Legal Forum

MARCH 12, 2024

Given the complexities of navigating multi-tiered global supply chains, contractors should act without delay to understand their obligations and initiate the investigations and develop the internal processes needed to assure compliance with this new rule.

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Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This means knowing where your chips are made, understanding their supply chain and where they’re deployed, and ensuring they are free from potential backdoors or vulnerabilities. Controlling the provenance of your hardware becomes paramount in mitigating these risks. To state it plainly: Hardware matters.

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Scottish Government Procurement

JANUARY 9, 2025

James King, Procurement Coordinator at Falkirk Council.

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Sustainability Contract Supplier Procurement 59

Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 12, 2025

They follow public procurement best practices strategies that help you not only win contracts but keep them coming. Crafting A Winning Procurement Strategy A proactive approach gives you the edge. Ethical Procurement Public sector buyers want fairness, transparency, and responsible sourcing.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The Future Trends In Addressing Challenges In Public Procurement The future of public procurement lies in the growing adoption of technologies like AI, blockchain, and IoT, which promise greater efficiency, transparency, and security in procurement processes.

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