ivalua

MARCH 4, 2016

getting involved early on in the New Product Introduction ( NPI) cycle to ensure suppliers risk is being properly evaluated in production capacity and quality. After the conference, I happened to follow up with a mid-manager who functioned as a liaison between IT and the Procurement team. Time is Money. Settle no more!

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

In August 2020 Gartner published this report “4 Tactics Procurement Can Use to Sustain Influence as Economic Conditions Improve” This blog summarizes the key points of the report which you can read in full, here. Procurement Teams Step-up. When Covid-19 hit, supply chains across the globe nearly came to a halt.

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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. contract compliance, procurement cycle efficiency).

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

JULY 28, 2023

AI can bring many benefits to procurement teams and their companies. In this post, we take a look at the benefits of using AI in procurement departments. Information AI allows procurement teams to mine huge amounts of complex data. They can then identify the most relevant and appropriate AI solutions.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The increase is directly correlated to the turbulent market caused by the pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and rapid inflation. When it comes to supply continuity, being proactive about mitigating disruptions is essential, yet many procurement organizations may still lack sufficient resources. Risk Metrics.

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ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

New Ivalua study shows technology challenges are hindering procurement teams from achieving business objectives. The study revealed the challenges procurement teams face when it comes to achieving business objectives and the wide and growing gap in performance between advanced and less mature teams.

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ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

Procurement can and should be a significant value generator for the larger organization. There are, in fact different phases of procurement value creation that tie into the Source-to-Pay process: . Creating Value occurs when sourcing and procurement uses relevant sourcing processes and tools to engage and select the best fit supplier.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

So for the last decade the Procurement teams have been pushing the ‘No-PO, No Pay’ mantra, it’s now even ‘Government Policy’. However, ask any AP team member, in any company and they’ll tell you it’s impossible, ‘our business just doesn’t work like that!’ This was the challenge made to the Ivalua R&D team a year ago.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The benefits of KPIs are vast and include the fact that it gives the procurement team early indication of any potential issues. If a supplier that was once performing well in relation to delivering excellent quality suddenly starts to present with many defects or lower quality items, this would raise concern.

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Import Procurement Supplier Supply Chain 59

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

JANUARY 14, 2025

Supports better decision-making Provides data-driven insights for procurement teams. Improves service quality Drives better supplier performance and customer satisfaction. Ready to deepen your procurement expertise? Encourages best practices Helps companies learn from industry leaders.

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Procurement Total Cost of Ownership Supplier Cost of Ownership 52

ivalua

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Under Pressure, Will Procurement Take Performance Higher in 2023? . Procurement and supply chain teams have been trying to hold the line against macroeconomic and global market forces that have been pushing hard against them for nearly three years. Procurement and supply chain teams are under constant pressure.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Redwood City, CA – November 7, 2019 – Ivalua, a global leader in spend management , today announced a range of new innovations that enable direct material procurement and supply chain leaders to launch more profitable, successful products. The new capabilities are available now as part of Ivalua’s latest platform release.

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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. . Disruptions in global supply chains, labor market shortages, strong consumer demand. The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers). What can we expect in 2022?

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ivalua

MAY 9, 2019

The most fundamental spend categorization in Procurement is the line between direct and indirect spend, but one effort that transcends this split is supplier management. This includes supplier information management, supply chain risk management/mitigation, and supplier performance management. Healthcare.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The pandemic wreaked havoc on businesses and their supply chains, but even in these trying times, there’s a silver lining. The job of sourcing professionals is to understand the risk in the supply chain and manage it so they can react quickly when a problem occurs.” Start by Putting the Right Technology in Place.

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ivalua

MAY 11, 2021

Bashar El-Jawahari, PwC’s Middle East Procurement and Supply Chain Leader, explored the findings unique to the region. According to Dr. El-Jawahari, procurement’s priorities have shifted in the Middle East since the pandemic’s onset. Striking the Balance between People, Process and Technology.

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ivalua

JUNE 6, 2019

While I was at the Ivalua NOW event in Paris, I interviewed Cyrille Naux, Purchasing and Supply Chain Vice-President at Chassis Brakes International, a multinational manufacturer of automotive brakes and brake components.

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The Procurement School

AUGUST 11, 2023

Author: Larry Berglund As part of the assessment on the ability of a supply chain department to deliver value effectively , is its ability to do so efficiently. Many of these factors may not be directly controlled by the supply chain department, such as the ERP system and its ability to leverage digitalized processes.

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ivalua

APRIL 12, 2019

A recent Ivalua study with Forester identified capacity being consumed by operational and manual activities as one barrier, along with a lack of contextual access to insights, and poor data quality as other blockers. So, is AI the light at the end of the tunnel for overworked procurement functions?

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ivalua

APRIL 23, 2021

The book gives a clear view of the benefits of cross functional collaboration for procurement and also some actionable insights as to how procurement can foster collaboration with other areas of the business. . By supporting the budget holders they can then deliver value to the organisation.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Yet, limited competition in the procurement landscape can be disastrous. Without competitive bidding, prices go up, and the quality of goods and services languishes. Additionally, this lack of diversity in supply chains can lead to overreliance on a few select suppliers.

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ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

By gaining visibility into spending patterns, demand, supplier performance, and supply markets–opportunities will be uncovered. Spend under management: S2P software can help procurement teams better manage the percentage of company spend that is under contract and under management.

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ivalua

MAY 21, 2020

Business today isn’t business as usual, as the COVID-19 pandemic impacts organizations and supply chains across the globe. New leadership skills and traits will be necessary to ensure business continuity, and to inspire teams to work together to support each other and remain productive.

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The Procurement School

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

A RACI (responsible, accountable, consulted, informed) chart is an effective project governance tool so that team members understand their responsibilities and to ensure accountability throughout the procurement process. Tools like the RACI chart, often used by procurement consultants , are invaluable in this phase.

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ivalua

JULY 13, 2022

Michelin Group’s Hélène Vermont joined the discussion to share how applying these practices has propelled her procurement team to emerge as a leader in sustainability a nd Corporate Social Responsibility. In many countries, teams face increasing financial obligations and societal contributions. ESG Objectives for Buyers.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

This includes buying office supplies, building roads or hiring services. It is all a part of supply chain management, making sure the right products and services get to the right place at the right time. Fairness: Equal Opportunity for All Public procurement is built on fair competition.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The sole source justification process is rigorous and requires approval from the organization’s procurement services, with steps including the completion and review of a justification form, internal review and approvals, and adherence to transparency and compliance regulations to manage risks effectively.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 21, 2021

It also increased the efficiency and speed to market for all sourcing users, while providing visibility and ability for procurement professionals in the center-led procurement team to provide strategic support. Our total workforce of 24,000 employees serve 1.9 More information is available at www.fcl.crs and www.co-op.crs.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

MARCH 24, 2025

Aimed primarily at imports from key trading partners, these tariffs are set to significantly affect a wide array of goods, directly highlighting the impact of US tariffs on UK supply chains. For procurement professionals, this development presents new challenges in cost management, supplier relationships, and regulatory compliance.

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Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 12, 2025

Keep your procurement team informed and compliant. Ethical Procurement Public sector buyers want fairness, transparency, and responsible sourcing. Treat your supply chain partners and subcontractors fairly and align with the National Procurement Policy Statement. Youll need rock-solid security.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

GSA will continue to provide updates on the new TDR fields and Data Quality Initiatives through its monthly MAS office hours , quarterly MAS Newsletters and posts in GSAs MAS Interact community. She also shares her views on effective leadership, offering insights into what makes leadership successful in the procurement field.

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