Planergy Software

AUGUST 8, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Organizations are constantly exploring new procurement methods to create a more strategic procurement strategy and ensure competitive procurement. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend.

Sourcing 52

Sourcing Strategic Sourcing Finance Automation 52

SIG Speaks

OCTOBER 26, 2023

SIG University Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program graduate Prateek Jindal describes how the course helped him and his team increase value from improving their strategic sourcing strategies on down through your category playbook.

Strategic Sourcing 40

Strategic Sourcing Management Facilities Management Sourcing 40

SIG Speaks

AUGUST 3, 2023

SIG University Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program graduate Aaron Eleazer shares how the advancements of AI technology provide an exciting and innovative space that has an important place in how business is done and improved upon and also shares the concerns associated with it.

Strategic Sourcing 40

Strategic Sourcing Analytics Retail Sourcing 40

Sourcing Advisors Group

OCTOBER 27, 2020

The growing approved supplier base and decreasing supplier visibility will further deteriorate what is already a bleak performance of most Strategic Sourcing teams. In fact, most firms generate no Strategic Sourcing bottom-line results, as Vendor Spending is increasing as fast, or faster, than Revenue growth.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Risk Management Efficiency Strategic Sourcing 52

Sourcing Advisors Group

JULY 15, 2020

Upskill Procurement’s Strategic Sourcing Expertise. It is no secret that most Procurement teams lack Strategic Sourcing expertise. Unfortunately, this example is not an exception and it goes a long way to explaining why most firms are unable to generate any Strategic Sourcing financial results.

Strategic Sourcing 52

Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Analytics Management 52

SIG Speaks

MAY 6, 2022

In this article, we hear takeaways from a recent CPO Rountable discussion from Michael Koontz, VP, Strategic Sourcing & Business Leader for American Tire Distributors (ATD) Sourcing Solutions. Enter ATD Sourcing Solutions. I think you will find his approach to battling inflation innovative and unique.

E-Commerce 40

E-Commerce Strategic Sourcing Retail Sourcing 40

SIG Speaks

APRIL 6, 2023

SIG University Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program graduate Andy Jacobs shares how important it is to understand spend analysis by assessing your suppliers and stakeholders. In that time, I have been involved in dozens of sourcing reviews. We, too frequently, will ask one person to start sourcing review.

Strategic Sourcing 40

Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Analytics Sales 40

SIG Speaks

DECEMBER 13, 2022

In the future of advanced crowdsourcing for procurement, leaders will increasingly source ideas from resources with more diverse skill sets. ProcureAbility predicts that by 2030, strategic sourcing will take no longer than two weeks, thanks to cognitive computing. The first is advanced crowdsourcing. learn more.

Cybersecurity 40

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IBM Services

DECEMBER 13, 2023

It can nurture collaborative partnerships with suppliers and integrate ethical and environmental (green purchasing) considerations into the sourcing strategy. It should be a strategic roadmap that, when effectively designed and implemented, aligns with the mission of the organization and greatly contributes to its success.

Administrative 70

Administrative Sourcing Collaborations Strategic Sourcing 70

SIG Speaks

AUGUST 31, 2023

SIG University Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program graduate Andy Perkins highlights the key foundation for driving excellence between supplier and client in the new market we live in. This occurs by automating processes, whitelisting suppliers, improving data analytics for pricing verification, etc.

Collaborations 40

Collaborations Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Efficiency 40

SIG Speaks

MAY 10, 2022

SIG University Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program graduate Patrick Fifer shares how important it is to manage your direct stakeholder relationships in the sourcing world. Throughout the Certified Sourcing Professional program, stakeholder management was a critical aspect interwoven throughout the lessons.

Management 40

Management Third Party Contracting Strategic Sourcing Human Resources 40

SIG Speaks

JULY 1, 2022

In other words, in the world of procurement and strategic sourcing, the importance of resilient supply chains has been a point of discussion for some time. Of course, even redesigning our supply chains to create redundancies, such as establishing alternative sources, may be little more than a stop-gap solution.

Supply Chain Management 40

Supply Chain Management Strategic Sourcing Engineering Sourcing 40

Sarah Holliman

AUGUST 30, 2017

If you are equally confused by the term, hopefully this analysis will benefit you as well…because rest assured, you WILL need to understand it—especially if you work in sourcing, outsourcing or supply chain as the potential is unlimited. Kearney Procurement & Analytic Solutions unit. She also spent five years at A.T.

Banking 130

Banking Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Outsourcing 130

SIG Speaks

APRIL 14, 2022

The paper then goes on to say that “the teams that should collaborate most directly are those focused on strategic sourcing and procure-to-pay.” The author then adds that "a successful source-to-settle workflow must look at the entire ecosystem that connects sourcing and procurement to accounts payable and treasury.".

Finance 40

Finance Co-Sourcing Sourcing Strategic Sourcing 40

Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Supply chain performance and analytics. Strategic sourcing and spend control. Supply chain transformation opportunities include: Supply chain strategy and organizational effectiveness. Technology and data enablement. Procure-to-pay process improvement. Cycle time reduction. Inventory and materials-management.

Supply Chain Management 69

Supply Chain Management E-Commerce Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing 69

Planergy Software

MARCH 29, 2022

It’s almost impossible for business leaders to make decisions based on myriad data sources until the big data is converted into relevant information and then actionable insights. The goals should align with the company’s strategic priorities. Every user will have different expectations from the data analytics activity.

Analytics 52

Analytics Accounting Finance Strategic Sourcing 52

Planergy Software

MARCH 2, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. The process of tail spend analysis involves analyzing data from various sources, including supplier invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and other financial documents. This can make it difficult to track and manage.

Strategic Sourcing 52

Strategic Sourcing Reduced Costs Sourcing Efficiency 52

Everest Group

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Everest Group is a research firm focused exclusively on IT, business process, and engineering services – this specialization results in a depth of expertise that our clients find invaluable when making critical, strategic decisions related to their use and delivery of sourcing services. Global sourcing advisory firms.

Global Sourcing Advisory 40

Global Sourcing Advisory BPO Advisory Strategic Sourcing 40

Obobo

MARCH 23, 2023

Finally, long-term strategies may include the development of partnerships with suppliers and even the implementation of strategic sourcing. Implement strategic sourcing by establishing a long-term plan that balances costs, risks, and benefits. – Use predictive analytics to forecast future demand and price trends.

Reduced Costs 52

Reduced Costs Inventory Management Automation Sourcing 52

SIG Speaks

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Procurement leaders have emerged from the pandemic stronger and smarter thanks to the recent development of next-gen tools such as AI and automation to support strategic goals and build resilient organizations.

Strategic Sourcing 40

Strategic Sourcing Finance Sourcing Analytics 40

Planergy Software

DECEMBER 25, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. These tasks require dealing with multiple data sources, assumptions, scenarios, and stakeholders, all while facing tight deadlines, changing expectations, and market volatility.

Finance 52

Finance Software Automation Analytics 52

SIG Speaks

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Procurement leaders can come out of the pandemic stronger by leveraging next-gen tools such as analytics, artificial intelligence, and automation. Connecting the Dots Between ESG Objectives and Source-to-Pay Processes. Digital Disruption in Sourcing and Procurement. learn more. . . learn more. . . learn more. . .

Co-Sourcing 40

Co-Sourcing Facilities Management Sourcing Analytics 40

Everest Group

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

The role is market-facing and focuses on helping clients maximize the value from their technology and sourcing decisions. The candidate will work with: Leading buy-side enterprises on various aspects of sourcing, supplier selection, and technology investments. Key responsibilities. Required skills.

Global Sourcing Advisory 40

Global Sourcing Advisory Research Advisory Strategic Sourcing 40

Obobo

MARCH 30, 2023

Procurement cost savings refer to the savings achieved through strategic sourcing , negotiation, and reducing excess spending in procurement. These reports can be broadly categorized into three categories: compliance reports, cost savings reports, and spend analytics reports. What are the Benefits of Procurement Cost Savings?

Analytics 40

Analytics Reduced Costs Strategic Sourcing Software 40

SIG Speaks

DECEMBER 28, 2021

SIG University Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program graduate Tom Conti shares the four crucial areas to turn your tactical RPA initiative into a strategic Intelligent Process Automation program. Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is an excellent method to find the source of process inefficiency. learn more. .

Automation 40

Automation Robotics Process Automation Strategic Sourcing Sourcing 40

The Hackett Group

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The Hackett Group (NASDAQ: HCKT) is an intellectual property-based strategic consultancy and leading enterprise benchmarking and best practices digital transformation firm to global companies, with offerings that include cloud ERP, EPM and analytics implementation.

Pharmaceuticals 97

Pharmaceuticals Information Technology Global Business Services Finance 97

SIG Speaks

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Cathy career has demonstrated hands-on leader with outstanding analytical and communication skills in providing key information across all levels of the organization. Skilled in developing and implementing internal processes that consistently improve business organization and productivity.

Government 40

Government Retail Banking Strategic Sourcing 40

Planergy Software

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

They need to understand emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, and robotic process automation. It improves data quality, which in turn improves the strategic utility of analytics, forecasting, reporting, and decision-making. Consequently, today’s CFOs need new skill sets and talents.

Finance 97

Finance Collaborations Flexibility Robotics Process Automation 97

Planergy Software

MARCH 25, 2022

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. The accounting software integration also ensures that you can manage the entire Source-to-Pay lifecycle. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. Download Free Copy.

Management 52

Management Strategic Sourcing Accounting Right-Sizing 52

Planergy Software

JANUARY 19, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. While the main goal is to reduce costs and improve sourcing, it can also help improve supplier relationships, giving your organization a competitive advantage. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend.

Supply Chain Management 52

Supply Chain Management Reduced Costs Robotics Process Automation Analytics 52

The Hackett Group

AUGUST 10, 2021

Digital Awards – In early July, The Hackett Group announced the winners of its 2021 Digital Awards , which spotlight companies that are on the cutting edge of using digital transformation solutions, including automation, advanced analytics, and AI to hyper-automate end-to-end business operations.

Research 52

Research Analytics Sales Finance 52

NoonDalton

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

This economic system goes beyond sustainability; it aims to renew and revitalize its own sources of energy and materials. A leading retailer that utilizes AI-driven analytics to minimize data processing waste, ensuring optimal resource allocation in sales support.

Outsourcing 52

Outsourcing Accounting Regulations Strategic Sourcing 52

Everest Group

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Most companies lack the analytical tools to completely integrate and analyze data from various systems at all levels – from the plant’s local work centers to the world’s end-to-end supply chain. As a result, the massive data generated during the pandemic provided little usable information and insights.

Pharmaceuticals 52

Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing Regulations 52

Planergy Software

JULY 5, 2022

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Only 20% said their organizations use sustainability measures as primary criteria and sourcing decisions and supplier reviews. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend. Download Free Copy. Written by.

Supply Chain Management 52

Supply Chain Management Sourcing Manufacturing Finance 52

Obobo

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Use data analytics. Data analytics can help you identify trends and patterns that can lead to cost savings opportunities. Sourcing from low-cost countries: Another way to avoid costs is to source goods and services from countries where labor and materials are relatively inexpensive. Streamline your processes.

Automation 52

Automation Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Analytics 52

Planergy Software

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Customizable policy enforcement and approval workflows help ensure compliance with company policies, while detailed analytics and insights into travel spending enable you to make informed decisions about your travel program.

Management 52

Management Right-Sizing Software Finance 52

Planergy Software

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. For businesses, a dedicated spend management software , like Planergy, with automated spend analytics and drill down reporting makes this much easier. How to gain visibility and control of your indirect spend.

Finance 52

Finance Insurance Software Management 52