SIG Speaks

OCTOBER 12, 2023

SIG University Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program graduate Lauren Redden shares an excellent essay on the power of AI to transform the smart sourcing industry, in balance with the potential risks that companies must evaluate in employing more intelligent automation into their processes.

Sourcing 40

Sourcing Strategic Sourcing Outsourcing Regulations 40

Groove Technology

MAY 25, 2023

Inefficient data integration can lead to silos, duplication, and errors, hindering collaboration and decision-making across departments. With MuleSoft, businesses can streamline their operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency by seamlessly integrating their data and applications.

Management 100

Management Supply Chain Management Sourcing Collaborations 100

Groove Technology

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

The use of managed services not only helps businesses reduce costs but also provides them with access to specialized expertise and resources that may not be available in-house. Businesses will be able to leverage AI-powered tools and platforms to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the overall quality of their IT services.

IT Outsourcing 130

IT Outsourcing Outsourcing Robotics Process Automation Nearshoring 130

Groove Technology

JUNE 15, 2023

The process typically involves the following steps: Requirement Identification : The client collaborates with the outstaffing company to define their project requirements, including the desired skills, experience, and timeline.

E-Commerce 130

E-Commerce Flexibility Collaborations Healthcare 130

Obobo

MARCH 23, 2023

For companies looking to reduce costs, procurement is often one of the first places they look. Cost reduction during procurement processes can be accomplished through various strategies that range from the short-term to medium and long-term goals. Short-term Cost Reduction Strategies Short-term Cost Reduction Strategies: 1.

Reduced Costs 52

Reduced Costs Inventory Management Automation Sourcing 52

Neo Group

JUNE 2, 2020

Opportunity to learn how resilient Sourcing Leaders will plan for recovery in a crisis that is unprecedented and far from over. NEW YORK, NY, June 2, 2020 – Neo Group , the leader in global Sourcing Advisory, and IAOP , the global sourcing association, announced the results of the Global Sourcing Impact and Response to COVID-19 Survey.

Global Sourcing Advisory 40

Global Sourcing Advisory Sourcing Advisory Service 40

Groove Technology

JULY 27, 2023

With a rapidly growing demand for custom software development, outsourcing has proven to be a game-changer for companies looking to expand their technical capabilities, reduce costs, and accelerate time-to-market. Take your time, ask for recommendations, and conduct interviews to ensure a seamless collaboration.

Software 100

Software Outsourcing Right-Sizing Flexibility 100

IBM Services

JANUARY 16, 2024

A finely tuned product development strategy is a holistic, cross-collaborative endeavor with the capacity to help any organization weather unforeseen events or market changes. During this phase, cross-collaborative efforts should focus on ideation and iteration. Why is a strong product development strategy important?

Engineering 85

Engineering Manufacturing Collaborations Research 85

Perficient Digital Transformation

MARCH 12, 2024

These trends signify a broader shift towards data-driven approaches that not only enhance patient care but also optimize costs within the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. Collaborative analytics platforms enable plan sponsors and clinicians to work together on data analysis and decision-making.

Management 52

Management Healthcare Analytics Reduced Costs 52

IBM Services

DECEMBER 18, 2023

One of the largest sources of data is all around us—that is, geospatial data. A technical-based solution built by the Plan21 Foundation and IBM shows how insights from a variety of sources, including weather and agronomic data, helps farmers better adapt to climate change. Read more about the initiative here.

Government 108

Government Sourcing Efficiency Reduced Costs 108

Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Perficient colleague Jonathan Crockett , director of mobile solutions, was quoted in the recent Forrester report Pinpoint The Costs When Sourcing A Modern Mobile App. In the report, Forrester examines the many factors which impact the cost of developing mobile applications and provides guidance for reducing cost and development time.

Reduced Costs 64

Reduced Costs Collaborations Research Sourcing 64

Magellan Solutions

JULY 21, 2023

Moreover, it reduces costs and streamlines operations. Businesses can utilize the convenience and flexibility of the cloud to do the following: Access critical resources Collaborate seamlessly Store data securely It boosts productivity and makes remote work arrangements and scaling possible.

Outsourcing 94

Outsourcing Cybersecurity Robotics Process Automation Supply Chain Management 94

Groove Technology

AUGUST 1, 2023

The process of finding and hiring an external team The process of finding and hiring an external team typically involves several steps and considerations to ensure a successful collaboration. Identify potential sources: Look for potential external teams through various channels. This approach provides several benefits.

Outsourcing 100

Outsourcing Collaborations Research Offshoring 100

Everest Group

AUGUST 29, 2022

They realize data will help them identify ways to improve the experience and lower contact volumes, ultimately improving customer satisfaction and reducing cost. Competitors are unlikely to share their plans, and opportunities to collaborate with peer CX leaders in non-competing firms are scarce.

Reduced Costs 78

Reduced Costs Analytics Impact Sourcing Outsourcing 78

Neo Group

JUNE 30, 2022

Neo Group releases a report featuring assessment of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) adoption across select IT & Business Service Providers in a first of its kind ESG Adoption Survey in collaboration with IAOP and GSA-UK. Established with the vision of “Talent Without Borders”, Neo founded the global sourcing advisory space.

Co-Sourcing 52

Co-Sourcing Global Sourcing Advisory Service Sourcing 52

Neo Group

JUNE 29, 2022

Neo Group releases a report featuring assessment of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) adoption across select IT & Business Service Providers in a first of its kind ESG Adoption Survey in collaboration with IAOP and GSA-UK. Established with the vision of “Talent Without Borders”, Neo founded the global sourcing advisory space.

Co-Sourcing 52

Co-Sourcing Global Sourcing Advisory Service Sourcing 52

Everest Group

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Learn insights from our latest survey on enterprise readiness for gen AI adoption and how collaborating with providers can help overcome the major obstacles. These tools enhance productivity, reduce response times, and enable agents to focus on more complex and value-added tasks.

Management 64

Management Out-Tasking Efficiency Outsourcing 64

Infosys Consulting

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The cloud provides a secure and scalable environment for fabless firms to automate processes, apply advanced tools, and adopt a collaborative approach to reduce costs as well as turnaround times for bespoke chipsets. Semiconductor enterprises need to design chips that are highly reliable and efficient.

Design 52

Design Co-Sourcing Collaborations Analytics 52

Everest Group

JUNE 16, 2023

Read on to learn about six benefits of supplier diversity that sourcing and procurement professionals should take advantage of. For many sourcing organizations, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations have become more visible criteria in selecting strategic suppliers.

Outsourcing 52

Outsourcing Service Government Sourcing 52

IBM Services

APRIL 25, 2024

Benefits: Improved efficiency Reduced cost Enhanced transparency Customer relationship management (CRM) BPR is a pivotal strategy for organizations that want to overhaul their customer relationship management (CRM) processes. This can enable significant cost savings and improve profitability.

Supply Chain Management 56

Supply Chain Management Finance Human Resources Robotics Process Automation 56

IBM Business Partners

JUNE 8, 2023

One such collaboration exists between IBM and The Reef Company. Collaborating for coral reef restoration IBM and The Reef Company have recently joined forces signing a joint initiative agreement aimed at bolstering their ocean conservation endeavors. We also know that building a more sustainable world will require strong partnerships.

Engineering 86

Engineering Collaborations Efficiency Research 86

Planergy Software

MAY 5, 2022

How strategic sourcing, cost management, and cost avoidance strategies can be applied to indirect spend. Procurement Strategic Sourcing. You can do it by negotiating favorable terms and promoting collaboration with cross-functional teams. No longer can strategic sourcing be just in time and just in case.

Strategic Sourcing 59

Strategic Sourcing Sourcing Reduced Costs Supply Chain Management 59

Obobo

JULY 27, 2022

A successful collaboration requires a thorough understanding of every aspect of the supplier. Procure-to-pay and source-to-contract are the two primary procurement cycles that are consolidated in supplier lifecycle management. Developing a stronger relationship with suppliers is achieved through collaboration.

Management 52

Management Risk Management Risk Management Collaborations 52

Obobo

JULY 12, 2022

A successful collaboration requires a thorough understanding of every aspect of the supplier. Procure-to-pay and source-to-contract are the two primary procurement cycles that are consolidated in supplier lifecycle management. Developing a stronger relationship with suppliers is achieved through collaboration.

Management 52

Management Risk Management Risk Management Collaborations 52

IBM Services

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The AWS-IBM partnership is a symphony of strengths The collaboration between IBM and AWS is more than just a tactical alliance; it’s a symphony of strengths. The retailer uses these insights to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs and enhance efficiency.

Analytics 87

Analytics Retail Insurance Streamline Operations 87

Obobo

JANUARY 25, 2023

eSourcing – The Ultimate Guide to eSourcing Software Introduction to eSourcing eSourcing software is a tool that streamlines the process of sourcing and procuring products and services from suppliers. The benefits of eSourcing make it an essential tool for any organization that sources products or services from suppliers.

Software 40

Software Sourcing Right-Sizing Out-Tasking 40

Everest Group

MARCH 19, 2024

Instead, they should embrace quantum computing as a service that provides multiple benefits, such as scalability, elasticity, reduced costs, and increased accessibility. Providers can collaborate with enterprises on R&D initiatives and develop custom algorithms and applications tailored to their business needs.

Supply Chain Management 59

Supply Chain Management Research Collaborations Reduced Costs 59

Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Companies should prioritize collaborative planning. We work with you to build supply chain core competencies and identify initiatives that align with your corporate strategy, streamline operations, and reduce costs. Strategic sourcing and spend control. We can help modernize and mature your end-to-end supply chain.

Supply Chain Management 69

Supply Chain Management E-Commerce Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing 69

Perficient Digital Transformation

MARCH 21, 2023

You no longer need to spend valuable time, allocate resources, or spend money to source, interview, and hire resources. Strong Balance of Hard and Soft Skills It has become somewhat easier this year to source candidates who are fairly technically qualified on paper.

Project Outsourcing 64

Project Outsourcing Software Outsourcing Sourcing 64

Obobo

DECEMBER 20, 2022

It’s an efficient way for businesses to streamline the procurement and sourcing process , as well as ensure compliance with regulations. A supplier management system can improve communication between buyers and suppliers by providing a central platform for collaboration. Reduced costs. Access to real-time data.

Management 52

Management Reduced Costs Efficiency Out-Tasking 52

IBM Services

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The seamless collaboration facilitated by joint sessions and several hands-on immersive workshops, enriched by with the wealth of industry experience brought in by eSec Forte and IBM, played a pivotal role in the successful deployment of the Security Operations Center (SOC).

Cybersecurity 75

Cybersecurity Regulations Sourcing Streamline Operations 75

Paysquare

AUGUST 7, 2023

Overall, outsourcing accounts is significant as it enables businesses to streamline operations, reduce costs, access specialized skills and maintain compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Evaluate their technological capabilities, security protocols, and communication channels to ensure smooth collaboration.

Accounting 52

Accounting Outsourcing Collaborations Out-Tasking 52

Obobo

JANUARY 13, 2023

Supply chain savings is one such concept, an area of study that can help businesses streamline their operations and reduce costs. In this blog post, we’ll explore the definition of supply chain savings, how it works, and how businesses can use it to reduce their costs and maximize profits.

Inventory Management 40

Inventory Management Reduced Costs Efficiency Sourcing 40

Planergy Software

AUGUST 16, 2022

Supplier Development Goals Supplier development goals are typically to increase quality, reduce costs, shorten lead times, and improve delivery performance. Assess Supplier Capabilities When sourcing suppliers for goods and services, it is important to assess their capabilities in order to gain a competitive advantage.

Management 52

Management Supply Chain Management Reduced Costs Finance 52

Neo Group

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Since 1999, Neo Group has collaborated with Global 2000 enterprises, empowering them to build new capabilities and generate rapid savings by leveraging global talent, analytics and automation.

Government 52

Government Co-Sourcing Advisory Regulations 52

Premier BPO

MARCH 29, 2023

Shared Services and Outsourcing Week (SSOW) is the industry’s leading collaborative event that brings together professionals, leaders, and experts from various industries and backgrounds to share their best practices every year. The week featured prize-winning speakers and Global Business Services giants.

Shared Services 40

Shared Services Co-Sourcing Service BPO 40

Amzur

JANUARY 10, 2024

With the proliferation of data and technological maturity across industries, AI implementation has become a lynchpin in bringing new levels of automation, consistency, scalability, and reduced costs. Even the early adopters or tech giants report a mix of internal and external sourcing. It takes up a lot of your work day.

Data Entry 105

Data Entry Right-Sizing Robotics Process Automation Automation 105