IBM Services

JANUARY 31, 2024

Think of it this way: sourcing is the “who” (the suppliers themselves) and procurement is the “what” (goods and services). The main motivators for outsourcing are cost savings; the flexibility to ramp up or scale back functions and goods or services as needed; and greater access to specific skills or raw materials.

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Sourcing Strategic Sourcing Supply Chain Management Outsourcing 99

NoonDalton

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In the fast-paced world of global commerce, ‘outsourcing’ has often been synonymous with cost-cutting and efficiency—sometimes at the expense of ethical considerations and long-term sustainability. However, a new paradigm is emerging: Ethical Outsourcing. What is Ethical Outsourcing?

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Outsourcing Accounting Regulations Strategic Sourcing 52

Future of Sourcing

JULY 28, 2023

Innovations in Sustainability Dräeger – Using Smart Processes to Create Resilient Supply Chains SAP / DSM - Firmenich – How Royal DSM and SAP Digitalized Global Procurement Processes for Strategic Source-to-Pay Capabilities and Sustainability Safety Projects International, Inc.

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Facilities Management Robotics Process Automation Retail Strategic Sourcing 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. Of course, the ATD Sourcing Solutions group adds value well beyond negotiating a volume discount for goods and services.

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E-Commerce Strategic Sourcing Retail Sourcing 40

Everest Group

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Supply chain visibility, strategic sourcing, cold chain requirements, sustainability demands, and personalized medicine are creating opportunities in the life sciences supply chain for IT partners delivering digital solutions. Read this first part of our blog series to understand the shift that is underway.

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Pharmaceuticals Strategic Sourcing Manufacturing Regulations 52

SIG Speaks

AUGUST 3, 2023

The Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) Program is a 10-week course that focuses on the hard and soft skills of sourcing, including strategic sourcing and outsourcing methodologies, as well as best practices in negotiations.

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Strategic Sourcing Analytics Retail Sourcing 40

SIG Speaks

APRIL 25, 2023

The Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) Program is a 10-week course that focuses on the hard and soft skills of sourcing, including strategic sourcing and outsourcing methodologies, as well as best practices in negotiations.

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