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Lessons from Procurement Failures: What We Can Learn
Just like every other profession, Procurement, the backbone of organizational supply chains, has its share of success stories and...

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Feb 22, 20253 min read


How To Align Procurement Goals With Organizational Strategy
In recent times as procurement leaders, we are no longer just tasked with cost-saving measures, we are expected to serve as strategic...

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Feb 15, 20252 min read


The Supplier That Surprised Me: How Transparency Can Lead to Unexpected Results
As a procurement professional, I’ve worked with all kinds of suppliers, but one experience forever changed how I view supplier...

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Feb 8, 20252 min read


The Cost of Ignoring Supplier Risk Assessments
Ignoring supplier risk assessment is like gambling with your supply chain and the stakes are high. The cost of disruption, compliance...

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Feb 1, 20252 min read


How to Avoid Common Negotiation Pitfalls
What makes negotiation a handful oftentimes is that it is both an art and a science; requiring thorough preparation, emotional...

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Jan 25, 20252 min read


Top 5 Strategies for Building Supplier Loyalty
Supplier loyalty is not just a feel-good concept in procurement, but also a powerful driver of business success. Loyal suppliers go above...

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Jan 18, 20252 min read


The Role of Procurement in Achieving Sustainable Goals
Procurement is no longer just about sourcing goods and services at the lowest cost, it has become a strategic function that significantly...

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Jan 11, 20252 min read


To Accept Brown Envelope or Not?
Several years ago, a contractor had just won a contract with my organization through a competitive bidding process, and the decision was...

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Jan 4, 20253 min read


Goal-Setting For Procurement Professionals
A new year brings fresh opportunities to elevate your procurement process and performance. As a procurement professional, setting clear...

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Dec 20, 20242 min read


End-of-Year Appraisals: A Procurement Guide
The year is winding down, and it's time to reflect on achievements, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for the future. For...

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Dec 13, 20242 min read
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