procurementsoftware.site/cap… Good summary on "The value of digital platforms in managing non-strategic spend, and how this relates to risk management."

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William Bain, head of trade policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said there was an “improving picture but it is patchy among different sectors, and certainly for SMEs the burden is particularly high”. Lack of automation perhaps adding to stress? cips.org/supply-management/n…

From a recent Dnb report: ‘Herein lies the invaluable role of data, with the granular and timely insights it delivers proving pivotal to establishing more resilient supply chains and a competitive advantage’. claritum.com/features/spend-…

"Supplier engagement is a key mechanism to affect impactful emissions reduction" I liked this article, as it highlighted the need to exchange relevant and up to date documentation. futureofsourcing.com/how-to-…

Web to Print is a key capability for any automation of print supply activity. Claritum remains a leader in automation of Print buying and selling processes. claritum.com/features/web-to…

Challenges of adopting a traditional approach to procurement...claritum.com/r/article/chall…

Stating the key reasons why your solution is worth considering is important for any desktop research activity. Here at Claritum we have a page dedicated to Why. claritum.com/suitability/why…

Procurement teams are second only to operations in managing change in their organisations, according to RS Components' 2022 Indirect Procurement Report. Adaptable workflows help immensely when automating and trying to be flexible towards your stakeholders. bit.ly/3SuzLAF

26% of financial employees do not have sufficient digital skills according to the 2030 Workforce Report. I suspect this includes Procurement teams and has driven the need for more effective help systems relevant to the use with Claritum's solution. bit.ly/3SlixG5

This is one way to secure your packaging needs. However, if you are not that large a group, automating interactions can help establish strong supplier links. Lidl owner secures packaging supplies by purchasing paper mill bit.ly/3BvRvEQ

"It's not easy, and it takes a lot of hard work" Andrew Newnham CIPS article.I agree with the sentiments of the article to get the basics right and deliver on key Procurement tasks, before you try to add additional value. bit.ly/3BOoBQv

Article covering the approach to procuring promotional products. bit.ly/3qH8EGA

Technology can drive transformation. You just have to find a supplier who can engage with your organisation to assist you to make this happen. Plus, you need to invest in time as well as technology to make it a success.

Without clear and accurate data, that is gathered during the procurement lifecycle of a product or service you cannot build and improve. Take a look at how deep Claritum is able to go. bit.ly/3U6NajD

"More and more organisations are procuring new digital platforms, software, and other various technologies at a rate much higher than ever before, due to the pandemic." Prudential Financial's Director, Chad Galvez (bit.ly/3DkuEP6)

Good procurement practices help both parties, buyer and seller, achieve their objectives. bit.ly/3B9Zh7c

‘Only 46% of manufacturers now say they expect output to rise in the next 12 months’ Focus on managing costs is ever more important. cips.org/supply-management/n…

Ordering the wrong items or quantities can lead to serious downstream issues within your organisation. Automation is essential to ensure mistakes are not made and it is essential to build processes around your systems and cross checks within your systems. claritum.com/features/procur…

The Supply Chain Ministerial Forum has identified four principles for global supply: transparency, diversification, security and sustainability. How are you managing your supplier documentation on these principles? Welcome to BRIGHT by Claritum bit.ly/3RYUcpN