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Fancy strategies are all well and good but stakeholder relationships are the place to start
Fancy strategies are all well and good but stakeholder relationships are the place to start
The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism directive and the growth of ‘oligons’ will drive continued supply chain redesign
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There’s work for CPOs and their teams to do in order for the ‘magic’ of AI to happen
Taking time to clarify your team’s purpose is a powerful – and valuable – task
Maastricht University’s Robert Suurmond explains why procurement teams should think about both the timing and the extent of vendors’ involvement
Focusing on the value-add opportunities will help CPOs to capitalise fully on the disruptive promise of AI
Although companies are clear on the importance of sustainability, what is less clear is which function should take the lead
As procurement’s remit grows and businesses place more demands on the function, CPOs are assessing – and reassessing – their operating models
CPOs must take a lead on encouraging industry collaboration if they are to drive progress on sustainability
Why extending the CPO remit could shift corporate thinking and unlock new sources of long-term value
While culture may be difficult to get right, it’s an important enabler of outstanding performance
Delivering on ESG requires system-level changes. Is your function up to the challenge?
It’s during times of uncertainty and disruption that procurement chiefs truly appreciate the value of trusted relationships
In association with SAP: Discover the actions and capabilities that are enabling leading organisations to improve supply chain visibility
Despite the macroeconomic and geopolitical gloom, procurement
provides reasons for optimism
Procurement can play a pivotal role in helping to find solutions to societal challenges
Although working with suppliers can be challenging, procurement teams that build trusted relationships can reap the rewards
AI offers CPOs a unique opportunity – one that leaders must begin to factor into their long-term digitalisation roadmaps
With global supply chains facing further uncertainty and disruption as many container ships are diverted around southern Africa, Procurement Leaders assesses the situation
The deputy CPO at dsm firmenich offers his views on the importance of ESG, revisiting operating models and procurement as a breeding ground for talent
In partnership with GEP: Insights into the long-term technological, geopolitical and ESG trends that will impact procurement teams this decade
Procurement Leaders’ Strategic Planning Guide 2024 reveals the steps leaders should take to unlock improved procurement performance