Progress moves in one direction only, and procurement executives should be realistic about what the future holds for current jobs
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Progress moves in one direction only, and procurement executives should be realistic about what the future holds for current jobs
How organisations choose to manage their digitally transformed procurement teams
As data and analytics become more important, procurement must strike a balance between technical and soft skills
With talent an increasingly pressing concern for CPOs, hiring capable staff from elsewhere in the business has an obvious appeal. But how do hiring managers find and win over candidates?
A trade-deal vacuum between the UK and the rest of the world could disrupt international supply chains in the event of a ’no-deal’ Brexit
While many functions aspire to a complete digital supplier engagement system, digitising even part of the process can yield rewards
As advances in smart technologies continue to gain traction, what is the scale of the opportunity for procurement teams to apply digital technology in future?
CPOs are keen to move beyond cost savings, but their hands are likely to forever remain tied by traditional measures of performance
Transitioning to a management role is a challenge for many young procurement professionals. Building a core set of soft skills and finding a supportive mentor will help buyers to make the step up
Procurement teams are using their expertise to earn revenue for the business and help add value to their customers
An entrepreneurial spirit in which closer, more productive ties are built with suppliers may help procurement executives develop both their functions and their careers
Drones have potential to ease the problems associated with last-mile logistics, but don’t expect them to fill the skies yet
Blockchain is proving its worth as one of the most effective technologies for improving transparency, offering a faster and more secure means of monitoring goods and transactions