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Perched at the intersection of spend, supply and strategy, procurement is so much more than just a tool to keep costs low. It directly influences how money is spent, maintains a robust supplier base and ensures compliance with internal policies and…
If you’ve spent any time in procurement circles lately, you’ve probably heard the terms robotic process automation (RPA) and artificial intelligence (AI) thrown around like they’re interchangeable. Spoiler: They’re not. Understanding how they differ…
Being in procurement these days can feel like you’re Sisyphus heaving a huge rock up a mountain but never able to reach the summit. You push and strain to reduce your company’s costs, but outdated tools and shrinking budgets always keep you from…
Corporate fraud is a growing problem affecting businesses of all sizes and across all sectors. According to Trustpair, 96% of businesses experienced at least one fraud attempt in 2023. Fraud comes with high costs — not just financially, but also in…
In a global market, supplier management has become strategic lever for companies. Having a structured vendor list is crucial to ensuring quality and continuity in the supply chain. Despite it’s name, an approved vendor list is more than just a list…
Choosing the right suppliers isn’t just about getting a good price, it’s about building the foundation of a resilient, sustainable supply chain that can support your business goals over time.For a Chief Procurement Officer CPO, defining a…
The world is turning up the heat on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting – and businesses can’t afford to ignore the shift. With regulations tightening across the globe, companies must step up, measure their carbon footprints and report…
Esker’s transformation from a Niche player to a Challenger in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Source-to-Pay Suites was a climb, not a leap. And every step in that ascent was guided by customer feedback and strategic innovation. Since we were…
If you have a long driveway full of snow you need to clear, would you rather use a shovel or a large snow blower? I’m guessing you’d opt for the snow blower. Because why do something manually when there’s a tool that does it better and faster?…
Contract renewals are like brakes — they may not be sexy, but boy, are they important. And just like brakes slow down your car, contract renewal time is a chance to sit down and reexamine your supplier contracts to determine if they’re still meeting…