Procurement is more than negotiating contracts or managing supplier relationships—it's about effective communication, skillful unification, and competence in action. Recently, I had the opportunity to explore insights from a seasoned expert whose decades of experience offer valuable lessons for professionals in our field. “The great effect of human activity is really not 10%, which is […]
Procurement has long been viewed as a transactional function—focused on sourcing, negotiating, and ensuring compliance. But as markets continue to shift under the weight of global disruption, resource constraints, and supply chain risks, procurement leaders are stepping into a more visible and strategic role. This shift was front and center in a recent conversation with […]
In today’s increasingly conscious business world, procurement is no longer just about cost savings—it’s about creating long-term value for companies, suppliers, and the planet. In a recent discussion on the Procurement Board, experts Bertrand Maltaverne of Vienna and Tomáš Veit of Asahi Group of Breweries shared their insights on sustainable procurement, KPIs, and strategic integration […]
“The best solution to achieve the best price is still a well-established competition.”This quote, shared at the close of a presentation on Slovakia’s national benchmarking initiative, captures both the promise and the limitations of benchmark pricing in public procurement. For procurement professionals, benchmarking can be a powerful tool to drive transparency, efficiency, and cost savings—but […]
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