Susan Avery

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Starved for resources?

Sustainable procurement now has management's attention. But a recent study finds that executives may not be willing to commit the human and financial resources needed for such programs to succeed.

Susan Avery

Mar 29, 2017

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The window is open for real gains in supplier diversity

Diverse suppliers often have innovative ideas that make them stand out from the crowd. Procurement must use its influence and seek them out.

Susan Avery

Feb 21, 2017

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As minimum wages rise, procurement must be ready to respond

With 21 U.S. states increasing their minimum wages in 2017, expect to see some suppliers asking for a price hike.

Susan Avery

Jan 25, 2017

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Procurement: It's time to automate!

Fintech services can free up time for procurement professionals to focus on more strategic tasks.

Susan Avery

Dec 22, 2016

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Going through a merger? Procurement plays an important role

The procurement department is indispensable when it comes to delivering the savings promised by a corporate merger.

Susan Avery

Nov 22, 2016

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Tackling the tactical with procurement outsourcing

Outsourcing tactical procurement can help companies focus on adding value.

Susan Avery

Oct 24, 2016

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Indirect spending worthy of direct attention

If your procurement organization isn't managing your indirect spend, then you're missing out on a significant source of cost savings.

Susan Avery

Sep 15, 2016

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An ethical supply chain doesn't just happen

An ethical lapse can harm not just a company's reputation but also its bottom line. Chief procurement officers need to make sure they have an ethics policy in place that is up-to-date and well communicated.

Susan Avery

Aug 18, 2016

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Sustainable procurement now has management's attention. But a recent study finds that executives may not be willing to commit the human and financial resources needed for such programs to succeed.

Diverse suppliers often have innovative ideas that make them stand out from the crowd. Procurement must use its influence and seek them out.

With 21 U.S. states increasing their minimum wages in 2017, expect to see some suppliers asking for a price hike.

Fintech services can free up time for procurement professionals to focus on more strategic tasks.

The procurement department is indispensable when it comes to delivering the savings promised by a corporate merger.

Outsourcing tactical procurement can help companies focus on adding value.

If your procurement organization isn't managing your indirect spend, then you're missing out on a significant source of cost savings.

An ethical lapse can harm not just a company's reputation but also its bottom line. Chief procurement officers need to make sure they have an ethics policy in place that is up-to-date and well communicated.