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5 Ways Automation Makes R+D Procurement Departments More Effective
In companies with a research and development (R&D) department, R&D often has very specific procurement needs. Getting R&D and procurement working together effectively can be a challenge, though. A breakdown in communication between the two departments can result in misunderstandings, […]
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How Does T&E Fit in With Procure-to-Pay Software?
When discussing how to manage spend in the procure-to-pay process, we often think of spend management as involving budgeting, procurement, accounts payable, and payment. But there’s another key department involved in spend management: travel and expense (T&E). Much like procurement, […]
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Improve Supplier Relationships with Procurement KPI Tracking
Improve Supplier Relationships with Procurement KPI Tracking With the current state of the economy, tracking and analyzing spend is more important than ever before. To accurately assess the whole procure-to-pay cycle, your company needs to identify Key Performance Indicators. Tracking […]
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Slash Costs, Lower Risk: Procurement Automation in 2023
Every company needs procurement. Being able to reliably source needed supplies (everything from printer paper to essential parts) is vital to keeping a business running smoothly. In many companies, though, procurement is a process that’s challenging to manage efficiently. As […]
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Improve Procurement Visibility ASAP: 5 Must-Follow Steps
5 Steps to Improve Procurement Visibility (And Why You Need To Right Now) How is your company’s procurement visibility? If it’s like 69% of companies surveyed in a 2017 study, then you don’t have total visibility into your supply chain […]
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Finally Optimize Your Procurement Workflow Automation
Do you want to optimize your procurement process? The answer is obvious: yes! Every company can benefit from a more streamlined and efficient procurement process. This is especially true now that supply chains can be so unpredictable. Procurement is a […]
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Use BAP Software to Get CapEx Management and Procurement Working Together
Spend and cash flow management are always high on a CFO’s priority list. Because of the implications for finances, purchasing and expense management are typically also a high priority. Managing large-scale expenses typically takes center stage, but everyday expenses also […]
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To Receive or Not To Receive: Inventory Management and Three-Way Matching
Every company needs a way to handle procurement. Whether your company is a small business ordering printer paper and ink, a manufacturer relying on the purchase of materials and parts to do business, or a multi-national corporation handling everything from […]
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Mapping Out the Best P2P Solution for Your Company
When was the last time your organization reevaluated the procure-to-pay (P2P) process? If it’s been a few years—or no one’s ever taken a strategic look at the whole process, then mapping out the best P2P solution for your company can […]
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How Can ERP Integration Help You Manage Purchasing and the Supply Chain?
As companies continue dealing with the business ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain management remains a key concern. Shipment delays, suppliers that can’t deliver, and other supply chain disruptions can have a significant, negative effect on a business. To […]
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Here’s How Category Management Solutions Can Improve Procurement In Your Company
The procurement process can get pretty messy, especially as your organization grows. If your company has a lot of orders going through the procurement department, it’s very easy for things to get disorganized. One way to help combat this problem […]
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What Is The Difference Between Procurement, Purchasing, Sourcing, Purchase Orders, and Requisitions?
As you read about business purchasing and procurement, you’ll start to notice people using several different terms. Words like procurement, purchasing, and sourcing are often used interchangeably. The same goes for the paperwork involved, such as purchase orders and requisitions. […]
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