In this recap of the Procurement Leaders webinar, Leveraging AI for Category Management, learn how SAP, a global leader in enterprise software, not only provides cutting-edge procurement solutions but also puts them into practice.
Outside of AI of course, the term I hear most frequently these days when it comes to procurement transformation is orchestration. Procurement orchestration is usually meant to describe an additive collaborative layer connecting processes, tools, and ...
Hello Spend Management Community,We’re excited to let you know that SAP Enterprise Support’s Readiness@Scale team is currently rolling out an update to the Release Navigator for Spend Management, aligned with the upcoming 2505 release.As part of this...
This article dives into the evolving world of e-invoice mandates and regulations, and how SAP Business Network plans on remaining compliant while keeping offering superior value to suppliers.
Streamlining Supplier Onboarding Through Intelligent Document AutomationManual processing of supplier-submitted documents introduces delays, increases the risk of errors, and demands significant administrative effort. This article explores how automa...
In today’s digital age, safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring robust access governance has become paramount for organizations across all industries. The rapid adoption of cloud technologies and regulatory demands necessitate a sophisticated...
We're excited to launch the second year of Spend Savvy, featuring a focused and dynamic program designed to upskill procurement professionals. This year, we introduce three exclusive learning streams tailored to meet the evolving needs of our custome...
SAP Business Network for Supply ChainDiscover the Latest in SAP Business Network for Supply Chain: 2025 Q1 Update. Dive into our newest blog post, "What’s New in SAP Business Network for Supply Chain" for 2025. This article focuses on the exciting fe...
In my latest blog, I reflect on a standout Procurement Leaders session featuring SAP’s own Nouh Abed Assad, who gave an unfiltered look at how SAP is transforming procurement with SAP Ariba Category Management. From strategic alignment to AI-driven i...
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Summary of recently released research
I may have watched too many TV shows with famous TV chefs, not impossible, but now it's time to share the (maybe) secret sauce. Have you ever wondered what makes a perfect procurement strategy? Imagine it as a delicious meal, one that leaves everyone...
Monthly summary of recent procurement and EWF research reports
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Dear everyone,Given the date, I became curious about what has been written and predicted about next year, 2025, in terms of Procurement. I found some inspiration from 2-3 sources, which might have originated elsewhere (?), and decided to put it into ...
According to IDC and McKinsey, Generative AI will have a transformative impact across the operations value chain, and CPOs who engage with it can capture early value from the power of Large Language Models.Leveraging automation and AI improves the en...
What if every purchase you made contributed to a healthier planet and fairer society? Companies are turning this vision into reality by adopting sustainable and ethical procurement practices. These choices not only benefit the environment but also en...
Monthly blog covering all things procurement research and articles
Monthly summary of procurement research, articles and reports.
This monthly research blog covering interesting research, whitepapers and webinars across procurement. Used to be called The Procurement Monthly and have no evolved it to Spend Trends!
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Each month ill be sharing my take on the most recent research into procurement and external workforce. Thoughts are my own, and always happy to have a discussion!
Supplier References .. a program aimed at building professional rapport with suppliers transacting on SAP Business Network.#SLIThoughtLeadership
Eveready: Powering the procurement function with SAP Ariba and SAP Business Network Commerce Automation
Supplier References .. a program aimed at building professional rapport with suppliers transacting on SAP Business Network.#SLIThoughtLeadership
Supplier References .. a program aimed at building professional rapport with suppliers transacting on SAP Business Network.#SLIThoughtLeadership
Supplier References .. a program aimed at building professional rapport with suppliers transacting on SAP Business Network.#SLIThoughtLeadership
Supplier References .. a program aimed at building professional rapport with suppliers transacting on SAP Business Network.#SLIThoughtLeadership
Are you ready to revolutionize your procurement process and make smarter, faster, and more strategic decisions? Discover the power of cognitive procurement, where artificial intelligence and data analytics come together to optimize sourcing, negotiat...
Each month i review the recent procurement and external workforce research. Ill summarise, draw connections and references to other research. Views are all my own! Reach out to discuss further.
The purpose of this post is to highlight the topic of Sustainability for discussions. It provides brief introduction of the subject, touches upon the Sustainability solutions from SAP and provides high level inputs & resources around Sustainable Proc...
SAP Ariba Central Invoice Management, inbound processing module on SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) is an invoice management solution seamlessly integrated with S/4HANA Cloud, public edition. In order to support AP accountants in their daily wo...
Each month ill be reviewing the latest procurement and external workforce research, summarising and considering what this could mean for the future of procurement.
Product genealogy and compliance refers to the ability to trace the entire history and lineage of a product, from its inception to its current state. This includes tracking every component, process, and location involved in its production, assembly, ...
SAP Business Network for Logistics (formerly known as SAP LBN, SAP Logistics Business Network) is a carrier collaboration solution for the end-to-end freight ordering process between shippers, carriers, freight forwarders and logistics service provid...
Dive into the world of contemporary procurement, where 'awesome' is no longer a foreign adjective.In this blog, I explore how modern procurement processes are redefining itself, transforming businesses across sectors. From playing a strategic role in...
Each month ill be summarising the bets of procurment and external workforce research.
Why Outsourcing Manufacturing ProcessOutsourcing manufacturing processes offers several benefits that can enhance a company's operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall competitiveness.1. Cost Savings:Lower Labour Costs: Outsourcing to c...
In this blog post, we will dive into a specific use case with the help of the SAP Gateway transaction /n/IWFND/GW_CLIENT and explore an example API-call in the context of the API_PURCHASEORDER_PROCESS_SRV service.
Post global pandemic, employees of organisations are found to be adopting more and more of hybrid model of working. Companies are adopting policies that enable and empower employees to improve the contributions.Let us look at one of the approaches - ...
Learn about the benefits of SAP Business Network Supplier Portal with SAP S/4HANA Cloud
First impressions set the tone for the entire customer journey. A well-crafted and executed onboarding journey paves the way for a successful implementation and forges the path to long term customer success. To guide our customers onto that right pat...
Learn how SAP Business Network and SAP Ariba Central Invoice Management provide AP automation capabilities with native integration to SAP S/4HANA Cloud ERP solutions
1 PurposeAdvanced returns Management for supplier returns is the end-to-end management of supplier returns. In Advanced returns Management, shipping processing for supplier is mandatory. It includes specifying logistical follow-up activities, ...
Your Journey to Mastering Procurement Analytics Starts Here: Begin your exploration into the fascinating world of procurement analytics. My latest blog post acts as your guide, walking you through key strategies, underlining the importance of stakeho...
As companies continue to embrace the idea of digital transformation, integrating Artificial Intelligence into external workforce management offers them numerous chances to improve productivity and streamline processes. Thanks to modern technological ...
Each month i review research, articles and webinars for procurement and external workforce, summarise them and identiy trends and takeaways
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