- 28
- FEB
- 2013
How innovative is your innovation?
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Procurement Intelligence
Innovation is at the heart of purchasing functions in the future. Markets move faster, consumers’ minds change quicker and procurement must create a supply chain which responds to this volatility. more
- 01
- MAY
- 2012
For one week only, the most valuable commodity in global procurement is free
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Procurement Intelligence
It’s been a busy few months behind the scenes at Procurement Leaders Network (PLN) and the Procurement Intelligence Unit (PIU). more
- 06
- MAR
- 2012
A Kraljic for all seasons? Relationship management tools in a crisis
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Procurement Intelligence
Is the Kraljic Matrix a panacea for all procurement ills? Is it still relevant in a crisis – or should we use other tools? more
- 21
- FEB
- 2012
Nothing Wrong With Executives Going Personal On Twitter
Author: Maggie Slowik - Categories: Procurement Intelligence
What makes a good and reliable data source for procurement? According to our latest research, CPO Strategy 2012, one-fifth (20%) of senior procurement executives believe it is social media. more
- 09
- FEB
- 2012
Germany’s Second “Wirtschaftswunder”: Export Nation and Sourcing Destination
Author: Ioan Brumer - Categories: Economy & Current Affairs, Procurement Intelligence
For many 2011 has been a dreadful year spent amidst fears of a double-dip recession and the need to cut costs. While Greece is still on the verge of bankruptcy, Japan reported a foreign trade deficit for the first time since 1980 and the USA is struggling with record unemployment rates, Germany’s export economy has known an incredible growth. And, Germany’s suppliers are part of this success. more
- 16
- JAN
- 2012
Market Intelligence: Who does procurement trust?
Author: Maggie Slowik - Categories: Procurement Intelligence
If you think your procurement team can get away without market intelligence, think again. more
- 12
- JAN
- 2012
Apple: why Tim Cook’s Procurement mattered as much as Steve Jobs’ Marketing
Author: Ioan Brumer - Categories: Procurement Intelligence
Tim Cook’s continued employment at Apple is worth a lot: €378 million in annual salary and restricted stock units according to an SEC proxy statement published on Monday 9th January. more
- 21
- DEC
- 2011
And the winner is.... Procurement Intelligence Unit!
Author: Kevin Monahan - Categories: Procurement Intelligence
We're delighted to announce the Procurement Intelligence Unit (PIU) has recently won the Best Newcomer of the Year Award at the prestigious Data & Digital Publishing Awards 2011. more
