Tariffs & Trade: Why Strong Supplier Relationships Matter

The tariffs implemented under the Trump administration, are creating uncertainty and turmoil in global markets, impacting supply chains and increasing costs. This volatility and unpredictability of trade policies is forcing businesses to rethink their sourcing strategies.

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2024 Global SRM Research Report is out now!

This year's theme, "Return on Relationships" (RoR), highlights a shift beyond traditional cost metrics to capture the full value of strong supplier partnerships. From enhancing risk management and supply chain resilience to fostering innovation and sustainability, RoR embodies a holistic approach to supplier management.

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Benchmark Your Supplier Management for 2024

Benchmark your supplier management against this year's results to see how you stand with peers in your industry.
 
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SRM Advanced Training Courses in September and November! 

The Public Course delivery version (rather than dedicated in-house) allows you to have just one, two or a handful of learners join the course – providing a budget-friendly approach to team development. Benefit from industry experts with real- world experience and gain hands-on strategies ready for immediate implementation within your orgainisation.

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State of Flux specialises in supplier management, category management and strategic sourcing, and contract lifecycle management. As well as consulting, we offer training and supplier management software, SupplierBase.
 
We are a strategic business partner to multinational companies and major public-sector organisations, working closely with them to help upgrade their procurement and supply chain capabilities, drive best practice and deliver superior business performance.

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2020 Global SRM Research Report - Supplier Management at Speed.

Now in its 12th year, this year we have seen an increase of 29% in the number of companies responding compared to 2019. In addition, the proportion of respondents at CPO/EVP level or equivalent has increased to over 50%. Learn how now, more than ever before, procurement has the opportunity to make the case for SRM to ensure organisations don’t just survive but thrive.

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