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A company-wide SRM programme offers big returns, but requires time and investment part I

Since most businesses depend on suppliers to help deliver their products and services, managing supplier relationships to develop new innovations, avoid risk, and reduce costs can be a key differentiator for future success.

13 Jun 19

There is definitely slavery in your supply chain. Here is how effective supplier management can.

At the Global SAP Ariba conference in Barcelona, Amal Clooney called on corporations to put respect for human rights at the core of their business, highlighting the trend of ‘doing good’ as a way to bolster profits.

12 Jun 19

Ten critical success factors to secure SRM value and ROI

Businesses are starting to accept the idea of supplier relationship management (SRM) – a strategic effort to understand suppliers and treat them according to their importance to the business.

3 Jun 19

You don't need to be a rocket scientist to understand the benefits of SRM

Given the difficulty of its missions, NASA might be expected to lead in risk management. But in some cases it does not.

21 May 19

Mergers and cost cutting: careful what you wish for

Times are tough for the manufacturers of our most beloved childhood snacks. Not only are organic and healthy foods attracting consumers’ attentions, many firms are also challenged with rising costs.

10 Apr 19

State of Flux named to 2019 Spend Matters Providers to Know: The best-in-class companies in procurement and supply chain

State of Flux is delighted to announce that we have been named for the first year on the Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Know list. Thank you to the Spend Matters Network.