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Freight Procurement is a Different Game

Logistics Viewpoints

Procuring transportation for freight is much different than any other procurement category. There are different tools, goals, and market dynamics. Transportation procurement needs to support both customer service and a company’s internal supply chain goals. One master of freight procurement is Kyle Masters.

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Volkswagen Group Selects Ivalua to Digitize its Indirect Procurement Processes

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Ivalua platform selected to improve efficiency, transparency, and the employee purchasing experience. Redwood City, CA, December 15, 2022. We are delighted to have been selected for the digitization of one of the world’s leading automotive players’ procurement processes. About Ivalua. Learn more at www.ivalua.com.

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Is it too Early For 2022 Predictions?

Logistics Viewpoints

With Christmas goods in stores before Halloween this year, I thought there was no reason that we shouldn’t also get a jump on 2022 predictions. Here’s what to look for in 2022. The pandemic’s ecommerce boost will continue in 2022 as the changes in consumer buying behavior become more structural.

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Top 15 Logistics Stories of 2022

Logistics Viewpoints

So, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the top 15 most popular logistics stories from 2022 and see what our readers found to be the most interesting. So, let’s take a look now at the 15 most popular logistics stories of 2022. 2022 Supply Chain Predictions ; Chris Cunnane, Steve Banker, and Clint Reiser.

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IT Procurement: How to Purchase IT Products and Services Effectively

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Strong companies depend on a range of hardware and software solutions to support key business processes like customer service, financial management, and supply chain operations. This article encompasses the best practices for planning and executing successful IT procurement strategies. What is IT procurement?

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Coupa Leverages Community Intelligence to Power AI

Logistics Viewpoints

Leagh Turner, CEO of Coupa In December 2022, Thomas Bravo acquired the public company Coupa and took it private. Coupa is a supplier of spend management solutions. She knew the company was innovative; after all, Coupa created a new software enterprise category: business spend management. New CEOs are brought in to drive change.

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Consumers Are in Charge of the Digital Path to Purchase

Enterra Insights

Although retailers still talk about the digital path to purchase as an alternative to the traditional shopping journey, the lines between paths to purchase have blurred. With all generations getting more comfortable on the digital path to purchase, most retailers have adapted to this new reality and are pursuing omnichannel strategies.