Published October 2018
We've compiled a list of some of the best must read procurement white papers and analyst reports (in no particular order of importance or preference) covering a variety of topics such as supply chain management, tail spend and the future and digitization of procurement.
According to The Hackett Group’s 2021 Key Issues Study, spend cost reduction is firmly back at the top of the procurement agenda.
For many years, the Global Chief
Procurement Officer Survey has provided a global benchmark of the
sentiment or procurement leaders and an insight into the key themes and
challenges facing procurement, including market dynamics, value and
collaboration, talent and leadership, and digital procurement. Claritum's perspective on the Global CPO survey can be found here.
Technology Trends
Propelled by digital disruption, these technology trends are driving innovation in processes.
And Why You Need a Technology Based Solution
If you want a good introduction to tail spend then this white paper is a great starting place. This White Paper, written by Dr Michael Lamoureux, Editor of Sourcing Innovation and a contributor to Spend Matters, is an introduction to tail spend and tackles some of the most important questions such as:
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A list of the best procurement blogs
There are some great procurement blogs and resources out there to help you stay up to date with all the latest ideas and innovations. Below we have compiled a list of some our favourites, in no particular order of importance or preference. read more
White papers on tail spend, spend analysis, visibility and control and choosing a procurement platform.
Procurement Fact File
We’ve read through some of the best analyst reports and surveys to bring you this procurement fact file containing some of the most interesting findings, statistics and quotes. read more