Direct and Indirect Procurement: what are the differences?
Can a bakery produce bread without flour or salt? Or without adapted kitchen appliances, utensils and fittings? Of course not! To run […]
Adopting a risk analysis tool
The positive correlation between risk and purchasing is prompting companies to be extremely vigilant. Suppliers, supply chain, employees on the move… So […]
Creating an effective purchase order
No matter what anyone says, the purchase order is a useful tool for making a purchase intention concrete, especially as it provides […]
8 warning signs of poor procurement management
Whether you’re a traditional SME or a large company with a purchasing department, the risks inherent in purchasing management are obvious. Its […]
How can new technologies improve the corporate procurement?
Before the introduction of e-procurement, a technology that centralizes a company’s procurement management, the purchasing function was generally managed by paper. With […]
The objectives of a purchasing policy
To properly manage its supply chain and purchasing management, a company needs to set up a purchasing policy. This consists of defining […]
7 common purchasing mistakes to avoid
Purchasing and supply issues can be costly, and even more so in these times of crisis. The proportion of uncontrolled purchases can […]
Procurement: finding the right method
Inventory management is a daily challenge for many companies. It completes the purchasing process and defines the company’s supply chain. What’s more, […]
Supplier sourcing: the strategy for successful purchasing
A truly strategic function, purchasing can account for up to 60% of a company’s sales, depending on its activity. The buyer or […]
The supplier short list: a valuable ally!
Faced with the multitude of offers available on the market, a phenomenon accentuated by the globalization of the Internet, it’s not always […]
Why is procurement a strategic business function?
Building a purchasing strategy is an essential step in the life of a company. The purchasing function is a growth lever that […]
The guide to good supplier panel management
A successful purchasing process depends on good supplier management. It is therefore worth while improving supplier management to achieve better returns. This […]
How can digital procurement reduce hidden costs?
Over the past few years, digitalization has become an important part of companies of all sizes and in all sectors. Its positive […]
How to create a good supplier panel?
Suppliers play an essential role in bringing new products to market, from the planning stage right through to the launch of your […]
How do you manage purchasing in a company?
Purchasing enables a company to acquire the goods, products and services it needs to run smoothly. This department is responsible for a […]