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The Kraljic Matrix

Flevy

The procurement function in most organizations deserves more attention than it gets. Most executives associated with procurement lack the competencies and perspectives required to identify gaps and effectively manage the function. Collaborate with suppliers, or rivals, to manufacture critical components cost-effectively.

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The Most Important KPIs in Distribution and the Influence of AI

QYMATIX

The digital transformation does not stop at medium-sized wholesalers either. In concrete terms, this involves the digitalisation of procurement, production and distribution processes — a unique challenge for retail companies. KPIs in the Area of Procurement and Warehousing. Here, KPIs or key figures are fundamental.

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Kainos, Revenue Growth & Net Revenue Retention

Deep Insight

The client will always tell you price is a problem, and you know it’s going to be part of the conversation with a professional procurement team. • And if they're using third party suppliers, how responsive will they be in that project? And the more recent move into digital transformation and agile software development practices.