The Spend Culture Blog

The concept of international purchasing management, in my (humble!) opinion, is a bit of a misnomer. Yes, large, multinational firms (and some medium-sized ones … International Purchasing Management

Charter schools have seen explosive growth in the U.S., but what are they and how do they differ from other types of schools? Let’s … Charter School Growth & the Case for e-Procurement

For those of us that watch/analyze/critique the procurement world on a regular basis, it is easy to get caught up in the freshest, trendiest … The Importance of Purchase Orders

Expenses (sadly!) are an unavoidable aspect of business. Lunches…airplane tickets…hotels…rental cars…these things add up. And it all must be accounted for. Enter expense reporting … A Quick Introduction to Expense Reporting Software

There is nothing both the technology and procurement worlds love better than a new, shiny buzzword. That penchant for the trendy, I should say, … Procurement SaaS: a Buzzword Explained

So…you’re in charge of the purchasing at your firm. You might be a purchaser, general manager, procurement officer or, in some cases, the owner … An Introduction to Purchasing Best Practices

Supply chains should add value to society: the path to social procurement The true cost of producing and consuming energy has not been fully … Supply Chains Should Add Value to Society

Organizations, both small and large, have to manage contracts. But this responsibility, while critical, is easier said than done. At any given time, a … What Is Contract Lifecycle Management?

The concept of “best practices” – regardless of industry – is a fluid one. The methods and practices that work during one period may … A Quick Look at New Procurement Best Practices

A critical component of any successful procurement department is a solid, well-designed and well-communicated procurement approval system. Yes, an organization’s procurement function must ensure … Why You Need a Procurement Approval System

Increasing revenue, however desirable, isn’t always in the cards. Sales teams hit slumps. And marketing departments, despite their best efforts, sometimes attract less-than-fantastic leads. … Reducing Direct and Indirect Purchasing Costs

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