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Why Public Procurement Needs Digital Tools Now Public sector procurement has long been defined by its need for rigour, transparency, and adherence to policy. While these principles remain essential, the environment surrounding procurement has evolved. Rising public expectations, dynamic supplier markets, and increasingly complex compliance frameworks are prompting organisations to reassess traditional sourcing methods. What… Guided Sourcing : Moving Public Procurement from Weeks To Minutes weiterlesen

Introduction We are excited to announce that the version 19.0 release of MeRLIN is now live! The updates have been compiled into release notes below, providing an overview of the enhancements and fixes in our product that the users anticipated, ensuring that they are up to date with the latest developments. MeRLIN Release 19 introduces a range… MeRLIN Release Notes Version 19.0 September 2025 weiterlesen

As procurement becomes more strategic, category management has emerged as a key driver of sourcing excellence.  By segmenting spend into procurement categories and aligning strategies with business goals, organizations can unlock cost efficiencies, manage risk, and drive compliance. A structured approach empowers teams with insights and control needed for better sourcing. Why Category Management is… Category Management in Procurement: Boost Sourcing Efficiency weiterlesen

In today’s complex global procurement environment, strong supplier collaboration is essential, not optional. From ensuring compliance to improving quality and reducing costs, collaborative supplier relationships create a competitive edge. Supplier relationship management (SRM) software empowers procurement teams to automate, streamline, and optimize every phase of the supplier lifecycle, leading to stronger partnerships and improved performance.… How to Improve Supplier Collaboration with Supplier Relationship Management Software weiterlesen

In procurement, knowledge is power, especially when it comes to supplier negotiations. Without visibility into a supplier’s cost structure, buyers often rely on historical pricing or competitive bids, leaving potential savings on the table. But what if procurement teams could challenge supplier pricing with real-time market data and granular cost breakdowns? This is where pre-negotiation… Pre-Negotiation Intelligence: How S2P Platforms Empower Buyers with Should-Cost Modeling weiterlesen

With global disruptions becoming the new norm, Supply chain resilience is no longer a buzzword, it’s a business imperative. The recently released Supply Chain Resilience: Cross-Industry Report from APQC, based on insights from over 550 global supply chain professionals, provides a reality check on where organizations stand today. Key Insights from the report At the… Is Your Supply Chain Built for Resilience? Insights from APQC weiterlesen

The world stage is no longer a predictable chessboard. From trade skirmishes escalating overnight to sudden sanctions redrawing supply maps, and regional conflicts snarling critical logistics arteries and procurement teams are now operating on a geopolitical tightrope. Traditional risk registers, often static and rearview mirror focused, simply can’t keep pace. If your strategy is still… From sanctions to supply shocks, discover how advanced scenario planning empowers procurement teams to navigate uncertainty and build future-ready supply chains. weiterlesen

We are excited to announce that a release of MeRLIN (MeRLIN V18.0) with updates is now live! The updates have been complied into release notes below, providing an overview of the enhancements, and fixes in our product that the users anticipated, ensuring that they are up to date with the latest developments. New Features Supplier… MeRLIN Release Notes Version 18.0 May 2025 weiterlesen

In the fast-evolving world of procurement, one trend has emerged as more than just a buzzword: sustainable sourcing. Today, businesses focus not only on costs but also on the environmental and social impact of their supply chains As the spotlight on sustainability grows brighter, ethical procurement has become a key driver of change, transforming global… Sustainable Sourcing: How Ethical Procurement is Redefining Global Supply Chains weiterlesen

Da die Einhaltung von ESG-Richtlinien (Environmental, Social and Governance) immer mehr an Bedeutung gewinnt, müssen Unternehmen eine Strategie entwickeln, um gesetzliche Vorgaben zur Reduktion von Emissionen umsetzen. Zwar haben geopolitische Fragen die Aufmerksamkeit vom Klimawandel weggelenkt, doch die gesetzlichen Anforderungen nehmen zu und fordern die Etablierung eines Nachhaltigkeitsmanagements. Die gesetzlichen Bestimmungen variieren je nach Land,… Compliance als Wettbewerbsvorteil Ein starkes, KI-gestütztes Compliance-Management ist der Grundstein für erfolgreiche, nachhaltige Beschaffungsstrategien weiterlesen