Optimization of Direct Procurement through collaboration and technology

The Procurement and Supply Chain perspective

Direct procurement plays a particularly key role in the manufacturing industry. Cost effectiveness, reliable supply and high-quality goods are essential. Supply chain sustainability must also be taken into account.

That is already a complex issue in its own right. On top of this come risks ranging from volatile global markets and increasingly high consumer expectations to ESG regulations and rapid technological advances. At the same time, there are huge opportunities. But where can companies harness these on an ad hoc basis? The whitepaper outlines six action areas and explains their importance using real customer case studies:

• Strategic purchasing combined with holistic risk management
• Supply chain collaboration
• In-depth analysis of digital data
• Flexible end-to-end operating model
• Advanced sourcing and supplier discovery
• Upskilling talents

Download the whitepaper to explore the connections between procurement and supply chain processes and how they can help a company to flourish.