Strategic sourcing skills play an important role in the cost structure and competitiveness of small and large businesses. These skills involve analyzing high-volume purchases and developing long-term ...

Energy is the largest operational expense for terrestrial data centers, often accounting for 40% to 60% of annual costs. Hyperscale facilities can spend $5 to 10 million per year on electricity alone.

With state and local jurisdictions everywhere facing continued budget difficulties, strategic sourcing could play a pivotal role in government purchasing practices. State officials already involved in ...

Strategic sourcing and small business contracting may not be inherently at odds, federal procurement officials said at a Wednesday forum on the consolidation strategy. Officials from across government ...

Almost nothing a company does can't be outsourced anymore--even functions as critical as engineering, marketing, and manufacturing. Yet only 6% of the companies that outsource are satisfied with the ...

Today, it's more than just about price. But how do shippers put together a transportation and supplier sourcing strategy that will earn them the capacity that they need at a price that works for all ...

The concept of strategic sourcing can mean different things to different people, but essentially it is a more comprehensive, researched, planned and measured approach to procurement. As governments at ...

The concept of strategic sourcing can mean different things to different people, but essentially it is a more comprehensive, researched, planned and measured approach to procurement. As governments at ...

In healthcare, delays or shortages in supplies can cost lives. That’s why managing the supply chain well isn’t just about saving money — it’s about saving lives too. According to the Centers for ...

Sameer Penakalapati is the Founder and CEO of CEIPAL. He is dedicated to advising and investing in technology startups in HR Tech and AI. The first step toward a successful direct sourcing strategy is ...

SUPPLY chain disruptions continue to cause considerable scrutiny to current sourcing strategies, testing organisational and human resilience in unprecedented ways. The economic ground remains subject ...