What is the purpose of Procurement? The old school purpose of procurement was to save and cut costs. But we are now in 2020, and for at least the past two decades, there has been much talk about the need for Procurement to re-evaluate its purpose and work with business leaders to develop category plans […]
Here Is a Quicker Way of Getting Better Supply Market Insights
Sales people spend a lot of time and effort understanding their target markets and prospects. Meaningful insights mean better sales strategies and more sales. Similarly, procurement professionals need a good understanding of the supply markets they operate in. These insights will shape sourcing strategies, which in turn will put the buying organisation in the best […]
Can Technology Make Churches Relevant Again?
Many businesses are now catching on to the fact that leveraging technology is the key to achieving growth. Certain types of technology are already transforming entire industries by enabling unprecedented productivity and efficiency. Take manufacturing for example. Experts forecast that 20 million jobs from the sector worldwide are expected to be replaced by robots 2030. […]
When New Technology Has Negative Implications for Employees
There’s no disputing the fact that technology is changing the way we live our lives – and run our businesses. When used in the right way, technology can provide significant boosts for businesses, aiding growth and reducing total costs across the business. But, what about the employees? Does technology always benefit them, and do all […]
3 Companies Who Are Excelling at Creating a Culture of Creativity
I’ve previously written about the benefits of developing a culture of creativity in your business, and now I want to explore what this could look like. What can you implement or introduce to foster this kind of work environment? Of course, there’s no better way to learn than observing those who are already doing this […]
