Category Management is a critical function in strategic supply management organizations. "A Playbook for Category Management" dives into benefits of and reasons for implementation.
Factors driving the implementation of category management
The executives we surveyed said the top factors driving the implementation of category management include creating value for the business as the top factor, followed by reduced costs, and reduced supply chain risk.
Online Marketplaces & Procurement
Originally consumer-focused, online marketplaces are now poised to disrupt B2B business. We discuss the opportunities and risks of online marketplaces and changes to expect for the future of procurement.
CAPS News - 18 Nov 2020
In today’s CAPS News, we share new metrics on supply management organizational structure, give a nod to supplier diversity all-stars, talk about supply chain resilience, and more.
CAPS News - 4 November 2020
In today’s CAPS News, we share new metrics on supply management organizational structure, give a nod to supplier diversity all-stars, talk about supply chain resilience, and more.
Online Marketplaces
Online marketplaces are becoming more popular for B2B purchases. 73% of respondents are currently using or plan to start using online marketplaces.
CAPS News - 4 Nov 2020
In this issue of CAPS News, we take a look at Supplier Diversity programs, the impact of COVID-19 on global supply chains, a new study on plastic pollution, and more.
Tactical v. strategic SM functions
Tactical sourcing activities are critical to keep organizations running smoothly, but supply management groups are now focusing more on strategy.
Turn Reverse Logistics into a Profit-Center
Reverse logistics is actually a diamond in the rough, and if approached from a strategic and holistic perspective, it can become a long-term profit center and beacon for sustainability. A new CAPS whitepaper can help facilitate the journey up the maturity curve.
CAPS News - 21 Oct 2020
In this issue of CAPS News, new metrics about analytics teams, a cybersecurity report available now, and survey opportunity with CAPS Research