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Our blog provides practical advice for optimizing relationships with vendors and other third parties. Learn about best practices in procurement, contract management, third-party risk and much more.
If you’re finding it difficult to find a clear and succinct definition of vendor management, you’re not alone. With so much written about vendor management technology, there hasn’t been enough focus on the discipline itself. This blog provides a succinct, modern definition of vendor management, along with an overview of the practices and infrastructure necessary to support a well-run vendor management function...
If you’re finding it difficult to find a clear and succinct definition of vendor management, you’re not alone. With so much written about vendor management technology, there hasn’t been enough focus on the discipline itself. This blog provides a succinct, modern definition of vendor management, along with an overview of the practices and infrastructure necessary to support a well-run vendor management function...
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Vendor Lifecycle Management
15 Ways to Improve Your Vendor Management Processes
Maintaining up-to-date, efficient and compliant vendor management processes isn’t easy – especially in organizations experiencing rapid growth or significant change. ...
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Procurement Management
From Ethics to Compliance: How a Supplier Code of Conduct Benefits Your Organization
A Supplier Code of Conduct (SCC) is a powerful tool your organization can use to maintain productive, ethical, and compliant ...
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Technologies & Tools
Top Features to Look for in a Vendor Risk Management System
Today’s best vendor risk management systems offer a growing list of features and functionality that help you manage risk with ...
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Technologies & Tools
How to Choose the Best Vendor Management Software for Your Organization
If you’re looking for the best vendor management software for your organization, you have a challenge in front of you. ...
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Technologies & Tools
Is Your Organization Really Ready for Vendor Management Software?
Vendor management software is a critical part of your vendor management infrastructure. Good vendor management software automates tasks, streamlines workflow, ...
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Procurement Management
Improve Efficiency and Competitiveness with Supplier Rationalization
Rationalizing your supply base can be a daunting task, but it can also bring significant benefits to your organization. By ...
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Technologies & Tools
Vendor Management Strategies in a Downturn: Tips and Best Practices
Vendor management is an important aspect of running any business, and it becomes even more crucial during times of economic ...
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Contract Management
4 Tips for Creating a Reliable Inventory of Your Vendors
More and more organizations are taking a serious approach to third-party management, creating and maintaining an accurate inventory of your ...
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Contract Management
Improve Vendor Performance by Implementing a Vendor Scorecard
Use these five criteria to create a vendor scorecard that will help you improve vendor performance and strengthen your vendor management program.
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