Procurement was once seen as just a link in the chain of business operations. It was the process by which operators secured their products and services. While consistency was desired and affordability ...

Inflation, economic instability, materials and labor shortages, climate change—almost any disruption you can imagine is a pressure point that makes procurement and supply chain management ...

A pandemic-era policy that changed how Elgin purchases city vehicles and equipment saved the city $424,000 last year, officials said. Implemented because of chain supply issues tied to production and ...

For long-term success in today’s oft volatile supply chain environment, strong relationships with suppliers are more important than ever. Procurement decisions, then, should be made with this question ...

Sustainable procurement isn't just a buzzword — it’s crucial to the planet, and rapidly gaining momentum in business. With economies becoming more intertwined globally, there’s growing recognition by ...

Editor’s note: This article first appeared on the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Global Supply Chain Institute’s blog. It is being reprinted with permission. You can read the original post here.

Doing more with less: Practical AI moves for procurement teams in 2026 Procurement teams facing tighter budgets and higher expectations in 2026 can unlock real value from AI by focusing on practical, ...

With greater insight into resource availability, higher ed institutions make better hardware and software investments. The university has also been able to secure five-year warranties for devices, an ...