A global clinical services and medical device provider faced challenges due to a fragmented and decentralized procurement function. With limited procurement tools, widespread rogue buying, and missed opportunities for global synergies, they struggled to… cvsoci.al/EuvZixav?cv=17…

An effective Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework empowers your organization to boost communication, minimize risks, and drive continuous improvement with key suppliers. With SRM, you can: ✔️ Maximize value ✔️ Enhance collaboration ✔️ Build… cvsoci.al/BzbomsRQ?cv=17…

Procurement has traditionally focused on cost savings, but with growing supply chain risks, its role has evolved significantly. Now, finding a balance between cost efficiency and value creation is essential—whether building a team from scratch or… cvsoci.al/I39JDksB?cv=17…

Digital Transformation vs. Business Transformation: What’s the Difference? Many organizations struggle to understand the distinction between digital and business transformation. While they are closely related, each plays a unique role in building a… cvsoci.al/zdnqdZYX?cv=17…

Services, software, and infrastructure are the backbone of modern operations, making effective vendor management essential for maintaining quality, controlling costs, and reducing risk. By mastering IT vendor management and implementing best practices… cvsoci.al/SdL8UK1e?cv=17…

Collaboration is about people, not just processes. Emotional barriers like fear, burnout, and turf wars can hinder procurement efforts. Intentional changes can foster openness and speed. Empathy and smart habits build trust and drive real… cvsoci.al/6z3QFYCO?cv=17…

Procurement’s moving fast. Then the contract hits Legal and everything slows. It doesn’t have to. Bringing Legal in early, using shared tools, and aligning on goals can turn the legal 'bottleneck' into a strategic advantage. Follow the… cvsoci.al/vTMbxJrS?cv=17…

Legal delays create frustration and risk in procurement. By involving legal early, standardizing contracts, and sharing goals, procurement and legal can work as true partners. Speeding up contracts and reducing errors. Follow the link to… cvsoci.al/wwCHXtm8?cv=17…

Procurement doesn’t slow down because of bad processes, it slows down because of people. Fear, burnout, and lack of trust can quietly block progress. When we understand these emotional roadblocks, we can have better conversations, build… cvsoci.al/r1-cbRSe?cv=17…

A category plan is more than numbers. It’s a roadmap anchored in clean data, shaped by market forces, and powered by aligned teams. Click the link below to read more in our recent Insight! #ProcurementStrategy #CategoryPlanning… cvsoci.al/v48FUSuE?cv=17…

Automating a broken process won’t fix your problems. True transformation requires more than software. It needs buy-in, clear processes, and the right tech fit. That’s why organizational change management matters. Click the link below to… cvsoci.al/FLJsyauj?cv=17…

New tech won’t drive change if your team doesn’t buy in. Start with the “why,” support the “how,” and listen throughout. Change that sticks always starts with people. Follow the link to our recent Insight to read more!… cvsoci.al/SWdqlAOn?cv=17…

Good category planning starts with clean data, but that’s just the beginning. Organize spend into logical groupings, then layer on market insights and stakeholder input. The goal: actionable plans that reflect both internal priorities and… cvsoci.al/1f9E7LiA?cv=17…

Turning spend data into action takes more than charts. It takes strategy, structure, and stakeholder alignment. Check out Velocity's most recent post to read more! #VelocityProcurement #CategoryManagement #DataDrivenDecisions cvsoci.al/vasnmTRV?cv=17…

You can’t automate your way out of a broken process. Digital transformation is a mindset shift. Real impact happens when you align people, streamline processes, and support change intentionally. Follow the link to check out Velocity's… cvsoci.al/I0CPJGW4?cv=17…

Conflicting reports, mistrusted dashboards, and stalled AI projects all point to one root cause: data that’s out of sync. Fix your foundation first. Follow the link to Velocity's most recent Insight for strategies to align your data and… cvsoci.al/guWmIVYl?cv=17…

Those small, “one-off” costs? They’re adding up faster than you think and often go unnoticed until budgets are already strained. Spot the silent spend leaks draining your budget before they spiral. Follow the link to Velocity's recent… cvsoci.al/3oZUMJSC?cv=17…

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AI in procurement won’t deliver value if the data underneath is fragmented, inconsistent, or mistrusted. The difference between frustration and results often comes down to one thing: a clean, reliable data foundation. Follow the link to… cvsoci.al/2IdruWyK?cv=17…

Hidden costs like rush fees, invoice exceptions, and off-contract purchases can quietly drain budgets. Stronger data and tighter controls help stop these leaks before they grow. Follow the link to Velocity's recent Insight to read more!… cvsoci.al/9QUJCAun?cv=17…