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ISMS.online unveils SOC 2 solution for faster compliance
Software-as-a-Service

ISMS.online unveils SOC 2 solution for faster compliance

ISMS.online has unveiled a new integrated SOC 2 solution, aiming to streamline compliance for organisations and foster greater market confidence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Worley teams up with Dell for secure AI innovation drive
Unified Communications

Worley teams up with Dell for secure AI innovation drive

Worley partners with Dell Technologies to launch an AI Factory, aiming to revolutionise project delivery and enhance innovation within sustainable energy.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
Oklahoma saves USD $10 million with process intelligence
Data Analytics

Oklahoma saves USD $10 million with process intelligence

Oklahoma has saved over USD $10 million in its first year using the Celonis Process Intelligence platform, significantly improving state operations and taxpayer fund management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Why Procurement is a Strategic Career Choice for Women
Unified Communications

IWD 2025: Why Procurement is a Strategic Career Choice for Women

As we celebrate International Women's Day, procurement emerges as a strategic career path for women, offering innovative roles and significant growth potential.

By Emily Rakowski • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Globality enhances AI Agent Glo with new pricing analysis
Partner Programmes

Globality enhances AI Agent Glo with new pricing analysis

Globality has enhanced its Glo AI Agent, introducing advanced pricing analysis tools aimed at helping Global 2000 firms optimise decision-making and reduce costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
AI reshaping procurement & security: experts weigh in
Artificial Intelligence

AI reshaping procurement & security: experts weigh in

The rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping procurement and cybersecurity, as firms look to harness its potential while safeguarding critical data.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
CFOs expand roles to drive enterprise strategic priorities
Artificial Intelligence

CFOs expand roles to drive enterprise strategic priorities

A recent Gartner survey reveals CFOs are broadening their roles, now heavily involved in data analytics, risk management, and AI strategies, enhancing enterprise profitability.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Oracle expands AI in supply chain with new SCM agents
Supply Chain

Oracle expands AI in supply chain with new SCM agents

Oracle has unveiled new AI agents within its Fusion Cloud Supply Chain & Manufacturing suite, aimed at automating workflows and boosting efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Feb 2025
Vertice secures $50 million to optimise enterprise spend
Software-as-a-Service

Vertice secures $50 million to optimise enterprise spend

Vertice has secured $50 million in Series C funding, boosting its total to over $100 million, aimed at enhancing global procurement processes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Closing the gap between intention and action regarding ESG
Partner Programmes

Closing the gap between intention and action regarding ESG

Australian businesses are increasingly keen to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices into procurement, yet face implementation challenges.

By Brynn Beetge • 5 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Middlebank & SimPPLY unite to boost supply chain efficiency
EduTech

Middlebank & SimPPLY unite to boost supply chain efficiency

Middlebank Consulting Group and SimPPLY have formed a partnership to enhance supply chain visibility, aiming to cut third-party costs by up to 15%.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
FourKites unveils AI Control Tower for supply chain leaders
Data Analytics

FourKites unveils AI Control Tower for supply chain leaders

FourKites has launched its Intelligent Control Tower, leveraging real-time data and AI to transform supply chain management and enhance operational efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Verizon & Honeywell collaborate on new retail tech bundle
Unified Communications

Verizon & Honeywell collaborate on new retail tech bundle

Verizon and Honeywell have unveiled a strategic partnership to deliver a bundled technology solution, enhancing efficiency for retail and logistics firms.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'
Data Analytics

Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'

A Gartner survey reveals that 72% of procurement leaders are prioritising GenAI integration, marking a pivotal shift towards strategic decision-making.

By Keith Hausmann • 6 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
How will ESG become a scoring mechanism for procurement departments?
Supply Chain

How will ESG become a scoring mechanism for procurement departments?

Procurement departments are increasingly integrating ESG factors into supplier selection, with 66% of leaders seeing it as crucial for future strategies.

By Brynn Beetge • 5 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

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LSE partners with Globality for AI-driven procurement boost
EduTech

LSE partners with Globality for AI-driven procurement boost

The London School of Economics has partnered with Globality to enhance procurement efficiency using AI technology amid budget pressures in higher education.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Zero-Based Everything: the proven strategy that's unlocking double-digit savings
Chief Financial Officer

Zero-Based Everything: the proven strategy that's unlocking double-digit savings

As inflation and uncertainty strain budgets, businesses are turning to Zero-Based Everything, a strategy promising savings of 10-25% and up to 50% in procurement.

By Naresh Kumar and Jeremy Smith • 6 min read • Sat, 11th Jan 2025