https://articleseen.com/rss/rssauthor.aspx?auth=rahul awtaneyArticleSeen.com - Submit your quality article for maximum exposureCopyright 2009 ArticleSeenhttps://articleseen.com/Article_supplier-management-–-an-important-facet-of-procurement-strategy_109848.aspxProcurement over the years has evolved from merely being transactional (being cost focused) to being strategic in its approach. This transformation can be majorly attributed to the changing macroeconomic conditions around the globe. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 04:07:30 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_spend-analytics-–-a-precursor-to-strategic-sourcing_109845.aspxStrategic sourcing is the process of identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and implementing the optimal mix of goods and services that best support the objectives of the enterprise.Fri, 25 Nov 2011 04:05:29 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_managing-supplier-performance-–-key-to-supplier-relationship-management_109844.aspxToday competition is not just based on the assets that one control but on the basis of Intellectual Property and the relationship that organizations build with their customers and not to forget the suppliers. Apple and Wal-Mart can be good examples of the latter case.Fri, 25 Nov 2011 04:03:59 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_contract-management-–-an-essential-to-procurement-management_92638.aspxProcurement Management is a process involving purchase of right product from the right suppliers. The process involves identifying the good/services to be purchased, sourcing efficiently, & managing suppliers. Procurement management also involves developing a healthy supplier relationship.Sun, 16 Oct 2011 12:44:57 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_supplier-information-–-a-key-contributor-to-supplier-management_92637.aspxGlobalization has forced organizations to move beyond their local boundaries and reach out to the emerging demand from different regions across the globe. Today buyers are interacting with suppliers all over the globe in order to meet the emerging demand from new markets. This article focuses how supplier information is one of the key to supplier management.Sun, 16 Oct 2011 12:41:06 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_financial-savings-management-–-track-savings-opportunity-generated-from-spend-analysis_92636.aspxWith fear of double dip recession in the US and rising sovereign debt in Europe, organizations all over the world fear drop in demand, which in turn has a direct bearing on the bottom line (profits) of organizations.Sun, 16 Oct 2011 12:38:34 GMT