CPO News – March 18, 2021
Welcome to the March edition of CPO News, part of our ongoing series covering the recent announcements, hirings, and notable mentions of Chief Procurement Officers and other procurement leaders. We've…
Procurement 2021 Big Predictions – Procurement Performance & Global Supply Chain
While the procurement industry is consistently evolving and shifting, 2021 begins after a truly unprecedented year. In 2020, Chief Procurement Officers and their teams were forced to face massive disruptions, extreme threats,…
Throwback Thursday: Skills for the Modern Procurement Pro – Project Management Skills
[Editor’s Note: We continue our “Throwback Thursday” series with another look at a past entry on the skills needed for today’s procurement leaders.] It's a great and worthwhile pursuit for Chief…
Procurement 2021 Big Prediction – Big Data & AI Make Major Impacts
While the procurement industry is consistently evolving and shifting, 2021 begins after a truly unprecedented year. In 2020, Chief Procurement Officers and their teams were forced to face massive disruptions,…
Announcing the AP Metrics that Matter in 2021 eBook!
The AP Metrics that Matter in 2021 eBook Ardent Partners is excited to announce the publication of its annual eBook, “Ardent Partners’ AP Metrics that Matter in 2021”. Over the…
Procurement 2021 Big Prediction – Procurement Drives Business Strategies
[Editor’s Note: Ardent Partners recently published its procurement-themed report, “Procurement 2021: Big Trends and Predictions”. Over the next few weeks, this site will feature articles highlighting the key discussion points from the…
BOLD Procurement Strategies for Uncertain Times – New Webinar
In 2021, many Chief Procurement Officers and their teams will be asked to deliver heroic results in the face of daunting uncertainty. To succeed, procurement leaders must follow the courage…
Procurement 2021 Big Trends – More Uncertainty
[Editor’s Note: Ardent Partners recently published its procurement-themed report, “Procurement 2021: Big Trends and Predictions”. Over the next few weeks, this site will feature articles highlighting the key discussion points from…
Chief Procurement Officer: Spheres of Influence
As the Chief Procurement Officer role continues to mature, greater expectations are born. And, as a procurement organization matures, its focus and scope typically expand, as does its ability to…
NEW SURVEY: The State of Procurement 2021
Ardent Partners is pleased to announce that the survey for our annual “State of Procurement and the CPO” report is now open. If you have 15 minutes to spare today or later…