Big Data Checkpoint: Have You Achieved Full Visibility Yet?
One of the many benefits of any “Big Data” strategy is the fact that, based on current data or figures, the executive team can paint a vivid picture of the…
Ardent Analysis: Coupa Board Accepts Thoma Bravo $8B Bid to be Taken Private
It may be December, but that doesn’t mean merger and acquisition activity has ceased. This week, news broke that Coupa Software, a leader in business spend management, entered into an…
The Macro-Level Issues Impacting the CPO Right Now: Global Conflict
Today’s business landscape is rife with unprecedented global conflicts that Chief Procurement Officers must navigate against. As we explore those examples and their impact on supply chain dynamics, it is…
Financial Digitization’s Role in Helping CFOs Deliver Strategic Business Value
Today’s guest contribution was provided by the team at Corcentric. After the challenges of the past two years—and amid present economic uncertainties—chief financial officers can claim a major victory. Accounts payable…
Procurement News — December 7, 2022
Welcome to Procurement News, part of our ongoing aggregate news series covering recent supply management headlines and trends pertinent to Chief Procurement Officers and other procurement leaders. Contact us with your…
The Macro-Level Issues Impacting the CPO Right Now: B2B Payments Fraud
Chief Procurement Officers face a myriad of supply risks from supplier insolvency to union strikes to geopolitical crises to inflation. However, one area of risk that has spiked in recent…
‘Tis the Season for December Webinars
As 2023 quickly approaches, Ardent Partners is ending the year with a host of exciting webinars focusing on trends related to the Future of Work, Accounts Payable, and Procurement and…
Technology Round-Up — November 30, 2022
CPO Rising’s Technology Round-Up Series returns today with fresh supply management technology news and updates covering a few recent major announcements. If you are a sourcing, procurement, or spend management solution provider…
Instant Analysis: Simfoni Expands the Band, Announces Acquisition of Xeeva
Simfoni Announces Xeeva Acquisition This morning, Simfoni, a digital procurement solution provider, announced that it had acquired Xeeva, a spend management and procurement technology provider. The second major acquisition for the…
Happy Thanksgiving!
Whether you're watching parades, football, or the dog show, everyone at Ardent Partners wishes you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! If you need a laugh, enjoy this clip of the…