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The Three Goals Every CWM Program Should Strive For

By Christopher Dwyer July 17, 2014Articles, Complex Categories, Lists, People, Process, Technology

Today’s CPO Rising article is an extension of our “things that matter” series in the contingent workforce management industry. We’ve covered the tactical, strategic, and analytical capabilities that matter for…

Skills for the Modern Procurement Pro – Some Final Thoughts

By Andrew Bartolini July 16, 2014Articles, Chief Procurement Officers, General, Lists, People, Strategy

Since poor procurement staff capabilities have been a thorn in the side of many Chief Procurement Officers through the years, we decided to publish an in-depth 16-part series - "Skills…

CWM and Supplier Management: Where Does Technology Fit In?

By Christopher Dwyer July 14, 2014Articles, Complex Categories, People, Solution Providers, Technology

The notion of “procurement’s influence” is no strange term around these parts. In fact, collaboration is a common theme in the articles posted here on CPO Rising, and it’s certainly…

Common Fodder in the World of Contingent Workforce Management

By Christopher Dwyer July 11, 2014Articles, Complex Categories, Events, People, Process, Solution Providers

In mid-May, I joined Peoplefluent for a webinar that was focused on the notion of the “contingent workforce tsunami,” a concept that reflects the veritable growth and ultimate evolution of…

CPO Rising 2014: Convergence – Top Challenges in 2014 (II)

By Andrew Bartolini July 9, 2014Articles, Chief Procurement Officers, General, People

Ardent Partners recently published our annual CPO Rising report (entitled CPO Rising 2014: Convergence) and of all the reports we publish this year, the focus of this report is exactly geared towards our…

CPO Rising’s 2014 Hot Tech Prospect – DCR Workforce

By Christopher Dwyer July 7, 2014Articles, Complex Categories, People, Solution Providers, Technology

Back in late June, the NBA held its annual draft, an event that allows all 30 teams in the league to select both college and international players to add to…

CPO Rising 2014: Convergence – Top Challenges in 2014 (I)

By Andrew Bartolini July 2, 2014Articles, Chief Procurement Officers, General, People1 Comment

Three Big Data Capabilities in CWM That Matter

By Christopher Dwyer June 27, 2014Articles, Complex Categories, General, People, Process, Technology

Over the past few years, enterprises have relied upon a variety of strategies to enhance business processes and gain a competitive advantage in the global marketplace. Automation of key processes…

Skills for the Modern Procurement Pro: Summary (Part II)

By Andrew Bartolini June 26, 2014Articles, Chief Procurement Officers, General, People, Process, Technology

Over the past month and a half, we’ve featured a series entitled, “Skills for the Modern Procurement Pro,” wherein we’ve defined 14 core procurement skills and discussed their importance to…

Skills for the Modern Procurement Pro: Summary (Part I)

By Andrew Bartolini June 25, 2014Articles, Chief Procurement Officers, General, People, Process, Strategic Sourcing