Insights and news from procurement and supply chain management

In order to provide our clients with the best possible advice on their challenges, we keep a close eye on current events and trends. Gain new insights through our studies, White Papers and our client magazine or read our assessment of current developments in numerous specialist articles and press publications. For more insights please register for our client magazine.
Study Results

2024 Raw Materials Study Results: Insights on commodity procur...

This year, corporate and purchasing decision-makers from various industries shared their opinions and current approaches to raw materials management in procurement with us.

Magazine

Managing volatility in raw materials procurement

In a world increasingly shaken by geopolitical risks, blocked supply chains, and a strong dependence on critical raw materials, companies must rethink their raw material procurement strategies.

Article

INVERTO Volatility Manager

The INVERTO Volatility Manager is an indispensable tool for managing procurement cost volatility. It analyses directand indirect cost factors and evaluates their impact on both component and portfolio level, while also taking country specifics into ...

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Further Insights

White paper

Blueprint: Unveiling the future of automotive procurement

As the automotive industry faces the triple challenge of electrification, autonomous driving, and innovative mobility models, the role of procurement has never been more critical.

Video

Strategic CAPEX procurement for infrastructure projects

Capital expenditure (CapEx) investments are at an all-time high, driven by the growing demand for modernized and resilient systems across transportation, utilities, and construction sectors.

Decarbonisation

Meeting the energy industry’s challenges with strategic procur...

We explore the specific challenges faced by each sector and how procurement can be a catalyst for successful outcomes.

Article

Sustainable procurement: from words to deeds in five steps

Sustainable Procurement is more than a trend, it is fundamental to address in order to be able to achieve success in the supply chain.

Energy Networks & Transition

CAPEX Procurement in Energy Study 2024: Challenges, best pract...

We gathered insights from over 350 energy sector leaders on their approaches to CAPEX procurement.

Article

Negotiation Excellence: How Holistic Supplier Evaluation Deliv...

By adopting the holistic business case evaluation—together with the Bonus/Malus approach—companies can revolutionize their procurement processes.

Article

Enhance R&D Efficiency: Strategic Procurement Solutions f...

R&D cost optimization in pharmaceuticals: How to unleash procurement’s strategic impact R&D market landscape in pharmaceuticals presents new strategic opportunities

Article

Is nearshoring a suitable strategy for your fashion brand?

Fashion brands are increasingly relocating their manufacturing operations from Asia to North Africa and regions closer to their primary markets.

Video

Unlocking Procurement’s Future

This is the focus of our "Procurement Let's Get Real" video series, where we take a deep dive into these transformative technologies and explore practical examples of how they can be applied to solve real-world procurement challenges.

Video

Mastering Cost Control with INVERTO’s Volatility Manager

Unlock powerful strategies and boost your company’s financial performance with proven techniques for inventory management, payment terms and cash management. Discover how you can leverage working capital to keep your business thriving in all market c...

Video

Navigate economic challenges with effective working capital st...

Discover how you can leverage working capital to keep your business thriving in all market conditions.