Build vs Buy Dilemma
The build vs. buy debate has become outdated. Most organisations frame this as a binary choice when the reality is more nuanced: modern procurement technology is modular, composable, and increasingly accessible to non-developers. The strategic question isn’t whether to build or buy but how to combine foundational platforms with custom logic to create systems that […]
The Reality of AI in Procurement
AI in Procurement: A Realistic Assessment What I’ve learned about harnessing artificial intelligence in procurement whilst avoiding the hype trap After spending the past few years watching AI evolve in procurement and now being more involved in panels, webinars, events, demos with suppliers and even playing around with the Claude API, I can tell you […]
The DIY Procurement Approach & Outsmarting the Enterprise Suites
You can also listen to this compelling case on the Season 6 of The Procurement Software Podcast from James Meads. Links on your favourite podcast player: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Youtube | Captivate.fm How a ride-hailer transformed €XXXM in procurement spend by maximising existing tools instead of chasing expensive enterprise solutions Too many companies […]
The SaaS Navigator: A Practical Guide to SaaS Negotiation
Download the Free Guide and Start Saving Now! A straightforward framework for procurement and finance teams navigating software vendor negotiations Why This Matters Software spending keeps growing. The global SaaS market will expand from $317.55 billion in 2024 to $1,228.87 billion by 2032. A 2024 Gartner survey found 60% of companies are budgeting more for […]