Supplier networks – a lively webinar promised tomorrow!
We probably don’t write as much as we should about the giants of the procurement software world, such as SAP / Ariba or Oracle. That’s partly because we tend to get more excited about exciting, new, innovative firms (not that those mentioned can’t be just as innovative). There’s also an element of those giants not being quite so concerned about getting a mention here perhaps compared to a start-up that can’t afford to sponsor Formula One or a golf tournament to get some exposure! But this week we’re covering SAP / Ariba following their recent customer events. And we’re going [...]
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The Great Supplier Network Debate – and Some New Music!
It’s the time of year at Spend Matters where if we’re not furiously writing or attending or speaking at any number of procurement events, we’re putting together free webinars just for you, our readers, to attend. Here are three that will be coming your way in the next few weeks: Tuesday, May 21, 2013 9-10am CDT The Great Debate: Will Supplier Networks Thrive, Implode, or Evolve? This is what AP, treasury, procurement, and supply chain managers need to know about the future of eProcurement, e-invoicing and business connectivity – featuring a live panel discussion that incorporates audience questions and commentary [...]
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