A well-organized and efficient purchasing department has an unquestionably positive effect on the organization’s financial results. Daily work of buyers is strongly connected to minimization of costs and risks in the supply chain. However, over the last years we can observe transformation of the function that will impact work of buyers and managers.  Those changes…

Christmas season is just a step ahead. Every child is waiting for gifts. Here are some tested tricks that can help you optimise your results with Santa Claus. This year it might be too late, but you can use them in the 2019 🙂 Firstly you need to be nice to people and help your…

On our blog we have emphasised multiple times importance of  proper preparation for negotiations. We have described the methods of improving competences in this area. However, we realize that not all our clients have adequate experience, like to negotiate or have enough time to prepare themselves in the best possible way. That is why we…

On our blog, we have described the benefits of periodic audits several times. However, we mainly focused on the benefits for purchasing organizations. Meanwhile, regular checks are also a value for suppliers. And that’s the value they get for free. Below are the 3 most important reasons why suppliers should be audited: Increasing reliability Positive…

How do buyers classify suppliers? Even the most experienced vendors are looking for this answer . Of course, there is no universal classification. Each purchasing organization needs to adapt the process to its needs and the supply management philosophy. We, however, decided to face this difficult task and present one of the most universal classifications.…

Are you a seller? Are you wondering how to actively influence purchasing strategy of the the client? How to achieve and then maintain the status of a strategic supplier? How to build long-lasting and profitable relationship? And how to increase the chances of sales development? We know very well that above questions are asked by…