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Click the image on the left to download now!The role of procurement is changing, though the core commitment to creating value that drives its evolution remains the same. In a large part, these changes are being enabled by developments in the technology procurement has at its disposal, allowing CPOs to introduce automation, self-service buying, and detailed analytics that provide more easy-to-use tools that capture larger amounts of data. For these reasons, a center-led model is emerging as the preferred organizational structure for procurement within global organizations. In the midst of these structural changes, the role of the CPO itself is being imbued with the authority to influence the larger strategies of the businesses they serve. With increasingly detailed analytics providing insight on patterns of spending, streamlined tools for processing routine purchases, and invigorated relationships with other department heads, CPOs are entering a period where they are more influential than ever before.Key topics include:Centralization of procurement may not mean scrutiny of purchases made across a global organization; rather, a Procurement Center of Excellence now serves as a strategic command center and provider of consultative value optimization, while recognizing that certain commodities cannot be effectively globalized.Procurement is looking forward to greater levels of automation, Big Data utilization, and more internal client-friendly sourcing tools in order to transcend the tactical focus of their roles, fully dedicating themselves to strategy.

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Click the image on the left to download now! After the economic downturn a few years ago, CEOs have now shifted from basic cost cutting measures to focusing on growth and innovation. Given the critical nature of ERP systems for supporting the daily functions of a business, any savings must still preserve the high level of performance required. Ultimately, the path towards increased efficiency and value around ERP support will be achieved through a close collaboration between IT and procurement, with each department playing a vital role in educating the other and exploring all possible options around unlocking value. Key topics include:Procurement's responsibility for driving business innovationERP software maintenance costsManaging ERP maintenance spendChallenges negotiating with the software mega-vendorsMyths around third-party software support

Click the banner to the left to download the report now! As enterprises move into virtualization and cloud services, the already difficult task of optimizing software and IT infrastructure procurement becomes even more challenging. To optimize software and cloud services spend in this increasingly complex environment, the procurement team needs broad and deep visibility into the enterprise software and cloud infrastructure environment, its vendors, and its users.   Read the “Maximizing Value in Software and Cloud Services Procurement” white paper to learn how software license optimization is the key to maximizing the value of enterprise software and cloud services to your organization.

Click the image on the left to download now! Many Software Companies are increasing the frequency with which they audit their customers.Even though some of these audits are hidden under the guise of a friendly Software Asset Management (SAM) engagement, an audit is an audit no matter what you call it. The number of audits is increasing dramatically because the SAM process has demonstrated a huge return on investment in terms of increased revenue for the Software Company.The amount of data required for an audit—in order to determine what licenses you own, what products youhave deployed; and how many licenses you actually require—can be overwhelming. Companies that are facing an audit can often be frozen by the complexities and sheer volume of data presented.Software Companies are becoming experts at this audit game. They train their audit partners to be veryconservative in how they view the data and to present the facts in their favor.As a business, you need to be proactive in managing the audit experience. This book is designed to help you understand what’s involved in an audit and how you can protect your organization’s interests.

Click the image on the left to download now! This ten-minute guide introduces considerations you may want to take into account when developing a strategy and approach for SAP audit negotiations. Being better prepared, with deep insight and a comprehensive understanding of SAP usage will pay dividends. An optimized SAP deployment that is continuously maintained and managed will give an organization ‘the upper hand' when faced with an audit enabling it to negotiate from a stronger position and indeed benefit by the tune of millions of dollars in savings.

Click the image on the left to download now! This document introduces the basic principles of managing and optimizing the licensing of Oracle databases across the enterprise. It will help you understand the key components of a successful Oracle Software Asset Management (SAM) strategy and provide tips for using the intelligence provided by SAM technologies to reduce both the likelihood and cost of an Oracle audit.

For the first time, ProcureCon IT, Amazon, and Coupa present a research report on how the CIO and CPO can create powerful strategic change in their organizations through collaboration. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, as well as benchmark data gathered on site at the 2017 ProcureCon IT conference. It's a unique report that you won't want to miss. Learn how bringing key leadership together can completely revolutionize the efficiency of your business when you claim your copy of the report. Download your copy now!

ProcureCon’s Annual CPO study is our most anticipated and high profile report we publish each year, and now you can gain the perspective of your most influential peers to jumpstart 2018! Featuring year-over-year analysis, interviews with key industry thought leaders, and exclusive, fresh data from CPOs themselves, this is one report you don’t want to miss out on. Click the image to the left to download your free copy now.