Business in brief library

Procurement and Supply Chain Techniques

Sourcing and Shared Services Market Trends

Sourcing and Shared Services Market Trends

This technique explains what sourcing and shared services trends are, and the importance of actively seeking out these trends to inform organisations how to develop their strategies and stay competitive in the market.

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Sourcing Governance Value

Sourcing Governance Value

Good sourcing governance is key to building sustainable value for all stakeholders in the value chain. Learn what sourcing governance is and the steps and success factors required to implement it effectively.

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Split Sourcing

Split Sourcing

Split sourcing increases the chances of product availability and can lead to cost savings. The concept provides carefully selected case studies and practical advice on implementation.

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Strategic Alignment

Strategic Alignment

Strategic alignment is a fundamental business concept that determines the competitiveness of an organisation. The concept explains how organisations can better achieve strategic alignment to increase growth and profitability - even in the toughest markets and economic climates.

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Strategic Business Units

Strategic Business Units

A strategic business unit is a separate, specialised subsystem in the company which acts as an independent company. Having SBU assists organisations to plan their strategies and make manufacturing decisions. The concept provides a review of the critical issues on an SBU benefits and success factors.

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Succession Planning

Succession Planning

Good succession planning is the key to future proof your organisation. This concept explains how to ensure a consistent effort to create a pool of high potential candidates who possess the critical competencies to step up to critical roles.

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