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Procurement professionals know that managing the process of sourcing MRO supplies, facilities maintenance parts, PPE, and other tail-spend categories is no simple task. With multiple suppliers, complex approval workflows, and...

Learn how purchasing cooperatives strengthen supply chain resilience. Aggregated buying power, diversified suppliers, data analytics, and flexible contracts reduce risks. Understand differences between traditional GPOs and modern cooperative models.

In an era of proliferating data and growing emphasis on data literacy, the ability to navigate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) becomes a strategic necessity. Recognizing the need for enhanced efficiency,...

Glenn Pierce, VP of Solution Design at SDI, shares practical advice on preparing for possible disruptions during the impending UPS strike. Learn how diversification, planning, and strategic MRO management can...

Discover effective strategies to address the skilled labor shortage in plant and facilities maintenance, including partnering with educational institutions, diversifying the talent pool, and investing in employee development. SDI offers...

Discover the five crucial components necessary to enable mobile maintenance procurement, including single-source search, real-time material tracking, and the importance of human interaction. Embrace the digital transformation journey with SDI,...

It’s a story that has played out in businesses of all sizes and industries for decades. A company invests in a new supply chain strategy, excited by the potential for...

Few activities bear as heavily on a manufacturing or retail business’s success as the procurement and payment function. Source-to-pay (S2P) solutions dictate the price and terms of raw materials, the...

Fewer qualified workers are available to maintain equipment, causing production slowdowns and stoppages. With less people going into this field and more existing personnel deciding to retire, many companies are...