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Unlocking the Value of Third-party Risk Management | Blog

Everest Group

Organizations are increasingly relying on third parties for various functions to cut costs and leverage external expertise, which can introduce significant security risks. While outsourcing to third parties can help organizations enhance operations efficiently, it also introduces the risk of security breaches.

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The Rise of Cloud Marketplaces as a Procurement Channel for Software, SAAS, and Services Solutions | Blog

Everest Group

Our survey of procurement professionals reveals that, along with maximizing the value of unused spend commitments, cloud marketplaces are increasingly favored as a sourcing and purchasing channel for their ability to streamline acquisition and accelerate time-to-market.

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4 smart technologies modernizing sourcing strategy

IBM Services

Sourcing is getting smarter. To start, many organizations have already pivoted from a tactical to a strategic sourcing mindset—which can make all the difference when it comes to gaining and retaining a competitive advantage. But now, the benefits of strategic sourcing are becoming even more attainable thanks to innovation.

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Borderless Outsourcing: Accelerating Digital Transformation

Premier BPO

The transformative solution of borderless outsourcing can help companies enhance efficiency, drive innovation, and gain a competitive edge. Together, these enable businesses to unlock operational efficiencies, mitigate risks, and drive sustainable growth when coupled with a tech-enabled outsourcer.

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The synergy between UEM and medical device risk management

IBM Services

Unified endpoint management (UEM) and medical device risk management concepts go side-by-side to create a robust cybersecurity posture that streamlines device management and ensures the safety and reliability of medical devices used by doctors and nurses at their everyday jobs.

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Procurement Outsourcing (PO) – Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023

Everest Group

Procurement Outsourcing (PO) – Services Procurement Outsourcing (PO) providers are seen as strategic partners by organizations and are playing a critical role in helping them navigate the challenges posed by macroeconomic uncertainties and inflationary pressures by driving cost reduction and enhancing efficiencies.

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Clashing Priorities: Vendor Diversification vs Efficiency and Vendor Risk Management

Sourcing Advisors Group

The growing approved supplier base and decreasing supplier visibility will further deteriorate what is already a bleak performance of most Strategic Sourcing teams. In fact, most firms generate no Strategic Sourcing bottom-line results, as Vendor Spending is increasing as fast, or faster, than Revenue growth. Shortcuts Do Not Work.