Resources

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Analyst Reports

Hype Cycle for Procurement and Sourcing Solutions, 2023

Curious about this year’s advancements in procurement technology that you might be able to leverage for your business? Check out where Gartner®️ mentions Arkestro as a Sample Vendor for autonomous sourcing, autonomous procurement, and supplier discovery.

Predictive Procurement Orchestration: Four Ways PPO Can Transform the Industry

Today, many procurement teams struggle to draw deep value from their technology investments. The ability to leverage these innovations can create a significant competitive advantage. This report shows how Predictive Procurement Orchestration is challenging the conventional wisdom of what is possible for procurement.

AI-Enhanced Pricing Optionality: Making Supply Chains More Predictable

From the outside, the problem with automotive purchasing seems simple and ubiquitous enough: supply chains are every global economist’s favorite scapegoat in the post-pandemic global economy. In this white paper, co-created with Emerj Artificial Intelligence, we will explore how AI adds value to the automotive purchasing process.

Arkestro Named a Value Leader in Spend Matters 2022 SolutionMap for Sourcing

If you have been evaluating procurement software, the Spend Matters 2022 SolutionMap for Sourcing is a must-read.Spend Matters is the leading analyst for Sourcing, researching innovative products and vendors and recognizing the top players in its SolutionMap.

Procurement’s Future is Embedded Platforms: Introduction to Predictive Procurement Orchestration

The Spend Matters’ analyst team released a white paper on the new market category of predictive procurement orchestration (PPO), and how the use of behavioral science, game theory and machine learning enables powerful new levers for enterprise procurement leaders. Discover how embedded platforms are changing the landscape of procurement.

Procurement Leaders Intense Focus on Data Quality

Most organizations believe that their procurement system centers on people, processes, and technology. What’s missing in this picture? Data. The data that flows through technology and processes and is then interpreted by people to make decisions is a distinct domain. Data is often an integral part of the organization that’s overlooked. See how Arkestro solves the data problem with Predictive Procurement Orchestration.

Championing Procurement Transformation in the C-Suite

We are living in challenging times; companies are facing unprecedented challenges on multiple fronts. Supply scarcity and shortages, inflation, and supply chain disruptions are a few examples. And as often happens in tough times, unique situations create opportunities for procurement. In this white paper, “How PPO Fits into Your Digital Procurement Roadmap,” Spend Matters discusses mobilizing your winning executive team for predictive procurement excellence.