The intent of this module is to provide participants with the information and knowledge to learn how strategic sourcing is critical to successful procurement outcomes, understanding the elements that go into a situation analysis for strategic product purchases, and finding a most efficient way to complete a rich situation analysis. The module will also provide participants with the knowledge to use strategic sourcing tools like Porter’s Five Forces, PEST (Political, Economic, Social, Technological) and SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats).
Customer and business requirements
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What do our customers need and what does the business need?
Spend analysis