In a recent article that focuses on overcoming resistance to adopting a green purchasing strategy the author states that “…cost and effectiveness cannot be sacrificed in the drive for better environmental performance.” The author goes on to point out that resistance to implement a green supply chain may be due to concerns about program effectiveness associated costs, and the performance of product that has been recycled.

To download this article and read how one organization became a nationally recognized pioneer in green purchasing, click on the following link: Environmental Purchasing for Indirect Materials

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CAPS Research has released a report that looks at issues related to services spend outsourcing/offshoring. This report is unique in that it contains services spend management information not previously benchmarked or addressed. For example, companies who participated in the study report higher levels of satisfaction with onshore suppliers in all categories measured, with one exception: Value for price paid.

If you are considering the value proposition of offshoring services spend activities you should read this report. Click on the following link: Outsourcing/Offshoring Your Services Spend Narrative

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Data gathered for the recently published benchmark report on eProcurement tools and technologies indicates that 85% of the total spend for goods and services as reported is analyzed using software or web-based technologies. Furthermore, the participants reported a significant increase in eReverse auction spend and a corresponding increase in eReverse auction events.

Click on the following link to download the eProcurement report: FOCUS ON . . . . eProcurement

In addition to downloading the eProcurement report, CAPS Research is offering you an opportunity to get a look at how your organization compares to others within your industry group. If you want a free comparative analysis send an email to benchmark@capsresearch.org and mention the eProcurement report.

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Sincerely,
Phillip Carter, D.B.A.
Executive Director
CAPS Research

CAPS Research is a global research organization jointly sponsored by the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, and the Institute for Supply Management™.