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Procurement in a Shifting Economy: Navigating Australia’s Economic Headwinds
By caitlinmccauley
In Article
Posted 25/06/2025

Procurement in a Shifting Economy: Navigating Australia’s Economic Headwinds

ArcBlue Director Chris Gardner explores how procurement leaders can respond to Australia’s evolving economic landscape. With inflation, supply chain disruption, and fiscal tightening reshaping [...]

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Working Capital: The Overlooked Opportunity for Procurement
By caitlinmccauley
In Article
Posted 16/06/2025

Working Capital: The Overlooked Opportunity for Procurement

Procurement holds untapped potential to improve Working Capital by enhancing inventory, payment terms, and supplier relationships. This article explores how greater visibility and collaboration [...]

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The Difficult Mandate: Achieving Bulletproof Resilience at Lowest Cost
By caitlinmccauley
In Article
Posted 11/06/2025

The Difficult Mandate: Achieving Bulletproof Resilience at Lowest Cost

CPOs face a tough mandate: build resilient, future-ready supply chains—at the lowest cost. Discover four key strategies to balance resilience with profitability and lead procurement transformation.

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7 Procurement Priorities for 2025: Your Roadmap to Success
By jalicadealca
In Resources & Downloads
Posted 07/02/2025

7 Procurement Priorities for 2025: Your Roadmap to Success

This report covers 7 priorities that will drive procurement in 2025, offering expert insights to empower procurement teams to thrive in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

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Cost Optimisation Series: Part 4 – Working Capital and Inventory Management
By jalicadealca
In Video
Posted 13/12/2024

Cost Optimisation Series: Part 4 – Working Capital and Inventory Management

ArcBlue's Savings Programme experts, Chris Hodgson and Chris Gardner, provide strategies and practical tips into how CFOs and procurement teams can navigate the complexities of working capital [...]

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Cost Optimisation Series: Part 3 – Maintaining the Value and Recognising Success and Talent
By jalicadealca
In Video
Posted 13/12/2024

Cost Optimisation Series: Part 3 – Maintaining the Value and Recognising Success and Talent

ArcBlue's Savings Programme experts, Chris Hodgson and Chris Gardner, dive into building sustainable savings programs, celebrating wins, and attracting the right talent to thrive in [...]

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Cost Optimisation Series: Part 2 – Buy Better and Spend Better – Capturing the Benefits
By jalicadealca
In Video
Posted 12/12/2024

Cost Optimisation Series: Part 2 – Buy Better and Spend Better – Capturing the Benefits

ArcBlue's Savings Programme experts, Chris Hodgson and Chris Gardner, explore how listening to the business, understanding its pain points, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders are [...]

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Cost Optimisation Series: Part 1 – How Data is Transforming the Procurement Landscape
By jalicadealca
In Video
Posted 12/12/2024

Cost Optimisation Series: Part 1 – How Data is Transforming the Procurement Landscape

ArcBlue's Savings Programme experts, Chris Hodgson and Chris Gardner, share insights into the critical role data plays in driving cost optimisation, improving transparency, and supporting [...]

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From Cost Cutting to Value Creation | 7 Insights Every CFO Should Know
By caitlinmccauley
In Article, News
Posted 20/11/2024

From Cost Cutting to Value Creation | 7 Insights Every CFO Should Know

Cost optimisation isn't just about reducing expenses, they’re a strategic lever for driving performance and organisation value. Here’s where CFOs should focus. ArcBlue spoke with CFO Magazine to [...]

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Empowering Tomorrow’s Procurement – 7 Trends to Prepare for in 2024
By caitlinmccauley
In Article
Posted 07/03/2024

Empowering Tomorrow’s Procurement – 7 Trends to Prepare for in 2024

In 2024 we're experiencing a shifting procurement landscape marked by complex challenges calling for strategic adaptation. In this report, we address 7 key trends to watch in 2024 with advice and [...]

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