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The Lords of Discipline: A Journey of Self Discovery and Shared Experiences (Guest Profile, Troy Evans)
Appearing for the first time as a Guest Host on the December 4th PI Window on Business Show is Jim Bouchard. Jim’s “Think Like a Black Belt” mindset and resulting journey parallels in principle that of the protagonist from Pat Conroy’s 1980 novel “The Lords of Discipline” Will McLean, in that it has ultimately lead […]
Posted in: PI Window on Business (Show), Professional Development
The Lords of Discipline: A Journey of Self Discovery and Shared Experiences (Guest Profile, Neil Ducoff)
November 21, 2009
As reported in my November 20th post, Jim Bouchard will be appearing for the first time as a Guest Host on the December 4th PI Window on Business Show. Joining Jim to offer their unique perspectives on life and the discipline it takes to succeed are three equally inspirational individuals whose understanding and candor will […]
Accountability and Outcome is a Shared Responsibility in the RFP Process
November 21, 2009
It never fails to amaze me that given the amount of research which goes into the production of each PI Window on Business Show, there are always a number of new insights that come to light during the live broadcast. In fact this is one of the reasons why social media is so critical to the procurement profession, […]
Posted in: PI Window on Business (Show), Procurement Trends
The Lords of Discipline: A Journey of Self Discovery and Shared Experiences (Guest Profile, Mark Altman)
November 20, 2009
Appearing for the first time as a Guest Host on the December 4th PI Window on Business Show is Jim Bouchard, whose “Think Like a Black Belt” mindset and 20 year quest for what he refers to as “the keys to personal and professional success,” has made him a much sought after speaker and successful author. Joining Jim […]
eSourcing 2.0 is Here! Upcoming Zycus Webcast Illustrates How Best Practices and Technology Leverages Web 2.0
November 19, 2009
Strategic Sourcing, eSourcing, TCO modeling represent terminology with which we are all familiar. So when you see these elements of a best practice – best outcome strategy being presented within the framework of an upcoming seminar or webcast, it might be easy to assume an attitude of complacency. Especially when it is viewed in the context of […]
Buyers Meeting Point: A Community of Purpose for Purchasing Professionals
November 19, 2009
When I recently spoke with Buyers Meeting Point “BPM” founder Cindy Allen-Murphy about the exciting things that are happening around her web services site for purchasing professionals, I could not help but look beyond the innovative tools and expanding resources to see the emergence of a true “community of purpose.” As you know, I have often lamented (at […]
Redefining the RFP Process: SRS’ RFPBlaster Heralds a New Breakthrough in SaaS Purchasing
November 16, 2009
On my November 5th post titled “Exemption from the Competitive Process: Calculating the Costs of Convenience” I shared with you the press release from SRS Inc. regarding the launch of their new RFPBlaster solution. According to SRS, the RFPBlaster “offers high quality, ready-to-use Request for Proposals (RFPs) for IT managers and procurement specialists.” The release […]
Posted in: Procurement Trends
Your Saturday Smile: Sparky’s Revenge (How To Build Your Own Wildlife Preserve)
November 14, 2009
Indulge me this morning and take a journey back in time with me. It is the mid-sixties and my father (who works at a local meat packing plant) is a wise man who knows how to manage his money, providing for his family of six living in a two-bedroom bungalow. A selfless man, he would […]
Posted in: Your Saturday Smile
The Lords of Discipline: A Journey of Self Discovery and Shared Experiences
November 14, 2009
Will is an outsider and finds life as a first-year cadet in training at the Institute to be physically and emotionally brutal. But he finds solace in three boys who become his great friends: Tradd St. Croix, an “old Charlestonian” (from a very rich and respected family); Dante “Pig” Pignetti; and Mark Santoro, two brawny, […]
Procurement Insights 
November 21, 2009
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