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Who could it be now: The New 2023 Titans of Procurement Technology

October 12, 2023

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In 2009, Procurement Insights did a series of interviews and a panel with the leaders for providers I called the New Titans of the SaaS World series. Joining me on June 25th 2009, to discuss their take on this changing of the guard were Anurag Dixit, Vice President, Marketing (Zycus); Steve Wargalla, Vice President, Foundation […]

New Knowledge Note: The Amazonization Of The Distributor Supply Chain

April 22, 2019

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Referencing the March 27th QSTRAT webinar Beyond Accuracy: How Distributors Are Transforming Customer Experience In The Digital Age my latest Knowledge Note will tap into the findings of the webinar’s panel of industry thought leaders in providing you with a clear outline of how you as a distributor can not only survive but thrive in […]

Webinar Video Intro: The Amazonization of the digital supply chain?

March 20, 2019

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A few brief words regarding the upcoming webinar on March 27th, 2019 at 9:30 PM EDT. Be sure to use the link below to register. It is a free webinar and features an international panel of experts who will undoubtedly provide interesting and perhaps even thought-provoking insights. Webinar Intro: The Amazonization of the digital supply […]

Distribution On The Edge: How Digital Is Decentralizing The Distribution Supply Chain

March 8, 2019

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I have known QSTRAT’s Managing Partner Steve Wargalla for many years. In fact, and if memory serves me, we met at a purchasing association conference back in 2007 in St. John’s, Newfoundland or as some call it “The Rock.” For the sake of clarity, it is not the same “Rock” as the one referenced in […]

QStrat and the Advent of the Virtual Buyers Kiosk

October 13, 2010

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When QStrat’s Managing Director Steve Wargalla contacted me about his company’s latest and greatest technological breakthrough, I immediately thought of the ubiquitous influence of the ATM machines that are as prevalent around the globe as the air that we breath.  In short, the words Virtual Buyers Kiosk flashed across my mind, and how this spark […]

“Emerging Giants: The New Titans of the SaaS World” (Guest Profile, Steve Wargalla – QStrat)

June 19, 2009

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As part of our June 25th segment “Emerging Giants; The New Titans of the SaaS World,” we will be featuring senior executives from five of these future “Titans,” highlighting why their organizations are unique, capable and well positioned to reverse the trend of failed initiatives associated with the traditional licensing model vendors. Joining me on June […]

PI Window on Business Presents “Emerging Giants: The New Titans of the SaaS World” (GUEST PROFILE, ANURAG DIXIT – ZYCUS INC.)

June 12, 2009

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As part of our June 25th segment “Emerging Giants; The New Titans of the SaaS World,” we will be featuring senior executives from four of these future “Titans,” highlighting why their organizations are unique, capable and well positioned to reverse the trend of failed initiatives associated with the traditional licensing model vendors. Joining me on June […]

PI Window on Business Presents “Emerging Giants: The New Titans of the SaaS World” (http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Jon-Hansen)

June 2, 2009

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In the spirit of Legendary Business observer Peter C. Newman’s book “Titans: How the New Canadian Establishment Seized Power,” in which he takes a look at globalization’s effect on society and the difference between new and old money, “Emerging Giants; The New Titans of the SaaS World” looks at the passing of the torch from […]

Overcoming the challenges of an ineffective RFP process: Improved collaboration through intelligence synchronization (QStrat Profile)

August 29, 2008

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I have had close to 30 reader responses to my recent posts on the utilization of the RFP or e-tendering process for the acquisition of goods and services. While there have been successful demonstrations of its utilization relative to MERX (MERX: An Evolution to a Broader Market), and of course the Commonwealth of Virginia’s eVA […]

Beyond Lean Six Sigma, the hidden IP value in contracts and bridging the procedural – operational gap in the acquisition of services

August 1, 2008

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Based on the initial level of positive response it is clear that you have noticed that I have launched a Sponsorship Program for the Procurement Insights Blog. As you know, I have historically resisted previous sponsorship overtures as a means of maintaining the highest degree of neutrality in my articles and white papers.  However, it […]