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 […]
October 11, 2009
Social networking has redefined how we interact and do business. Nowhere has this been more evident than in the way associations and information sources are attempting to transform themselves into real-time, globally connected intelligence providers. It is an important step as professionals are looking for a collaborative forum that extends beyond the mere provision of […]
September 24, 2009
With all the individual groups within a rapidly growing number of social networks it is important to stand out in critical areas such as the timely and convenient dissemination of needed information. In short, just because you build it (the group), does not necessarily mean they, being professional members, will come. Understanding this new paradigm […]
September 23, 2009
Whenever you bring together a group of thought leaders and practitioners to discuss a topic which by its very definition ensures diverse views you have the makings for a program that will be both informative and engaging. Tomorrow’s PI Window on Business Show will be that and more as I am joined by a guest […]
August 11, 2009
I believe the phrase “spend intelligence” to be misleading. To me, it sounds like a new take or sub-segment of business intelligence software applications which offer analytics and dashboard capabilities and sit on top of existing systems of record. The problem is that spend visibility and analytics is much more complex, requiring data cleansing, rationalization, […]
August 4, 2009
“Progressive business intelligence in key areas such as Spend Management should not only tell you where you have been, but also where you are or where you should be going on an adaptive basis . . . think of true business intelligence in terms of a GPS system that can provide updates on current road […]
July 8, 2009
You can’t address what you do not see or acknowledge! In a recent PI Window on Business segment on 21st Century Leadership, I talked with a guest panel of four internationally acclaimed bestselling authors regarding what else, leadership. The heart of this discussion focused on the key attributes of leadership in today’s complex world, and […]
June 12, 2009
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 […]
November 19, 2009
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