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	Marketing-Supplier Relationship in the Apparel, Footwear & Accessories Industry In the Apparel, Footwear & Accessories (AFA) marketing world, the quicker your ability to move, the quicker you can succeed. And, the increasingly important role of Procurement in managing supplier relationships can indirectly help influence a brand's marketing success. But, how does Procurement build and manage a supplier base that allows marketing organizations to capitalize on emerging trends in AFA industry? Download
	Streamline Your Purchasing with P-Cards Purchasing Cards (P-Cards) are not a new concept, but remain overlooked by Procurement as an expert's tool to streamline purchasing processes for low cost items. However, the successful adoption of a P-Card program is possible by following policy guidelines and ensuring effective communication. Add to this, the big question whether to outsource or not. Download
	Change Management in Procurement Outsourcing   Organizations tend to underestimate the true potential of instituting a change management process in business situations requiring procurement outsourcing solutions. But, how to tackle all change agents to ensure an effective change management program? Download
	Trend Report - GEP Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Outlook 2012   The year 2012 brings in a whole new set of challenges for your procurement organization. GEP brings you the top five trends in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement that will present significant opportunities bottom-line improvements and process enhancements in the near future. Download
	Ocean Freight - Unlocking Value in Hidden Cost Drivers   Volatile market conditions suggest both freight forwarders and shippers will be getting more reluctant to sign year-long flat rate agreements for ocean freight services. And with an increasing need for ocean transportation, how does one get the best deal? Download
	Digital Marketing Agencies: Partners for Today & Tomorrow   Organizations, in today’s extremely dynamic environment, look to various digital media opportunities to establish or spread their brand presence. But, how can Procurement evaluate the SLAs and pricing models of a digital agency to strategically source such services? Download
	Strategic Sourcing Overview: Manufacturing Services   Decoding the complexities of sourcing services requires more than just accurate demand forecasts and compliance. But when sourced strategically, the complex nature of these categories often yields huge savings. Download
	Effective Performance Measurement in Procurement BPO   As enterprises look to procurement as a natural candidate for outsourcing, the question has changed from “Should we outsource Procurement?” to “How should we best manage this outsourced function?” But is your organization prepared to track the performance of your procurement service provider? . Download
	Trends in Procurement Technology: Missing piece in end-to-end procurement   Technology could mean a lot or nothing at all to Procurement stakeholders - adopting the right mix is crucial. Download
	Enterprise IT Hardware Procurement All the essential do’s and don’ts of Enterprise IT Hardware Procurement in a single whitepaper. Essential reading for both IT and Procurement. Download
	Fuel Surcharge: A Shipper's Perspective Download this whitepaper to find out how Fuel Surcharge is emerging as a leading cost parameter and the strategic and tactical measures to minimize the spend under this category. Download
	Trend Report - Strategic Sourcing Trends: Mid-year review 2011 With a view to track the impact of macroeconomic volatility on your procurement strategy, GEP presents a mid-year review of strategic sourcing trends. Download
	Spend Analysis with Functional Expertise Download this complimentary white paper on leveraging spend analysis to convert raw data into savings. Download
	Understanding Tail-spend Management Find out more on the significance of reporting Tail-spend and identifying potential savings on the category. Download
	Cost Breakdown Analysis - The Final Frontier in Cost Cutting The paper details class leading approaches to Cost Breakdown Analysis for implementing high impact cost reduction programs and end-to-end visibility on input costs. Download
	2011 Procurement Outlook Find out more on how CPOs are playing a bigger role in driving the executive strategy and positioning Procurement as a competitive differentiator. Download
	Making Room For 2011’s New Procurement Initiatives Gather a whole new perspective on how leading Procurement Organizations are meeting their goals of maximizing efficiency and cash savings. Download
	Low Cost Country Sourcing - Navigating Uncharted Opportunities Abroad Learn how Low Cost Country Sourcing has grown in popularity within businesses' management directives as an effective strategy to reduce costs across the supply chain. Download
	Smart PO Policy - Improve Compliance and Go Green 'Smart PO Policy' mandates PO use for nearly all invoices submitted by vendors which enhances compliance, automates the document exchange process, and helps companies 'Go Green.' Download
	Lessons from the Recession - Back to Sourcing Basics Back to Sourcing Basics provides insight into the guiding principles of procurement, spend analysis, strategic sourcing and technology. These principles help create innovative solutions during periods of economic recession. Learn six best practices of procurement transformation that GEP clients have implemented and benefited from during this recession. Download
	Trends in Supply Chain Management in the 21st Century Though companies are adopting supply chain management solutions rapidly, they still face challenges which should be considered and solved for productive and profitable business efforts. Find out what the potential is for Supply Chain Management in the 21st Century and what are the trends associated with it. Download
	Facilities Management Learn the key elements to effective Facilities Management and sourcing including market competition, technology applications, and process. Download
	Sourcing Road Freight Corporations that make informed sourcing decisions are able to better manage their transportation spend, subsequently translating into an invaluable competitive advantage in today’s economic conditions. Download
	Gain Control Over Your Complex MRO Procurement Whether you’re a procurement professional or a novice, MRO resists best practices and is difficult to tame. Learn the 5 steps to improve efficiency and lower MRO spend. Download
	Procuring Professional Services Happiness is watching your law firm bid down their rates by 20%. The right sourcing approach can substantially cut professional services spend without alienating your business units. Download
	Procurement Outsourcing Procurement outsourcing can allow your internal team to focus on strategic areas. Learn how to implement finely honed processes, battle-tested technology, and get access to more suppliers and sources. Download

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