{"id":2000,"date":"2015-07-02T13:26:25","date_gmt":"2015-07-02T07:56:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stagingwww.zycus.com\/does-procurement-need-transformation"},"modified":"2024-07-25T11:14:24","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T11:14:24","slug":"does-procurement-need-transformation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/blog\/procurement-technology\/does-procurement-need-transformation","title":{"rendered":"Does Procurement need transformation?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Last night as I scanned through the satellite channels on my television, I stopped on HBO that played the movie \u201cTransformers\u201d. Awestruck by the idea of alien robots turning themselves into everyday vehicles on a normal day, and then suddenly transforming itself into amazing gadgets that fight enemies in a war zone, caught my attention. Of course the movie is far from reality, no one has a confirmation on the existence of aliens, let alone the super natural beings that are otherwise vehicles and could turn into robots.<\/p>\n<p>But the movie made me think about the idea of \u201cTransformation\u201d and being in the procurement space I wondered, Does procurement need transformers? How could they bring about the much needed transformation to evolve as a strategic contributor to business, bringing value beyond savings.<\/p>\n<p>The answer in this case is more realistic compared to the solution Michael has in the movie Transformers!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/646x200.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/646x200.jpg\" alt=\"Transformation\" width=\"646\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>We recently concluded a webinar with <strong>The Hackett Group<\/strong> titled \u201cBuilding a Business Case for Procurement Transformation\u201d which featured <strong>Melanie Flores<\/strong>,<b> <\/b>Head P2P Advisor Practise EMEA, The Hackett Group &amp; <strong>Richard Waugh<\/strong>, VP Corporate Development Zycus Inc. and they provided their insights on how can procurement go about the transformation process.<\/p>\n<h3>IDC Highlights Zycus AI: A Game-Changer in Procure-to-Pay Solutions<\/h3>\n<p>Discover why IDC, a leading global market intelligence firm, recognizes the transformative potential of Zycus AI Solutions in the procure-to-pay space. This video delves into how Zycus&#8217;s innovative technologies are revolutionizing procurement processes and driving efficiency in the Philippines and beyond. Watch the Video to Learn More!<\/p>\n<div data-dyntube-key=\"tM5V1Xp7sUqyZxvD3HZhHA\"><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\nAccess the archived webinar link below to learn about:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ways to benchmark a <a style=\"font-size: 16px; background-color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/blog\/procurement-technology\/you-didnt-know-these-7-steps-of-an-effective-procurement-process\">procurement process<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Road maps of sequencing and deploying underlying technology enablers<\/li>\n<li>Developing business case matrix for developing a winning ROI<\/li>\n<li>Plan and manage change effectively by adopting best practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"su-note\" style=\"border-color: #e5e3a4; border-radius: 5px; -moz-border-radius: 5px; -webkit-border-radius: 5px;\">\n<div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color: #fffdbe; border-color: #ffffff; color: #333333; border-radius: 5px; -moz-border-radius: 5px; -webkit-border-radius: 5px;\">Transformation is a process, and as life happens there are tons of ups and downs. It\u2019s a journey of discovery, innovation and growth.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\n<p><strong>Related Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/blog\/procurement-technology\/technology-sourcing-procurement-and-vendor-management-need-a-center-of-excellence-to-be-digital-business-ready\">Blog \u2013 Technology Sourcing, Procurement and Vendor Management Need a Center of Excellence to Be Digital-Business-Ready<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/blog\/procurement-technology\/five-precepts-to-digital-procurement-transformation\">Blog \u2013 Five Precepts to Digital Procurement Transformation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/solution\/zycus-procure-to-pay-solution-overview\">Zycus Procure to Pay Software<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/knowledge-hub\/whitepapers\/digital-transformation-in-procurement\">White Paper \u2013 Digital Transformation in Procurement<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/knowledge-hub\/whitepapers\/digital-destination-charting-your-digital-procurement-journey\">White paper \u2013 Digital Destination: Charting Your Digital Procurement Journey<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.zycus.com\/freshz\/knowledge-hub\/On-Demand-Webinar\/procurement-leadership-in-digital-age\">Webinar \u2013 Procurement Leadership in the Digital Age: Redefining Technology, Agility and Adaptability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last night as I scanned through the satellite channels on my television, I stopped on HBO that played the movie \u201cTransformers\u201d. Awestruck by the idea of alien robots turning themselves into everyday vehicles on a normal day, and then suddenly transforming itself into amazing gadgets that fight enemies in a war zone, caught my attention. 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