The New Normal - Agile Spend Management for the Post-Recession Era
Ariba Spend Management Day Series
While there are certainly signs that the global economy is on the road to recovery, we're not out of the woods just yet. No one can be certain when the recession will end. But one thing is clear: when it does, we will all be operating under a new state of normal that will require companies to be more agile than ever before.
Procurement organizations of all sizes will need to change the way they operate, capitalize and manage costs. And they will need to leverage a new breed of enterprise applications that balance internal capabilities with external technology, expertise and services delivered via flexible service models, such as Software as a Service in order to do it.
During this year's Spend Management Days, you can participate with other procurement executives and share insights and best practices you can leverage to develop forward-looking strategies for managing costs and risks and positioning your organization to compete more effectively in the new state of normal - whatever that may be.
What are Ariba Spend Management Days?
Designed for executives and practitioners, Ariba Spend Management Days are one-day complimentary events that are focused on providing practical, actionable information you can use to weather the recession and prepare to operate in this new state of "normal."
Why Should I Attend?
- Hear from The Hackett Group, the leading benchmarking and advisory firm, about the steps world-class organizations are taking to emerge from this recession stronger and leaner
- Participate in panel discussions on spend management best practices - from sourcing to contracts to procurement
- Share best practices for supporting a new agile spend management model - balancing internal capabilities with external solutions and expertise
- Learn how leading companies are using spend management and cash management to gain a competitive advantage in the new normal business environment
- Network with your peers!
Procurement, sourcing, IT, legal and finance executives and professionals who are looking to evolve their spend management initiatives and create winning strategies post-recession.
Where are these events taking place?
These one-day events will be held in major cities across North America and Europe. For a complete list and details on dates, locations, and venues, see complete list below. For city-specific information, click on "show event details" for agenda and venue details.
These events have occurred in the past. Please visit our Events page for more information about upcoming events.
Don't see a Spend Management Day in your region? Register for the webinar, Operating in the New Normal: Procurement After the Recession, and download The Hackett Group report, Procurement After the Recession: Are You Emerging Truly Stronger - or Just Leaner?
