The new alliance between Accenture and Ariba may signal greater acceptance of cloud technologies for procurement purposes, according to Tim Burt on the Procurement Leaders site. Read more...

The Internet of Things (IoT), Industrial Internet, or whatever you choose to call it is certainly getting its share of publicity as it makes its way along the Gartner Hype Cycle. It seems like everyone's focus is in a little different place on the subject, depending on where it may impact their organization. Read more...

Even though WalMart has built one of the most effective supply chains on earth, we often hear more negatives about the mega-retailer than positives. Based on the impact they're having on supply chain sustainability, that should change. Read more...