Best E Procurement Podcasts (2024)

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Transforming Government Procurement: Paola Santana’s Vision for G-Commerce | Founder at E-Government Innovator 49:23

24d ago49:23

49:23

Leadership in government and technology requires not only innovative thinking but also a deep commitment to public service. Today's guest, Paola Santana, exemplifies these qualities as she shares her journey from law and politics to becoming a trailblazer in government technology. Paola Santana is a lawyer, public procurement expert, and serial tec…

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429: Women In Supply Chain, Kameel Gaines 44:28

2h ago44:28

44:28

Kameel Gaines talks about her career journey; her business Rig on Wheels; driver recruitment; & the importance of elevating African American women in trucking. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.37] Kameel’s career journey, and how she found her way from educational sales to trucking recruitment. “Trucking chose me!” [10.38] Why Kameel founded her own…

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APM PMQ (2024) Quality Management (LO18) 13:35

1h ago13:35

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18. Quality Management - This podcast discusses the ability to ensure that outputs are delivered in accordance with requirements, and covers: a) What is meant by quality planning, including an understanding of quality indicators and how these relate to the business case. b) How quality control techniques are used to determine whether success criter…

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APM PMQ (2024) Risk and Issue Management (LO23) 35:23

29m ago35:23

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23. Risk and Issue Management - This podcast discusses the ability to identify and monitor risks (threats and opportunities); plan responses to those risks and respond to issues, and covers: a) The benefits of risk and issue management and the role of contingency planning in projects. b) The purpose and importance of each stage in a risk management…

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NVC's Michael Nieuwesteeg: innovation, the Golden Walnut and AI 31:20

2d ago31:20

31:20

NVC's Michael Nieuwesteeg and Tim Sykes discuss the importance of open and rigorous communication in the context of the Gouden Noot competition (winners announced on 10th October), as well as how packaging approaches both the wide possibilities and the risks associated with Artificial Intelligence - which is the subject of Michael's talk at the Sus…

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Streamlining Industrial Procurement: Unlocking Efficiency and Control 22:28

2d ago22:28

22:28

Ever wondered how you can minimize downtime and keep your industrial manufacturing projects on schedule? Get ready to unlock the secrets of efficient online procurement with actionable strategies for optimizing your purchasing process. In this episode we share transformative insights into creating personalized product lists, setting up custom part …

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Elvire Regnier explores how Procurement supports Sustainability 25:17

3d ago25:17

25:17

Elvire Regnier, founder of the Regenerative-Advisory, "Shaping the future of Procurement and Sales through Regenerative Operating Models" chats with Libby Munford, Editor, ahead of speaking at the Sustainable Packaging Summit in a key panel. We delve into the importance of using a 360 degree approach, and nurturing a balance between key partners, w…

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Episode 47: SPOTLIGHT - OSPE's Energy Task Force 40:17

4d ago40:17

40:17

At OSPE, advocacy is our cornerstone, driving us to create change and progress within the engineering community. To fulfill this commitment, we've established five task forces, each focused on conducting research and providing policy recommendations in areas critical to engineers in Ontario. In part five of our series, we spotlight the work being d…

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Cory Connors interviews Tim & GreenBlue 32:08

7d ago32:08

32:08

Our first every crossover podcast, collaborating with North America's leading packaging podcast Cory Connors, who interviews our very own Tim Sykes, along with Olga Kachook and Tom Pollock, as we discuss the co-located events the Sustainable Packaging Summit and SPC Engage, which together make Amsterdam on 11-12-13 November the not-to-miss opportun…

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428: Create Customer Experiences that Supercharge Success, with Narvar 52:07

5d ago52:07

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Amit Sharma of Narvar talks about leveraging intelligent communication to boost consumer trust, create memorable shopping experiences & maximize conversions. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.56] Amit’s career journey, and how it led him to establish Narvar. [10.12] An overview of Narvar – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers…

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Talking Supply Chain: LogicSource’s Dave Pennino talks procurement trends 28:25

8d ago28:25

28:25

Retailers have faced plenty of changes in recent years, and that has put a spotlight on procurement practices. LogicSource CEO Dave Pennino joined the Talking Supply Chain podcast to talk about the changes taking place in the space.By Brian Straight

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Sustainability Perspectives: Innovation in plant-fibre based packaging 17:50

9d ago17:50

17:50

What are the benefits of using plant fibre-based packaging, what have some of the recent innovations been, and what is the potential for fibre-based packaging beyond wood? Howard Ma, vice president of Yuto Group and Yutoeco discusses this and much more with Elisabeth Skoda. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in …

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Bridging Tech and Healthcare with Richard Lennox- Former COO & Current Health and Senior Director at Skyscanner 36:16

10d ago36:16

36:16

Leadership in technology and operations requires a strategic focus on scaling businesses, empowering teams, and driving innovation. Today's guest, Richard Lennox, exemplifies these qualities as he shares his journey from leading Skyscanner through rapid growth to scaling healthcare innovation at Current Health. Richard Lennox is an experienced tech…

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The Role of Cartonization in Reducing E-Commerce Shipping Costs 18:05

11d ago18:05

18:05

As e-commerce continues to grow, packout, the final stage of preparing items for shipment, has become a key bottleneck in fulfillment operations. Listen to this podcast to hear how cartonization -- a method for selecting the most efficient way to pack orders -- can optimize packout efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline the entire fulfillment pro…

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Vikas Chhajer: Valuing waste and workers in India and beyond 26:20

11d ago26:20

26:20

As one of the world’s biggest recyclers by volume, Gemini Corporation has been working to establish scrap materials as a valuable, traceable resource for the past 35 years. Emma Liggins sits down with Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer Vikas Chhajer to hear more about the organization’s efforts to improve collection, sorting, and livelihoods…

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AlixPartners Iampieri addresses various freight transportation and logistics services issues and cha... 30:12

12d ago30:12

30:12

In this podcast, LM Group News Editor Jeff Berman interviews Marc Iampieri, global co-leader of the Logistics & Transportation practice, as well as Partner and Managing Director, for New York-based AlixPartners, a New York-based global consulting firm.By Jeff Berman

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427: Leverage Technology to Automate Supplier Data Validation and Mitigate Risk, with Relish 56:30

12d ago56:30

56:30

Jeremy Reeves of Relish & Matt Montgomery of SAP talk about how technology can automate supplier data validation and mitigate risk; our data end games; & AI. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.15] Introductions to today’s guests and what they do. [08.59] An overview of the landscape of supplier data and the challenges of validation. “Supplier manageme…

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Talking Supply Chain: What level or risk are you willing to accept? 34:57

18d ago34:57

34:57

Mitigation can only eliminate some risk in an organization. Aravo's Loren Johnson tells Talking Supply Chain podcast host Brian Straight that it's about learning what level of risk you are willing to accept.By Brian Straight

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66. Talking ESCO's and Energy Procurement with Slattery Energy 30:03

19d ago30:03

30:03

Host Mark Levine, owner of NYC Property Management firm EBMG LLC sits down in the studio with Anthony Corvino and Jim Slattery from Slattery Energy to discuss energy procurement in NYC area buildings. Email the show at nycrealestatepodcast@gmail.com! Topics covered on this episode include: What are ESCO's? Why should we consider locking in rates fo…

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426: Discover the Truth About Digitalization in Container Shipping in 2024, with DCSA 50:28

20d ago50:28

50:28

Thomas Bagge of DCSA & Thomas Morris of FINN Partners talk about digitalization in container shipping; drivers & barriers to change; and progress & priorities. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.45] Introductions to today’s guests and what they do. “DCSA aims to help digitalize and make container shipping more effective. We’re open source and vendor n…

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Sustainability Perspectives: Navigating the green transition with data- driven strategies 45:37

19d ago45:37

45:37

The importance of sustainability is steadily growing, especially in in Europe, due to regulations like the European Commission’s CSRD-based ESRS. Mitja Brgant, Director of European Operations at sustainability analytics specialist Trayak talks us through the importance of a holistic, data-driven approach and what steps companies can take to achieve…

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Sustainability Perspectives: Tackling e-commerce challenges with adhesive tapes 15:00

24d ago15:00

15:00

The e-commerce sector is steadily growing. Adhesive tape producer monta’s Sylvia di Felice discusses e-commerce market conditions, challenges, the opportunities that come from choosing the right adhesive tapes, reducing CO2 emissions, recyclability and more. Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innova…

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425: Women In Supply Chain, Josephine Coombe 46:09

27d ago46:09

46:09

Josephine Coombe talks about her career journey; how marketing has changed; work/life balance; & why it’s never been a more exciting time to be in supply chain. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.26] Josephine’s career journey; her transition from the arts to technology and supply chain; and why embracing ambiguity is a good thing. “I wouldn’t say my …

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Talking Supply Chain: Elections and preparing the supply chain 25:15

1M ago25:15

25:15

The upcoming U.S. presidential election represents the latest test of the global supply chain, with each party pitching a different vision for global trade.By Brian Straight

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Optimizing Online Procurement: Strategies for Efficiency and Accuracy 18:14

1M ago18:14

18:14

How much time and money could you save by optimizing your online procurement process? Find out as we explore key strategies for enhancing efficiency and accuracy in industrial manufacturing procurement. We discuss the pivotal role of logging into your account for personalized pricing, real-time product availability, and shipping estimates. Learn ho…

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424: Orchestrate and Optimize Your Terminal Operations, with Lynxis 43:34

1M ago43:34

43:34

Larry Cuddy of Lynxis talks about transforming terminal operations; consolidating solutions; & his vision for the landside logistics facilities of tomorrow. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.39] Larry’s career journey and unrivalled passion for supply chain. “My journey is so special because I love what I do. I have to pinch myself, because it’s real…

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Episode 46: SPOTLIGHT - OSPE's Sustainable Cities Task Force 22:22

1M ago22:22

22:22

At OSPE, advocacy is our cornerstone, driving us to create change and progress within the engineering community. To fulfill this commitment, we've established five task forces, each focused on conducting research and providing policy recommendations in areas critical to engineers in Ontario. In part five of our series, we spotlight the work being d…

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Sustainability Perspectives: The machinery manufacturer’s view on flexibles 17:00

1M ago17:00

17:00

What are the key trends in the flexible packaging market right now? How does a machinery manufacturer tackle the sustainability demands on flexible packaging such as design for recycling and novel materials? How does collaboration help tackle these challenges? Bobst’s Sara Alexander discusses this and much more with Elisabeth Skoda. Packaging Europ…

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Talking Supply Chain: ALAN ensures disaster relief supplies arrive on time 30:59

1M ago30:59

30:59

The nonprofit organization American Logistics Aid Network helps coordinate logistics and supply chain services for relief agencies, connecting those groups with transportation and shipping services in disaster areas.By Brian Straight

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Looking at the freight economy with Breakthrough’s Matt Muenster 24:25

1M ago24:25

24:25

In this podcast, Jeff Berman, Group News Editor for Logistics Management and the Peerless Media Supply Chain Group, interviews Matt Muenster, Chief Economist for Green Bay, Wisc.-based Breakthrough, an innovator in transportation management, dedicated to creating transparent and fair strategies for the world's leading shippers.…

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Brand Safety & Platform Integrity at Spotify, TikTok and Google with from Dave Byrne 48:05

1M ago48:05

48:05

Leadership in digital ecosystems requires a commitment to safety, trust, and ethical practices. Our guest today, Dave Byrne, founder of Trust Raise and a member of the Irish Digital Board, shares his journey from major tech giants to establishing a company dedicated to improving the integrity of digital platforms. Dave Byrne has had an illustrious …

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Simplify Budget, Specification, and Collaboration Management 27:37

1M ago27:37

27:37

Join Fohlio and special guest, Blima Ehrentreu, CEO and Founder of The Designers Group, as we discuss successful strategies to ensure easy specification of your project's FF&E, OS&E, and Finishes, analyze cost breakdowns, and manage the approval process.By Fohlio Inc.

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423: Flipping Product Compliance From Cost Center to Profit Engine, with Assent 45:50

1M ago45:50

45:50

Ryan Zelhofer of Assent talks about PFAS management & evolving regulations; understanding risk; working with suppliers; & compliance as a competitive advantage. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.35] An overview of Assent – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers. “We’re a SaaS company, with a flair of personal touch!” [07.31] Th…

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APM PMQ (2024) Budgeting and Cost Control (LO22) 18:10

2M ago18:10

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22. Budgeting and Cost Control - This budget discusses the ability to estimate costs, develop and agree budgets and monitor actual costs against forecast costs, and covers: a) How to create a budget (including the use of a cost breakdown structure) and the different costs included in a budget (fixed, variable, direct, indirect etc.) b) How to forec…

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Talking Supply Chain: Gen AI’s slow start 28:11

2M ago28:11

28:11

EY's Matthew Burton joined the Talking Supply Chain podcast to explain research that shows Generative AI is still in the early stages of transforming supply chains.By 24/7 Staff

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APM PMQ (2024) Resource Management (LO21) 17:39

2M ago17:39

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21. Resource Management - This podcast discusses the ability to identify and schedule the required internal and external resources, and covers: a) How to determine the resources required and their availability to deliver activities within a project. b) How an organisational breakdown structure is used to create a responsibility assignment matrix (R…

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APM PMQ (2024) Schedule Management (LO20) 20:41

2M ago20:41

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20. Schedule Management - This podcast discusses the ability to undertake time-based planning with an emphasis on activities and resource, and covers: a) How to define scope in terms of outputs, outcomes and benefits (including the use of product, work and cost breakdown structures). b) The links and dependencies between activities within a project…

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APM PMQ (2024) Integrated Planning (LO19) 12:25

2M ago12:25

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19. Integrated Planning - This podcast discusses the ability to incorporate multiple plans and processes into an integrated project management plan, and covers: a) The format for an effective integrated project management plan and its typical contents. b) The importance of producing an integrated project management plan.…

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APM PMQ (2024) Procurement (LO5) 27:09

2M ago27:09

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5. Procurement - This podcast discusses securing the provision of resources, choosing strategies for obtaining best value from supply chains, and covers: a) The purpose and importance of a procurement strategy and the typical contents of a procurement strategy. b) The stages of a supplier selection process, including how to plan the procurement pro…

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Using existing infrastructure for new materials with Solutum's Daniel Friedmann 28:24

2M ago28:24

28:24

Libby Munford chats with Daniel Friedmann, who has recently been announced as Solutum's Corporate Director and Board Member. Friedmann has been tasked with global scaling of company’s sustainable material with holistic End-of-Life for flexible packaging. Friedmann previously served as Chairman and then also as CEO of Carbon Engineering, the pioneer…

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422: Women In Supply Chain, Kiran Mann 55:46

2M ago55:46

55:46

Kiran Mann talks about her career journey; her experience in the male-dominated auto industry; & why she left the corporate world to found her own business. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.20] Kiran’s early years, and how an unexpected opportunity led her to a successful career in automotive and manufacturing. “It was a temporary situation that tur…

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APM PMQ (2024) Solutions Development (LO17) 10:14

2M ago10:14

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17. Solutions Development - This podcast discusses the ability to determine the optimal solution to satisfy agreed requirements, and covers: a) How to evaluate and prioritise requirements in order to deliver the optimal solution, and the different approaches for different life cycle models, e.g. the use of MVP and MMP in iterative life cycles.…

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Talking Supply Chain: A 3PL with a heart? MonarKonnect tries a new approach 29:02

2M ago29:02

29:02

Canada-based third-party logistics provider is approaching customer interactions differently, hoping a customer-first and caring approach will drive business winsBy Brian Straight

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APM PMQ (2024) Requirements Management (LO16) 17:00

2M ago17:00

17:00

16. Requirements Management - This podcast discusses the ability to capture and monitor the requirements of a project, and covers: a) How to establish scope through requirements management processes (such as gather, analysis, justifying requirements and baseline needs). b) How to manage scope through configuration management processes (such as plan…

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APM PMQ (2024) Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Management (LO10) 23:48

2M ago23:48

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10. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Management - This podcast discusses the ability to work with people internally and externally to achieve intended outcomes, and covers: a) The relationship between stakeholder analysis, influence and engagement. b) The relationship between stakeholder analysis and an effective communication management pl…

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APM PMQ (2024) Benefits Management (LO9) 14:27

2M ago14:27

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9. Benefits Management - This podcast discusses benefits management as the monitoring of benefits realisation throughout a project, and covers: a) What is meant by benefits management (including identification, definition, planning, tracking and realisation). b) The importance of aligning benefits with strategic objectives and ways in which the ben…

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APM PMQ (2024) Business Case (LO4) 15:39

2M ago15:39

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4. Business Case - This podcast discusses the business case as the justification for the initiation, investment and/or continuation of a project in terms of benefits, costs and risks, and it covers: a) The tools and techniques used to determine factors which influence and impact a project’s business case (including PESTLE, SWOT and VUCA). b) The im…

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APM PMQ (2024) Governance Arrangements (LO2) 26:24

2M ago26:24

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2. Governance arrangements - This podcast discusses governance structures as a framework of authority and accountability for the delivery of a project, which align with organisational practice, and covers: a) Knowledge of different types of permanent and temporary organisation structures and their features (including functional, matrix, and project…

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Fashion for Good with Georgia Parker: Making fashion packaging more sustainable 46:04

2M ago46:04

46:04

What are the fashion and textiles industry's biggest problems when it comes to sustainable packaging and where do the solutions lie? To help answer these questions, Victoria Hattersley spoke with Georgia Parker, Innovation Director at Fashion for Good – an organization whose mission is to unite the fashion ecosystem to bring about positive change. …

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Cracking The Code For A Career in Cyber Security with Former FBI Special Agent Dave Mahon 42:31

2M ago42:31

42:31

Cybersecurity is an ever-evolving field that requires continuous learning, adaptability, and a deep understanding of both the technological landscape and human behavior. Today’s guest, Dave Mahon, a seasoned cybersecurity expert with extensive experience in both the private and public sectors, shares his journey from the FBI to leading global cyber…

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