Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they explore DOGE, and think through what might be the largest procurement transformation in the history of humanity. The importance of continuous improvement within procurement and the challenges of government efficiency and spending. Let's delve into the complexities of government procurement, the need for patience in achieving savings goals, and the impact of that regulations have on spending. Alan and Tom share personal experiences and insights on how to navigate the procurement landscape effectively while revealing some of the deeper mission of the Rebuild Procurement Podcast. Let's go!

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Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the latest trends in procurement, touching on how procurement may have a bigger lever than sales to drive bottom line impact. What exactly is coffee roulette and how this can have a great impact on organizational culture. How deep is your organizational debt; thinking through processes and tech debt as if you were Dave Ramsey. Hang out with Tom and Alan as they tip toe around the latest election results and what that could mean for procurement and the greater economy as a whole on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement.

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Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the latest trends in procurement, focusing on the integration of desktop AI and automation, while Tom Details the difficulty of enterprise wide adoption for type of deployment. The importance of supply chain resilience, and the critical role of effective delegation in management are also major topics this week. They explore how AI can enhance productivity and efficiency in procurement processes while also addressing the challenges and considerations that come with its implementation. Tom and Alan elaborate on the need for procurement professionals to adapt to changing technologies and to develop strong delegation skills to succeed in their careers.

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Join Tom today as we dive into the origins of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing's meteoric and their roots at Texas Instruments. Tom discusses TSMC's impressive profit margins, its market dominance, and the geopolitical risks associated with its operations. The conversation highlights TSMC's technological advancements, particularly in AI and quantum computing, and offers insights into negotiating strategies with such a powerful supplier. Overall, this episode of Supplier Central on the Rebuild Procurement Podcast highlights the importance of partner positioning as your best bargaining chip when working with a behemoth supplier with nearly $900B in market cap like TSMC.

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Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the evolving landscape of robotics and AI, exploring their applications in various industries, including agriculture and logistics. They highlight the importance of understanding the suitability of tasks for robots versus humans, the economic implications of robotics, and the impact of AI on procurement and interest rates. The discussion also touches on the challenges of measuring inflation and the need for clarity in economic data. Alan and Tom explore various themes surrounding economic predictions, transparency in data, the history of management consulting, and the evolution of procurement practices. They discuss the implications of a potential economic soft landing, the transparency of data in the U.S. compared to other countries, and the historical context of major consulting firms like McKinsey and Kearney. Learn how the 2x2 Kraljic Matrix delivers accurate supplier segmentation and helps procurement teams develop differentiated purchasing strategies.

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Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss space exploration and the latest advancements in technology; Insights and Alan's favorite highlights from the SIG conference; the recent launch of SpaceX's Starship, the future of space travel, and Elon Musk's innovations in robotics and AI. The conversation also highlights the significance of constructive feedback in personal growth and the dynamics of outsourcing in procurement. And finally, we wrap this episode up with a discussion on the procurement cycle and strategies for effective supplier management for category and contract managers.

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Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the importance of procurement policies and the dangers of overzealous regulation. Great news as the ILA dock worker strike was resolved without any major impact to supply chain. FEMA struggles to provide the necessary aid to disaster zones with new storms on the way. Are the issues at FEMA just typical slow moving government bureaucracy, or is there more to the story? Listen in as Tom and Alan discuss the business of procurement from SIG SEG from sunny Palm Springs.

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Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss discuss various aspects of procurement intake and tech leaders in the procurement orchestration space to expand greater visibility in the procurement process. The potential impact of the ILA port strike on supply chains could have been catastrophic for certain export markets like perishable foods, but have thankfully been avoided. The implications of force majeure and understanding how it applies to contract management is essential.

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