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Contract Implementation: How Procurement Consultants Drive Results

Contract Implementation: How Procurement Consultants Drive Results

Welcome back to Part 2 of our series! If you missed Part 1, be sure to check it out for some great insights into the procurement process and negotiation strategies. In this segment, we’ll dive into the implementation phase, highlighting how procurement consultants make sure that the terms we negotiate…
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Negotiation: How Procurement Consultants Drive Results  

The Role of Procurement Consultants in Negotiation

Today, we’re diving into the procurement process and shining a light on the critical role procurement consultants play during negotiations. By the end of this, you’ll see how effective negotiation strategies can set the stage for procurement success. Before we get into the nitty-gritty of negotiations, let’s take a step…
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How Not to Negotiate:Your Complete 7- Step Guide   

effective negotiation strategies

Imagine this: You’re in a high-stakes negotiation meeting, the future of a multi-million dollar contract hangs in the balance. The room is tense, every word is scrutinized, and one wrong move could cost your company dearly. Have you ever wondered why some negotiations lead to fruitful, long-term partnerships while others…
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27 Mistakes Salespeople Make During Negotiations (and How to Avoid Them)

27 Mistakes Salespeople Make During Negotiations

In the sales realm, the art of negotiation is a crucial skill, as salespeople frequently engage with prospects and clients. The problem is, in today’s marketplace, buyers – whether individuals or corporate entities – are more aggressive when it comes to negotiating terms of purchase. Many sales professionals fall short…
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5 Reasons to Use Reverse Auctions in 2022

Compelling Benefits of Reverse Auctions - Comprara

“What is the best deal you can offer me?” This question is at the heart of negotiations. Of course, a lot of factors must be taken into account when arriving at the answer. The “best deal” isn’t necessarily the lowest price, but the one that allows both parties to achieve their objectives….
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Negotiation Approaches in Procurement – 5 Key Tips

Procurement Negotiation Strategies

It’s one of the oldest art forms in the world, but that doesn’t mean negotiation doesn’t need an update every now and again. A pandemic, supply chain issues and high inflation have combined to transform the negotiation landscape in 2022. Tactics we once relied upon may be more damaging than…
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From Negotiator to Influencer: How to be the Preferred Customer

Strategic and Innovative Relationship

It’s a seller’s market, which means traditional negotiation tactics don’t hold up any longer. Inflation is pushing prices up and sellers are passing this on. Banging a fist on the table and demanding a cost reduction will get you nowhere. More likely, the seller will walk, find another buyer and…
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The right way to do virtual negotiations

Part science, part art, face-to-face negotiation is hard enough to master without the COVID curve ball. Unfortunately, time and tide wait for no one, so being stuck in the office or at home doesn’t mean business takes a break. Negotiations must continue, deals must be brokered, and all of it…
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Want Responsible and Resilient Supply Chains? Wise Negotiation is the Key

Let’s be blunt. Negotiating with large enterprises is not the same as negotiating with small businesses. More specifically, we cannot apply the same risk management standards to a small company that we can to a larger one. It’s a pickle, because we want small businesses to be a part of our supply…
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The Post-COVID Workplace: Can Your Systems Cope?

It’s a testament to what humanity can achieve when we work together that vaccines for COVID-19 are already being administered. While it’s a cause for celebration, it’s important to remember that it will be a long time before we reach worldwide herd immunity (if ever). As procurement professionals, we know…
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