Procurement functions have long recognized the importance of data. However, many procurement teams are realizing that their current data strategies no longer provide them with a competitive edge. Today, the focus is increasingly on fully harnessing the vast amounts of procurement data available —spend, contracts, invoices, usage, supplier performance, and more—to maximize value and drive smarter, more impactful decisions.
Articles by Tyler Higgins
Tyler has robust experience leading multi-year sourcing initiatives within Higher Education, Retail, Consumer Products, Transportation and Energy, achieving over $250M in strategic profitability improvement. He has over 10 years of sourcing experience and developing strategic solutions regarding innovation, automation, process improvements, and strategic programs integral in generating substantial strategic profitability improvement. He has completed projects in a multitude of sourcing categories including temporary labor, most facilities (material and services) areas, IT hardware and software, scientific supplies, supply chain/transportation, outsourcing and human resource benefits. Tyler holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Economics from the University of California, Berkeley, and is a published author in Internet Retailer.