Be bolder to capture savings, says Ariba boss

Purchasing directors need to be bolder in taking advantage of the latest e-procurement, e-sourcing and contract management technology, according to Bob Calderoni, chairman and chief executive of software company Ariba.

Speaking at the launch of three new Ariba applications in Venice, Calderoni said those that didn't risked being left behind.

"I think we're at a point now where chief procurement officers have to start taking bolder moves, or somebody else is going to do it for them," he told SM.

Calderoni predicted there would be "a big push" in adopting spend management...

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