How to Ensure Quality When Importing Products

When importing products from a foreign supplier, quality assurance ahead of time is key. However, if having someone on-site is not feasible, here are alternatives to ensure your imported products’ quality:


https://www.tradove.com/blog/How-to-Ensure-Quality-When-Importing-Products.html

International Intellectual Property Rights: Everything Exporters Need to Know

Do you know whether your business requires a copyright or your product requires a patent to protect it? The intricacies of intellectual property law can be difficult to navigate at first glance - get a quick primer with us here:


https://www.tradove.com/blog/Source-Now-How-to-Find-Wholesale-Sellers-of-Any-Product-Online.html

Source Now: How to Find Wholesale Sellers of Any Product Online

Finding the right wholesaler can be a crucial piece in building your organization's successful business strategy. Keep these tips in mind when creating your new online business relationships:

https://www.tradove.com/blog/Source-Now-How-to-Find-Wholesale-Sellers-of-Any-Product-Online.html

Types of Procurement Fraud: Bribery and Kickbacks

Bribery (commonly called kickbacks) is what probably comes to mind when discussing procurement fraud, and indeed it is among the most common. Learn about this process and what to look out for in your own company:

https://www.tradove.com/blog/Types-of-Procurement-Fraud-Bribery-and-Kickbacks.html

4 Marketing Tasks That Can Be Automated

New technologies allow many operations to be automated, freeing up time for your more important tasks. The challenge is learning which ones can be automated and how. Let us help you with today’s post:


https://www.tradove.com/blog/4-Marketing-Tasks-That-Can-Be-Automated.html

Traits of Promising Procurement Software

Procurement software is commonly employed by supply chain managers for all levels of the sourcing process. To tell a good procurement software from the rest, keep an eye out for some key features:

https://www.tradove.com/blog/Traits-of-Promising-Procurement-Software.html

What is a Smart Contract - And How Does it Work with the Blockchain?

You’ve probably heard that blockchain works using smart contracts. But, have you ever wondered just what a “smart contract” is? Learn the ins and outs of smart contracts in TraDove's new article.

https://www.tradove.com/blog/What-is-a-Smart-Contract---And-How-Does-it-Work-with-the-Blockchain.html

3 Important Processes to Tighten Up Your Supply Chain

You’ve got your supply chain functioning, but how optimized is it? Make sure you check off these 3 tips to tighten your supply chain:

https://www.tradove.com/blog/3-Important-Processes-to-Tighten-Up-Your-Supply-Chain.html

The Need for E-Procurement Software

With globalization playing a role in businesses' procurement strategies, the job of supply chain managers who must monitor sourcing from numerous international OEMs has become much more complicated. Learn how specialized e-procurement software can help.


https://www.tradove.com/blog/The-Need-for-E-Procurement-Software.html

How Fast is AI Growing?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an exciting field powering many emerging start-ups around the globe. Learn about its capabilities and how it is continuing to evolve and expand in the business world.


https://www.tradove.com/blog/How-Fast-is-AI-Growing.html

Have you had the chance to hear the new Ar of Procurement podcast feating TraDove's CMO Rowena Ludwig?  Have a listen today:

AOP podcast Episode 299: AOP Special Startup Series, featuring TraDove CMO Rowena Ludwig
https://artofprocurement.com/episode299/

Intro to Procurement: Direct vs. Indirect Procurement


Most procurement falls into one of two categories: Direct and Indirect. And it’s likely your company uses both. So, what are the difference between them what does each involve? Take a look and find out!

https://tradove.com/blog/Intro-to-Procurement-Direct-vs-Indirect-Procurement.html

Intro to Procurement: Specialized Procurement Procedures

Within the broad umbrella of procurement, there are several niche procedures that might be advantageous to a particular business or operation. Join us to learn some of the specialized procurement options that might better fit your business:


https://www.tradove.com/blog/Intro-to-Procurement-Specialized-Procurement-Procedures.html

3 Tools Every Supply Chain Manager Should Be Using

Supply chains are fickle beasts and tools which better facilitate the process are few and far between. Thankfully, technology is starting to catch up to the needs of supply chain managers. Have a look at these three tools no procurement team should be without:


https://www.tradove.com/blog/3-Tools-Every-Supply-Chain-Manager-Should-Be-Using.html

3 Essential Software Tools for Supply Chain Management

Procurement software has been a game-changer for the supply chain process across all industries. However, not all software is created equal. Before making any procurement software purchase, check that it has these 3 tools:

https://www.tradove.com/blog/3-Essential-Software-Tools-for-Supply-Chain-Management.html

Types of Procurement Fraud: Delivery Fraud

Delivery fraud is difficult to define, as it encompasses a broad range of illegal actions undertaken in the guise of procurement. Learn more about this elusive business crime here:

https://www.tradove.com/blog/Types-of-Procurement-Fraud-Delivery-Fraud.html

Types of Procurement Fraud: Conflict of Interest


Unlike most types of procurement fraud, Conflict of Interest doesn’t always mean unavoidable financial or reputational disaster. If managed correctly and above the board, it could even be beneficial. Learn how:

https://www.tradove.com/blog/Types-of-Procurement-Fraud-Conflict-of-Interest.html

Types of Procurement Fraud: Bribery and Kickbacks

When discussing procurement fraud, there are a large number of variations and schemes to look out for. Today, we take a closer look at perhaps the most common: bribery and kickbacks.

https://www.tradove.com/blog/Types-of-Procurement-Fraud-Bribery-and-Kickbacks.html

3 Common Signs of Procurement Fraud

As costly as procurement fraud can be to a company, detecting it often proves very difficult. However, there are some telltale signs to look out for. Try out these top tactics to protect your business:

https://www.tradove.com/blog/3-Common-Signs-of-Procurement-Fraud.html

3 Behaviors to Watch Out For in Your Procurement Team


At least 30% of businesses are thought to have been victims of procurement fraud. Learn what to look for in your procurement team in order to avoid this potential loss in your supply chain.

https://www.tradove.com/blog/3-Behaviors-to-Watch-Out-For-in-Your-Procurement-Team.html