Dieter Billen and Kiyoung Song partner at Roland Berger – Consultancy.asia

Procurement, both direct and indirect, might be considered subsidiary, both play an important role in the development of a firm. Understanding the similarities and distinctions between the two can eventually help you prepare for effective supply chain and spend management strategies, even if they are different functions that demand different techniques and technologies.

On this week's Smart Consulting Sourcing Podcast, we discuss the key differences between direct and indirect procurement. We'll outline the advantages and disadvantages of each approach, and help you decide which is best for your organization.

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Demand management is a critical tool for procurement professionals and companies in general. But what are the key steps that can ensure successful Demand Management execution?

On this week’s Smart Consulting Sourcing podcast, we discuss how to create value for your property through demand management. Demand management is a powerful tool that can help you increase the profitability and value of your real estate investment.

We'll cover the methods for managing demand. We'll also look at some tips for maximizing each method's effectiveness.

Feel free to leave a comment and give it a thumbs up, if at any point you like this podcast.

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If you're looking for the right consultant, several factors will help you decide whether a specialist or a generalist is right for your needs.

Making the decision to hire a consultant can be difficult. Do you go with a generalist who can help with a variety of issues or do you choose a specialist who can delve into one particular topic?

On this week’s Smart Consulting Sourcing podcast, we'll explore the benefits and drawbacks of both generalist and specialized consultants so that you can make an informed decision.

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When it comes to making decisions about your business, sometimes you need an outsider's perspective. People often ask the differences between internal and external consultants.

How independent are External and Internal Consultants? How does skills/experience level vary? Let's tackle the 7 most common questions you might have and never dare to ask about internal consultants.

On this week’s Smart Consulting Sourcing podcast, we explore the pros and cons of using internal vs. external consultants to help you make those tough decisions while answering 7 questions about internal vs. external consultants.

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As a business owner, it's important to have positive relationships with your consulting firms.

Positive and mutually beneficial relationships with business partners, clients, and collaborators are essential for every project and effective communication is a crucial ingredient in every relationship.

On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, we'll discuss tips for building strong relationships with your consultants. By following these tips, you'll be able to get the most out of your relationship with them!

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As an executive, you're probably used to making quick decisions. Given the amount of work that you have to do, you can't afford to dither.

When it comes to consultants, many people think that more is always better. However, this isn't always the case. In fact, when you put your consultants in competition with each other, you can often get better results. Find out why.

On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I explain why you should put consultants in competition.

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When looking for the right consultants, it's important to do your research.

If you're looking for reliable and professional advice, look no further than our team of experts! We can help you with everything from real estate investing to finding the right consultants. Contact us today to get started!

The first question is not "do I need a consultant?" Instead ask yourself: do I have an urgent problem? If yes, find your best understanding of the issue and why it needs a solution.

On this week’s Smart Consulting Sourcing podcast, I tell you some tips on how to find the best consultant for your needs.

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There are several markers that define the “Consulting DNA” of a company: the obvious capability & industry experience, but also the footprint, culture, and delivery model.

When it comes to choosing a consulting firm for your next project, there are a few key things you need to keep in mind.

On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, we'll discuss how to qualify a consulting firm and what to look for when making your decision.

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When you are looking for a consultant, it is important to evaluate their quality. We will discuss important factors to consider when making your decision.

It's not easy to find a consulting firm that meets all of your criteria, but it's well worth the effort! By following this straightforward process, you'll find the best fit for you and your project.

On this week’s Smart consulting Sourcing podcast, I tell you how to evaluate the quality of a consultant.

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