Colleges and universities of all sizes must ensure that they properly manage and track all purchases. These educational institutions also have relationships with suppliers and need to guarantee that the entire purchasing process runs smoothly. Lehigh University recently upgraded its procurement system, but it is...
India and Pakistan have a long history of conflict, though they do see the benefits of international trade between the two counties. A new report by the SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry points to improvement in their relations, but politics and suspicion overriding economics...
As procurement teams work more closely with colleagues in IT, using a multi-part analytics architecture can help break purchasing logjams. But effective data analytics also is required. PYMNTS.com takes a look at a recent report that provides some suggestions on how to accomplish the task.
Perhaps not one of the best kept secrets, but Fleetcor this week made good on the earlier rumors, acquiring fellow B2B fleet card provider Comdata for $3.45 billion. The deal provides Fleetcor four new business segments, including B2B health care and virtual payment card services....
Although it is not impossible for SMEs to secure loans, doing so can be a struggle, particularly for start-ups with limited credit history. Across the globe, other financing options–like asset-based financing–are continuing to grow in popularity. Is asset-backed financing still a strong option for business...
In the apparel industry, suppliers are taking on a bigger role in retailers’ product management. One apparel sector expert see suppliers as becoming more of an inventory manager for their retail clients. Accounts-receivable factoring also is taking on increased importance as retailers seek greater controls...
The ongoing political battle stemming from sanctions and other activities in the Russian/Ukrainian dispute likely will have significant cross-border trading implications, especially in Western Europe. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...
Is 2014 the year of the B2B high-tech financial services bubble? If so, it may already have burst. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...
Recent reports show that revenue for the business travel industry is rising. With more companies sending employees across the globe and back, some cities are making their own preparations for increased travel spend. How can cities actually make the travel process seamless for the corporate...
