Source One Round Up: August 19, 2016

Source One Round Up: August 19, 2016

Here's a look at where Source One's cost reduction
 experts have been featured this week!

NEW BLOGS:

Consider Potential when Hiring 

Without a doubt, recruiting, especially for procurement and supply management positions is difficult. You ultimately want to know if this candidate has the right skills and traits that will lead to success. So, you take a look at their resume and review a long list of experience or, in some cases you review their resume and see a lack of direct experience. Who do you hire? This week, Source One Project Nicole Mahaffey challenges your preconceptions on hiring based strictly on experience, offering additional factors to consider when evaluating if a candidate is the right fit for your organization. 

Fleet Sourcing: Evaluating Light Fleet Automobile Manufacturers

Having a well-maintained fleet is crucial - but not always easy to manage when it comes to maintaining costs and eliminating rogue spend. Relationships with OEMS and fleet management providers often become deeply rooted within organizations, making transitioning to other providers more challenging. However, achieving cost savings while maintaining a consistent fleet operation is possible. This week, Source One's Senior Supply Chain Analyst Jonathan Groda explains how to get started a strategic sourcing initiative for fleet components. He also shares insight into which areas to focus on during negotiations.