About Procurement's Time To Lead

“Now, more than ever, is the time for procurement to come forward, take their seat as a strategic business adviser and on-the-ground leader to help navigate through this environment for everyone’s benefit. Now’s the time to lead. Let’s do it. Together.” 

That was the challenge sent to our profession at the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis by Coupa’s CEO. While there’s no denying how hard the global pandemic has hit supply networks and businesses, procurement and supply chain leaders now have the eyes and ears of the c-suite. Supplier health, cost containment and risk management are top of mind in the boardroom. 

Procurement now has the opportunity to step up and take the lead in supporting corporate stability and long-term success, throughout the crisis and beyond.