Members of the CAPS team have just wrapped up a world tour of events, where we learned about the challenges and best practices of our overseas member companies while bringing some brand new metrics, innovative research, strategies, and engaging discussion to the table.
Meanwhile, the rest of the team was in-office churning out great metrics, immersing ourselves in research, and producing event write-ups from Spring and Summer Critical Issue Exchanges (some of which are listed below and in Knowledge Central now). We're planning a busy Fall of events and research releases, so stay tuned. In the meantime, if there's anything you think we're doing well or something you'd like to see more of, please reply to this email - we'd love to hear from you!
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Benchmarking metrics & survey opportunities
Quick fact: Is API replacing EDI?
In a recent Snapshots survey, participants were asked about their company’s use of application programming interfaces (APIs) to complement or replace electronic data interchange (EDI). Almost two-thirds (64%) of participants say they don’t use APIs for EDI activity and have no plans to, while 25% currently use APIs to complement EDI, but not replace it. In total, 79% say their company uses EDI.
Source: EDI and API, CAPS Research, 2018.
Complete a survey, get helpful metrics in return
Surveys are for both members and non-members. We love your data, and in exchange, everyone who completes a survey receives a complimentary copy of its metric report. That said, CAPS members get extra care: breakout reports and custom survey opportunities. Email us at metrics@capsresearch.org to participate.
Note: If you are signed-up to receive surveys from CAPS, please add capsresearch@qualtrics-research.com and metrics@capsresearch.org to your safe sender list or visit Microsoft's instructions on adding emails to the inbox-safe list.
Surveys in the Pipeline:
Counterfeit Parts
Procurement Training
Integrating Safety Data into Supply Management
Strategic Use of Catalogues
Audits and Assessments
Utilities Industry Survey
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Mark your calendar for CAPS member events
CAPS member events are where our benchmarking and research come to life while attendees create powerful networks that support them in their supply management evolution. Take full advantage of membership and join us for an event this Fall - add these dates to your calendar now. We'll announce registration soon!
September 20: Driving Safety with Your Suppliers | Reston, Virginia
October 16-17: CAPS Supply Management Roundtable - North America | Scottsdale, Arizona
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New in the CAPS Knowledge Central Library
Everyone is welcome to create a CAPS account for access to selected resources, but only members can see the items below:
Eyeing Success - From Analytics to Value Generation
Petroleum Industry Metric Benchmarking Report
Procurement Team Skills and Roles
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CAPS by the Numbers
Institute for Supply Management® and CAPS produce a weekly dashboard infographic of procurement and supply management research and benchmarking findings. Follow us on social media (links below) or visit our archives to check them out, and if you like them, feel free to share them.
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CAPS in the News
CAPS is often cited in the media for our research findings, benchmarking metrics, and supply management expertise. We often share these stores on our Twitter and LinkedIn feeds, so be sure to follow us with the social links at the bottom of this email.
How do best in class supply management practitioners stay ahead of the curve? Our Director Deb Stanton speaks to the strategies leaders are implementing now to prepare for the future: listen to the REV it Up! podcast now
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CAPS Research Membership
CAPS Research corporate members hail from around the globe. Their membership fees enable us to provide practitioner-focused research and benchmarking services, and peer-to-peer networking events, in effective and powerful ways for you. We also offer benchmarking opportunities for smaller companies. Please contact Rick Boyle if you'd like to learn more.
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