Customer relationship management and supplier relationship management each play a critical role in how organizations compete and scale. This blog explains the differences between CRM and SRM, why both are necessary, and how aligning customer and supplier strategies drives stronger operational performance.
Strategic Value is the final pillar of mature Supplier Relationship Management, transforming SRM from operational oversight into a competitive advantage through alignment, risk visibility, and measurable business outcomes.
Partner Health & Strength is a core Supplier Relationship Management discipline that evaluates financial stability, security posture, and market resilience to reduce risk and protect long-term value.
Partner Performance strengthens Supplier Relationship Management by aligning expectations, improving accountability, and giving organizations the visibility they need to drive better outcomes.
Learn how Spend Analysis improves financial clarity, strengthens supplier relationships, and reduces hidden costs. Discover why it’s the foundation of effective Supplier Relationship Management.
Learn how Supplier Relationship Management, Vendor Management, and Procurement work together, where teams often go wrong, and why SRM is essential for long-term performance and predictable results.
Discover how modern Vendor Invoice Management drives stronger supplier relationships, better risk control, and smarter operational performance across the entire supplier lifecycle.
Alleon Group rebuilt Supplier Relationship Management from the ground up — transforming it from reactive vendor oversight into a data-driven strategy for value creation. Discover how modern SRM connects performance, contract management, and supplier health to deliver measurable business outcomes.
Discover how each stage of the vendor lifecycle — from selection to renewal — impacts cost, compliance, and long-term value. Learn where organizations gain efficiency, reduce risk, and unlock innovation through better supplier management.
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Strategically sourcing a need, particularly a challenging or complex one, can be an intimidating process. Where do you start? When do you use a “strategic sourcing” approach versus “buying?” How do you find the right pool of potential partners and then narrow down to the optimal partner who will solve your need?
