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Transportation sourcing has changed as the world has gotten more complex. Business moves at a break-neck pace. Workforce challenges, cost and demand fluctuations, and other disruptions haven’t stopped. Logistics and sourcing leaders have to think about much more than just capacity and cost.

Address logistics and transportation sourcing challenges
Sourcing optimization is key to navigating shifting markets, especially in volatile markets. Where can you start to optimize transportation sourcing in these dynamic environments?
Download this whitepaper to learn how to:
- Simplify and optimize complex e-auction processes
- Use game theory to create a thoughtful approach to e-auction design
- Integrate ESG principles in e-auction and RFQ processes
"Organizations that strategically combine e-auctions, RFQ strategies, ESG considerations, and comprehensive award criteria position themselves as leaders in the evolving market. The synergistic benefits of these approaches…enable organizations to not only adapt to disruptions but also thrive in an ever-changing business environment."-- Managing Transportation Sourcing in a Dynamic Environment
FAQ
Who is this for?
You’re a logistics or sourcing professional working in an organization with complex sourcing and logistics requirements. You already engage in e-auctions or are considering them as a strategy. You want to unlock savings, enhance your organization’s agility and ability to respond, and make your decisions more efficient.
How will this help me?
You’ll understand how Coupa Sourcing Optimization can help your organization save money and improve efficiency in your transportation sourcing events. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of how to plan various e-auction models, set clear rules, integrate non-price factors into your considerations, and implement dynamic bidding mechanisms.
What if I have special ESG targets? Is this relevant for me?
Yes! This paper also looks at the evolving landscape of transportation sourcing and highlights the benefits of incorporating ESG criteria along with strategic and operational constraints, while setting organizations up for success in a socially responsible and competitive market.

