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How to Respond to Supply Chain Disruption? Disrupt ItKelly BarnerMay 31, 2022 Future-ready procurement teams can help minimize impacts of supply chain disruption with a strategy of active supplier data management. Read More

Using Risk-Based Monitoring to Fix Fractured Supply Chains Kelly BarnerApril 21, 2022 Looking for "fractures" in six critical risk areas gives business leaders a place to start repairing and strengthening their supply chains. Read More

Moving to a Perpetual KYC Model: The Benefits and ChallengesNeil IsherwoodMarch 15, 2022 The pandemic has pushed many financial services organizations toward the perpetual Know Your Customer model. Here's what to expect during implementation. Read More

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Data Management: The Key to Strong Revenue OperationsJoseph SantosMarch 3, 2022 Foundational Revenue Operations data is the driving force behind a well-executed ABM program. Here are six key facets of data management to account for in your ... Read More

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The Master Data Management JourneyJoseph SantosJanuary 20, 2022 Data shouldn’t be at the heart of your master data management journey; People should be… communicating and committing to business goals. Read More

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The Truth About a Single Source of Truth for DataJoseph SantosJanuary 14, 2022 The single source of truth is a result of a well-designed and executed data strategy, to provide actionable, dependable, and accurate data at scale. Read More

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There's Not a Data Shortage; It's an Expertise ShortageJoseph SantosDecember 20, 2021 Data challenges are not always due to the lack of data. The issue. is lack of data management expertise or attention paid to data management. Read More

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The First Rule of Data Stewardship: Don't Talk About Data StewardshipJoseph SantosDecember 2, 2021 Data stewardship is crucial to the success of any data-driven enterprise. Here are three core components of a successful data stewardship initiative. Read More

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Embracing the Multifaceted Golden RecordGeorge C. L'Heureux, Jr.November 24, 2021 Adopting a multifaceted approach to a “Golden Record” can help organizations balance agility and the value of their data governance efforts. Read More

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Better Living Through Data Process AutomationGeorge C. L'Heureux, Jr.November 16, 2021 Data process automation is a bit like home electricity. Many of the components are hidden behind walls, so we tend not to be concerned with things we can’t see ... Read More

[eBook] How COVID Has Made Continuously Monitored Supply Chain Data a Must-HaveThe EditorsOctober 11, 2021 In a challenging business climate, continuous monitoring of supply chain data can be an indispensable tool for responding to and guarding against supply disrupt ... Read More

Good Supplier, Bad Supplier: How ESG Data Provides Important CluesRochelle MarchOctober 7, 2021 Part 2 of our series "The ESG Explainer" looks more closely at specific areas where ESG data can highlight risk factors associated with prospective suppliers. Read More

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Four Signs That It's Time to Reevaluate Your Hierarchy StrategyJoseph SantosOctober 6, 2021 Understanding corporate hierarchies is a core principle of a sound enterprise data strategy. Here are a four indicators that it’s time to reassess your linkage ... Read More

[White Paper] How ESG Data Can Help You Build a Better Supplier NetworkThe EditorsOctober 5, 2021 Monitoring supplier ESG data gives a clearer picture of supplier performance -- enabling better, faster identification of potential supply chain weaknesses. Read More

Current Trends in Beneficial Ownership Transparency Reflect Slow but Substantial ProgressPaul WestcottSeptember 10, 2021 The current number of countries indicating their commitment to improving beneficial ownership transparency is encouraging, especially in regions outside Europe. ... Read More

The ESG Explainer: Why ESG Data Is Valuable for Supply ManagementRochelle MarchJuly 8, 2021 Part 1 of a three-part article series that unpacks ESG for procurement and supply management leaders. Here, we discuss why ESG data on businesses is a valuable ... Read More

Why the Procurement Data 'Quick Fix' Will Cost You in the EndJoseph SantosJune 29, 2021 Relying on "temporary" fixes for poor-quality data puts procurement organizations at risk of derailing their journey toward business value creation. Read More

The Resilient Supply Chain — Highlights from Our SurveyThe EditorsMay 24, 2021 Our infographic previews the thought-provoking analysis in our survey “The Resilient Supply Chain: What Procurement Leaders Are Prioritizing in 2021”. Read More

A Man, a Plan, a Canal — and a Renewed Focus on Supply ChainsBrian AlsterApril 14, 2021 President Biden's executive order and the Suez Canal crisis hold sobering lessons for business leaders about fostering supply chain resilience. Read More

The Corporate Transparency Act: AML Program Impacts for Financial InstitutionsTom CosgroveApril 7, 2021 There are both benefits and obligations for financial institutions resulting from the creation of the new FinCEN beneficial ownership registry. Read More

From Disruption to Recovery: In Pursuit of Supply Management ResilienceThe EditorsFebruary 11, 2021 Read about the strategic and technological challenges and priorities of 1,000+ procurement and supply chain leaders we surveyed in the U.S. and U.K. Read More

Six Degrees of Separation: Why You Need to Be Smarter with DataNeil IsherwoodJanuary 5, 2021 The concept of Six Degrees of Separation has gained special significance in the age of COVID-19. Here we explore the application for businesses. Read More

A Record Year for FCPA FinesPaul WestcottJanuary 4, 2021 In 2020, FCPA settlement amounts totaled $2.94 billion in combined resolutions. What can businesses do to better ensure compliance with ABAC laws? Read More

400M Businesses! A B2B Data First!Gary KotovetsNovember 5, 2020 The number of businesses covered by the Dun & Bradstreet Data Cloud has grown by 33% over the past 2 years to over 400M businesses, bringing even broader B2B da ... Read More

Don’t Let Modern Slavery Hide in Your Supply ChainThe EditorsAugust 23, 2020 How data can be used to uncover unethical practices and help protect your organisation’s reputation Read More

Safeguarding Supply Chains to Survive and ThriveChris LawsJuly 23, 2020 Discover the importance of data to business continuity in a crisis from Dun & Bradstreet, Supply Management Insider and Professor Richard Wilding OBE. Read More

In Times of Stability or Uncertainty, Dun & Bradstreet Can HelpThe EditorsApril 10, 2020 Data and insights to help you navigate an ever-changing business landscape Read More

Using Data Science for Crisis ManagementThe EditorsApril 9, 2020 Dun & Bradstreet’s Dr Anthony Scriffignano participates in CXOTalk session Read More

Regaining Revenue Confidence in an Economic CrisisDeniz OlcayApril 8, 2020 Dun & Bradstreet’s complimentary Pipeline Health Scan can give you visibility into which of your accounts may be at risk in this pandemic economy. Read More

Driving Demand Digitally in Days of Social DistancingDeniz OlcayMarch 25, 2020 We’ve identified four key impacts of the COVID-19 epidemic may have on go-to-market teams to help you identify new ways to help drive demand. Read More

Busting the Top 10 Myths in Third-Party Risk ManagementThe EditorsDecember 16, 2019 We look at how to reduce third-party risk by challenging some often-held myths - from growing regulatory demands to monitoring, and technology to data, we’ve go ... Read More

Cyber Risk Cited as Top Concern in the Next Six MonthsBrian AlsterSeptember 30, 2019 Learn more about the challenges and opportunities that compliance and procurement professionals face in implementing cybersecurity and AI. Read More

Top Compliance and Procurement Challenges and SolutionsBrian AlsterMarch 11, 2019 Discover what supply and compliance leaders think about and why ESG concerns have risen. Read our report. Read More

Improving Performance Across The EnterpriseJosh MuellerMarch 5, 2019 Learn how data and insights help accelerate revenue, reduce cost, manage risk, and transform your business. Read More

Automating Your Third-Party Risk Management ProgramBrian AlsterJanuary 23, 2019 Learn how automation is the key to successful third-party risk management programs. Read More

7 Steps to Supply Chain ComplianceHemanth Setty October 25, 2018 Learn 7 steps supply management leaders can take to achieve compliance Read More

Compliance & Procurement Execs Cite Trends, Troubles: Sentiment ReportBrian AlsterOctober 12, 2018 Discover what’s on the minds of procurement and compliance professionals – and how things have shifted – in our second Compliance and Procurement Sentiment Repo ... Read More

Master Data Is Mission Critical for Supply and ComplianceThomas CosgroveAugust 15, 2018 Dun & Bradstreet's Head of Master Data Solutions, Vimal Vel, describes how supply & compliance teams can improve performance by implementing master data. Read More

5 Ways Blockchain Will Revolutionize Supplier ManagementBrian AlsterJuly 18, 2018 Blockchain is a digital ledger that records transactions between parties. Here are 5 advantages for businesses using blockchain technology. Read More

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Data and Analytics are the Catalysts for Better PerformanceMichael GoldbergJuly 6, 2018 Getting the most out of your data means knowing what to ask of it. The answers will guide financial decisions, marketing strategy, and supply choices. Read More

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Procurement Pressures Spur Bond with ComplianceBrian AlsterAugust 10, 2017 This white paper explores the converging pressures and challenges that corporations face to address transparency of their products and supply chains. Read More

Defense Contractor Upgrades to Supplier Intelligence PlatformThe EditorsJuly 28, 2017 Learn how we helped this defense contractor better understand the global risk in its supply chain and cleanse its supplier database to prevent disruption. Read More

The Alberta Wildfires: Potential Impacts and OutcomesAdam MorehouseJune 6, 2016 The May 2016 Alberta wildfires will be remembered as one of the most devastating ever. This article explores commercial implications, recommendations and likely ... Read More

Flying High Again - Predict Supply Chain Defects with AnalyticsGeoff FarrellApril 19, 2016 How a major aerospace and defense contractor solved its quality issues by using advanced analytics to predict when and where defects occur in the supply chain. ... Read More

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Enterprise Analytics Study by Dun & BradstreetThe EditorsApril 14, 2016 Insights & Implications for Organizations Inspiring to be Analytically Driven Read More

What’s Unseen Goes Unchecked: Exposing Hidden Risk in Your Supply ChainGeoff FarrellApril 1, 2016 First of two articles on how data and analytics let you achieve multi-tier visibility into your supply chain Read More

Breaking Down the Business Relationships in Breaking BadMichael GoldbergFebruary 16, 2016 Take something away from the Saul Goodman’s of the world; understand your relationships and you will know how to solve problems and manage revenue. Read More

Teck Mines Dun & Bradstreet Data For Efficient, Effective ComplianceThe EditorsJanuary 12, 2016 A leader in responsible resource development turns to Dun & Bradstreet to dig up any corruption and fraud among its vendors and suppliers Read More

Third-Party RiskThe EditorsJanuary 12, 2016 Expert takes on avoiding disruption and maximizing efficiency through deep data insight and powerful analytics Read More

Dun & Bradstreet's Client CommitmentTom Rauker Detailed steps that Dun & Bradstreet is taking to minimize the impact of COVID-19 on our operations. Read More

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