by Janice Marquardt | May 19, 2026 | Benefits, Creative Solutions, Definitions, e-Auctions
My book has been out for a year as of the date this post publishes. This is a date primarily of personal significance, but gives me a chance to highlight some third party reviews and reflect a little on becoming an author. I know some who read these articles are...
by Janice Marquardt | May 12, 2026 | Definitions, e-Auctions
This must be “Frequently Asked Questions” week. Starting at ISMWorld a couple weeks ago, I fielded lots of questions about e-auctions both in casual conversation and in speaking sessions. Then my website administrator suggested adding an FAQ page to my website, so I...
by Janice Marquardt | Apr 14, 2026 | Contracts, e-Auctions
I had the privilege of being part of a six-person procurement team late last year that was helping a client with their strategic sourcing. With 15+ years of experience in supply chain, I was the “baby” of the team, which was an absolute powerhouse of knowledge in how...
by Janice Marquardt | Mar 31, 2026 | e-Auctions, Processes
Ahead of the ISM World conference coming up, I asked my network: What do you want me to cover in my presentations on e-auctions? I received a variety of answers and feedback, and the one that sparked me most came from a supplier. Dan Lunoe at Bamko responded: “I would...
by Janice Marquardt | Mar 3, 2026 | e-Auctions
Here’s a truth that will not surprise you: Sometimes people don’t want to do an e-auction. I’ve talked about convincing the skeptics in the context of procurement transformation, but this is more specific. This sounds like, “An e-auction might be a good idea, BUT . ....
by Janice Marquardt | Feb 17, 2026 | Creative Solutions, e-Auctions, Processes
This week was the week of shifting sands. I’m not sure why this was the week, but multiple e-auctions I’ve been involved with had last-minute changes, unexpected challenges, and a bit of a scramble. This is a learning opportunity for how to deal with very specific...
