by Janice Marquardt | Jun 2, 2026 | Conferences, Creative Solutions
Welcome to part two of my notes from the Utility Supply Management Alliance (USMA) conference in Florida. If you missed the notes on a team’s success and on creativity, check them out here! Note they are NOT utility-specific or even supply chain-specific, and neither...
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 | 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 24, 2026 | Definitions
I came back early from lunch on a Friday afternoon and there it was, sitting on the desk next to mine. An already-opened pay stub. From the new Design Engineer we had hired two months prior. No one was around, everyone was still at lunch or in the workshop. I knew I...
by Janice Marquardt | Jan 27, 2026 | Definitions, Processes
After filling out first day paperwork and sitting through more cybersecurity training than anyone thought possible, the first thing a procurement professional is asked to do is run a bid. Also known as a “tender” in Europe, a bid is fundamental to procurement –...
