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Article 09.02.2026 2 min. reading time

The China Phenomenon: Why the price no longer tells the whole truth

China is losing its edge as a low-cost manufacturing location – quality, supply chains, and resilience now matter more than price alone.

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Article 27.01.2026 7 min. reading time

Cost control in procurement – Why European manufacturing is more economical in the long term

Total cost of ownership reveals hidden costs of global procurement. Discover why European suppliers are more economical in the long term.

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Article 12.01.2026 6 min. reading time

Trend Report 2026: Time for Honesty

Discover how resilience, TCO, ESG regulations, and digital platforms are fundamentally transforming technical parts procurement in Europe.

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Article 15.12.2025 6 min. reading time

2025 Review – The New Reality in Technical Parts Procurement

Comprehensive 2025 year-end review of technical parts procurement: price trends, TLC/TCO strategies, AI integration, supply chain security, and digital transformation insights.

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Checklist 09.12.2025 7 min. reading time

Buyers checklist

This compact, application-oriented checklist supports technical buyers in preparing, implementing and following up on procurement projects.

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Article 02.12.2025 Updated: 26.10.2026 9 min. reading time

Resilient supply chains in procurement: strategies, measures and KPIs

A resilient supply chain keeps supply running even when disruptions occur. This article covers strategies, measures, KPIs and tools for sourcing made-to-order parts.

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Guide 25.11.2025 5 min. reading time

Digitalisation guide

This guide outlines ways to achieve digital transformation in technical purchasing, including the use of tools, workflows and best practices.

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Whitepaper 11.11.2025 8 min. reading time

Supply chain risks: Purchasing in the face of multiple challenges

This whitepaper analyses the key risks associated with global supply chains, offering technical buyers practical strategies to increase resilience.

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Guide 04.11.2025 4 min. reading time

10 criteria for successful supplier selection

The 10C model outlines technical criteria for systematic supplier evaluation and provides specific tips for operational implementation in purchasing.

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Article 21.10.2025 6 min. reading time

Strategic supplier management in small and medium-sized industrial companies

Technical decision-makers in SMEs learn how structured supplier development and selection can strengthen their procurement strategy.

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