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5 gifs that explain Accounts Payable

Accounts payable pro tips as told through your favorite gifs. Because what’s better than processing invoices? Gifs, for one. Go ahead and enjoy, and learn something in the process. Did you say year-end...

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[INFOGRAPHIC] Looking for better returns on your cash? Give Dynamic...

Are you a treasurer managing excess cash? Are you fed up with the lack of yield offered by bank deposits and money funds? Do you want to support other departments within your organization? And do you...

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4 ways to equip yourself for the future of finance

You’ve probably heard that technology is disrupting every aspect of treasury, transforming the profession you work in at breakneck speed. But is this really true for you? Or does your day-to-day...

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Innovators and Troublemakers: how the electronic spreadsheet was created

Our industry often focuses on the here-and-now, but there’s a rich history of innovators and troublemakers who’ve reshaped the world of trade. Their creations turned the world of trade on its head and...

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5 stats every AP professional must know

Research from Ardent Partners, in association with Tradeshift, shines a spotlight on the state of the Accounts Payables (AP) profession. Here are five stats you should know. 52% of organizations...

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Supply chain of everything: space, the final supply chain frontier

It’s been a busy few months in space news. This week, NASA scheduled the first all-female spacewalk in history and then promptly canceled it due to a lack of spacesuit availability. And recently, the...

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Welcome to Supply Change, our new podcast on the future of the supply chain

The supply chain world moves fast—new technologies and global forces drive constant change across the industry. To help you keep up, we’ve started Supply Change, a podcast that explores the modern...

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[Guest Post] It’s time to future-proof your treasury career

This is a guest post from Carole Berndt, the Senior Advisor to Transition Hub and former Head of Transaction Banking at RBS and ANZ. The world of work isn’t static. Over the last decade it’s changed...

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Supply chain of everything: the supply chain of Game of Thrones

HBO’s Game of Thrones is beginning its final season this week, bringing to a close one of the most successful series in HBO’s history. But before you get ready for some whitewalker doom, don’t you...

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European businesses embrace supply chain digitization

This is a Guest Post from Carin Ivarsson, Director of Alliances, Nordics, at Tradeshift. Change has never been faster, and will never be as slow as now. This fact couldn’t have been more apparent at a...

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Supply Change episode 2: everyone hates procurement

The burning question: why is it called “procurement” anyway? It used to be called “buying,” then it was called “purchasing,” then “procurement.” For a while it turned into “supply chain management,”...

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How the platform economy is driving supply change: notes from our Spring...

Supply chains are transforming and it’s imperative that businesses take action or risk falling behind. As the Harvard Business Review has said: “those [companies] that move quickly to digitize their...

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3 old school industries innovating with new school technology

3 old school industries innovating with new school technology So you’re in accounts payable, typically not viewed as being at the vanguard of cutting technology. If you’re stuck processing a ton of...

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The connection imperative: why procurement, finance, and treasury are...

Recently, we sat down with Christian Lanng, Tradeshift CEO and co-founder, and featured Gartner analyst, Desere Edwards, Senior Research Director, to explore how collaboration between procurement,...

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Trade, tariffs, and tension: make supplier finance part of the conversation

Earlier this month we looked at how trade tensions are making supply chain flexibility mission critical for businesses.  Here we continue the discussion, looking at why financing should be part of the...

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‘Tis the season to make your accounts payable year-end close successful

It’s always festive at year-end close for accounts payable professionals. And when we say “festive” what we really mean is “hectic.” That’s why we’re giving you the tools to have a successful year-end...

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Top 9 blog posts of 2018

There we have it: 2018 has come and gone. And since it’s the new year, we want to look back and take stock of all the great topics and innovations of 2018. Spare a minute of your new year and join us...

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Curiosity at the edge: announcing the panel program for Tradeshift at Davos 2019

We’re excited to be back in Davos, and even more thrilled about what we have in store. This year, we have a provocative program where we’ll be gathering business leaders, academics, scientists, and...

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National Human Trafficking Awareness Day: it’s time to act

At any one point in time, it’s estimated that 40 million people around the world are victims of human trafficking—nearly 75% of these victims are women and girls. This means they’ve been recruited,...

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[Video] Relevant, timely and provocative: from Davos 2018 to Davos 2019

We’re back in Davos this year, and we’re excited about what we have planned. To get you prepared for our content this year, check out our most thought-provoking moments from Davos 2018. This year, we...

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A view into the World Economic Forum at Davos through 5 inspiring quotes (and...

The World Economic Forum’s annual event in Davos, Switzerland started in 1977 and has since become a major global meeting of the minds where leaders, scholars, and even artists from all corners come...

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So, why is Davos in Davos?

Next week, the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting begins. The unique event brings together an eclectic mix of the world’s most influential people—from politicians and heads of state to private...

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Matt Damon? Yes. Cherie Blair? Of Course. 8 Must-See Speakers in the...

If you’ve ever been to the Tradeshift Sanctuary at Davos, you’ll know that each year we assemble a world-class line-up of speakers to tackle some of the most pressing issues of our time. This year’s...

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Your virtual passport to Davos 2019

The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting kicks off in Davos, Switzerland, tomorrow, and Tradeshift is there in force. If you’re in town, join us at the Tradeshift Sanctuary to relax and take in one of...

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[Davos Recap Video] Same at the edge of different: How diversity will drive...

What gets lost in all the talk about diversity statistics these days is the experience of being different itself, especially for groups who aren’t often represented in the debate. What can we learn...

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[Davos Recap Video] Towards or away from centralization?

While digital networks have made it easier than ever for small producers to sell their goods worldwide, the platforms they use are increasingly dominated by large players. So in this age of...

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[Davos Recap Video] Magic At The Edge Of Menace: How Tech Makes Us Human

There’s a maxim that “technology is neither good nor bad, it just is,” but that feels inadequate in the current climate. Big tech is facing a big backlash. AI and automation are upending the...

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[Davos Recap Video] How news shapes the narrative, and what that means for...

There’s clearly a crisis of trust in the media, fueled by populist leaders determined to disrupt the established order. But what impact does it have on trade and markets, and is it a glitch or here to...

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[Davos Recap Video] Conscience and capitalism: probing the edge in times of...

Brands are entering conversations where they once stood back, taking a stand on issues like race, immigration and gender rights. But should they be? Is it authentic? And do they expect to make a...

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[Davos Recap Video] How to avoid fragmentation of the global trading system

Global trade depends on transparency and trust, which is why fragmentation in commerce is such a huge issue. When small enterprises are cut off from digital networks, they have no transaction history...

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[Davos Recap Video] China at the edge of Africa: what have we learned?

China has invested billions in Africa, constructing roads and bridges and extracting natural resources. But critics say the benefits have not been evenly shared, with many African countries now...

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[Davos Recap Video] ‘Brands need a heartbeat,’ Matt Damon tells Davos,...

More than 800 million people in the world have no easy access to fresh water and walk hours each day to collect it. It’s a massive health crisis, but it also sustains a cycle of poverty that shuts...

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[Davos Recap Video] Silicon Valley has lost its way. What comes next?

With the current backlash against tech, Silicon Valley is struggling to define its place in the world. Is it a crucible for big ideas or an engine of inequality that lacks a moral compass? A bit of...

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Tradeshift’s Magellan 8: what you need to know

Tradeshift’s latest release, Magellan 8, gives you access to a host of significant updates across the platform. With the newest updates, you’ll have an enhanced, more intuitive experience to help you...

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[VIDEO] In conversation with Roger Sutter, Group Treasurer at Kuehne + Nagel...

We sat down with Roger Sutter, Group Treasurer at Kuehne + Nagel Management AG, to talk about the company’s award-winning Tradeshift Supply Chain Financing solution. Here are some highlights from the...

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Treasury trailblazers, meet Dynamic Discounting

If you work for a company with a lot of surplus cash, you probably spend a fair amount of time figuring out what to with that it all. Bank deposits and money fund investments are nice and secure, but...

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The accounts payable year in review: 3 trends that shaped 2018

2018 was a banner year for best-in-class accounts payable specialists, thanks in large part to the continued move towards AP automation across industries. 2019 will be your year to thrive, but before...

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Think differently and supercharge your short-term investment strategy

Managing surplus cash in a low-interest rate environment is a frustrating task for treasury teams. Maximizing returns is an ongoing and seemingly insurmountable challenge. It’s a matter of making sure...

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5 areas treasury needs to focus on in 2019

Many businesses are on the cusp of a revolution as several forces converge and redefine the competitive landscape. Corporate treasury, more now than ever, needs to help business leaders navigate these...

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How AP pros can thrive in 2019

You’ve been hearing about how best-in-class accounts payable departments are innovating and digitizing, and you want to get a share of that success. Your goal is to make your AP department the true...

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Treasury: opportunity knocks (part one)

Damian Glendinning has 41 years of experience working in finance functions at multinational corporations. He’s spent the last 24 years in corporate treasury, most recently leading Lenovo’s global...

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[INFOGRAPHIC] The proactive vs. reactive AP department

Are you working in a proactive or reactive AP department?  Take this quick quiz to find out: Are there any paper invoices on any desk in your office? Do you manually process pdf, email, or fax...

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Treasury: opportunity knocks (Part Two)

In Part One, Damian reflected on all the immense change he encountered in his 24-year treasury career and how this has transformed the role of treasury with multinational companies. In Part Two, he...

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Tradeshift payables technology solutions ranked Best-in-Class in Ardent...

For a “modern solution set, dynamic marketplace and platform, and compelling vision”   Best-in-Class performance We’ve always worked from the fundamental belief of commerce for all—for any company,...

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4 motivating quotes to inspire your treasury strategy

You’re planning on taking your treasury to the next level this year but sometimes you just need a little inspiration to keep you going. Here are a few of our favourite quotes to get you started on your...

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3 big trends in P2P and supply chain you must know about

In a recent webinar, experts from Tradeshift and Ardent Partners discussed some of the biggest trends in P2P and supply chain. Here’s what you need to know. Digitization and the growth of AI and...

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Procurement, meet accounts payable

AP and procurement: two halves of a whole Does AP have anything to do with procurement? We’ve talked before about the great tag-team benefits accounts payable and treasury can have when they work...

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[Infographic] Strategic vs. tactical treasury

Have a feeling your treasury department could do more to support the growth of your company? Fed up with spending most of your time responding to business outcomes when you should be guiding them?...

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Podcast episode 3: Design Thinking — engineering a better supply chain

Episode three is all about design thinking. Roy Anderson interviews Ron Volpe to go deep into what design thinking is and how it applies to the supply chain. So, what is “Design Thinking?” And how...

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Podcast Episode 4—Apps: the secret sauce to digitization

Apps are the secret sauce for supply chain innovation. The ability to digitize transactions and activities is critical to the future of supply chain procurement. As the Harvard Business Review said:...

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