Hey procurement pros! Traditional sourcing often feels rigid—RFPs, bids, endless spreadsheets. But what if we flipped the script? Imagine empathising with suppliers' pain points, prototyping innovative contracts, and iterating based on real feedback.
Design thinking in procurement changes everything. Start with user discovery: shadow end-users to uncover hidden needs. Then ideate wild solutions, like collaborative platforms that cut lead times by 30%. Prototype supplier partnerships via hackathons, test with pilots, and refine for scalability.
I've seen teams slash costs 20% while boosting innovation. What's your take? Tried it in category management? Share case studies or challenges!
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