Heather Williams

73 posts

Ex buyer turned tech-founder looking to improve the ways in which buyers make sourcing decisions.

Company News

5 minute read

Find Verified Supplier Contacts and Send Automated Emails with Sourcing Playground

Heather Williams
15th November 2024

Introduction Have you used trade data platforms like Panjiva, Import Genius, or ImportYeti to find suppliers, only to hit a frustrating roadblock? These platforms are great for discovering potential suppliers,…

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Company News

8 minute read

Why Supplier Outreach Is Stuck in the Past (And Why We’re Changing That)

Heather Williams
28th October 2024

Here’s a controversial opinion: Sourcing teams are using 1990s methods to solve 2024’s challenges. Technology is transforming how businesses operate. Many operations and functions have embraced automation and smart tools…

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Company News

2 minute read

Sourcing Playground Speaks at REFASHIOND Ventures’ Miami Fashion Tech Meetup

Heather Williams
4th October 2024

We’re thrilled to share our recent experience at one of the most innovative and inspiring startup meetups in the fashion and supply chain space. Our team, including CEO Heather Williams,…

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Mastering Data Management for Smarter Sourcing and Procurement

Buyer Tips

6 minute read

Mastering Data Management for Smarter Sourcing and Procurement

Heather Williams
14th August 2024

Introduction: We’re in an era of unprecedented data availability, yet many businesses find themselves drowning in information rather than leveraging it for strategic advantage. This is particularly true in sourcing…

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Buyer Tips

4 minute read

How to Use Procurement and Supply Chain Data for Large Scale Optimisation

Heather Williams
15th July 2024

Optimising supply chain operations is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. One of the most powerful tools at a company’s disposal is spend analysis. This comprehensive approach to examining procurement…

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Buyer Tips

2 minute read

Unlocking Efficiency: AI’s Role in Procurement Document Analysis

Heather Williams
11th July 2024

In the fast-paced world of procurement, time is money. One of the most promising applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in this field is its ability to capture and analyse unstructured…

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Company News

4 minute read

Our Journey using AI for Procurement

Heather Williams
25th June 2024

Hey everyone, I wanted to share an exciting update about a new service we’re offering at Sourcing Playground. It’s been quite a journey to get here, and I’m thrilled to tell…

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Sourcing Strategy

12 minute read

Sourcing Mastery: Tackling Challenges, Seizing Opportunities for Modern Sourcing Consultancies

Heather Williams
13th October 2023

Introduction In the ever-shifting sands of global sourcing, gone are the days when sourcing agents could simply act as matchmakers between buyers and suppliers. The modern sourcing agent wears many…

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Sourcing Strategy

13 minute read

Unlock 2024: How To Safeguard Your Manufacturing Supply Chain From Risks

Heather Williams
14th September 2023

Data-driven sourcing technology may be the answer Contents: Introduction It is projected 2023 will end with a $200 billion decline in gross output. While this projection is bleak for…

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