The document discusses strategies for successfully implementing the Ariba Sourcing solution on a global scale. It provides examples from The Chamberlain Group, Sonoco, and Schneider Electric. Key challenges included differing processes/currencies, remote locations, language/cultural barriers. Successful strategies involved identifying regional needs, customized training/support, establishing champions, and metrics to track adoption. Ongoing strategies focused on further training, support from superusers, and committing to sourcing projects.
88% of Purchasing community with Ariba account (1493/1700+ Total number Purchasing avg. Kung-Fu & HR lists)
52% of Purchasing community creating events in Ariba (879/1700+ Total number Purchasing avg. Kung-Fu & HR lists)
1.5% of 2014 events are ERA's (172/11821)
Note:
Kung Fu list with Purch. & Active & GSC & Business Units = 1713
From HR list GSC Purch = 1772