Overview Whether you've been following us for some time or are a new visitor (welcome aboard!) of the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, here is a recap of the Rule 4 eBook of...more
For followers of the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, you know the overall message of Rule 4: Redefine Value Creation is to step back, take stock, and see the bigger picture. T...more
If you've been following the New Rules of Procurement Engagement for a while, you'll know we've recently launched Rule 4: Redefine Value Creation. The overall message of Rule 4 is...more
If you've been following the New Rules of Procurement Engagement for a while, you'll know we've recently launched Rule 4: Redefine Value Creation. The overall message of Rule 4 is...more
It's Time to Redefine Value Creation If you’ve been following the New Rules of Procurement Engagement for a while, you’ll know we’ve recently launched Rule 4: Redefine Valu...more
Overview We are witnessing a profound shift from an Age of Information to the Age of Intelligence driven by rapid advancement in generative AI and machine learning. As these tech...more
Overview For those who've been following us for a while and any new visitors (hello and welcome!) to the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, here is a recap of the Rule 3 eBook g...more
OVERVIEW The New Rules of Procurement Engagement is all about challenging the norms and embracing a new way of thinking that is better suited to today’s ever-evolving commerci...more
OVERVIEW ESG, sustainability and supplier diversity are pressing items on every senior leader’s agenda. As organisations look to decarbonise value chains from end to end, procur...more
OVERVIEW The New Rules of Procurement Engagement is all about challenging the norms and embracing a new way of thinking that is better suited to today’s ever-evolving commercial...more
OVERVIEW There are few areas in the business world where AI has not shown its applicability. But, in the context of supplier relationships that rely heavily on people interacti...more
Rule 3, in our New Rules series, is about embracing innovation at every turn, connecting experiences and insight to reshape supplier relationship performance from the ground up. To...more
Overview In the latest eBook: Reshape Supplier Relationships, we asked leading industry changemakers to share their insight on why the world of SRM is changing and how to move on ...more
Overview The old procurement playbook just won’t cut it anymore. As Rule 1: Reimagine Strategy and Rule 2: Reevaluate Sourcing have shown, high inflation rates, geopolitical unc...more
What are the emerging trends in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) that Procurement should be taking action on, right now? Find out how sustainability, scarcity of resources...more
Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) isn’t just the latest buzzword or ‘nice to have’; it’s a requirement to stay ahead of the curve. But if you are con...more
Is the notion of singling out certain suppliers as strategic”and by definition other suppliers as non-strategic”out of date? In today’s dynamic supply markets, where agili...more
Procurement, like the rest of the business world, is evolving faster than you can say “supply chain revolution”. In the midst of the chaos wrought on supply chains over the ...more
Supplier relationships are a game-changer right now. But old-school Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) tactics won't cut through the challenges procurement is facing. It’s...more
Join leading Changemakers from the world of procure-tech, supplier relationship management and partnerships as they explore key issues impacting the future of supplier relationship...more
Watch On Demand Real views. Real insight. Real world. Join this unique live debate on the shake-up taking place within Finance and Procurement. Our panel of leading though...more
Overview In our New Rules of Procurement Engagement series we are engaging with leading thought leaders and practitioners, from global powerhouses to tech wizards, to gain insight...more
Overview In our New Rules of Procurement Engagement series we are engaging with leading thought leaders and practitioners, from global powerhouses to tech wizards, to gain insight...more
Overview In our New Rules of Procurement Engagement series we are engaging with leading thought leaders and practitioners, from global powerhouses to tech wizards, to gain insight...more
Overview In our New Rules of Procurement Engagement series we are engaging with leading thought leaders and practitioners, from global powerhouses to tech wizards, to gain insight...more
Sourcing Barriers and Challenges: 7 Common Pitfalls to Avoid Overview In the world of sourcing, the more competitive the marketplace, the greater the need to negotiate, score and...more
Surviving and Thriving: Why It's Time to Reevaluate Sourcing Sourcing in times of uncertainty The world of sourcing has changed. And with it comes uncertainty and challenges. ...more
The old rules for procurement are dead. A new breed of procurement professionals is rising. From start-up procurement administrators to enterprise CPOs, these changemakers are on ...more
June 22, 4:00 PM ” 5:00 PM BST Watch On-Demand Despite the impact and new set of challenges resulting from the pandemic, procurement’s momentum has not been thwarted. Instead...more
June 29, 3:00 PM ” 3:45 PM BST Watch On-Demand Seismic changes in the economy, political instability, rising costs, and inflation strike fear in many, yet others seek opportuni...more
Overview For those who've been following us for a while and any new visitors (hello and welcome!) to the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, here is a recap of the Rule 2 eBook g...more
Overview For both regular followers and new visitors (hello and welcome!) to the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, here is a recap of the Rule 1 eBook giving you tips on How to...more
Overview In the latest of our New Rules articles, Canda Rozier, experienced CPO & procurement evangelist, shares her insights on stakeholder engagement. Procurement leader...more
Overview Continuing our exploration of the evolving landscape of procurement, this article delves into the insights shared by thought leaders and practitioners on their prediction...more
Overview Agile. Proactive. Strategic. Digitalisation. Great words that put the proverbial fire in the belly of procurement leaders… but when it comes down to it, how do you be m...more
Overview As procurement continues its transformation from a "cost cutter" to a strategic advisor, the opportunities for driving real business value and making a lasting impact are...more
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CPO At The Crossroads As Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) take on a more critical and strategic role in driving profitability and growth, they find themselves at a crossroads. Th...more
The New Rules of Procurement Engagement - Rule One: Reimagine Strategy. Hear the Changemakers' thoughts on what to expect from the future of procurement strategy. [video widt...more
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Overview Procurement is often seen as a back-office function that is responsible for buying goods and services. However, the last few years have shown the business world that proc...more
What regulatory changes will impact procurement in 2026? Updated July 2026 to reflect new deadlines for the EU AI Act. In 2026, procurement and supply chain leaders face five m...more
What is the EU PPWR? The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is a new regulation designed to reduce packaging waste and improve packaging sustainability across th...more
A procurement maturity assessment is a structured evaluation that measures how effectively an organisation’s procurement function performs across processes, people, technology an...more
In volatile markets, the strongest organisations pair financial discipline with supply resilience. A unified CFO and CPO partnership creates competitive advantage and unlocks enter...more
Securing a seat at the top table is not the finish line for procurement leaders, it is the start. To influence strategy, CPOs must shift the conversation from savings to enterprise...more
We recently shared our vision for modern strategic sourcing in a SIG webinar titled The Procurement Leader’s Strategic Sourcing Activation Plan: A Roadmap for Modern Value Creati...more
Procurement teams that have left behind the tangle of emails, spreadsheets, and paper trails in favour of a streamlined digital environment have already taken a major step forward....more
In the margin-sensitive dynamics of procurement, spend control and managing supplier requests effectively can make the difference between a healthy business and one struggling to s...more
One of the most critical challenges that procurement faces is the lack of spend visibility and data transparency. Companies that rely on manual procurement processes, (like em...more
For procurement managers relying on manual processes, the task of controlling supplier price increases can be a tough challenge. As costs increase and resources remain tight, a...more
Ardent Partners' annual trends and predictions for Procurement in 2025 is here! Covering everything from the rise of AI to political power plays and the ever-present need fo...more
Market Dojo, a leader in eSourcing solutions, has partnered with Focal Point, pioneers in intake and orchestration, to deliver an integrated platform that redefines how procurement...more
With the rapid rise of GenAI, intensifying regulations, and the looming threat of trade wars between dominant nations, 2025 is poised to be a pivotal year for procurement teams wor...more
ABOUT AUTOMATION It’s more important than ever to ensure that your procurement activity is adherent to internal and regulatory requirements, and with limited resources it can be...more
Overview Starting January 1 2025 (applicable for the 2024 Financial Year) the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) sets new standards and requirements for non-finan...more
The title of this article sets forward a question that many business leaders and managers often ponder. But before we address the how or the what, it’s important to consider the ...more
Overview Supplier relationship management (SRM) is far from another corporate buzzword that says a lot while accomplishing very little. Good SRM practices are actually essential f...more
Ardent Partners' annual trends and predictions for Procurement in 2024 is here! Covering everything from the AI revolution, political uncertainties, and the growing impact of co...more
Procurement’s ‘Words of the Year’ “ Navigate 2024 with Confidence 2023 was Procurement’s time to shine, to step up, be more visible (and vocal), and become the valued bu...more
How to Combat Supplier Cost Increases by Automating Your RFQ Process As the world recovers from the last few years of high inflation, geo-political instability and supply chain ch...more
What is eSourcing? eSourcing software is a secure, centralised online environment that helps procurement departments streamline and expand their buying process. It facilitates fas...more
What is eSourcing? eSourcing software is a secure, centralised online environment that helps procurement departments streamline and expand their buying process. It facilitates fas...more
UNDERSTAND WHICH EAUCTION TO USE Market Dojo have a number of blogs about reverse auctions, which type to use and when, however, customers can still feel a little nervous when tak...more
What is eSourcing? eSourcing software is a secure, centralised online environment that helps procurement departments streamline and expand their buying process. It facilitates fas...more
Overview Author: Lewis Barnard “ Head of Business Development, Market Dojo | Read time: 6 minutes Whether you are sourcing stainless steel bolts, packing materials, sustainab...more
Overview: Author: Alun Rafique - CEO & Co-founder, Market Dojo | Read time: 5 minutes In this article, we explore how you can improve your supply chain resilience by un...more
Overview Author: Lewis Barnard - Head of Business Development, Market Dojo | Read time: 5 minutes Being on the front line of procurement challenges we have been hearing mor...more
ESG - Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) is a topic that’s fast becoming an essential part of business practices. Building pressures from not only cu...more
Sustainability or going 'green' has been a global priority for quite some time now. A great example is the UK’s goal of being net-zero by 2050. However, it seems as though the mo...more
From experience, some of us know first hand how it can be difficult to change habits. The same applies to business and introducing new ways of doing things, even if it is proven to...more
What are our top 3 most successful on-demand auctions? There’s no denying that the Covid-19 pandemic placed huge demands on supply chains around the globe. As procurement teams ...more
Over the last eighteen months, a specialist group within the Development Team at Market Dojo have been hard at work on optimising and updating our primary Sourcing offering. One...more
Suppliers in SIM Dojo are assigned a number of statuses in order to make it clear to the Host where they are in the process. There are three important types of status ...more
Those of you in the profession may well have been exposed to the announcement of a fantastic new book on eAuctions, authored by Jacob Gorm Larsen called “A Practical Guide to e-A...more
As the world begins to emerge from Covid, we wanted to share one way in which Market Dojo can help to adjust to the new normal. How the pandemic has affected supply chains Co...more
Before you get started using your Contract Dojo account, it’s important that you’ve considered what information you would like to store so that you can get this set up in your...more
Here's where and how to find out all the latest updates and information from Market Dojo. New eAuction Community The Market Dojo Community has just got better with a new eA...more
We at Market Dojo are delighted to announce the release of our new module SRM Dojo! What is it for? SRM Dojo is a Supplier Relationship Management tool intended to be you...more
This guide is designed to help Superhosts get their SRM account fully set up before making it available to their internal users. SRM Dojo is a tool that manages not only your su...more
Market Dojo has recently launched a host of new pages to better explain the wide range of products available to procurement professionals looking to master their supply chain decis...more
The following Q&A session was held between Market Dojo and Eva Nickolaus, Director of Logistics at the KAISER + KRAFT GmbH Please tell me about yourself, your role in the c...more
The following Q&A session was held between Market Dojo and Brian McAndrews, Chief Store Development Officer at Grocery Outlet. Brian, please tell us in your own words abou...more
Whether you're a seasoned procurement professional or a beginner, you’re more than aware of the pressure to save time AND money. You want to reduce the cycle time of the sourcing...more
Procurement is an important activity in the supply chain process. It’s not just about finding the most cost-effective suppliers or seeking positive supplier reviews. In large sup...more
If you work in procurement or supply chain, you are probably very familiar with the story of Boohoo and issues with their supply chain concerned with working conditions and payment...more
Our Brexit Risk Assessment RFI template is tailored using the knowledge of thousands of RFI's that have been published through our tool. To create both a simple but effective t...more
Our Brexit Risk Assessment RFI template is tailored using the knowledge of thousands of RFI's that have been published through our tool. To create both a simple but effective t...more
With the New Year just around the corner, the Brexit transition period is scheduled to end with new rules for UK businesses trading with the EU from the 1st January 2021. At Mar...more
Qatar Fuel, WOQOD is a Qatari downstream Oil and gas company engaged in the distribution and sale of refined petroleum products, LP Gas, Aviation fuel, Bitumen and Lubricants. They...more
Supplier onboarding can sometimes feel like a necessary evil, seen as another box ticking exercise by procurement. This can be compounded further when antiquated systems or Excel i...more
The following blog is written by our COO and Market Dojo co-founder Nick Drewe. Nick reflects on Market Dojo's 10th year in business and highlights some of our keys successes in wh...more
Spend Matters have just announced the release of the Solutions Maps Q2 for Fall 2020. Market Dojo has been recognised as a dynamic, results-focused solution with both a strong an...more
This blog was written by Nic Martin, our Co-Founder and CTO. Nic studied Physics at University and has an ingrained interest in statistics. Recently a colleague told me about Be...more
Apart from the key workers in the world, during the COVID-19 crisis, procurement professionals have been the heroes of businesses helping to keep organisations afloat. Consumers...more
Mark Dixon founded Regus in 1989 after noticing how many business people were huddled round small coffee tables in busy cafes trying to conduct meetings. Just 11 years later,...more
We were recently asked what well-known consumer brand would we use to describe ourselves. After considering our range of services and our values, specifically our focus of deliveri...more
Initially, many businesses faced some pretty tough choices of over the last few months during the COVID-19 global pandemic, such as: Should our business go into hibernation to...more
With many countries seemingly entering the final stages of the epidemic and a slow sales recovery becoming a reality for many businesses around the world. Procurement has never bee...more
Procurement professionals do and will continue to play a pivotal role in ensuring that many businesses survive the Covid-19 crisis. Whilst many companies have entered a hibernat...more
Due to the current crisis, the need for flexible and on-demand tools for procurement has never been greater. We've put together an infographic to show how on-demand tools can reall...more
Highlights Faster advanced lots Reporting SIM Permissions SRM - first alpha release Other changes Overview May was another productive month for the product t...more
At Market Dojo, we’re offering a free eSourcing or eAuction event using Market Dojo software for NHS trusts. We fully respect the amazing work that those involved with the NHS ar...more
Market Dojo has released a new homepage to better tell the story of how we can help procurement professionals with their activities and show you some great examples of the work we ...more
If there is one positive thing that procurement professionals can draw from the covid 19 pandemic, it is that procurement has been thrust into the spotlight like never before. I ha...more
Distributed teams A distributed team is a team that works together from different geographical locations. People have done this, pretty much forever. They have always relied on ...more
Highlights Faster advanced lots Search for contracts by title Turkish language Improved workflow for expiring/expired documents SIM Permissions Overview April ...more
In the current climate, PPE supply has become a hot topic for everyone, not just procurement. With this in mind, we wanted to take this opportunity to highlight some lessons we’v...more
It’s safe to say that March has not been an enjoyable month for anyone, in any part of the world. We at Market Dojo, all now working from home, have attempted to keep on as norma...more
Market Dojo have been included within the Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2020. This list recognizes the fast-rising companies in the procurement and supply cha...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
After the initial concern of businesses putting the breaks on spending to evaluate the current COVID-19 crisis, data from our platform suggests that businesses are using Market Doj...more
The below is a short message from our CEO and Co-founder, Alun Rafique. Hi everyone, I hope you are all keeping well and healthy in these unprecedented times. At this challeng...more
Effective procurement strategy has never been so important, during this time of crisis. Supply chain professionals will undoubtedly be faced with minimising the impact of any di...more
Market Dojo is supporting businesses across the globe to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on their supply chains. Here are the top ways we can help you now: Read more here...more
Working from home? If you’re a procurement professional working remotely, our solutions are here to help. We have focused on ten key areas to highlight how Market Dojo is he...more
If you’re a procurement professional who is now required to work remotely, our solutions are here to help. We have focused on 6 key areas to highlight how Market Dojo is hel...more
Our software is continuing to support businesses around the world to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on their supply chains. Here are the top ways we can help you now: Run a ...more
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the importance of having an effective procurement strategy has never been greater, with sales forecasts falling off a cliff in many circumstanc...more
The team at Market Dojo have had several meetings over the last week to discuss how we can help businesses' in this unprecedented time of need. We realise that one of the most c...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo CEO and CoFounder, Alun Rafique ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to rea...more
Every year, our development team commissions a third party to test the security of the Market Dojo platform. This specialised piece of work is known as a ‘Penetration Test’ and...more
How Market Dojo is reacting to Coronavirus: We have received some questions from customers about how we will be reacting to the current situation. Things are changing very fast,...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concep...more
Market Dojo has teamed up with our first-ever Brand Ambassador, the highly experienced and accomplished Procurement Leader, Jordan Jansen. Jordan joins Team Dojo with a weal...more
Over the last 40 years, Logitech has pioneered the development of consumer electronics in the high-tech industry. The company operates as a multibrand and multi-category organ...more
In a month full of wet weather across the country, Market Dojo's Dev team have been working hard to bring a little bit of joy to our users. We have continued to work on long-te...more
Discovering reverse auctions Occidental Petroleum (known as Oxy) has been producing and drilling oil in Oman for over 30 years. As the largest independent oil producer in th...more
We have great news for users of Market Dojo, as an update to advanced reporting is now available. Users of our eSourcing, Contract Management and Supplier Onboarding platforms, ...more
When Logitech decided to repatriate its procurement practice, Market Dojo was the logical choice to deliver immediate value. Since 1981 Logitech has grown into a trusted, globa...more
Procurement Leaders have announced their Shortlists for the World Procurement Awards 2020. These prestigious awards celebrate the initiatives, teams and people across the globe ...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
The following guest blog is written by one of the Procurement Industry's top 3 influencers, Dana Small, aka, Ms Category Management. Supplier Contracting - The Real Value of Man...more
The Al Naboodah Group is one of the UAE’s most well-respected family company names, employing over 15,000 staff across 15 businesses. Al Naboodah’s core business covers ci...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
Team Dojo wishes all our users a Happy New Year and an excellent 2020 to come! Going back to December, we rounded off 2019 with a number of enhancements to make our modules quic...more
Since its inception last year most organisations have adapted their processes to meet the data protection regulations set out by GDPR on 25th May 2018. However, following the ba...more
Following our latest and ever popular webinar hosted by Jon Hansen "The Real Obstacle to Digital Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge N...more
The following blog is written by our CEO and Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique. Alun reflects on Market Dojo's 9th year as a business and highlights some of the keys to our succe...more
How many of you still use spreadsheets and emails to run your procurement process? Why? According to almost every industry study going back for as long as anyone can remember, t...more
Nice House of Plastics are a manufacturer of household and industrial plastic Items, providing the East African Region. The company produces a wide range of products, suppor...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo's CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative to spreadsheets an...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative ...more
We love what we do. We care about procurement and helping customers achieve results quickly. We have felt that for too long procurement professionals have had to deal with complex ...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Reordering Documents To ensure that suppliers are able to quickly access important documents, w...more
A guitar signed by International recording artist Ed Sheeran, is set to be ‘eAuctioned’ by a Glasgow based social enterprise on the evening of August 26th. ‘12 Guitars’ who...more
I recently watched a TED talk by author and former dot com business executive, Seth Godin. He was explaining how some ideas and products spread at a much quicker rate than others, ...more
The following blog has been written by Market Dojo's Customer Support Specialist, Chris Barrett. Chris reflects on the past 9 months that he has been with the business and gives a ...more
Market Dojo is pleased to have welcomed our latest recruit Ryan, who has joined us within the role of Webmaster. What made you apply to work at Market Dojo? I was actually he...more
Firstly, what is Big Data? Big data is data sets that are too large or complex to be dealt with by traditional data-processing applications and typically refers to analysing and...more
During our webinar on Wednesday 24th July, we discussed how participants can use simple tactics and strategies to ensure that they increase their effectiveness when taking part in ...more
Market Dojo is pleased to have welcomed our latest recruit Francesco, who has joined us within the role of Front End Developer and Designer. What made you apply to work at Marke...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Hyperlinking Documents In many cases you may want to include a document within the event brief,...more
Following our highly popular and successful "Evolution Before Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge Note outlining the key findings from...more
Global Trade Wars, Gender Pay Gaps, Brexit and Sex Lairs... Peter Smith and Market Dojo Co-Founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe discuss the latest procurement news, draw compari...more
Our eagerly anticipated Contract Management solution is now available! After months of development, we at Market Dojo are delighted to officially announce the launch of our latest...more
It's always an interesting concept running a market analysis survey. As a software provider, we need to know how many of our target market are currently using a product similar ...more
The world is growing more interconnected, and supply chains are getting more complex. Apple’s 2019 list of top suppliers covers companies from the United States, Japan, China, Ko...more
Welcome to Market Dojo's first podcast, hosted by Peter Smith. Peter Smith and Market Dojo CoFounder Alun Rafique discuss procurement news, review "A Licence to Play" a new proc...more
When creating an eSourcing event it is important to include as much information as possible in your brief. Your event brief will be sent to suppliers as part of the invitation emai...more
Perhaps you have run an eAuction and one participant has undercut the field, leaving you wondering how sustainable that price is likely to be? Or maybe you are a participant who is...more
The capabilities of eAuctions are far from foreign to the majority of procurement professionals, with tools such as Market Dojo saving users 16% on average, why are t...more
Our customer support just got even better with the introduction of our latest support platform, ‘Help Dojo’. Help Dojo is an interactive help portal which helps to guide use...more
For our next time saving trick, Market Dojo would like to welcome you to our new Category Hub. The purpose of the category hub is to provide Category Guides for tenders and offe...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
On Saturday the 29th December, news broke out in the UK that the government had awarded more than £102.9 million worth of contracts in case of a ‘No-deal’ Brexit to ...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
What is the problem with single-use plastics? We are hearing about the huge environmental impact that plastics are having on our planet, more specifically our oceans and wildlife,...more
This edition of our Blog is written by Richard Ainley who currently works at Manchester Airports Group as their e-Commerce and Performance Spend Manager. He has previously held sen...more
In the UK especially, it seems that the prices of food and household goods are always on the increase. No matter how often you see those price slashes and discount signs, every yea...more
It’s hard to avoid the political quagmire that is the Home Office decision to source the new UK Passport from French firm Gemalto, ahead of the UK’s De La Rue. There are...more
Brexit, Trump, how did this happen? The unexpectedness of it all caught everyone by surprise. All the polls were wrong. If we could put this down to a singular reason? The ...more
With the EU referendum taking place tonight, should procurement professionals expect a regulation reshuffle? There are arguments both for and against Brexit, but will there be a...more
At Market Dojo, we spend a lot of time thinking about how to make e-Sourcing simple for our customers. We believe that software must be easy to use, and give access to the right ...more
As two of the founding members of Market Dojo are engineers and the other a physicist, we take our maths very seriously. One of the reasons for developing our auction platform fo...more
Great! You have decided that you are going to save time and money by running a reverse auction to negotiate. One of the decisions you will need to make is, 'which type of revers...more
eAuctions remain one of the most powerful yet underutilised tools in procurement. In this practical session, Lewis Barnard, Market Dojo resident Auction Pro, breaks down how to app...more
AI is everywhere in business today, but what does that actually mean for your procurement and accounts payable teams? In this webinar, you’ll get an in-depth look at seven real, ...more
An exclusive procurement insider, live session for senior procurement leaders with Nick Drewe, COO, Co-Founder, and former procurement practitioner. Procurement leaders have made t...more
A practical workshop on how procurement teams can use AI today to speed up sourcing events, improve data accuracy and strengthen decision-making. Explore real workflows for AI guid...more
Procurement is entering a new phase. One defined less by experimentation and more by accountability. In this webinar, Market Dojo's CEO & Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Pro...more
Get ready to dive into the future of procurement! Join us for Market Dojo’s Annual Product Whiteboard Session, where we’ll review our journey over the past year, share real-wor...more
Procurement leaders are under pressure to modernise, embrace AI, impact the board and the bottom line. Yet for many, the reality still involves manual processes, siloed data and li...more
There’s a reason organizations with world-class procurement practices have a 7x higher usage rate of eAuctions. Using eAuctions can help you save up to 15-20% more than tradition...more
We recently shared our vision for modern strategic sourcing in a SIG webinar titled The Procurement Leader’s Strategic Sourcing Activation Plan: A Roadmap for Modern Value Creati...more
See how integrated sourcing and spend analytics can help procurement teams thrive in today’s volatile market. Procurement leaders everywhere are facing unprecedented challenge...more
Focal Point x Market Dojo Join us as we unveil Focal Point's newest partnership with Market Dojo, an integrated solution designed to streamline procurement processes, enhance co...more
An exclusive live session for senior procurement leaders with Nick Drewe, COO, Co-Founder, and former procurement practitioner. Overview: Procurement leaders are under pressure t...more
Procurement is evolving. Are you ready to lead? Procurement leaders are being asked to deliver more than savings - from managing risk and ensuring compliance to driving supplier...more
Tariffs are unpredictable ” and when they hit, they hit hard. As suppliers respond by raising prices, Procurement teams have to scramble to avoid ballooning costs. What if you co...more
Rising costs. Supply chain volatility. Shifting global markets. In today’s unpredictable economy, Sourcing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable (AP) teams are under immense pressur...more
Procurement isn’t just about cost-cutting”it’s a strategic lever for growth, resilience, and enterprise value. But to fully realise that potential, sourcing teams must speak ...more
We regularly have the opportunity to watch chaos at work in global markets, but procurement teams should see this as their chance to shine, not a reason to shy away from the challe...more
The procurement landscape is evolving fast”are you keeping up? With the release of Ardent Partners’ Big Trends Report and Market Dojo’s Pathfinder Report, it’s clear tha...more
Are you ready to revolutionise your procurement performance? Join us for an exclusive webinar showcasing how Market Dojo and Veridion are transforming supplier discovery and eSourc...more
Get ready to dive into the future of procurement! Join us for Market Dojo’s Annual Product Whiteboard Session, where we'll review our journey over the past year, share real-world...more
In the ever-evolving world of procurement, staying ahead of the curve means embracing innovation that drives efficiency and ensures compliance. Join Ben Harvey, Senior Product Mana...more
In today's fast-evolving procurement landscape, improving the quality and reach of your RFPs can unlock significant cost savings, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure complia...more
As the title suggests, in the lead up to the ProcureTech Cup we had the chance to showcase our easy to use, on-demand strategic sourcing, contract, and supplier management software...more
Join us for an on-demand demo that reveals the dual platform capability and value of combining SpendHQ and Market Dojo. Why Watch? Optimising procurement processes is crucial for...more
Source-to-pay (S2P) automation is quickly being embraced by forward-thinking Finance and Procurement leaders to help level up their organisation’s sourcing strategy by consolidat...more
Rule 3, in our New Rules series, is about embracing innovation at every turn, connecting experiences and insight to reshape supplier relationship performance from the ground up. To...more
Join our Procurement insider, Lewis, as he explores practical steps to identify true market value whilst managing risk and strengthening supplier relationships in this short practi...more
The top 3 priorities for procurement pros in 2024 are clear however, most are struggling to keep on top of the day-to-day, let alone proactively manage future threats and opportuni...more
An exclusive look at 2024, plus a year of enhanced features in review 2023 In 2023, Market Dojo saw significant growth across all departments, building on the momentum from the pr...more
Watch On Demand Real views. Real insight. Real world. Join this unique live debate on the shake-up taking place within Finance and Procurement. Our panel of leading though...more
June 29, 3:00 PM ” 3:45 PM BST Watch On-Demand Seismic changes in the economy, political instability, rising costs, and inflation strike fear in many, yet others seek opportuni...more
Alun Rafique, Co-Founder and CEO of Market Dojo, had the pleasure of joining hosts Scott Luton and Greg White for Supply Chain Now's livestream webinar "Looking to stay ahead of th...more
Join our Head of Product Ben Harvey as he shares the latest and greatest from Market Dojo’s best-of-breed procurement technology platform. Ben reviews the latest features, update...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosts our first webinar of 2022. Ben kicks off the New Year by reflecting on the past 12 months, exploring some of the most exciting new ...more
According to a recent report from AppDynamics, 66 per cent of all IT professionals indicate that the pandemic has exposed significant vulnerabilities in digital strategies and that...more
Looking to digitalise your procurement activities but you're unsure where to begin? Bruce Beavis of Beavis Consulting and Market Dojo designed this webinar specifically for supp...more
Why do so many organisations fail to get proper value from their eSourcing tools? Watch this webinar with Market Dojo where we share what we have learnt from working with over 1...more
Why do so many organisations fail to get proper value from their Spend analysis or BI solutions? Watch this Webinar with Spendency where they share what they have learnt from wo...more
On Tuesday 23rd March 2021 Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey accompanied by Senior Business Development Manager, Adam Collins, hosted this webinar with the focus on our lat...more
On Tuesday 23rd March 2021 Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey accompanied by Senior Business Development Manager, Adam Collins, hosted this webinar with the focus on our lat...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosts our final webinar of 2020. Having also hosted our first webinar of the year (see below) which looked at our Roadmap for 2020, Ben w...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosts our final webinar of 2020. Having also hosted our first webinar of the year (see below) which looked at our Roadmap for 2020, Ben w...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo CEO and CoFounder, Alun Rafique ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to rea...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concep...more
On 10th March 2020, Market Dojo's COO and Co-Founder Nick Drewe, alongside Business Development Manager, Adam Collins hosted this webinar "eSourcing Isn't Suitable For My Category"...more
On 10th March 2020, Market Dojo's COO and Co-Founder Nick Drewe, alongside Business Development Manager, Adam Collins hosted this webinar "eSourcing Isn't Suitable For My Category"...more
When Logitech decided to repatriate its procurement practice, Market Dojo was the logical choice to deliver immediate value. Since 1981 Logitech has grown into a trusted, globa...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosted our first webinar of 2020. Ben kicked off the New Year by looking back on the previous 12 months and some of the most exciting new...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosted our first webinar of 2020. Ben kicked off the New Year by looking back on the previous 12 months and some of the most exciting new...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo’s CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to realization. Alun, Co-F...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to reali...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Sourcing Solved's Iain McKenna following our recent webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative...more
Following our latest and ever popular webinar hosted by Jon Hansen "The Real Obstacle to Digital Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge N...more
How many of you still use spreadsheets and emails to run your procurement process? Why? According to almost every industry study going back for as long as anyone can remember, t...more
How many of you still use spreadsheets and emails to run your procurement process? Why? According to almost every industry study going back for as long as anyone can remember, t...more
Do you, as a procurement professional, still use spreadsheets to do your job? In line with our recent webinar on digital transformation and the alternatives to spreadsheets and ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo's CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative to spreadsheets an...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative ...more
During our webinar on Wednesday 24th July, we discussed how participants can use simple tactics and strategies to ensure that they increase their effectiveness when taking part in ...more
On Wednesday 24th July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique hosted our latest webinar, this time with a little twist. This webinar discussed Supplier Tactics for Winning a Reverse ...more
On Wednesday 24th July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Marketing Manager, Craig Knowles be hosted our latest webinar, this time with a little twist. This webinar discusses...more
In the previous posting we saw how advertisers began to sell meaning. In this post we examine how the selling of meaning and symbols was refined so that marketers could target di...more
Loosely expanding on the theme of buying, in our upcoming webinar 'Supplier tactics for winning your next reverse auction', this article tracks the progressive concept of 'selling ...more
Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen is joined by a guest panel to review and assess the framework for the specific step-by-step methodology or process for making the transition from a...more
If you're a supplier looking to get a heads up on the competition, you've come to the right place. On Wednesday 24th July, at 1:30pm BST, Market Dojo will be hosting our latest ...more
Check out our "Is it time you questioned eAuctions?" Webinar hosted by Market Dojo co-founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe. The hosts tackle two of the major challenges facing proc...more
Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen is joined by a guest panel to review and assess the framework for the specific step-by-step methodology or process for making the transition from a...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Lewis Barnard, hosted our webinar focussing on Market Dojo's new Contract Managem...more
On Tuesday 2nd July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Customer Success Manager, El Towers hosted our second webinar in the "Is it time you questioned..." series, this time d...more
On Tuesday 2nd July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Customer Success Manager, El Towers hosted our second webinar in the "Is it time you questioned..." series, this time d...more
Following our highly popular and successful "Evolution Before Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge Note outlining the key findings from...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Lewis Barnard, hosted our webinar focussing on Market Dojo's new Contract Managem...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo will be hosting our latest webinar with the focus this time, on our upcoming Contract Management tool, ‘Contract Dojo’. Our Senior Business...more
Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen is joined by a guest panel to review and assess the framework for the specific step-by-step methodology or process for making the transition from a...more
Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Achieve Real Change - This is the latest collaborative webinar between Market Dojo and Proc...more
The following Blog was written by Colom Colbert, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On...more
The following Blog was written by Andre Le Lerre, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital O...more
Check out our "Is it time you questioned eAuctions?" Webinar hosted by Market Dojo co-founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe. The hosts tackle two of the major challenges facing proc...more
In our past Webinar “Is it time you questioned eAuctions?” two of our Market Dojo’s coowners, Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe, directly addressed some of the pain points that tho...more
Perhaps you have run an eAuction and one participant has undercut the field, leaving you wondering how sustainable that price is likely to be? Or maybe you are a participant who is...more
The following Blog was written by Jon Hansen, Host for the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Ac...more
The capabilities of eAuctions are far from foreign to the majority of procurement professionals, with tools such as Market Dojo saving users 16% on average, why are t...more
On Tuesday 30th April, Market Dojo cofounder’s Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe will be tackling two of the major challenges facing procurement professionals considering eSourcing sol...more
This guest blog comes from our Beyond the Bolt Webinar host, Jon Hansen. As the Editor and lead writer for the Procurement Insights Blog, Jon Hansen has written nearly 3,000 articl...more
Check out our Beyond the Bolt Webinar from 8th February 2019, hosted by Jon Hansen from Procurement Insights and Market Dojo CEO Alun Rafique, with guest panellists Tim Cummins fro...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
Following the recent news that Market Dojo has joined forces with Esker, COO and Co-Founder of Market Dojo, Nick Drewe joined host, Scott Leahy on the latest episode of Esker On Ai...more
"Procurement Software: Suite Providers Vs Best of Breed" Market Dojo Co-Founder and Director, Nick Drewe, discusses all things Suite vs Best of Breed with board level procuremen...more
"How to Procure a Dinosaur" Peter Smith hosts our first podcast of 2020, alongside Market Dojo’s Co-Founder Alun Rafique and special guest, Procurement lead at London's world ...more
Christmas Special Peter Smith hosts our Christmas special, alongside Market Dojo's Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Pete Glass aka Procurement Pe...more
10 Ways To Fiddle Your Procurement Savings Acquisitions, Deliveroo, a new procurement book from a familiar author and 10 ways to fiddle your procurement savings… Peter Smith a...more
Global Trade Wars, Gender Pay Gaps, Brexit and Sex Lairs... Peter Smith and Market Dojo Co-Founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe discuss the latest procurement news, draw compari...more
Welcome to Market Dojo's first podcast, hosted by Peter Smith. Peter Smith and Market Dojo CoFounder Alun Rafique discuss procurement news, review "A Licence to Play" a new proc...more
Bristol, 23/02/26 - Esker (Market Dojo), the leading procurement & finance software provider, announced today that it has been named to The Hackett Group's 2025-26, 50 to Know ...more
Bristol UK, Tuesday 23 September 2025 “ Market Dojo today announced its continued inclusion in the Fall 2025 edition of Spend Matters’ SolutionMap for Sourcing, the industry’...more
Bristol UK, 18 March 2025 “ UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been featured in the Sourcing category of Spend Matters’ Spring 2025 SolutionMap which b...more
Market Dojo, a leader in eSourcing solutions, has partnered with Veridion, pioneers in supplier discovery, to deliver an integrated platform that redefines how procurement professi...more
As the title suggests, in the lead up to the ProcureTech Cup we had the chance to showcase our easy to use, on-demand strategic sourcing, contract, and supplier management software...more
Market Dojo Selected for 11th Annual '50 Providers to Know' List Recognising Top Companies in Procurement and Supply Chain Bristol, 8th October 2024 “ Market Dojo is proud to ...more
Bristol UK, 19 September 2024 “ UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been featured in the Sourcing category of Spend Matters’ Fall 2024 SolutionMap which...more
Bristol, UK [11/09/24] “ Market Dojo, a leading provider of on-demand eProcurement software, is thrilled to announce its inclusion in the esteemed "AI-Powered Sourcing Automation...more
Bristol, UK [05/09/24] “ Market Dojo, a leader in on-demand sourcing and supplier management solutions, is excited to announce the release of its latest Autonomous Sourcing featu...more
About Custom Fields It is important to ensure that all data is being recorded and centralised so that teams can be confident processes are being followed and the company is audit-...more
An exclusive look at 2024, plus a year of enhanced features in review 2023 In 2023, Market Dojo saw significant growth across all departments, building on the momentum from the pr...more
Join our Head of Product Ben Harvey as he shares the latest and greatest from Market Dojo’s best-of-breed procurement technology platform. Ben reviews the latest features, update...more
We are delighted to bring Multi-Stage Quotations to our Advanced Lot sourcing functionality. For complex projects, with complex specifications, advanced lots are a fantastic way...more
We’re excited to announce the release of the new home page for the Market Dojo suite of products! Pulling data from all modules, users will be able to view key statistics on t...more
We’re excited to announce a major change to SIM Dojo, allowing hosts to specify the users who should re-approve expired documents. This will mean that the right people, and on...more
Customer: Clickatell Sector: Private Overview Clickatell is a global technology company and innovator in mobile messaging, engagement, and commerce. Clickatell helps custo...more
UK, Bristol - 9 March 2022 Market Dojo, a UK-based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced the launch of an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) supplier prof...more
New releases - January 2022 It’s hardly believable that 2021 is behind us, and yet here we are at the start of a new year for Market Dojo. It is shaping up to be a very exciti...more
Customer: Adler & Allan Sector: Private Overview Adler & Allan help public and private sector businesses understand and manage their environmental risks, reducin...more
British startup Market Dojo revolutionizes procurement standards by offering a 100% cloud eSourcing solution LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. ” January 4, 2022 ” Esker, a g...more
New releases - November 2021 2021 is drawing to a close, and we look back on this year proud of the things we have been able to deliver. We’ve maintained our commitment to rel...more
Improved user self-service capability with instant access UK, Bristol - 2 November 2021 Market Dojo, a UK based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced their on-d...more
We are pleased to announce that we’ve been awarded 50 Procurement Providers to Watch 2021 by Spend Matters. This is the fourth year in a row we have received this recognitio...more
The following case study interview was carried out between Market Dojo and Bruce Beavis, of Beavis Consulting. Market Dojo asked Bruce a number of questions about his usage of Sour...more
As winter approaches us, we’ve been keeping ourselves warm by adding new, exciting features to the Market Dojo suite of modules. We’re looking to end 2021 with a bang; with ...more
How RFQs and eAuctions achieved 50% savings on packaging categories Bruce Beavis from Beavis Consulting is a practitioner for supply chain and procurement consulting. Based in N...more
Nurturing your supplier and vendor relationships is just as important as supporting your client relationships. Like when building a house, with a structured and efficient supplier ...more
As the short British summer comes to an abrupt end, we’ve been making changes that we’re sure will bring some sunshine to our users as the weather changes. September marks the...more
Entering the second half of the year we are proud to have spent 2021 so far delivering enhancements that have made a real difference to our users. This is something we are dedicate...more
It has been another busy month for the Market Dojo team. Here are some of the highlights. Continuing improvements to our advanced event interface After a period of beta testi...more
Sofitel The Palm is a luxury 5 star beach resort situated on the world famous Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. With magnifique touches of French elegance, the hotel invites its guests to ‘...more
Wavin adopt Market Dojo’s eSourcing solution as part of their digital transformation journey Wavin are the world's leading suppliers of plastic piping systems and solutions. T...more
Multichoice digitise their RFP process and shave months off their process time Intro Multichoice is Africa’s leading entertainment company, creating and distributing conten...more
We’re almost at the mid-point of the year, and it has flown by so far, but there’s still plenty we have planned for 2021; from major long-term features, to quick fixes. We�...more
A flow chart showing the process of SIM Dojo for Participants ...more
A guide on how to create and manage your SIM Dojo. This guide will cover the steps involved in setting up and running an onboarding event in SIM Dojo ...more
A Flow Chart of Market Dojo for Participants. Market Dojo offers an array of capabilities, to help procurement professionals get the most out of their sourcing and supplier eng...more
Frequently Asked Questions for Hosts. Market Dojo offers an array of capabilities, to help procurement professionals get the most out of their sourcing and supplier engagement ...more
A process flow to show you the steps needed within a Sourcing Dojo event. ...more
An overview of the notifications Market Dojo sends to your participants during an event. Market Dojo will send Intelligent Notifications to your suppliers 12-36 hours before ke...more
Over the last eighteen months, a specialist group within the Development Team at Market Dojo have been hard at work on optimising and updating our primary Sourcing offering. One...more
The winter appears to have finally come to an end at the Market Dojo home offices and we’re glad to be moving toward the summer. We’ve spent this month working on a series o...more
Suppliers in SIM Dojo are assigned a number of statuses in order to make it clear to the Host where they are in the process. There are three important types of status ...more
Those of you in the profession may well have been exposed to the announcement of a fantastic new book on eAuctions, authored by Jacob Gorm Larsen called “A Practical Guide to e-A...more
Before you get started using your Contract Dojo account, it’s important that you’ve considered what information you would like to store so that you can get this set up in your...more
Here's where and how to find out all the latest updates and information from Market Dojo. New eAuction Community The Market Dojo Community has just got better with a new eA...more
2021 is flying by and we at Market Dojo are delighted to have released our first major project of the year with SRM Dojo last month. If you missed our webinar showing off the funct...more
It’s almost the end of winter, and we at Market Dojo are optimistic for the rest of 2021. If you haven’t seen, this week we released our newest module SRM Dojo, for managing...more
We at Market Dojo are delighted to announce the release of our new module SRM Dojo! What is it for? SRM Dojo is a Supplier Relationship Management tool intended to be you...more
This guide is designed to help Superhosts get their SRM account fully set up before making it available to their internal users. SRM Dojo is a tool that manages not only your su...more
Happy New Year from everyone at Market Dojo, we hope you had a good break and have kicked off 2021 in style. We’re really excited about the changes we will be introducing over th...more
Approaching the end of a difficult 2020, we’re happy to say that in spite of the challenges faced, we’ve been able to significantly improve all of our products over the past 11...more
Entering winter, the Market Dojo development team is still working hard (from home) to add features to all of our tools that have been requested by our users. We are proud to sa...more
Supplier onboarding can sometimes feel like a necessary evil, seen as another box ticking exercise by procurement. This can be compounded further when antiquated systems or Excel i...more
Spend Matters have just announced the release of the Solutions Maps Q2 for Fall 2020. Market Dojo has been recognised as a dynamic, results-focused solution with both a strong an...more
As we leave the summer behind and start the run-in towards the end of a challenging 2020, the Market Dojo team have continued to focus on releasing new features, across all of our ...more
As the summer draws to an end, we are looking back at what has been a challenging financial year for everyone; both at Market Dojo and for our users. We have all had to adapt to a ...more
Recently Spend Matters covered us as part of their vendor analysis looking into sourcing specialists for enterprises wanting comprehensive solutions that can help modernise their p...more
Highlights Contracts API improvements SIM - Better document status Advanced lots Many other changes Overview July was another busy month for the product team. We ...more
Highlights Contracts SIM improvements (security and status clarity) Advanced lots Overview June was another busy month for the product team. A lot of the changes w...more
Highlights Faster advanced lots Reporting SIM Permissions SRM - first alpha release Other changes Overview May was another productive month for the product t...more
At Market Dojo, we’re offering a free eSourcing or eAuction event using Market Dojo software for NHS trusts. We fully respect the amazing work that those involved with the NHS ar...more
Highlights Faster advanced lots Search for contracts by title Turkish language Improved workflow for expiring/expired documents SIM Permissions Overview April ...more
It’s safe to say that March has not been an enjoyable month for anyone, in any part of the world. We at Market Dojo, all now working from home, have attempted to keep on as norma...more
Market Dojo have been included within the Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2020. This list recognizes the fast-rising companies in the procurement and supply cha...more
If you’re a procurement professional who is now required to work remotely, our solutions are here to help. We have focused on 6 key areas to highlight how Market Dojo is hel...more
Our software is continuing to support businesses around the world to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on their supply chains. Here are the top ways we can help you now: Run a ...more
The team at Market Dojo have had several meetings over the last week to discuss how we can help businesses' in this unprecedented time of need. We realise that one of the most c...more
Every year, our development team commissions a third party to test the security of the Market Dojo platform. This specialised piece of work is known as a ‘Penetration Test’ and...more
Over the last 40 years, Logitech has pioneered the development of consumer electronics in the high-tech industry. The company operates as a multibrand and multi-category organ...more
In a month full of wet weather across the country, Market Dojo's Dev team have been working hard to bring a little bit of joy to our users. We have continued to work on long-te...more
We have great news for users of Market Dojo, as an update to advanced reporting is now available. Users of our eSourcing, Contract Management and Supplier Onboarding platforms, ...more
Procurement Leaders have announced their Shortlists for the World Procurement Awards 2020. These prestigious awards celebrate the initiatives, teams and people across the globe ...more
We are proud to be able to introduce Multi-Stage RFQs as a part of our flagship eSourcing tool, allowing hosts more flexibility than ever over their sourcing process. A full web...more
Starting off 2020, the Market Dojo development team completed the long term project of adding Multi-Stage RFQs to our eSourcing tool. However, they have also been working to provid...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
Team Dojo wishes all our users a Happy New Year and an excellent 2020 to come! Going back to December, we rounded off 2019 with a number of enhancements to make our modules quic...more
As winter has drawn in, Market Dojo have continued to keep their products warm by releasing the following changes that will make our users' lives a little bit easier; our version o...more
In this months development updates, the team have been working hard on a number of new features for users of Market and SIM Dojo. Here are the latest updates to our software: ...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Reordering Documents To ensure that suppliers are able to quickly access important documents, w...more
Although many organisations are now taking advantage of online tools to automate their supplier onboarding process, there are still a vast number using a combination of forms and e...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Hyperlinking Documents In many cases you may want to include a document within the event brief,...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Contract Dojo was Released! We finished the first release of Contract Dojo, our new contract ma...more
If you haven't heard Market Dojo’s new Contract Management solution, Contract Dojo, was released earlier this month. Being able to offer a centralised repository is hugely exc...more
Our eagerly anticipated Contract Management solution is now available! After months of development, we at Market Dojo are delighted to officially announce the launch of our latest...more
As we enter June and find ourselves firmly within the British Summer period, our MD Development team would love to report that they have been working hard, creating a plan to bring...more
The world is growing more interconnected, and supply chains are getting more complex. Apple’s 2019 list of top suppliers covers companies from the United States, Japan, China, Ko...more
I think we can all agree that Bill Gates is a top bloke. Aside from being one of the most influential people in our lifetime, he’s done what a lot more people in h...more
So you’ve done the difficult bit “ you’ve agreed the requirement with your stakeholders, you’ve added your questionnaire(s) and/or lots into the system and you’...more
When creating an eSourcing event it is important to include as much information as possible in your brief. Your event brief will be sent to suppliers as part of the invitation emai...more
Our development team have been working hard behind the scenes to bring users of our software some useful new features. Here are some of the newest features for you to check out: ...more
On Tuesday 30th April, Market Dojo cofounder’s Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe will be tackling two of the major challenges facing procurement professionals considering eSourcing sol...more
Our customer support just got even better with the introduction of our latest support platform, ‘Help Dojo’. Help Dojo is an interactive help portal which helps to guide use...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Sideways scoring of questionnaires You can now score your questionnaires ‘sideways’! Well, that...more
The way Market Dojo has been built means that the tool is incredibly easy to use, it has been said time and time again that the main reason people have committed to using the platf...more
It is already February! This month we have been working on some great User Experience improvements, details below. Automatically score more questions We now allow dynamic que...more
Happy New Year! We have been hard at work during December and have a bumper crop of new improvements to Market Dojo. Improved security administration Our ‘Host Permissions�...more
It’s not quite Christmas yet, but the development team have been working on some early presents... Calendar view of events We have added a calendar view so that you can see, at...more
Welcome to part 3 of our series on transformational bidding, a powerful and effective method for capturing complex pricing models within Market Dojo. This blog is going to look ...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
Market Dojo are delighted to announce a new partnership with Proqura to promote our innovative, pay-as-you-go procurement tools across New Zealand. Headquartered in Auckland, ...more
Following on from 'Onboard with SIM Dojo - Part I' introducing the latest product in the Dojo suite, we'd like to show you some of the features of Market Dojo's new onboarding tool...more
"Following a comprehensive review of the systems available, we decided to move forward with Market Dojo based on their philosophy and development approach surrounding their exist...more
Here is the latest instalment of our regular release update series... New support widget We have added a new support widget to Market Dojo. The widget appears i...more
Welcome to our second part on our new transformational bidding developments. These features allow you to create advanced pricing lot structures with a variety of new dimensions. S...more
Introduction This is the first blog in a series discussing how transformational bidding can be used to negotiate complex tenders more effectively. It’s not just about the price...more
Here is the latest instalment of our regular release update series... Transformation bidding - multiple calculations Advanced Lots now support multiple calculation rows and colu...more
Part 2 In part one of this two-part series, I discussed the three different types of Auction available with Market Dojo; Ranked, Open and Japanese. You can familiarise yourself ...more
Part 1 My last blog included some useful tips on how to get started with running reverse auctions within your organisation. As Customer Success Manager, I wanted to write this t...more
Over the past few weeks, the Market Dojo development team have not been sunning themselves on the beach. They have been hard at work, cooking up fantastic new improvements to our s...more
Summer is here and so is a new release of Market Dojo. Quick Quotes Sandpit The Market Dojo Sandpit has been around for several years, and is a great way to try the software be...more
Once again the development team have done sterling work to bring a new version of Market Dojo into the world. This months release features a number of timesaving improvements to bo...more
The BOMfire story gets it first review by Spend Matters BOMfire is a new platform to help manufacturing companies source their raw materials more efficiently and help save money...more
Check out our latest infographic on our lighter version of Market Dojo - Quick Quotes. Create rapid RFQ's eliminating the need for email and centralise all the information for all ...more
“Purchase raw materials efficiently, at the market price“ What is the platforms main objective? BOMfire is a new manufacturing marketplace, providing buyers a secure, t...more
Quite often, especially with new clients who haven’t made use of reverse auctions in their purchasing before, we’re asked to give assistance on the setup of a few initial event...more
Spring is on the way, although it is still cold and snowy in the UK today. However, the product team have been hard at work once again to deliver some great new enhancements to Mar...more
This article was inspired by our previous article "Are eAuctions Benefits also their Achilles Heel?" but focuses on why the outcome of an auction can/can't be detrimental to a supp...more
As many of you may have heard we are facing a global disaster, the likes of which we may never have seen. The only logical comparison that comes to mind would be ‘the great depre...more
Introducing our new product Quick Quotes. Very simply, Quick Quotes is a ‘quotation portal’ that can be used by anyone, just as easily as email. It’s metaphorically flown o...more
Watch our tutorials guides that go through the process as a participant. Our videos help you through the process of accepting and managing event invitations to the dashboard and...more
Watch our tutorial videos that discuss everything you need to create a new sourcing event. From inviting participants to creating questionnaires, these video tutorials guide you st...more
Market Dojo is currently in the process of developing a "Quick Quotes" tool that will enable users to run efficient RFxs at a highly reduced cost that has very little barriers to a...more
In June, I attended the CIPS Gloucester branch event on Modern Slavery, which was presented by the hugely enlightening Andrew Wallis, OBE & CEO of Unseen. Unseen is a charity w...more
Peter Schmidt offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo on his past experience with eAuctions. Peter has a long track record in, sales, consultancy and procurement. He special...more
It's been a while since I wrote my last post, though not all that long since it appeared here. In that time we've made a great deal of progress, fought some unexpected dragons, an...more
Business case providing information on the features of using Market Dojo for Quick Quotes and the benefits of using the tool in place of emails for RFXs...more
Business case providing information on the features of using Market Dojo for eSourcing projects and the benefits of using the full capability of the tool...more
Business case providing information on the features and benefits of Market Dojo Supplier Onboarding...more
Business case providing information on the features and benefits of Market Dojo Opportunity Analysis for category spend assessment and analysis...more
Your Dashboard allows you to decide which Events you wish to take part in and which you may wish to decline. Once you have registered, every time you log in you will end up on the ...more
Once registered, you can access the Manage Invitations area. If you are following an invitation you will automatically be taken to the Manage Invitations screen. If you have an inv...more
Overview of the advanced lot feature including a demonstration of the structure of an advanced lot event and how you can upload lot templates to the event....more
Watch our demonstration of how you can create a sourcing event in less than 60 seconds through the Market Dojo tool....more
This tutorial shows you how to bid in a Japanese auction. In a Japanese auction, you do not see your position, but you will need to either accept or decline the 'current bid' for e...more
This tutorial explains how you place bids in an advanced lot. It shows how to place bids during a qualification bid process and RFQ directly into the system or via excel. It also s...more
This tutorial explains how to complete a Request for Quotation, understanding the difference of bidding on multiple lots and rejecting lots....more
Upon a successful completion of a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, you may progress to the next step, which could be a normal questionnaire in the form of a survey of a Request for...more
Upon a successful invitation and acceptance to an Event, you will be able to work your way through the various areas within it. The first hurdle could be a pre-Qualification Questi...more
After several years of development, the Lot Matrix was released letting you create an event with advanced lots. What this looks like and how you manage it is shown in this video....more
Discover how to manage a Japanese Auction as host. A Japanese Auction is where the bid level decreases over time in intervals and suppliers choose whether to bid or decline at that...more
The final activity to any e-Sourcing event might well be the mystical e-Auction. We hope to de-mystify this process and show you that it really is quite simple, once you have done ...more
An important part of any sourcing event is receiving the bids from the market. This video talks you through this important step. You will either have a tab for RFQ bids, if you are...more
This video is the final step in the event creation phase. Within the tutorial, we detail the various ways in which you can invite participants to the event....more
The Documents section of an event will contain not just the documentation you made available to your participants, but also the documentation that they may have made available to y...more
Our regular system improvements have taken place again, and this month we have looked at Document Sharing. Ability to attach documents only for a specific supplier Documents ar...more
Autumn is definitely here, and we have been busy improving Market Dojo. This month we have released two features that our customers have requested. We have also made a whole bunch ...more
Over the past few years we’ve discovered that eSourcing has evolved into becoming a team effort. Whether it is the stakeholder who needs to sign off on RFI requirements or the co...more
What do Market Dojo and these photos of celebrities have in common? Extra prizes if you can all guess who they are - we’ll tell you at the end. The answer is that they ar...more
Market Dojo has recently created a range of guides, research and tutorials that will assist hosts and participants to get the most out of the Market Dojo tool. The col...more
This month we have done a number of smaller releases. Here are the latest features and enhancements added to the software as requested by customers. Participant activity tra...more
After our responsive design update a couple of weeks ago, we had a chance to go back and collect up a number of smaller changes that have been waiting in the wings. Here are the ...more
Market Dojo has now rolled out the responsive design for our flagship product, Market Dojo. This is designed to be optimised visually across all computer, smartphone and small tab...more
As Market Dojo expands, as all good startups hopefully do, they have begun to need some additional technical staff on hand to support, expand and maintain the eponymous software ...more
It has been a little while since we released updates to Market Dojo, but that doesn’t mean the engineering team have been resting. In fact, they have been very busy working on ne...more
Our ancestors have been travelling to markets to buy and sell since the start of civilisation - literally, that is, civilisation can pretty much be traced back to the time we start...more
Yes, it's that time of the year again, John Lewis have released their masterful Christmas advert (as usual), the Coca-Cola truck is on its way and we begin the final countdown towa...more
Contract Management partner ContractsWise Ltd, narrowly missed out on the top spot at the IACCM’s recent Americas Conference in San Diego. The International Association fo...more
We have added some new features to Market Dojo, based on feedback from our users. We believe these will make our products more useful and our customers more productive. Answ...more
For those who haven’t already seen it, over the weekend we launched our revamped website with the latest responsive design to fit all screen sizes and devices. A bit late to the ...more
Our development team have been working hard to bring you the latest improvements to Market Dojo. This month, we have focused on productivity issues which our customers have told us...more
“That was the thing about the world: it wasn't that things were harder than you thought they were going to be, it was that they were hard in ways that you didn't expect.” �...more
One of the many beauties of providing SaaS technology is that our clients don’t need to spend time mass updating their systems and reinstalling the latest release of our software...more
Mid-week saw us release a couple more enhancements to the software, as well as many more general improvements to meet our growing customer demand. However two main highlights stood...more
We have improved the Market Dojo eSourcing platform to make publishing and responding to tenders easier. For some time, we have had the ability for our customers to publish thei...more
Last weekend we released the latest batch of improvements to Market Dojo. The most notable of these is improved support for document uploads. We made this change in response to ...more
Users of Market Dojo may have noticed an extra tab located on their dashboard named ‘analytics’. This section is one of the latest features to be added to Market Dojo and gives...more
The technical team have been extremely busy of late, upgrading and maintaining our 4 distinct products covering category planning, innovation, eSourcing and supplier informati...more
“Following a comprehensive review of the systems available, we decided to move forward with Market Dojo based on their philosophy and development approach surrounding their exist...more
If you’re new to eSourcing and unsure of where to start with creating an event, this article from Tony Verheggen should help clear things up. As the Sourcing Process Owner at Air...more
To help you get the most savings from your eAuctions, one of our partners, Dave Henshall, has written an article providing all the information you need to create an effective lotti...more
Another public procurement price analysis article has made national headlines this week, found here on BBC News. The Home Office conducted a study into police procurement tren...more
Our development team have been at it again with the release of another new feature asked for by our loyal clients. Dynamic questions When asking people to complete paper-based ...more
EDITORS NOTE: eWorld have kindly invited us to host a seminar on eAuction strategies at the conference in London on 22nd September. Check out our video for a sneaky preview... W...more
We are delighted to announce another new feature to our tool for multi-evaluator scoring of proposals, available today. The development was another successful collaboration with...more
Earlier we posted an article on a brand new way of using the online reverse auction - to negotiate scholarship tuition fees! To some, this may seem to be a dubious approac...more
This Saturday (21st March 2015) is a very important day in the world of rugby. Not only are the final three games of the 6 Nations impending, the ball is literally in anyone's ...more
The concept of the reverse auction has been around for close to 20 years and is a well-known approach to negotiating effectively with multiple suppliers. However, the Mornin...more
Recently we encountered a twist on standard eAuction formats which worked byconcealing supplier rankings at the end of an auction whilst allowing new bids to be submitted. You c...more
In a most economically advantageous tender (MEAT), bidders are allocated an overall score based on the combination of their price evaluation and their quality/non-price evaluation....more
Last weekend we released a great new enhancement to let our users white-label the Category Dojo opportunity assessment tool. Whilst our Market Dojo eSourcing tool has been whi...more
When evaluating Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions one of the most important things to consider is security. Our customers usually ask about security as part of their evalua...more
We are very proud of our eAuction platform. It was our initial business proposition and still draws in the crowds. We have users from companies ranging from one million in turn...more
As we now enter into our fifth year of business, we'd like to share with you some of the more unusual goods and services that we've seen tendered via our software! For example,...more
Two years of development has resulted in our most ambitious release yet. The Lot Matrix allows you to build very complex sourcing events, very easily. Here are some videos, please ...more
(Editor's note: this article was first published by Supply Management and is a review of a seminar given at eWorld Purchasing & Supply by a client of ours, Milla Harloff-Bern...more
Last weekend we were hugely proud to have made one of our biggest software releases since our incorporation four years ago. The project has taken our dedicated team over 12 month...more
Last night we released a fantastic new feature for Category Dojo that will be of great help to our users with many spend categories. Filtering categories You can now graphicall...more
Many senior professionals in the public sector feel that mini-competitions in Frameworks are not used enough, resulting in “less than competitive” pricing compared to wider ext...more
At Market Dojo, we spend a lot of time thinking about how to make e-Sourcing simple for our customers. We believe that software must be easy to use, and give access to the right ...more
Building on the rapid success of our latest product, Category Dojo, we are now proud to announce a new enhancement to the tool to help our enterprise customers. User hierarchy ...more
We have released some new improvements to both Market Dojo & Category Dojo. We hope you like them and we also have some great releases in the pipeline so keep your eyes and e...more
It’s been a while since we wrote about the new features we are adding to Market Dojo. However, that doesn’t mean the development team have been taking it easy. Even though ...more
Thanks to Kelly Barner for her recent post on Category Dojo (2/4/2014) Opportunity assessments have long been tied to service agreements or consulting engagements. They are ex...more
As two of the founding members of Market Dojo are engineers and the other a physicist, we take our maths very seriously. One of the reasons for developing our auction platform fo...more
Before we begin, Happy New Year and welcome to 2014! We marked the end of 2013 with the launch of another innovative product, Category Dojo. We literally had clients queuing u...more
For those with eagle eyes, you may have noticed a new feature in our eAuctions over the weekend and this is one we are very excited about. First a bit of background. Almost al...more
The Market Dojo engineering team have been busy again. This time cranking out some features requested by our favourite people - our customers. We love to hear what our custome...more
Only a month has passed since our initial release of the Innovation Portal, our unique tool our clients use to request, collect and compare innovative ideas from their supply chai...more
Here is a list of what the Market Dojo team have picked as their favorite features. Why not log in and see what you think? 1. Sandpit You can try the full functionality of ...more
Another day brings another release from the Market Dojo labs. This time we have some great additions in a variety of areas. Ever feel like you need more time? In this develop...more
Earlier this year we proudly announced the release of our white labelling enhancements (http://bit.ly/13m6uMB) where you could customise your own unique web address on marketdojo.c...more
Market Dojo - we have added some useful new tools The Market Dojo team have been working on some exciting new features over the last few months and today we are very pleased to be...more
We have improved the performance of certain key parts of Market Dojo. This changes will improve the experience for everyone, but will be particularly noticeable in events with lo...more
'Creating a Request for Ideas’ Sourcing over the last 20 years has seen the evolution into the electronic age. Paper-based quotation processes have been replicated. Auctio...more
Today we are very pleased to announce a new release of Market Dojo. The focus for this release is ‘White labelling’. This gives Hosts some new options for customising Mark...more
We’ve been involved in a number of discussions and tender exercises recently with large organisations who require hundreds of users on our platform. When we tell such organisa...more
Over the weekend we completed our first 2013 upgrade, following on from the second upgrade to Samurai back in December of last year. Such is the elegance of the Software as-a-...more
by India Kangaroo Many people’s picture of professional buyers is of hard-nosed negotiators, focused purely on cutting costs with absolute disregard for other factors. This ...more
Another month goes by and we are again delighted to announce another new release of the Market Dojo software, featuring numerous updates such as: - Extended 'Sealed Event' function...more
As Team GB were creating a success this summer smashing many records and providing one of the most impressive Olympic results in recent times for Great Britain, Team MD was also ha...more
Little hard data exists over the method of retail procurement via eAuction, but the practice is known to go on. David Burrows asks how widespread it is and what impact ...more
Today, we are really pleased to announce some great new features for Market Dojo. We believe these reflect our four core beliefs: being collaborative, transparent, agile and to ...more
We have just implemented Japanese Auction capability in our software at the recent request of a customer of ours. Despite our procurement consultancy past, this is an auction...more
Market Dojo, an innovative and rapidly growing start-up in the business-to-business sector, has a 6 month contract on offer for an experienced, UK-based Ruby on Rails developer to ...more
Market Dojo celebrates their 1 year birthday! Market Dojo, an innovative Bristol-based software company, recently celebrated their first year in business. The company, incorpora...more
We were having a meeting the other day with a vastly experienced ex-CPO of many FTSE 250 organisations, whose counsel to us was that we should look at developing a fully integrated...more
Billions of pounds are tendered every year on goods and services. Procurement as a profession is becoming an ever more important focus. Companies realise that in these times, comin...more
Recently there has been an article in Supply Management and also on the UK Spend Matters blog by Peter Smith touching on the subject of Gamification. For those unfamiliar with t...more
Once the participants' responses to the questionnaires start arriving, you can assess them. This video talks you through the scoring of questionnaires....more
Everyone makes mistakes, which is why we include an Edit feature in our software. If you notice a missing document or you wish to add more participants or change a Lot, you can do ...more
This tutorial illustrates how you can create a quick RFQ (Request for Quotation) in minutes....more
This video tutorial describes how you can credit an event, if you are on the Pay As You Host payment plan. We also explain a little about our Pricing page and the various options t...more
This tutorial shows you in detail how to create an advanced lot with the lot matrix. It covers the creation of components, line items, excell uploads, calculations and much more....more
This step is to create the Lots, against which the participants place their bids. We allow as many Lots as you see fit, so please watch this tutorial for help on how to correctly s...more
This step outlines how to create questionnaires for your sourcing event and to set up scoring and weighting with different question types, whether you want it to be Pre-Qualificati...more
This tutorial guides you through the first step which is how to create an Event and pick the settings that suit you best....more
Once your event is out in the market, your participants will hopefully be progressing the various actions, be it uploading documents, completing questionnaires, submitting quotes o...more
The first tutorial guides you through the Sign Up process and introduces you to some of the innovative concepts that make using our software so easy, such as your very own Dashboar...more
Driving procurement change supported by Market Dojo Customer Experience Driving change through adoption For many procurement organisations, the success of a sourcing transformati...more
A performance-led, enterprise scale procurement strategy Committed to sustainable metals A leading international mining and metallurgy group producing manganese, nickel, mineral ...more
Overview Procurement for Parisian-based retail With over a century of heritage and some of France’s best-known brands under its umbrella, Groupe Galeries Lafayette (Galeries La...more
Overview Direct materials procurement strategy Sourcing IQ, a supply chain consulting firm, specialises in strategic sourcing for direct materials. Since its inception five year...more
Case study overview High stakes in furniture sourcing As a furniture supply chain and installation specialist, the company collaborates closely with worldwide interior designers ...more
Défis Construire à partir de zéro Gecina est une société immobilière qui possède, gère et développe un portefeuille immobilier d’environ 20 milliards d’euros. Avec...more
– Overview It’s safe to say, Gecina knows real estate. Gecina is a real estate company which owns, manages and develops a real estate portfolio of about 20 billion Euros. ...more
Overview FOR EV is a pioneering provider of charging stations for electric vehicles (EV). Their ambitious plans involve delivering high-quality, accessible electric vehicle cha...more
Summary Dayco, global OEM for automotive and industrial manufacturers, sought to overcome the challenges inherent in their existing procurement processes such as disparate too...more
Summary SubPop Health, a sourcing platform and purchasing organisation for self-insured employers, faced the challenge of conducting a quick and cost-effective RFI event to ga...more
Summary With many suppliers often needing to be onboarded regularly, how do you onboard a supplier in an efficient way? How do you ensure transparency in the supplier onboardi...more
Summary Imperial Brands wanted to transform their previous Source to Contract process to a ‘demand to enablement’ focused process. There was also a need to deliver more wi...more
Summary CommerceHub, an eCommerce services company, was able to quickly and easily deploy its first ever RFP process using Sourcing Dojo. Prior to implementing the software, t...more
Overview The following case study was written with a Market Dojo client within the Irish food distribution industry. The client has numerous growing farms across the world. They...more
Introduction It’s not uncommon for procurement to be seen as a function to help streamline processes, reduce costs and identify better sources of supply to improve organisat...more
Customer: Clickatell Sector: Private Overview Clickatell is a global technology company and innovator in mobile messaging, engagement, and commerce. Clickatell helps custo...more
Market Dojo, a UK based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced its sourcing solution has been selected by Global Commodities Holdings Limited (GCHL) to enable the online...more
Customer: Adler & Allan Sector: Private Overview Adler & Allan help public and private sector businesses understand and manage their environmental risks, reducin...more
The following case study interview was carried out between Market Dojo and Bruce Beavis, of Beavis Consulting. Market Dojo asked Bruce a number of questions about his usage of Sour...more
The coronavirus pandemic has often been described as unprecedented, leaving businesses asking questions as to how best to react and adjust to this new climate. For many businesses,...more
How RFQs and eAuctions achieved 50% savings on packaging categories Bruce Beavis from Beavis Consulting is a practitioner for supply chain and procurement consulting. Based in N...more
Sofitel The Palm is a luxury 5 star beach resort situated on the world famous Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. With magnifique touches of French elegance, the hotel invites its guests to ‘...more
Wavin adopt Market Dojo’s eSourcing solution as part of their digital transformation journey Wavin are the world's leading suppliers of plastic piping systems and solutions. T...more
Multichoice digitise their RFP process and shave months off their process time Intro Multichoice is Africa’s leading entertainment company, creating and distributing conten...more
"Procurement Software: Suite Providers Vs Best of Breed" Market Dojo Co-Founder and Director, Nick Drewe, discusses all things Suite vs Best of Breed with board level procuremen...more
The following Q&A session was held between Market Dojo and Eva Nickolaus, Director of Logistics at the KAISER + KRAFT GmbH Please tell me about yourself, your role in the c...more
The following Q&A session was held between Market Dojo and Brian McAndrews, Chief Store Development Officer at Grocery Outlet. Brian, please tell us in your own words abou...more
Qatar Fuel, WOQOD is a Qatari downstream Oil and gas company engaged in the distribution and sale of refined petroleum products, LP Gas, Aviation fuel, Bitumen and Lubricants. They...more
Mark Dixon founded Regus in 1989 after noticing how many business people were huddled round small coffee tables in busy cafes trying to conduct meetings. Just 11 years later,...more
"How to Procure a Dinosaur" Peter Smith hosts our first podcast of 2020, alongside Market Dojo’s Co-Founder Alun Rafique and special guest, Procurement lead at London's world ...more
Two Bristol businesses on opposite sides of the enterprise-scale will be teaming up, as international manufacturer Imperial Brands signs up with local software company, Market Dojo...more
Over the last 40 years, Logitech has pioneered the development of consumer electronics in the high-tech industry. The company operates as a multibrand and multi-category organ...more
Discovering reverse auctions Occidental Petroleum (known as Oxy) has been producing and drilling oil in Oman for over 30 years. As the largest independent oil producer in th...more
When Logitech decided to repatriate its procurement practice, Market Dojo was the logical choice to deliver immediate value. Since 1981 Logitech has grown into a trusted, globa...more
The Al Naboodah Group is one of the UAE’s most well-respected family company names, employing over 15,000 staff across 15 businesses. Al Naboodah’s core business covers ci...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to reali...more
Christmas Special Peter Smith hosts our Christmas special, alongside Market Dojo's Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Pete Glass aka Procurement Pe...more
Following our latest and ever popular webinar hosted by Jon Hansen "The Real Obstacle to Digital Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge N...more
Nice House of Plastics are a manufacturer of household and industrial plastic Items, providing the East African Region. The company produces a wide range of products, suppor...more
10 Ways To Fiddle Your Procurement Savings Acquisitions, Deliveroo, a new procurement book from a familiar author and 10 ways to fiddle your procurement savings… Peter Smith a...more
Ground Control is one of the UK’s leading landscaping and external solution providers, offering services such as Ground Maintenance, Arboriculture & Vegetation Management, La...more
Following our highly popular and successful "Evolution Before Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge Note outlining the key findings from...more
Global Trade Wars, Gender Pay Gaps, Brexit and Sex Lairs... Peter Smith and Market Dojo Co-Founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe discuss the latest procurement news, draw compari...more
Metroline’s principal business is the provision of bus services, providing London, one of the world’s busiest cities, with a fleet of 1,200 buses carrying 250 million passe...more
The following Blog was written by Jon Hansen, Host for the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Ac...more
Intro The Savers® family of stores is a for-profit, global thrift retailer offering great quality, gently used clothing, accessories and household goods. Its Rethink Reuse® busi...more
Interserve Interserve is one of the world’s foremost support services and construction companies. They are a leader in innovative and sustainable outcomes for their clients an...more
This guest blog has been written by Kavita Cooper, Managing Director for our newly announced procurement consultancy partner, Novo-K. Novo-K provides cost-effective procurement su...more
Angus Craig FCIPS is an interim procurement consultant who helps organisations improve procurement and supply chain performance. This often involves leading transformation prog...more
This guest blog is written by Howard Price. Howard is a Procurement, Supply Chain and Cost Transformation Consulting. To be able to understand the importance of an SRM, I’m goi...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
David Drew, Member of Parliament for Stroud visited local businesses within his constituency. Having been an integral part of the Stroud community for the last 35 years. David is r...more
This week's guest blog comes from Procurement Punk, an anonymous industry influencer who shares his thoughts via Twitter. Modern slavery example: A sign of modern slavery, for ex...more
We are pleased to welcome a guest post by Andrew Lister from Beam Energy Labs, a platform helping businesses assess and procure solar and batteries. You may have missed the...more
The Market Dojo team spoke with Chris Read, Senior Supply Chain Manager at Eiffage Kier JV to find out how the business has been using Sourcing Dojo. The Eiffage Kier joint vent...more
This edition of our Blog is written by Richard Ainley who currently works at Manchester Airports Group as their e-Commerce and Performance Spend Manager. He has previously held sen...more
It’s hard to avoid the political quagmire that is the Home Office decision to source the new UK Passport from French firm Gemalto, ahead of the UK’s De La Rue. There are...more
Our latest product development launched last month called Quick Quotes has already had a great response by one our first license holders. Managing Director of Warren Services, Wil...more
After 8 hours travelling on a boat, I finally put the wheels of my car on British soil. My first reaction was, why did they not drive on the right side of the road like everybody e...more
Market Dojo provides an eSourcing solution based entirely in the cloud. And whilst we boast about all the benefits of being a SaaS company, such as pay per use pricing and delivery...more
Our latest blog post introduces the founders of an exciting new venture for procurement news - A Trending in Procurement app. Co-Founder Leslie McBride reached out to us here at...more
Vlado Prosenik is the founder of Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are a procurement consultancy that specialises in purchasing and cost optimisation. How did you first get into eSourcing...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
We recently encountered an article on Linkedin by Rémy de Lavergne, a highly experienced procurement professional with a specialism in Logistics. Rémy had clearly put some though...more
From our presentation at Procurement Summit 2015 entitled, "Strategies to maximise your eAuction returns"....more
This is the second guest article by Greg Tennyson, CPO at VSP Global, discussing the importance of managing your Tail Spend. Pareto This Tail Spend Tail Spend generally foll...more
This is a paper written by Dr Peter James from Bristol Business School at UWE Bristol for the 2012 IPSERA conference. Similar papers can be found at www.ipsera.com....more
This presentation was given at UWE on the 19th April 2011. It focused on using e-Auctions to reduce your procurement cycle on costs as well as best practice....more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. This time our guest contributor is Erik Van Kampen. Erik is an experienced and ...more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. Dr Paul Joesbury has experience as a CPO at a number of organisations including ...more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. Dr Paul Joesbury has experience as a CPO at a number of organisations including ...more
Andrey Matveev offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Andrey has pioneered fully-managed eAuctions in Russian retail. Andrey’s expertise comes from both sides of the neg...more
Inspired by Donald Trump's first 100 days in office, Market Dojo are investigating what the first 100 days of a successful CPO would look like. Grey Tennyson, Chief Procurement Of...more
Inspired by Donald Trump's first 100 days in office, Market Dojo are investigating what the first 100 days of a successful CPO would look like. Grey Tennyson, Chief Procurement Of...more
Hi, I'm Ed, And this is my Market Dojo experience. Firstly, I had no idea about the company apart from my own research. In my research, I kept on seeing words which were unfamilia...more
One of the crucial elements of any Reverse eAuction platform is its usability for suppliers. Often overlooked in favour of hosts (typically the paying client for eSourcing solution...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
Before our inaugural Market Dojo Event on Thursday 6th April 2017, we caught up with presenter Nick Ford. Nick is an Executive Director of Odesma and has over 28 years experie...more
Jon Brinsmead has been buying goods and services for clients for over 20 years, working with the likes of Unilever and Transport for London whilst providing training in commerci...more
We caught up with presenter Iain McKenna, before the 2017 Market Dojo Event. Iain is the Managing Director of Sourcing Solved and presented “The Human Condition: Finding The...more
Jon Brinsmead has been buying goods and services for clients for over 20 years including Ahold Delhaize, Unilever and Transport for London. Over the same period of time, Jon has b...more
Chad Thibodeaux is the Central Logistics Manager for Aggreko North America-Americas. His duties involve the strategic sourcing for Aggreko’s transportation needs When did ...more
In a recent article featured in the January 2017 edition of The Oath. Khaled Shivji, Head of Legal at Aggreko explains how he has used Market Dojo to successfully appoint a l...more
We are delighted to have our recent article on the A-Z of Reverse Auctions published on Spend Management blog, Spend Matters. The article highlights our A-Z complication...more
Vlado Prosenik is the founder of Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are a procurement consultancy that specialises in purchasing and cost optimisation. How did you first get into eSo...more
Bruno Alvarez is regarded in Latin America and the Americas as one of the Leading Contracting and Procurement Experts in the region. Bruno’s background comes from the Energy and...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortli...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortlis...more
Bruno Alvarez is regarded in Latin America and the Americas as one of the Leading Contracting and Procurement Experts in the region. Bruno’s background comes from the Energy and ...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortlist...more
Tony Lockwood is a published author, lifestyle entrepreneur, high-performance business coach and senior consultant who works with Executive teams to orchestrate the development an...more
Katherine Clark is a Procurement Officer at Kent County Council. Her duties involve the strategic sourcing for the information technology needs of one of the largest county council...more
We are pleased to welcome a guest post by Adam Maidment from Portfolio Procurement, a market-leading procurement recruitment specialist. Discussing the unique challenges to recruit...more
Peter Schmidt's latest article discusses the generic benefits of SAAS and what eAuctions in the cloud means to businesses. 'Software as a Service', commonly abbreviated to SAAS, ...more
Peter Schmidt writes a guest blog for Market Dojo on his past experience with eAuctions. Peter has a long track record in, sales, consultancy and procurement. He specialises in Tel...more
Jasper Raby is an interim procurement pro, currently based at Specsavers. With his wealth of experience in Procurement and sourcing, Jasper was brought in to Specsavers at the poin...more
We recently had the great pleasure of taking part in a radio interview with Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights in one of a series of interviews as a follow up to Market Dojo being ...more
Market Dojo and Odesma partner to combine their intuitive eSourcing softwareand expertise in offering business advisory services to offer clients a winning procurement solution....more
Market Dojo and Odesma partner to combine their intuitive eSourcing software and expertise in offering business advisory services to offer clients a winning procurement solution. T...more
Market Dojo provides an eSourcing solution based entirely in the cloud. And whilst we boast all the benefits of being a Saas company, such as pay per use pricing and delivery, in...more
At the beginning of the year, we announced our partnership with Odesma. Odesma is a new breed of advisory business who help drive business performance through a combination of expe...more
"What would Market Dojo be like today if it had started 10 years earlier?" That was the question posed by Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights one fine day in April. Having o...more
We are delighted to announce our partnership with UNIC ONE in Germany. UNIC ONE brings a wealth of procurement experience in Europe's largest economy. Marianne Haack who...more
This article was a challenge to write and should be viewed with good humour and in an amicable fashion. As a good French and European citizen, I am obliged to defend our interests ...more
As the most comprehensive supply chain management resource, we feel incredibly privileged to have made the cut for Supply Chain Brain’s honourable list. Supply Chain Brain see...more
Last week we bid a fond farewell to our intern Alex who spent 9 glorious weeks at Market Dojo HQ. Whilst here he worked on translation of the website, wrote content for the blog an...more
Market Dojo strive to make procurement professionals’ lives easier by providing innovative cloud-based eSourcing tools. Founded in 2010 by procurement professionals, and having r...more
In case you missed it, we recently enhanced our Case Study page. This included a neat filter option to help our visitors zone into the segment of interest, be it Private or Publ...more
Market Dojo, a start up specialising in e- procurement Software - as - a - Service (SaaS), is constantly looking to expand its sphere of influence through short, medium and lon...more
Through fortunate timing yesterday (14th April), Market Dojo was able to escape the confines of the office and make the most of the glorious sunny weather in Bristol. The purpose o...more
Before their unfortunate demise, Phones4U were a wonderful client of our eSourcing and opportunity assessment tools. Their procurement team was lead by the experienced Sandip...more
Some exciting news fresh off the press is that we shall be attending the CIPS Middle East conference on the 11th May 2015 in Abu Dhabi. This is courtesy of a generous invi...more
Editors Note: Effiexens is no longer operating as a consultancy or partner of Market Dojo. We are really excited to welcome Effixens as our partner to offer our leading eProcure...more
Here is some exciting news of our new alliance with Odesma, as first published on their website here. However you can read about it below. By Ed Cross on Thursday, Januar...more
This is a guest post by Vlado Prosenik from Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are our consultancy partner in Slovenia. They help customers make purchases more efficient. You can read the ...more
We would like to thank Sourcing Innovation for two great blog posts on Market Dojo. The Sourcing Innovation blog was started in June of 2006, is authored and edited by Michael ...more
We recently met up with a small french consultancy, Effixens at cafe Lala in Hammersmith. On the menu was some fantastic mediterranean food as well as a healthy dose of eSourci...more
We are delighted to announce our most recent reseller partnership, penned with Ondrej Hajnik of eBidding.cz, to help promote our products throughout the Czech Republic and Slovakia...more
Editor’s Note: When Kelly Barner and Alun Rafique submitted this post on the variables in the adoption of auctions, they hit close to home in terms of an area of procurement abo...more
Posted on February 4, 2014 by PI Blogger Procurement Insights Blog Editors note: We had the great pleasure to be picked as a finalist for the 'Year in the life series' on t...more
This article is a follow-up piece by Nick Drewe, co-founder of Market Dojo, who used the Market Dojo eSourcing tool to let a contract with local builders for his own home extension...more
By The Bristol Post | Posted: February 05, 2014 By Gavin Thompson A NORTH Bristol firm has led the way in online reverse auctions, in which businesses get suppliers to bi...more
PETER SMITH - January 16, 2014 12:05 AM http://spendmatters.com/uk/innovation-dojo-another-new-product-market-dojo/ We featured Market Dojo and their new ‘Category Dojo’ ...more
PETER SMITH - January 13, 2014 7:31 AM http://spendmatters.com/uk/category-dojo-new-product-market-dojo/ If all the surveys and predictions are correct, topics such as suppli...more
The following article featured as a guest post on the excellent Procurement Insights EU blog. It outlines some of the challenges we have faced whilst working with local governm...more
We were very proud to be invited to the Salon Solutions event in Paris on the 1st-3rd October by our French partner, Effixens. As the only French speaker on the Market Dojo team, i...more
Below is a post from one of our partners, TotalSoft, who is the leading ERP provider in Romania with over 1500 customers across 27 countries. We partnered with them to provide ou...more
Our intern Antoine Boton sums up his experience on his 6 week internship with Market Dojo. Here is an outline of his typical day's work with us: Before arriving at the Market Doj...more
For the next few weeks, we are lucky enough be working with two interns from France, Camélia Chiguer and Antoine Boton. Here are the observations about the cultural differences ...more
Today we are very pleased to welcome a guest post from Optimum Procurement. Jane McAuliffe from Optimum was kind enough to participate in a recent product requirements workshop,...more
Back in 2012, we received a great deal of interest from customers and prospects considering the use of Market Dojo for sourcing of legal services. Today we are pleased to welcome ...more
We are really pleased to announce that we have joined the HP Alliance ONE partner program... Market Dojo joined HP Alliance ONE partner program and have realised significant ben...more
Buyers Meeting Point has written a great article about our new Samurai release. We were so pleased, here it is in full: ENTER THE SAMURAI: ESOURCING MADE SIMPLE In October 2010...more
We would like to say a massive thanks to Tea, Liz, Sanni and their lecturer Ben, all from the Digital Film Production course from University of Gloucestershire , for their time a...more
To get us started, give us a little background on Market Dojo and the team. Two of the founding Directors, Alun Rafique and I, worked as cost reduction consultants for a nearly ...more
Why does EU cloud and AI sovereignty matter to procurement? EU cloud and AI sovereignty could change how organisations assess suppliers, especially those handling sensitive data o...more
What is the EU PPWR? The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is a new regulation designed to reduce packaging waste and improve packaging sustainability across th...more
Guía completa de los sistemas modernos de eSourcing Resumen El software de eSourcing permite a las organizaciones gestionar digitalmente la búsqueda y selección de proveedores...more
La guía definitiva sobre los sistemas modernos de eSourcing Resumen El software de eSourcing permite a las organizaciones gestionar de forma digital la búsqueda y selección de...more
eSourcing Software: The Complete Guide to Modern eSourcing Systems Summary eSourcing software enables organisations to manage supplier sourcing digitally through a structured eSo...more
Market interest in eSourcing software is on the rise. Procurement software is seeing a market growth of 10% per year. Millions of businesses now use the technology to support their...more
Mordor Intelligence reports the global procurement software market size reached USD 9.82 billion in 2025 and is forecast to attain USD 15.75 billion by 2030, advancing at a 9.92% C...more
Chief Procurement Officers can gain significant value by learning from how Chief Financial Officers operate. CFOs lead through financial clarity, data discipline, and transparent c...more
Strong and successful procurement strategies need to include an element of continuous improvement. We, as procurement professionals, are always looking for ways to add value, cut c...more
We live in an era where modern technology has found a home in every sector and has ultimately changed the way today’s businesses operate. For some, the introduction of new system...more
Learn everything you need to know about reverse auctions. On this resource page, we cover What a reverse auction is The different types of reverse auctions How reve...more
Learn the basics of eAuctions with Market Dojo’s learning resource. We’ll cover What an eAuction is The types of eAuctions available The benefits of eAuctions. ...more
You’ve heard about eSourcing, but how do eSourcing tools support your sourcing objectives? Our resource page on eSourcing tools will cover: What are eSourcing tools? Who ...more
Fundamental to the success of a strong eSourcing event is identifying which type of eSourcing strategy is going to be more appropriate for your objectives. An eSourcing softwa...more
In the margin-sensitive dynamics of procurement, spend control and managing supplier requests effectively can make the difference between a healthy business and one struggling to s...more
One of the most critical challenges that procurement faces is the lack of spend visibility and data transparency. Companies that rely on manual procurement processes, (like em...more
For procurement managers relying on manual processes, the task of controlling supplier price increases can be a tough challenge. As costs increase and resources remain tight, a...more
As procurement professionals, the task of staying ahead in a rapidly evolving field is both a challenge and an opportunity. The Procurement Pathfinder eGuides from Market Dojo...more
As the title suggests, in the lead up to the ProcureTech Cup we had the chance to showcase our easy to use, on-demand strategic sourcing, contract, and supplier management software...more
We believe that procurement teams should leave behind the acronyms and speak the language of the entire business. However, here are key sourcing terms that are useful to ...more
In managing supplier relationships, contract management is the foundation that ensures smooth operations, mitigates risks, and maximum value of supplier agreements. This crucial as...more
What's in this article? The traditional purpose of sourcing was to get the best deal or price. This is still true, especially in an inflationary market, but there are many more la...more
Overview Author: Alun Rafique - CEO & Co-founder, Market Dojo | Read time: Part 1 - 3 minutes / Part 2 - 10 minutes This article, written in two parts, looks at whether...more
By Alun Rafique, CEO, Market Dojo In my last article, I promised to “delve deeper into how a true SaaS model will transform and scale your procurement practice.” However,...more
By Alun Rafique, CEO, Market Dojo One of the many advantages of being in the procurement industry as a practitioner, consultant, and ultimately a SaaS provider is the benefit of...more
This guest blog has been written for Market Dojo by Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights. A few years ago, I remember having breakfast with Duncan Jones at a Virginia conference i...more
ESG - Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) is a topic that’s fast becoming an essential part of business practices. Building pressures from not only cu...more
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UK, Bristol - 9 March 2022 Market Dojo, a UK-based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced the launch of an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) supplier prof...more
Sustainability or going 'green' has been a global priority for quite some time now. A great example is the UK’s goal of being net-zero by 2050. However, it seems as though the mo...more
From experience, some of us know first hand how it can be difficult to change habits. The same applies to business and introducing new ways of doing things, even if it is proven to...more
Nurturing your supplier and vendor relationships is just as important as supporting your client relationships. Like when building a house, with a structured and efficient supplier ...more
What are our top 3 most successful on-demand auctions? There’s no denying that the Covid-19 pandemic placed huge demands on supply chains around the globe. As procurement teams ...more
A flow chart showing the process of SIM Dojo for Participants ...more
A guide on how to create and manage your SIM Dojo. This guide will cover the steps involved in setting up and running an onboarding event in SIM Dojo ...more
A Flow Chart of Market Dojo for Participants. Market Dojo offers an array of capabilities, to help procurement professionals get the most out of their sourcing and supplier eng...more
Frequently Asked Questions for Hosts. Market Dojo offers an array of capabilities, to help procurement professionals get the most out of their sourcing and supplier engagement ...more
A process flow to show you the steps needed within a Sourcing Dojo event. ...more
An overview of the notifications Market Dojo sends to your participants during an event. Market Dojo will send Intelligent Notifications to your suppliers 12-36 hours before ke...more
Over the last eighteen months, a specialist group within the Development Team at Market Dojo have been hard at work on optimising and updating our primary Sourcing offering. One...more
Suppliers in SIM Dojo are assigned a number of statuses in order to make it clear to the Host where they are in the process. There are three important types of status ...more
Those of you in the profession may well have been exposed to the announcement of a fantastic new book on eAuctions, authored by Jacob Gorm Larsen called “A Practical Guide to e-A...more
As the world begins to emerge from Covid, we wanted to share one way in which Market Dojo can help to adjust to the new normal. How the pandemic has affected supply chains Co...more
Before you get started using your Contract Dojo account, it’s important that you’ve considered what information you would like to store so that you can get this set up in your...more
Here's where and how to find out all the latest updates and information from Market Dojo. New eAuction Community The Market Dojo Community has just got better with a new eA...more
This guide is designed to help Superhosts get their SRM account fully set up before making it available to their internal users. SRM Dojo is a tool that manages not only your su...more
"Procurement Software: Suite Providers Vs Best of Breed" Market Dojo Co-Founder and Director, Nick Drewe, discusses all things Suite vs Best of Breed with board level procuremen...more
Whether you're a seasoned procurement professional or a beginner, you’re more than aware of the pressure to save time AND money. You want to reduce the cycle time of the sourcing...more
Procurement is an important activity in the supply chain process. It’s not just about finding the most cost-effective suppliers or seeking positive supplier reviews. In large sup...more
If you work in procurement or supply chain, you are probably very familiar with the story of Boohoo and issues with their supply chain concerned with working conditions and payment...more
Supplier onboarding can sometimes feel like a necessary evil, seen as another box ticking exercise by procurement. This can be compounded further when antiquated systems or Excel i...more
This blog was written by Nic Martin, our Co-Founder and CTO. Nic studied Physics at University and has an ingrained interest in statistics. Recently a colleague told me about Be...more
Apart from the key workers in the world, during the COVID-19 crisis, procurement professionals have been the heroes of businesses helping to keep organisations afloat. Consumers...more
We were recently asked what well-known consumer brand would we use to describe ourselves. After considering our range of services and our values, specifically our focus of deliveri...more
With the world seemingly trapped at home, being guilty or disturbed are the two states that I have often found myself lately in. Both my wife and I are working at home, attempting ...more
Procurement professionals do and will continue to play a pivotal role in ensuring that many businesses survive the Covid-19 crisis. Whilst many companies have entered a hibernat...more
If there is one positive thing that procurement professionals can draw from the covid 19 pandemic, it is that procurement has been thrust into the spotlight like never before. I ha...more
Distributed teams A distributed team is a team that works together from different geographical locations. People have done this, pretty much forever. They have always relied on ...more
In the current climate, PPE supply has become a hot topic for everyone, not just procurement. With this in mind, we wanted to take this opportunity to highlight some lessons we’v...more
Market Dojo have been included within the Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2020. This list recognizes the fast-rising companies in the procurement and supply cha...more
"How to Procure a Dinosaur" Peter Smith hosts our first podcast of 2020, alongside Market Dojo’s Co-Founder Alun Rafique and special guest, Procurement lead at London's world ...more
After the initial concern of businesses putting the breaks on spending to evaluate the current COVID-19 crisis, data from our platform suggests that businesses are using Market Doj...more
If you’re a procurement professional who is now required to work remotely, our solutions are here to help. We have focused on 6 key areas to highlight how Market Dojo is hel...more
Our software is continuing to support businesses around the world to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on their supply chains. Here are the top ways we can help you now: Run a ...more
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the importance of having an effective procurement strategy has never been greater, with sales forecasts falling off a cliff in many circumstanc...more
Every year, our development team commissions a third party to test the security of the Market Dojo platform. This specialised piece of work is known as a ‘Penetration Test’ and...more
The following guest blog is written by one of the Procurement Industry's top 3 influencers, Dana Small, aka, Ms Category Management. Supplier Contracting - The Real Value of Man...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to reali...more
Introducing our eSourcing ninjas… Ever wondered what would happen if you left four members of the creative time in a room after working hours with nothing but a camera and som...more
Since its inception last year most organisations have adapted their processes to meet the data protection regulations set out by GDPR on 25th May 2018. However, following the ba...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Sourcing Solved's Iain McKenna following our recent webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative...more
Christmas Special Peter Smith hosts our Christmas special, alongside Market Dojo's Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Pete Glass aka Procurement Pe...more
Following our latest and ever popular webinar hosted by Jon Hansen "The Real Obstacle to Digital Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge N...more
Do you, as a procurement professional, still use spreadsheets to do your job? In line with our recent webinar on digital transformation and the alternatives to spreadsheets and ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo's CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative to spreadsheets an...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative ...more
We love what we do. We care about procurement and helping customers achieve results quickly. We have felt that for too long procurement professionals have had to deal with complex ...more
10 Ways To Fiddle Your Procurement Savings Acquisitions, Deliveroo, a new procurement book from a familiar author and 10 ways to fiddle your procurement savings… Peter Smith a...more
Although many organisations are now taking advantage of online tools to automate their supplier onboarding process, there are still a vast number using a combination of forms and e...more
I recently watched a TED talk by author and former dot com business executive, Seth Godin. He was explaining how some ideas and products spread at a much quicker rate than others, ...more
The following blog has been written by Market Dojo's Customer Support Specialist, Chris Barrett. Chris reflects on the past 9 months that he has been with the business and gives a ...more
During our webinar on Wednesday 24th July, we discussed how participants can use simple tactics and strategies to ensure that they increase their effectiveness when taking part in ...more
Following our highly popular and successful "Evolution Before Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge Note outlining the key findings from...more
Global Trade Wars, Gender Pay Gaps, Brexit and Sex Lairs... Peter Smith and Market Dojo Co-Founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe discuss the latest procurement news, draw compari...more
With continuous change at the forefront of many companies, this question bodes the route of many concerns, options and opportunities. Procurement transformation is regularly di...more
Procurement as a function has evolved over the years, transforming itself from an aspect of strategic purchasing, into a value-adding activity that’s integral to the running of a...more
It's always an interesting concept running a market analysis survey. As a software provider, we need to know how many of our target market are currently using a product similar ...more
As we enter June and find ourselves firmly within the British Summer period, our MD Development team would love to report that they have been working hard, creating a plan to bring...more
Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Achieve Real Change - This is the latest collaborative webinar between Market Dojo and Proc...more
The following Blog was written by Colom Colbert, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On...more
Welcome to Market Dojo's first podcast, hosted by Peter Smith. Peter Smith and Market Dojo CoFounder Alun Rafique discuss procurement news, review "A Licence to Play" a new proc...more
The following Blog was written by Andre Le Lerre, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital O...more
If I was to single out the most frequent question, or more specifically, objection, I am asked by procurement professionals when discussing the idea of moving to an eSour...more
What if my suppliers won't participate? And what if my supplier doesn’t want to go to auction? These are a couple of questions that I have been asked on several occasions a...more
I think we can all agree that Bill Gates is a top bloke. Aside from being one of the most influential people in our lifetime, he’s done what a lot more people in h...more
So you’ve done the difficult bit “ you’ve agreed the requirement with your stakeholders, you’ve added your questionnaire(s) and/or lots into the system and you’...more
In our past Webinar “Is it time you questioned eAuctions?” two of our Market Dojo’s coowners, Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe, directly addressed some of the pain points that tho...more
When creating an eSourcing event it is important to include as much information as possible in your brief. Your event brief will be sent to suppliers as part of the invitation emai...more
Perhaps you have run an eAuction and one participant has undercut the field, leaving you wondering how sustainable that price is likely to be? Or maybe you are a participant who is...more
The following Blog was written by Jon Hansen, Host for the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Ac...more
The capabilities of eAuctions are far from foreign to the majority of procurement professionals, with tools such as Market Dojo saving users 16% on average, why are t...more
On Tuesday 30th April, Market Dojo cofounder’s Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe will be tackling two of the major challenges facing procurement professionals considering eSourcing sol...more
Last week saw the Annual Cheltenham Festival take place at Prestbury Park, I am sure many of you like myself, afforded yourself a small flutter on the nags. This year’s festival ...more
Here at Market Dojo we pride ourselves on the support we give to each one of our customers. We value every customer we have and want them to feel important to us. We always look to...more
This guest blog comes from our Beyond the Bolt Webinar host, Jon Hansen. As the Editor and lead writer for the Procurement Insights Blog, Jon Hansen has written nearly 3,000 articl...more
For our next time saving trick, Market Dojo would like to welcome you to our new Category Hub. The purpose of the category hub is to provide Category Guides for tenders and offe...more
This guest blog has been written by Kavita Cooper, Managing Director for our newly announced procurement consultancy partner, Novo-K. Novo-K provides cost-effective procurement su...more
The way Market Dojo has been built means that the tool is incredibly easy to use, it has been said time and time again that the main reason people have committed to using the platf...more
In this post, one of our DevOps specialists explains a recent incident which occurred on our production systems, and how we used it to improve our service. How do we encounter s...more
The Story Towards the end of last year, there was widespread uproar around the banning of Iceland’s tear-jerking advert which featured the cute ‘Rang-Tan’ cartoon character ...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
On Saturday the 29th December, news broke out in the UK that the government had awarded more than £102.9 million worth of contracts in case of a ‘No-deal’ Brexit to ...more
Angus Craig FCIPS is an interim procurement consultant who helps organisations improve procurement and supply chain performance. This often involves leading transformation prog...more
This guest blog is written by Howard Price. Howard is a Procurement, Supply Chain and Cost Transformation Consulting. To be able to understand the importance of an SRM, I’m goi...more
Welcome to part 3 of our series on transformational bidding, a powerful and effective method for capturing complex pricing models within Market Dojo. This blog is going to look ...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
Opportunity Analysis, Supplier Onboarding and how this relates to the Tottenham Hotspur Football Stadium Saga… Daniel Levy is renowned for being one of the shrewdest Chairmen ...more
Welcome to our second part on our new transformational bidding developments. These features allow you to create advanced pricing lot structures with a variety of new dimensions. S...more
Carrying out telemarketing internally has many challenges in terms of management, systems, and the general tempo compared to the rest of the office. Many people who enter this role...more
Introduction This is the first blog in a series discussing how transformational bidding can be used to negotiate complex tenders more effectively. It’s not just about the price...more
What is the problem with single-use plastics? We are hearing about the huge environmental impact that plastics are having on our planet, more specifically our oceans and wildlife,...more
This week's guest blog comes from Procurement Punk, an anonymous industry influencer who shares his thoughts via Twitter. Modern slavery example: A sign of modern slavery, for ex...more
Since the purchase of Costa by Whitbread in 1995 for just £19m, Costa had just 39 outlets and has since grown to be the UK’s largest coffee chain with 2,400 UK Coffee Shops, 1,4...more
Part 2 In part one of this two-part series, I discussed the three different types of Auction available with Market Dojo; Ranked, Open and Japanese. You can familiarise yourself ...more
We are pleased to welcome a guest post by Andrew Lister from Beam Energy Labs, a platform helping businesses assess and procure solar and batteries. You may have missed the...more
...And you don't need AI At Market Dojo, we’ve seen around 25,000 auctions. We’ve seen 7000 RFQs, and received nearly 50,000 questionnaire answers, with around £10B total sou...more
We have discussed previously how, to the procurement industry, Reverse Auctions are seen in a similar vein to Marmite. Some individuals love them, use them on an almost daily basis...more
In my last blog on this subject (one of many!) I proposed that mandating eSourcing, even though it is a dirty word in many organisations, would bring about unrivalled benefits in t...more
This edition of our Blog is written by Richard Ainley who currently works at Manchester Airports Group as their e-Commerce and Performance Spend Manager. He has previously held sen...more
My name is Jon Pole award winning reverse auctioneer at eSourcing company Market Dojo. In this brief blog I wanted to outline some of the things that have been sourced through our ...more
With the excitement of the World Cup building, I wanted to give the England football boys some advice to help them along their way in Russia. So what can England learn from proc...more
When I was thinking of a subject to write about for my latest blog article, I thought it would be a great opportunity to write about something on topic and which encompassed two of...more
Yet another article about GDPR I received my first email about GDPR on 17th May 2016. Since then I have sent or received a total of 211 emails on the subject and read a similar nu...more
Spend Matters have released their 2018 SolutionMap helping procurement professionals keep on top of the latest technology developments and trends within Procurement Technology Solu...more
I recently found procurement data for England and Wales police force online and thought it would be fun to see what it contained. Market Dojo have been thinking about reporting rec...more
It’s hard to avoid the political quagmire that is the Home Office decision to source the new UK Passport from French firm Gemalto, ahead of the UK’s De La Rue. There are...more
Step by step guide on how to create an eSourcing event in Market Dojo. Includes information on registering, creating an event, questionnaire's and using lots to capture pricing inf...more
Introduction Our customers have run thousands of events on Market Dojo. One important benefit of using an eSourcing tool is that it allows you to centralise communication with you...more
Earlier this year, hundreds of schools across England were forcibly closed due to a teachers strike, in a long-running dispute with the government over “underfunding”. Many ...more
For years social medias has continued to develop. From the creation of Facebook over 12 years ago, allowing individuals to represent themselves on a single page. The evolution of T...more
Since the mid-1990’s, email has been the communication tool of choice for Business to Business interaction. It is estimated that there are over 4.6 billion email accounts worldwi...more
After 8 hours travelling on a boat, I finally put the wheels of my car on British soil. My first reaction was, why did they not drive on the right side of the road like everybody e...more
Market Dojo provides an eSourcing solution based entirely in the cloud. And whilst we boast about all the benefits of being a SaaS company, such as pay per use pricing and delivery...more
This guide is based upon the many thousands of eAuctions run on our software, we’ve compiled this handy guide to help you create your next eAuction. Discover the different types ...more
Discover our Beginners Guide to Reverse Auctions that discusses exactly what you need to know about reverse auctions....more
Our latest blog post introduces the founders of an exciting new venture for procurement news - A Trending in Procurement app. Co-Founder Leslie McBride reached out to us here at...more
When a salesperson starts to work within a company, it is generally accepted they would use a CRM system. Is it mandated? Perhaps not specifically but it is expected and it is need...more
Market Dojo’s latest release brings the ability to share data seamlessly with other solutions via what is known as an API. The first integration has been achieved with Per...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
Market Dojo recently conducted a study into the barriers of adopting reverse auctions. This research featured results from a range of different procurement professionals and coveri...more
We recently encountered an article on Linkedin by Rémy de Lavergne, a highly experienced procurement professional with a specialism in Logistics. Rémy had clearly put some though...more
This article is to help you overcome what seems to be a very scary concept to organisations - the reverse auction. To many procurement people, or perhaps your stakeholders, the mer...more
There's often a misconception within procurement and eAuctioning that success with using eSourcing solutions relies heavily on the type of categories. Typically, categories such as...more
Market Dojo have put together a learning spreadsheet to help procurement professionals gain a better understanding of excel. This spreadsheet uses premier league, international and...more
From our presentation at Procurement Summit 2015 entitled, "Strategies to maximise your eAuction returns"....more
This is the second guest article by Greg Tennyson, CPO at VSP Global, discussing the importance of managing your Tail Spend. Pareto This Tail Spend Tail Spend generally foll...more
As a procurement team, you're expected to deliver savings. Hence one of your key activities at the beginning of the financial year is to forecast how much you shall achieve. This i...more
After an RFQ has completed, you have the ability to progress to an auction. This tutorial covers how to do this....more
This is a paper written by Dr Peter James from Bristol Business School at UWE Bristol for the 2012 IPSERA conference. Similar papers can be found at www.ipsera.com....more
The I-SOURCE report. This is a summary of academic research into the adoption of e-Sourcing tools / techniques within the UK procurement community....more
The I-Adapt report. It is an independent assessment into the development of auctions as a purchasing tool. This study ultimately determines the impact of Online Auctions on the buy...more
This guide is written to help you right from the beginning when all you may have in front of you is 12 months worth of data and the objective to find the market prices on the vario...more
To be used in conjunction with the above document, this is the matrix of questions that any organisation should be interrogating each spend category with in order to prioritise eac...more
For certain categories there is a tried and tested "best practice" approach to maximising the returns. This guide highlights some of the more common categories that are negotiated ...more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. This time our guest contributor is Erik Van Kampen. Erik is an experienced and ...more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. Dr Paul Joesbury has experience as a CPO at a number of organisations including ...more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. Dr Paul Joesbury has experience as a CPO at a number of organisations including ...more
If you ask most honest companies they will probably tell you that organisations value revenue growth and sales departments more than savings and the procurement/purchasing. Procure...more
Andrey Matveev offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Andrey has pioneered fully-managed eAuctions in Russian retail. Andrey’s expertise comes from both sides of the neg...more
Inspired by Donald Trump's first 100 days in office, Market Dojo are investigating what the first 100 days of a successful CPO would look like. Grey Tennyson, Chief Procurement Of...more
Inspired by Donald Trump's first 100 days in office, Market Dojo are investigating what the first 100 days of a successful CPO would look like. Grey Tennyson, Chief Procurement Of...more
Hi, I'm Ed, And this is my Market Dojo experience. Firstly, I had no idea about the company apart from my own research. In my research, I kept on seeing words which were unfamilia...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analys...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
Before our inaugural Market Dojo Event on Thursday 6th April 2017, we caught up with presenter Nick Ford. Nick is an Executive Director of Odesma and has over 28 years experie...more
Jon Brinsmead has been buying goods and services for clients for over 20 years, working with the likes of Unilever and Transport for London whilst providing training in commerci...more
We caught up with presenter Iain McKenna, before the 2017 Market Dojo Event. Iain is the Managing Director of Sourcing Solved and presented “The Human Condition: Finding The...more
We recently ran a survey to explore the barriers to eAuctions to truly understand why not all procurement professionals out there with 3 bids on the table instinctively progress to...more
Jon Brinsmead has been buying goods and services for clients for over 20 years including Ahold Delhaize, Unilever and Transport for London. Over the same period of time, Jon has b...more
Kelly Barner, Managing Director of Buyers Meeting Point explains the ever-evolving role of procurement, how it has redefined the value of supplier relations and what it means to...more
Having recently researched thoroughly into OJEU (Official Journal of the European Community) and TED (Tenders Electronic Daily), I discovered the TED dataset for 2015 spend data. ...more
Ed Cross, Executive Director of leading procurement consultancy Odesmashares his thoughts on why companies should be choosing procurement consultancies to help their business. ...more
In a recent article featured in the January 2017 edition of The Oath. Khaled Shivji, Head of Legal at Aggreko explains how he has used Market Dojo to successfully appoint a l...more
We are delighted to have our recent article on the A-Z of Reverse Auctions published on Spend Management blog, Spend Matters. The article highlights our A-Z complication...more
'Auctions are too price focused’ is something I hear pretty much every day as part of my role as the outbound marketing executive here at Market Dojo. For me, it’s the equival...more
Procurement people like to move around, and it’s not uncommon for a department to get a new CPO every 2-3 years. A new CPO has a large task ahead of them. Usually, their goal is ...more
Christmas can be stressful at the best of times, and this year has been somewhat worse than others for Santa Claus, having experienced some major issues in his supply chain. The la...more
Deloitte recently published their Global CPO Survey, where over 300 leading procurement professionals from 33 countries were questioned on key issues. The full report can be found�...more
Bruno Alvarez is regarded in Latin America and the Americas as one of the Leading Contracting and Procurement Experts in the region. Bruno’s background comes from the Energy and...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortli...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortlis...more
Bruno Alvarez is regarded in Latin America and the Americas as one of the Leading Contracting and Procurement Experts in the region. Bruno’s background comes from the Energy and ...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortlist...more
Tony Lockwood is a published author, lifestyle entrepreneur, high-performance business coach and senior consultant who works with Executive teams to orchestrate the development an...more
The Olympics, that time once every four years you become heavily emotionally invested in sports that you forgot had existed, or do not understand the rules, or in our office, embro...more
We are pleased to welcome a guest post by Adam Maidment from Portfolio Procurement, a market-leading procurement recruitment specialist. Discussing the unique challenges to recruit...more
Peter Schmidt's latest article discusses the generic benefits of SAAS and what eAuctions in the cloud means to businesses. 'Software as a Service', commonly abbreviated to SAAS, ...more
One obstacle that many businesses face is changing the mindset of those that have a “We’ve always done it this way” (It even has an acronym! WHADITW) mentality. As an eSourc...more
Recently hundreds of schools across England were forcibly closed due to a teachers strike on Tuesday, in a long-running dispute with the government over “underfunding”. Many sc...more
A Japanese Reverse Auction is an auction type that requires all suppliers to bid at a continuously decreasing price (the value of which is set by the buyer/host). The bidders may c...more
With the EU referendum taking place tonight, should procurement professionals expect a regulation reshuffle? There are arguments both for and against Brexit, but will there be a...more
Peter Schmidt writes a guest blog for Market Dojo on his past experience with eAuctions. Peter has a long track record in, sales, consultancy and procurement. He specialises in Tel...more
Whilst putting together our article ‘Are Procurement Professionals stuck in the Stone Age?’, which looks at B2B technology in comparison with B2C, myself and Ed got on to the t...more
We love our customers. We want to make sure they are happy with the service we provide to them. This means customer support is VERY important to us. So, how do we do it? Track ever...more
We have been fortunate enough to be involved with a webinar produced by the Star Commercial Academy. As we have been in procurement, sales, and selling procurement solutions, w...more
Alun, one of the founders of Market Dojo's intuitive eSourcing platform, shares his experience of his recent stint as a mentor and some of the knowledge and lessons he has learnt t...more
Market Dojo is very excited to release the latest update to its new supplier on-boarding tool - SIM Dojo. This feature means that it’s now possible to open up your portal to a wi...more
We recently had the great pleasure of taking part in a radio interview with Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights in one of a series of interviews as a follow up to Market Dojo being ...more
In many cases where a reverse auction can be used, we recommend that you (the buyer) reserve what is known as buyer's choice. This means that, although the outcome of the auction i...more
This is a guest post by Vlado Prosenik from Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are our consultancy partner in Slovenia. They help customers make purchases more efficiently. A few months ...more
Market Dojo and Odesma partner to combine their intuitive eSourcing softwareand expertise in offering business advisory services to offer clients a winning procurement solution....more
In preparation for this year’s events and tradeshows (the first being eWorld on 2nd March. Delegates can register here), the Market Dojo team got involved in a spot of design to ...more
Market Dojo and Odesma partner to combine their intuitive eSourcing software and expertise in offering business advisory services to offer clients a winning procurement solution. T...more
Reverse auctions are a bit like Marmite, some people love them, boasting the success they’ve seen to friends and colleagues, utilising them when and where they can. Some people h...more
This article is a short analysis of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. For further information, I have included some useful links at the bottom of the post. Background Last year, the...more
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… Star Wars was born. And with the exciting news that Star Wars Episode 9 will feature the use unseen footage of the late, great Ca...more
Market Dojo provides an eSourcing solution based entirely in the cloud. And whilst we boast all the benefits of being a Saas company, such as pay per use pricing and delivery, in...more
This is part two (read part one here) of a three piece blog providing an in-depth analysis of the evolution of eSourcing around the question: "What would Market Dojo be like today...more
This is the final part (read part 2 here) of a three piece blog providing an in-depth analysis of the evolution of eSourcing around the question: "What would Market Dojo be like t...more
"What would Market Dojo be like today if it had started 10 years earlier?" That was the question posed by Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights one fine day in April. Having o...more
Cost plus: (definition, adjective) “relating to or denoting a method of pricing a service or product in which a fixed profit factor is added to the costs.” You could a...more
This article was a challenge to write and should be viewed with good humour and in an amicable fashion. As a good French and European citizen, I am obliged to defend our interests ...more
A traditional view on marketing was to simply split it by indirect and direct marketing. Indirect is where you are not going direct to a client and direct is where you are. Both ...more
Last week we bid a fond farewell to our intern Alex who spent 9 glorious weeks at Market Dojo HQ. Whilst here he worked on translation of the website, wrote content for the blog an...more
In case you missed it, we recently enhanced our Case Study page. This included a neat filter option to help our visitors zone into the segment of interest, be it Private or Publ...more
Writing a case study is easy. Writing a case study that is engaging, compelling and entices the reader to do more is another matter altogether. Companies structure their case...more
“An Achilles heel is a deadly weakness in spite of overall strength, which can actually or potentially lead to downfall.” eAuctions are a great negotiation tool when use...more
You are an experienced procurement professional. You have been completing tenders via phone and email since 2001. When you need a quote, you simply pick up the phone, call your ...more
We all owe it to the participants for an Online Negotiation Event to be run in a fair, open and expedient fashion. To help you out, the Market Dojo team have created a guide wh...more
It is obvious that eSourcing adoption has increased in larger organisations as they implement software to bring eSourcing in-house or use consultants to conduct eTenders on the...more
CC Image courtesy of Kevin Dooley The Daily Mail recently published an article about how elderly people had been auctioned off to care homes on the internet. Of course, the ...more
This is part one of a three piece blog providing an in-depth analysis of the evolution of eSourcing around the question: "What would Market Dojo be like today if it had started 10...more
We thought it would be interesting to look back at some of the leading tech at the turn of the millennium, things that we've all no doubt used in our past daily lives. We've han...more
'Negotiation is the DNA of business' was Alan Sugar's opening line in the boardroom following the negotiation task on 10th series of the Apprentice. Always an interesting episod...more
What would you do if two bids tied for first place in your tender process? Put a plan in place to avoid tying yourself up in knots, says Nick Drewe, co-founder of Market Dojo. I...more
This is a guest post by Vlado Prosenik from Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are our consultancy partner in Slovenia. They help customers make purchases more efficient. You can read the ...more
When we started working on Market Dojo, we decided early on that we would use the SaaS model. This was an obvious choice for us, and has helped us and our customers throughout our ...more
We would like to thank Sourcing Innovation for two great blog posts on Market Dojo. The Sourcing Innovation blog was started in June of 2006, is authored and edited by Michael ...more
Targets. Based on savings, number of eSourcing events, other contract KPIs? What do you do? In procurement you quite literally have a myriad of different ways you can be assessed. ...more
We recently met up with a small french consultancy, Effixens at cafe Lala in Hammersmith. On the menu was some fantastic mediterranean food as well as a healthy dose of eSourci...more
On April 7th 2014, security researchers discovered a serious vulnerability (CVE-2014-0160) in OpenSSL, a very popular cryptographic library used by many websites. This library ensu...more
Following a recent LinkedIn question ("Someone explain to me how a Reverse Auction is fair and equitable to the supplier ...") we had to pause for thought. Admittedly in th...more
These are the introductory paragraphs of a guest post by Alun Rafique of Market Dojo. The full article features ThomasNet News who is one of the leading supplier discovery an...more
This is the opening gambit of a guest publication by Nick Drewe of Market Dojo on the highly respected Information Age magazine, whose objective is to help their readers become mor...more
We have the pleasure of a guest post from one of our clients, Terri Hudson, who represents Baker Wanless and eQuiddity. She is has many years experience of running auctions an...more
Supply Management recently posted an article by Nick Drewe of Market Dojo outlining some top 10 tips for running an eSourcing event, based on his experience of using an eSourcing t...more
Thinking of becoming more strategic? How should you adapt your organisational structure? Some time ago one of our client's was asking the same questions. We sat down and worked thr...more
Editor’s Note: When Kelly Barner and Alun Rafique submitted this post on the variables in the adoption of auctions, they hit close to home in terms of an area of procurement abo...more
Posted on February 4, 2014 by PI Blogger Procurement Insights Blog Editors note: We had the great pleasure to be picked as a finalist for the 'Year in the life series' on t...more
This article is a follow-up piece by Nick Drewe, co-founder of Market Dojo, who used the Market Dojo eSourcing tool to let a contract with local builders for his own home extension...more
By The Bristol Post | Posted: February 05, 2014 By Gavin Thompson A NORTH Bristol firm has led the way in online reverse auctions, in which businesses get suppliers to bi...more
PETER SMITH - January 16, 2014 12:05 AM http://spendmatters.com/uk/innovation-dojo-another-new-product-market-dojo/ We featured Market Dojo and their new ‘Category Dojo’ ...more
PETER SMITH - January 13, 2014 7:31 AM http://spendmatters.com/uk/category-dojo-new-product-market-dojo/ If all the surveys and predictions are correct, topics such as suppli...more
The following article featured as a guest post on the excellent Procurement Insights EU blog. It outlines some of the challenges we have faced whilst working with local governm...more
This is part 3 of Nick Drewe’s foray into a domestic eSourcing exercise for his house extension. Nick has now held all the site visits and chased in the quotes. Time for a spot...more
We were very proud to be invited to the Salon Solutions event in Paris on the 1st-3rd October by our French partner, Effixens. As the only French speaker on the Market Dojo team, i...more
This is part 2 of Nick Drewe’s foray into a domestic eSourcing exercise for his house extension. Nick’s tender has now gone live! You can catch up on part 1 here. So last...more
This is a multi-part article from Market Dojo co-founder, Nick Drewe, who is currently planning a house extension and is embarking on the sourcing phase of the project. We’ll l...more
A Japanese auction is a reverse auction where the price drops incrementally over time and the participant must to decide whether to accept or decline each price level. If the...more
Great! You have decided that you are going to save time and money by running a reverse auction to negotiate. One of the decisions you will need to make is, 'which type of revers...more
Below is a post from one of our partners, TotalSoft, who is the leading ERP provider in Romania with over 1500 customers across 27 countries. We partnered with them to provide ou...more
Our intern Antoine Boton sums up his experience on his 6 week internship with Market Dojo. Here is an outline of his typical day's work with us: Before arriving at the Market Doj...more
Here is a article from the Insider, on Entrepreneurship in the South West. Across the South West, bright young things, and some not so young but still bright, are beavering awa...more
For the next few weeks, we are lucky enough be working with two interns from France, Camélia Chiguer and Antoine Boton. Here are the observations about the cultural differences ...more
Today we are very pleased to welcome a guest post from Optimum Procurement. Jane McAuliffe from Optimum was kind enough to participate in a recent product requirements workshop,...more
Back in 2012, we received a great deal of interest from customers and prospects considering the use of Market Dojo for sourcing of legal services. Today we are pleased to welcome ...more
Photo courtesey of tawalker The one feature of Market Dojo that gets me most excited is the Sandpit area, where we invite you to come and experiment with Market Dojo. Everyone l...more
Buyers Meeting Point has written a great article about our new Samurai release. We were so pleased, here it is in full: ENTER THE SAMURAI: ESOURCING MADE SIMPLE In October 2010...more
Here is our latest press release, announcing our Samurai release and some of the work we have been doing with Shropshire Council... Market Dojo helps organisations to save money...more
We would like to say a massive thanks to Tea, Liz, Sanni and their lecturer Ben, all from the Digital Film Production course from University of Gloucestershire , for their time a...more
Expediting probably took up half of my time whilst acting as a buyer at a large tier one aerospace provider. Three bids and a buy took up the rest. Was I concerned? Unfortunately n...more
Spend Matters welcomes a guest post Market Dojo, a Bristol-based e-Sourcing solution start-up. As technology advances, the most sophisticated products of the past become nothing...more
Reverse auctions and even e-sourcing software has become a commodity product. There are numerous players in this market offering broadly the same functionality. Sure, some ha...more
Last month we surpassed the milestone of our first year in business. Understandably we were delighted, as we read previously that up to four-fifths of start-ups fail in their fi...more
Last weekend I attended a fantastic Indian wedding at Addington Palace, where many years ago Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn. I certainly hope the bride for this wedding manages ...more
In the previous posting we saw how advertisers began to sell meaning. In this post we examine how the selling of meaning and symbols was refined so that marketers could target di...more
We would like to introduce a guest blog by our highly capable marketing intern Sam Hallett from Bournemouth University. Sam has been helping us out in a number of areas over the ...more
e-Auctions are a great tool to save money quickly and efficiently if used correctly. However, there always seems to be a barrier to increasing their uptake with many procurement de...more
For each purchasing department there are many benefits in creating a centre for best practice which centralises all the company methodology for procurement. As Market Dojo works in...more
To get us started, give us a little background on Market Dojo and the team. Two of the founding Directors, Alun Rafique and I, worked as cost reduction consultants for a nearly ...more
I realised recently that this is a term we brandish about quite frequently at various meetings and conversations we have. Occasionally we get nods of appreciation for the term,...more
I recieved a question on LinkedIn recently. Specifically it was: "What are the top things to do when starting a new PPC campaign or optimizing an existing one?". Not really be...more
As a bootstrapped company trying to make our forays into a mature market, there is one major trait that we have that our competitors can never encroach and that is that we are a gr...more
Overview Join us in person for a discussion on strategic sourcing in the age of intelligent insight, and how AI is playing a key role. Join Us for an Exclusiv...more
In the ever-evolving world of procurement, professionals are constantly pushed to go beyond traditional methods and redefine their impact. But with the industry's rapid changes, is...more
Spring into innovation and meet us at 2 leading Procurement & Sourcing events in March. Procurement Strategies & Innovation (PSI) 5th March - London Join us for the lat...more
The world faces environmental and social challenges threatening the planet's sustainability. As a result, companies are looking for ways to incorporate sustainability into their...more
This briefing summarises the thoughts exchanged by procurement professionals at Market Dojo and Per Angusta's invitation-only event at Stamford Bridge, and specifically explores th...more
"Procurement Software: Suite Providers Vs Best of Breed" Market Dojo Co-Founder and Director, Nick Drewe, discusses all things Suite vs Best of Breed with board level procuremen...more
Just when we thought that things could not get any bigger, Cranfield had topped their previous years’ record and participated in the biggest Market Dojo eAuction game to date, wi...more
"How to Procure a Dinosaur" Peter Smith hosts our first podcast of 2020, alongside Market Dojo’s Co-Founder Alun Rafique and special guest, Procurement lead at London's world ...more
This week Market Dojo attended the 39th eWorld Procurement and Supply event, excited to meet with familiar faces and showcase our latest solutions to both new and veteran visitors ...more
Procurement Leaders have announced their Shortlists for the World Procurement Awards 2020. These prestigious awards celebrate the initiatives, teams and people across the globe ...more
Last week on 2nd of December 2019, Team Dojo’s Craig Knowles (Digital Marketing Manager) and I, Jon Pole (Senior Business Development Manager), presented to 187 participants at C...more
Christmas Special Peter Smith hosts our Christmas special, alongside Market Dojo's Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Pete Glass aka Procurement Pe...more
At Market Dojo, we pride ourselves on the usability and adaptability of all our solutions. Our procurement software has been built with ease of use in mind and last month we really...more
Last month marked Market Dojo’s third annual conference, bringing together clients and prospects alike for a day of industry insights and socialising. The event was once again he...more
The Market Dojo Conference is only 15 days away! On Thursday 17th October, Market Dojo will be welcoming a wealth of procurement professionals to the Cotswolds, for our annual...more
This weeks eWorld convention marked Market Dojo’s 8th consecutive year in attendance and our first since the release our Contract Management solution, Contract Dojo! Our team ...more
10 Ways To Fiddle Your Procurement Savings Acquisitions, Deliveroo, a new procurement book from a familiar author and 10 ways to fiddle your procurement savings… Peter Smith a...more
Global Trade Wars, Gender Pay Gaps, Brexit and Sex Lairs... Peter Smith and Market Dojo Co-Founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe discuss the latest procurement news, draw compari...more
Welcome to Market Dojo's first podcast, hosted by Peter Smith. Peter Smith and Market Dojo CoFounder Alun Rafique discuss procurement news, review "A Licence to Play" a new proc...more
Following last year's meeting with local MP David Drewe, Market Dojo were pleased to welcome Siobhan Baillie to West End Suites offices on the back of her recent triumph, being s...more
The capabilities of eAuctions are far from foreign to the majority of procurement professionals, with tools such as Market Dojo saving users 16% on average, why are t...more
On Tuesday 30th April, Market Dojo cofounder’s Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe will be tackling two of the major challenges facing procurement professionals considering eSourcing sol...more
Join the Market Dojo team at eWorld Procurement & Supply on 5th March 2019, at the event’s new location, De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. "Since 2001, eWorld Proc...more
Market Dojo will be attending the EIC Connect Oil & Gas Conference on the 27th & 28th of November 2018, making our presence felt amongst some of the biggest key decision ma...more
This year, the Web Summit took place in Lisbon, Portugal, on 4th - 7th November 2018. If you have never attended a Web Summit, there are a few things you might want to know to make...more
Trying to work efficiently and effectively towards a long-term goal is a common challenge for procurement professionals. Procurement is often seen as a function that has to deliver...more
Market Dojo made the bi-annual pilgrimage to eWorld earlier this week, excited at the prospect of meeting some new faces as well as networking with many long-term acquaintances and...more
On 24th - 26th September, Market Dojo participated in the popular Salons-Solution exhibition in Paris for the second time. Our team arrived in Paris following an epic journey vi...more
We hosted our annual procurement conference at Englefield House on Thursday 17th May. It was a great day and for those that missed it, we’ve included some of our key highlights f...more
Last year we had our first ever Market Dojo event, after a very successful day and excellent feedback it would have been wrong if we did not make this an annual tradition. We saved...more
My name is Henry and I’m the business development Executive here at Market Dojo. Part of my role is to help the company exhibit at eWorld, which is a conference based on suppl...more
Last year, we hosted our first big conference with a fantastic turnout of 100+ procurement professionals from brands such as Next, McCarthy & Stone and Travis Perkins in our So...more
Our first Market Dojo roadshow of 2018 had a fantastic kick off at Hotel Football in Manchester this week. It was great to see some new faces as well as existing clients and provid...more
On Wednesday we were delighted to host the CIPS Central London branch event and give Market Dojo the opportunity to assess the region’s online negotiation skills! The event ...more
Market Dojo has had strong links with The University Of West England since our beginning and we have been privileged to be able to share our expertise through our talks and present...more
Don't miss your chance to sign up for our next roadshow in 2018. Just click on this link here to our registration form. Last years event was a huge success, the day consisted of...more
From our joint presentation with Odesma Consultancy at Procurement Summit 2016 entitled, "The Secret to How Aggreko Transformed into Procurement Pioneers"....more
From our presentation at Procurement Summit 2015 entitled, "Strategies to maximise your eAuction returns"....more
From our customer's seminar, Creative Education, at eWorld September 2014. The presentation was entitled, "Innovative eSourcing & Social Media in the Education Sector" and was ...more
From our Innovation Briefing seminar at eWorld 2014 entitled, "From identifying opportunities to realised savings" in conjunction with our client and partner, eQuiddity....more
Make sure to register for our next Roadshow on 17th May in 2018. Just click here to complete the registration form. Last years event was a huge success thanks to a number of gue...more
Last week we had a triumph of a day, running an eAuction masterclass at The Birmingham Botanical Gardens with lots of familiar faces of current clients filling our venue! The da...more
Procurement Transformation. Nick ford, Executive Director at Odesma discussed his experiences and thoughts on using eSourcing to create real value and transform procurement practi...more
Bed of Nails & Robot. Richard Bell, former Procurement Director of Averda discussed how he implemented procurement solutions around the world and the impact of Robotic Process...more
People and Process Success in Government. Rob Lees, Commercial Director of ISS Ministry of Defence presented on creating success through implementing practical processes and people...more
Resetting the supplier & buyer dynamic. Robert Copeland, Procurement Director of G4S in the UK & Ireland presented on the subject of re-evaluating supplier and buyer relat...more
Establishing an eSourcing Centre of Excellence. Simon Boggis, the former CPO of Ceva Logistics discusses his experience in transforming a decentralised procurement team to deliver ...more
Baker's ingredients lists for a successful eAuctions. Terri Hudson, Managing Director of Baker Wanless Ltd discusses the different ways to make a successful eSourcing event and the...more
The Human Condition. Iain McKenna, Managing Director of Sourcing Solved discussed how you can attract the best procurement talent to complement your technology and ensure that the...more
eSourcing is the best way to buy energy! Keith Moore, Owner of Fairnet Commercial Services presented on how he advises on using eSourcing solutions to deliver the best value for b...more
Creating real value from eSourcing Alun Rafique, Co-founder of Market Dojo introduces the inaugural event and discuss the topic of creating real value from eSourcing....more
Using Different Ways of Working to Achieve 25% Savings Graham Woodison, former Senior Purchasing Manager at Specsavers and founder of Challenge25 presented his specialism in impro...more
This presentation highlights early findings from Aberdeen Groups research into Expanding Sourcing Success in the Global Economy....more
Six months and here we are again, eWorld September 2017. I am sure that for the rest of the team at Market Dojo it felt like a bout of Deja Vu having gone for the past 6 years ...more
Market Dojo is hosting its inaugural procurement event on Thursday, 6th April. The event will offer procurement professionals the opportunity to network and learn from the experts....more
From Scarborough to Cheltenham to London, the Market Dojo team travelled from opposite ends of the UK to attend Manchester's Procurement Summit. Here’s Peter’s story of the exc...more
This years eWorld Procurement and Supply Summit was a first time for three members of our team. All of us armed with the prior experience of tradeshows but were surprised by the ...more
It is with a fuzzy head that I am writing this blog to commemorate the fantastic evening that we enjoyed at the Supply Management Awards courtesy of our consultancy partner Odes...more
For the second year in a row Market Dojo has entered Procurious’ Big Idea Summit. This year, our big idea is that companies are going to pay more attention to compliance withi...more
With the first eWorld of 2016 having been and gone, it's time to reflect on the day and think about what we took away. A huge thank you to the team for organising the eWorld eve...more
The eWorld Procurement and Supply summit is one of our personal favourites in the events calendar. At Market Dojo, we’ve been showcasing our on-demand eSourcing tools there ...more
Having made the three hour trip to (not so sunny) Manchester the night before, we awoke from our hotel and made our way to the Procurement Summit conference which was held at the M...more
Arriving at QEII in London for eWorld Procurement and Supply Summit, armed with a plethora of marketing materials, we set up our stand by the entrance next to the lovely Baker Wan...more
The Market Dojo team arrived at the Grange Tower hotel for the annual CIPS conference just in time for registration and the keynote speech from Dr John Glen of the Cranfield School...more
It feels like only yesterday we packed up our stand at eWorld in March, but with just 31 days to go until we gather again to hear about the latest innovation and technology in the ...more
Last week we were generously invited by our partners, ArcBlue, to join their exhibition stand and sponsored dinner at the CIPS Middle East Conference 2015 in Abu Dhabi. ArcBl...more
At eWorld on Tuesday 3rd March, visitors that came to our stand entered their businesses cards into our prize draw to be in with a chance of winning one Market Dojo Licence, encom...more
As of Monday 2nd March, I became Market Dojo’s first official employee and the very next day, my knowledge and skills were put to the test as I awoke to my alarm at 4am for my jo...more
As we now enter into our fifth year of business, we'd like to share with you some of the more unusual goods and services that we've seen tendered via our software! For example,...more
The last 4 weeks have been exceptionally busy for us all at Market Dojo as we firmly enter into the conference season! eWorld September 2014 Firstly we exhibited at the eW...more
We recently returned from another fantastic eWorld event in Westminster. The most noticeable difference for us between this event and previous ones was the absence of Market Dojo...more
Last week we attended the CIPS Annual Conference 2013 as quite possibly the latest entrants ever! By chance at the September ‘13 eWorld event, we met Johnnie Norton, a Sales Ex...more
Last week saw our now regular outing to the eWorld Purchasing & Supply event in London. The team in front of our booth My day at eWorld began with a train journey to Lo...more
Relax with Market Dojo are the words printed on the square stress balls, part of our must have marketing paraphernalia that we had produced for the show (see here). As it turns o...more
Over a year old and apparently a lot wiser, would we be able to take the time out to tackle Revolution’s second e-purchasing event of the year? Is it worth attending? Will there ...more
Despite being in existence for only 7 months, we decided to invest in exhibiting in the eWorld show, having recognised it to be the premier event to exhibit for organisations in ...more
Market Dojo Challenges Procurement's AI Obsession: "Procurement Doesn't Need Replacing. It Needs Empowering." Bristol, UK, June, 2026, Market Dojo, a leading provider of AI sourc...more
Stroud, UK, April 27, 2026, Market Dojo (an Esker company), a leading provider of AI sourcing solutions, has announced it has been recognized as a validated provider in The Hackett...more
LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. — April 7, 2026 — Esker, the leading AI Automation Suite for the Office of the CFO, today announced the integration of Ec...more
Bristol, 23/02/26 - Esker (Market Dojo), the leading procurement & finance software provider, announced today that it has been named to The Hackett Group's 2025-26, 50 to Know ...more
As we embark on Market Dojo's 16th year serving the procurement industry, we reflect on an incredible journey of growth, innovation, and customer success in eSourcing. Our lates...more
Stroud, UK - 09/12/2025 ” Market Dojo (an Esker company), a leading global procurement software provider, today announced its selection to the 2025/26 ProcureTech100, t...more
We recently shared our vision for modern strategic sourcing in a SIG webinar titled The Procurement Leader’s Strategic Sourcing Activation Plan: A Roadmap for Modern Value Creati...more
Bristol UK, Tuesday 23 September 2025 “ Market Dojo today announced its continued inclusion in the Fall 2025 edition of Spend Matters’ SolutionMap for Sourcing, the industry’...more
You’ve digitised your procurement process, and the foundations are in place. But what if you could move beyond ‘good enough’ and truly optimise, unlocking next‘level insigh...more
Time and again, we’ve seen that procurement is no longer just about cutting costs”it’s about creating value, driving efficiency, and building resilience in an unpredictable w...more
LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. ” March 26, 2025 ” Esker, the global authority in AI-powered business solutions for the Office of the CFO, today announced that it has been na...more
Bristol UK, 18 March 2025 “ UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been featured in the Sourcing category of Spend Matters’ Spring 2025 SolutionMap which b...more
As procurement continues to evolve, technology plays a crucial role in shaping sourcing strategies. According to the Gartner Market Guide for Sourcing Application, “sourcing te...more
Market Dojo, a leader in eSourcing solutions, has partnered with Focal Point, pioneers in intake and orchestration, to deliver an integrated platform that redefines how procurement...more
As we embark on Market Dojo's 15th year serving the procurement industry, we reflect on an incredible journey of growth, innovation, and customer success in eSourcing. Our lates...more
Market Dojo, a leader in eSourcing solutions, has partnered with Veridion, pioneers in supplier discovery, to deliver an integrated platform that redefines how procurement professi...more
As the title suggests, in the lead up to the ProcureTech Cup we had the chance to showcase our easy to use, on-demand strategic sourcing, contract, and supplier management software...more
Market Dojo Selected for 11th Annual '50 Providers to Know' List Recognising Top Companies in Procurement and Supply Chain Bristol, 8th October 2024 “ Market Dojo is proud to ...more
Bristol UK, 19 September 2024 “ UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been featured in the Sourcing category of Spend Matters’ Fall 2024 SolutionMap which...more
Bristol, UK [11/09/24] “ Market Dojo, a leading provider of on-demand eProcurement software, is thrilled to announce its inclusion in the esteemed "AI-Powered Sourcing Automation...more
Bristol, UK [05/09/24] “ Market Dojo, a leader in on-demand sourcing and supplier management solutions, is excited to announce the release of its latest Autonomous Sourcing featu...more
ABOUT AUTOMATION It’s more important than ever to ensure that your procurement activity is adherent to internal and regulatory requirements, and with limited resources it can be...more
As people increasingly use ChatGPT to ask ‘Google-type’ questions, and with the launch of SearchGPT we decided to do a little experiment and ask ChatGPT what it ‘thinks’ ab...more
UK, July, 2024 “ Market Dojo, a leading provider of on-demand strategic sourcing solutions, is thrilled to announce its recognition as a "Challenger" in the esteemed Ardent Par...more
UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been featured in the Sourcing category of Spend Matters’ Spring 2024 SolutionMap which benchmarks 79 procure...more
At a time where costs are skyrocketing and competition is fierce, AI feels like a breath of fresh air offering procurement, like many disciplines, a new path to sustainable success...more
Spring into innovation and meet us at 2 leading Procurement & Sourcing events in March. Procurement Strategies & Innovation (PSI) 5th March - London Join us for the lat...more
LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. ” February 1, 2024 ” Esker, a global cloud platform and leader in AI-driven process automation solutions for Finance, Procurement and Customer...more
Here’s a little secret: I’m a big fan of those year-in-review shows that pop up everywhere in December. Usually, I watch it with friends or family and repeatedly say things lik...more
It’s that time to take stock and celebrate the last twelve months. For many in procurement and sourcing, it’s been an interesting, exciting, tumultuous time. 2023 has bee...more
Each year the 50 Providers to Know list recognises the best-in-class companies in the procurement and supply chain market - and this is the tenth annual release! These are firms yo...more
Market Dojo announced today a new collaboration with Kronos Group to reinforce its presence in the Benelux, France and Italy. Kronos Group is a rapidly expanding consulting co...more
In today's fiercely competitive business landscape, Market Dojo, a global procurement software provider, unveils a groundbreaking integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into i...more
With the current war on talent, strong culture and values are critical in helping to attract and retain the best people. Edbury Daley, experts in digital procurement and supply cha...more
The world faces environmental and social challenges threatening the planet's sustainability. As a result, companies are looking for ways to incorporate sustainability into their...more
Bristol UK, 9 March 2023 “ Sourcing Dojo, Market Dojo’s flagship eSourcing solution, has been featured for another year as a FrontRunner for Supply Chain Management software, s...more
Bristol UK, 28 February 2023 “ Market Dojo, an Esker company, announced today that it has been named for the third consecutive year as an Emerging Favourite for procurement soft...more
Join our Head of Product Ben Harvey as he shares the latest and greatest from Market Dojo’s best-of-breed procurement technology platform. Ben reviews the latest features, update...more
Bristol UK, 18 November 2024 “ Market Dojo, UK based SaaS procurement software provider, meets the requirements of the 2022 version of ISO/IEC 27001 security standard certificati...more
Bristol UK, 25 November 2022 “ Market Dojo, UK based SaaS procurement software provider, achieves widely recognised ISO/IEC 27001 security standard certification demonstrating th...more
Bristol UK, 22 November 2022 “ UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been placed as a Value Leader in Sourcing of Spend Matters’ Fall 2022 SolutionMap whi...more
Following the recent news that Market Dojo has joined forces with Esker, COO and Co-Founder of Market Dojo, Nick Drewe joined host, Scott Leahy on the latest episode of Esker On Ai...more
UK, Bristol - 9 June 2022 - Market Dojo, a UK based SaaS procurement software provider, has today announced Esker, a global cloud platform and leader in AI-driven process automatio...more
Market Dojo is proud to announce that we are an official corporate sponsor of ‘The Carter the Brave epic end-to-end ride’. Carter the Brave is a fundraising partner of Birmi...more
The time came for us all at Market dojo to finally have our Christmas party and a team building day out…In April! The day started with breakfast before splitting into groups f...more
UK, Bristol - 9 March 2022 Market Dojo, a UK-based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced the launch of an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) supplier prof...more
TORONTO and Bristol, UK, March 1, 2022 -- TealBook, the leading supplier data foundation that autonomously enhances supplier data and powers e-procurement technology, and Mar...more
British startup Market Dojo revolutionizes procurement standards by offering a 100% cloud eSourcing solution LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. ” January 4, 2022 ” Esker, a g...more
Improved user self-service capability with instant access UK, Bristol - 2 November 2021 Market Dojo, a UK based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced their on-d...more
We are pleased to announce that we’ve been awarded 50 Procurement Providers to Watch 2021 by Spend Matters. This is the fourth year in a row we have received this recognitio...more
Introducing Market Dojo's new Head of Marketing and PR, Jenny Burt. Jenny joined the Marketing team at the end of April having come from her previous role at another software provi...more
Over the last eighteen months, a specialist group within the Development Team at Market Dojo have been hard at work on optimising and updating our primary Sourcing offering. One...more
Introducing Market Dojo's newest team member, Michael Petrov. Michael joins the Development team as our new Ruby on Rails Developer. We asked Michael a few questions to get to know...more
Those of you in the profession may well have been exposed to the announcement of a fantastic new book on eAuctions, authored by Jacob Gorm Larsen called “A Practical Guide to e-A...more
Here's where and how to find out all the latest updates and information from Market Dojo. New eAuction Community The Market Dojo Community has just got better with a new eA...more
We at Market Dojo are delighted to announce the release of our new module SRM Dojo! What is it for? SRM Dojo is a Supplier Relationship Management tool intended to be you...more
Market Dojo has recently launched a host of new pages to better explain the wide range of products available to procurement professionals looking to master their supply chain decis...more
The following Q&A session was held between Market Dojo and Brian McAndrews, Chief Store Development Officer at Grocery Outlet. Brian, please tell us in your own words abou...more
Just when we thought that things could not get any bigger, Cranfield had topped their previous years’ record and participated in the biggest Market Dojo eAuction game to date, wi...more
Qatar Fuel, WOQOD is a Qatari downstream Oil and gas company engaged in the distribution and sale of refined petroleum products, LP Gas, Aviation fuel, Bitumen and Lubricants. They...more
To follow on from our recent 'A Decade of Dojo' blog, we thought now would be an opportune time to share with you some remarkable facts about Market Dojo. Perhaps in amongst these ...more
Market Dojo's segment of CIPS': 'Supply, Support and Sustain'. CIPS has worked in conjunction with ITN, Market Dojo and others to create a Procurement focused programme highlig...more
The following blog is written by our COO and Market Dojo co-founder Nick Drewe. Nick reflects on Market Dojo's 10th year in business and highlights some of our keys successes in wh...more
There have been plenty of challenges in the past few years, but the Covid-19 crisis is different. It has reached every consumer without discrimination, sending a shockwave up the s...more
Recently Spend Matters covered us as part of their vendor analysis looking into sourcing specialists for enterprises wanting comprehensive solutions that can help modernise their p...more
Mark Dixon founded Regus in 1989 after noticing how many business people were huddled round small coffee tables in busy cafes trying to conduct meetings. Just 11 years later,...more
Initially, many businesses faced some pretty tough choices of over the last few months during the COVID-19 global pandemic, such as: Should our business go into hibernation to...more
Market Dojo has released a new homepage to better tell the story of how we can help procurement professionals with their activities and show you some great examples of the work we ...more
Market Dojo have been included within the Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2020. This list recognizes the fast-rising companies in the procurement and supply cha...more
The below is a short message from our CEO and Co-founder, Alun Rafique. Hi everyone, I hope you are all keeping well and healthy in these unprecedented times. At this challeng...more
Two Bristol businesses on opposite sides of the enterprise-scale will be teaming up, as international manufacturer Imperial Brands signs up with local software company, Market Dojo...more
Our software is continuing to support businesses around the world to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on their supply chains. Here are the top ways we can help you now: Run a ...more
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the importance of having an effective procurement strategy has never been greater, with sales forecasts falling off a cliff in many circumstanc...more
The recent release of the Solutions Maps Q1, 2020 by Spend Matters has shown Market Dojo to be a 'Value Leader' for organisations seeking cloud-based software with optional value-a...more
The team at Market Dojo have had several meetings over the last week to discuss how we can help businesses' in this unprecedented time of need. We realise that one of the most c...more
How Market Dojo is reacting to Coronavirus: We have received some questions from customers about how we will be reacting to the current situation. Things are changing very fast,...more
Market Dojo has teamed up with our first-ever Brand Ambassador, the highly experienced and accomplished Procurement Leader, Jordan Jansen. Jordan joins Team Dojo with a weal...more
Over the last 40 years, Logitech has pioneered the development of consumer electronics in the high-tech industry. The company operates as a multibrand and multi-category organ...more
Discovering reverse auctions Occidental Petroleum (known as Oxy) has been producing and drilling oil in Oman for over 30 years. As the largest independent oil producer in th...more
Procurement Leaders have announced their Shortlists for the World Procurement Awards 2020. These prestigious awards celebrate the initiatives, teams and people across the globe ...more
As the British Transfer Window approaches its deadline, Market Dojo can rest easy, knowing our latest recruit and Business Development Manager, Tyrone is already on board. Tyrone h...more
The Al Naboodah Group is one of the UAE’s most well-respected family company names, employing over 15,000 staff across 15 businesses. Al Naboodah’s core business covers ci...more
During my time at Market Dojo, I have been busy finding security vulnerabilities within Market Dojo’s services. This has involved creating and setting up a bug bounty program, re...more
Christmas came early last Thursday at Dojo HQ, as the entire team gathered for a day of festive celebrations and procurement fun and games. We started our Market Dojo team day w...more
Team Dojo are delighted to have welcomed Ben Walsh to our ranks as our new Partner Manager. Our man from down under joins us with experience in both the commercial sector as wel...more
Introducing our eSourcing ninjas… Ever wondered what would happen if you left four members of the creative time in a room after working hours with nothing but a camera and som...more
Last week on 2nd of December 2019, Team Dojo’s Craig Knowles (Digital Marketing Manager) and I, Jon Pole (Senior Business Development Manager), presented to 187 participants at C...more
The following blog is written by our CEO and Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique. Alun reflects on Market Dojo's 9th year as a business and highlights some of the keys to our succe...more
At Market Dojo, we pride ourselves on the usability and adaptability of all our solutions. Our procurement software has been built with ease of use in mind and last month we really...more
The Market Dojo Conference is only 15 days away! On Thursday 17th October, Market Dojo will be welcoming a wealth of procurement professionals to the Cotswolds, for our annual...more
Team Dojo are delighted to announce we will be appearing in a few very exciting projects over the next couple of months. As well as continuing to develop our website, software a...more
This weeks eWorld convention marked Market Dojo’s 8th consecutive year in attendance and our first since the release our Contract Management solution, Contract Dojo! Our team ...more
We are pleased to welcome our new Social Media Marketing Executive Amelia to Team Dojo. Amelia is the 5th member of the Marketing team and 3rd to join the revolution since 2019 as ...more
Team Dojo have made plenty of eSourcing heroes over the years, but we can now boast a real life hero in our ranks! As an active member of the RNLI, Bernd will be turning his attent...more
A guitar signed by International recording artist Ed Sheeran, is set to be ‘eAuctioned’ by a Glasgow based social enterprise on the evening of August 26th. ‘12 Guitars’ who...more
Market Dojo is pleased to have welcomed our latest recruit Ryan, who has joined us within the role of Webmaster. What made you apply to work at Market Dojo? I was actually he...more
Market Dojo is pleased to have welcomed our latest recruit Francesco, who has joined us within the role of Front End Developer and Designer. What made you apply to work at Marke...more
In our previous blog, we showed how Spend Matters (SM) compared Market Dojo to a number of competitors within the world of eSourcing, via their Q1 Solutions Map for 2019. As Q2 ...more
At Market Dojo we are excited to announce our new partnership with Vallterra Internacional, a Procurement Consultancy based in Barcelona, Spain. Vallterra International is a yo...more
The following Blog was written by Andre Le Lerre, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital O...more
I think we can all agree that Bill Gates is a top bloke. Aside from being one of the most influential people in our lifetime, he’s done what a lot more people in h...more
Market Dojo’s reputation as a firm customer leader was clear to see in Spend Matters latest solutions map, for the first quarter of 2019. Within the category of Nimb...more
It's been a year of lots of firsts already for Market Dojo and following this theme is the announcement of our first Product Manager, Ben. Amazingly however, he's not our first Bus...more
Market Dojo have found themselves alongside the likes of Uber and Mastercard, in Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2019. The Spend Matters 50 Providers to ...more
We at Market Dojo are pleased to introduce to our French users our new meta website and features, mais maintenant en français! www.marketdojo.com/fr With the recent arrivals...more
Following last year's meeting with local MP David Drewe, Market Dojo were pleased to welcome Siobhan Baillie to West End Suites offices on the back of her recent triumph, being s...more
Our customer support just got even better with the introduction of our latest support platform, ‘Help Dojo’. Help Dojo is an interactive help portal which helps to guide use...more
Last week saw the Annual Cheltenham Festival take place at Prestbury Park, I am sure many of you like myself, afforded yourself a small flutter on the nags. This year’s festival ...more
The Market Dojo team were again thrilled this month to be part of the latest eWorld convention, at the events sparkling new home, the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Lon...more
Dwight Yorke, Leroy Sane, Sadio Mane and even Lionel Messi are some of the most high profile football players to wear the number 19 shirt. Market Dojo's new and 19th member, Graham...more
During this continued period of exponential growth for Market Dojo, we are pleased to have welcomed our latest recruit Callum, who has joined us as a Content Marketing Executive. ...more
The marketing team at Market Dojo have been working hard over the past months in order to improve our Resources page. As the central hub for all of the business' communication, we ...more
We at Market Dojo have recently launched a new reward scheme for users of our Market Dojo tools. Our team have rattled their brains and would like to welcome to you, our...more
Sol Lemoigne joins Market Dojo as the company's latest International Business Development Manager helping Marcin and Karina to broaden our reach further into Europe and across the ...more
I am currently following a master in Business Administration at the La Rochelle Business School (France), and I was looking for an internship in the UK, starting in January. In Fra...more
2018 was a fantastic year for Market Dojo, with many new customers, a vast increase in our staff numbers and more users in our system than ever before. We have put together the bel...more
We have recently added yet another member of staff to our Business Development team. Eve Eyres has joined Market Dojo as our newest Business Development Manager. As with all new me...more
Our latest French intern has this week joined the Market Dojo team for a six week internship. Sophie will be primarily working alongside the Marketing Department throughout her tim...more
‘If this game involves straws, sellotape and blue tac I am going home’ This blog has been written by Dojo Customer Support Manager and inventor of Dojo Bridge building, Chri...more
We have recently added yet another member of staff to our Business Development team. Jack Durnin has joined Market Dojo as our BDE, or Business Development Executive. As with all n...more
This week we welcomed Luke Sherratt to Market Dojo. He joins the business as a new Business Development Manager. We wanted to learn more about our newest recruit, his past experien...more
Market Dojo are delighted to announce a new partnership with Proqura to promote our innovative, pay-as-you-go procurement tools across New Zealand. Headquartered in Auckland, ...more
At Market Dojo we are pleased to announce the business' newest Customer Success Manager, El Towers who has recently joined our team. We asked El a few questions to get to know her ...more
As the Market Dojo team grows, so does our need for a more permanent customer support specialist. It is with great pleasure that we are able to announce that Chris Barrett has join...more
David Drew, Member of Parliament for Stroud visited local businesses within his constituency. Having been an integral part of the Stroud community for the last 35 years. David is r...more
Market Dojo are very excited to introduce Marcin Caban, the business' latest team member! Working in the Business Development department, Marcin joins the team with over 20 years ...more
This year on the 2nd August we were delighted to complete our 8th year in business. Given our tenuous Japanese association, it’s reassuring to know that the number 8 is ...more
This week we welcomed Adam Collins to the Market Dojo team. Adam joins the business as our Business Development Manager. We wanted to learn more about our newest recruit, his previ...more
Introducing Market Dojo's newest team member, Toby Pedder. Toby joins the Marketing department as our new Marketing Executive having previously worked within the marketing departme...more
After 9 months here at Market Dojo, my time as a Marketing Assistant to this exciting budding company has come to an end. A newbie to procurement, I joined Procurious, an online co...more
As of January this year, I started a new role as the Customer Success Manager at Market Dojo. This is a new role for the company, yet one that is becoming more common within SaaS o...more
Meet Angie Counsell our Marketing Assitant, Jon Pole our Bussiness Development Manager and Sophia Binns our Business Generation Manager. Angie Counsell (Left), Jon Pol...more
Introducing one of the new members to the Market Dojo Family Sophia Binns. We asked our newest addition a couple of questions to find out what makes her tick. What made you appl...more
Market Dojo is excited to introduce you to our newest member of team Dojo - Jon Pole. Coming all the way from South Africa he’ll be stepping into our business development manager...more
The three presentations given by Andomise, Market Dojo and Coupa are combined in this pdf. They provided a breakfast briefing to provide some thoughtful insight into the trends and...more
Market Dojo is pleased to announce the latest member of Team Dojo. Angie will be joining us as part of our growing marketing team, she glided through the Market Dojo interview p...more
What do Market Dojo and these photos of celebrities have in common? Extra prizes if you can all guess who they are - we’ll tell you at the end. The answer is that they ar...more
Hi, I'm Harry. I've just wrapped up my second year of study at the University of Gloucestershire and have been in search of bright new opportunities in the film industry. This is m...more
Antoine Le Bras, French intern who has joined Market Dojo for 8 weeks shares his feelings and his analysis of his first days in our beautiful country. It only took an hour ...more
Market Dojo are very excited to introduce the latest member of Team Dojo! Working on the Business Development side, Henry, from Cirencester, breezed through the Market Dojo interv...more
Brexit, Trump, how did this happen? The unexpectedness of it all caught everyone by surprise. All the polls were wrong. If we could put this down to a singular reason? The ...more
It is with a fuzzy head that I am writing this blog to commemorate the fantastic evening that we enjoyed at the Supply Management Awards courtesy of our consultancy partner Odes...more
August 2nd marks an important date in the Market Dojo calendar, as each year on this day our firm becomes one year older. This year we have now successfully reached our 6th year in...more
Market Dojo are very excited to introduce the latest members of Team Dojo. Helping out on the Business Development side, Peter and Lewis, both Cheltenham based, passed the Market ...more
Over the last week we fulfilled our invitations to host lectures for several business schools, specifically those of Bristol and Greenwich. We've always enjoyed presenting o...more
"What would Market Dojo be like today if it had started 10 years earlier?" That was the question posed by Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights one fine day in April. Having o...more
This article was a challenge to write and should be viewed with good humour and in an amicable fashion. As a good French and European citizen, I am obliged to defend our interests ...more
A massive thanks to PWC and the invitation to the annual awards. A very well run black tie event in the Passenger Shed next to Temple Meads station with guest presenter Ian A...more
Last week we bid a fond farewell to our intern Alex who spent 9 glorious weeks at Market Dojo HQ. Whilst here he worked on translation of the website, wrote content for the blog an...more
This year, I will spend my summer holidays in the British Island. Obviously this is not the most exotic destination but I have to do this because a master in management is wait...more
By working closely with the Bristol Business School of the University of the West of England (UWE), Market Dojo, a young business in the South West, is able to form a very real syn...more
On Thursday 16 April Market Dojo attended CIPS Bristol event at Butcombe Brewery. I had not attended a CIPS Bristol event before, but was in the area and my colleague, Nick, had or...more
Over the weekend, we surpassed our 5th year since our memorable incorporation on the 2nd August 2010. There have been a number of fantastic achievements since our previous ...more
Working with a local horror film producer we made a series of light-hearted videos to inject some humour into a procurement professionals day. The basic premise was based on variou...more
Today is the second of March and spring is on its way. It's also a landmark day for Market Dojo with two firsts to celebrate. By Jongleur100 (Own work) , via Wikimedia Commons...more
Over the weekend we achieved our latest milestone of completing our 4th successful year of Market Dojo. Starting from nothing 4 years ago and investing a lot of our time and...more
We had a great write up in the West of England Growth Fund newsletter after receiving a grant to help develop our e-marketplace concept. Bristol based Market Dojo is poised�...more
Jon Hansen and Colin Cram from Procurement Insights published our take on the report on Local Government Procurement. Once again we would like to pass on our thanks helping to pr...more
In between the ritual consumption of chocolate eggs over the Easter weekend, we released a set of new enhancements to our software for all to enjoy. Amongst the highlights inclu...more
Posted on December 24, 2013 by piblogger Procurement Insights blog - http://procureinsightseu.wordpress.com/2013/12/24/a-westminster-diary-or-an-sme-in-king-arthurs-court-by-ala...more
Last Friday we proudly turned 3. If we were talking about a human rather than a company, we might look a little like this guy: However, we are a business and to reach this...more
We are delighted to announce the news that Optimus Business Solutions has gone live, having signed up as a Market Dojo reseller into Australia a few weeks ago. Australia is a ve...more
'And here is the last post from our effervescent intern, Camelia...' Wow. I can’t believe I have already reached the end of my internship. There’s only one week left and t...more
Here is an article written by our second intern, Antoine Boton, from École Atlantique de Commerce in Nantes. Here he empathises with how British people may view their arriva...more
editors note: this is the second blog entry from our excellent intern Hadrien Geffroy. Sadly Hadrien's internship has reaached it's completion and we have to say au revoir, but...more
editor's note: this is the first of two blog entries by our intern extraordinnaire, Hadrien Geffroy from École Atlantique de Commerce in France. We were fortunate to have H...more
PRESS RELEASE For immediate release August 2012 Market Dojo celebrate their second birthday with a year of amazing growth Last week marked Market Dojo’s second successful...more
We have created accessible e-sourcing software, attracted customers both large and small, proved its value and now we want to share our success. "Market Dojo is looking for rese...more
Just a quick note to thank everyone we spoke to in our search for our latest recruit. We have now hired and are delighted to have Dan join our ranks. Dan has over 8 years Ruby ...more
We were recently asked to contribute our on-the-ground thoughts of the e-Sourcing market, as we witnessed it. The original posting can be found here, although for ease we have i...more
Market Dojo celebrates their 1 year birthday! Market Dojo, an innovative Bristol-based software company, recently celebrated their first year in business. The company, incorpora...more
We’ve run an auction on our software before via a mobile phone “ true cloud technology! In 10 clicks of the mouse you can log-in, create an Event, gather pre-bids andru...more
The old rules for procurement are dead. A new breed of procurement professionals is rising. From start-up procurement administrators to enterprise CPOs, these changemakers are on ...more
June 22, 4:00 PM ” 5:00 PM BST Watch On-Demand Despite the impact and new set of challenges resulting from the pandemic, procurement’s momentum has not been thwarted. Instead...more
June 29, 3:00 PM ” 3:45 PM BST Watch On-Demand Seismic changes in the economy, political instability, rising costs, and inflation strike fear in many, yet others seek opportuni...more
Overview For both regular followers and new visitors (hello and welcome!) to the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, here is a recap of the Rule 1 eBook giving you tips on How to...more
Overview In the latest of our New Rules articles, Canda Rozier, experienced CPO & procurement evangelist, shares her insights on stakeholder engagement. Procurement leader...more
Overview Continuing our exploration of the evolving landscape of procurement, this article delves into the insights shared by thought leaders and practitioners on their prediction...more
Overview Agile. Proactive. Strategic. Digitalisation. Great words that put the proverbial fire in the belly of procurement leaders… but when it comes down to it, how do you be m...more
Overview As procurement continues its transformation from a "cost cutter" to a strategic advisor, the opportunities for driving real business value and making a lasting impact are...more
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CPO At The Crossroads As Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) take on a more critical and strategic role in driving profitability and growth, they find themselves at a crossroads. Th...more
The New Rules of Procurement Engagement - Rule One: Reimagine Strategy. Hear the Changemakers' thoughts on what to expect from the future of procurement strategy. [video widt...more
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Overview Procurement is often seen as a back-office function that is responsible for buying goods and services. However, the last few years have shown the business world that proc...more
Watch On Demand Real views. Real insight. Real world. Join this unique live debate on the shake-up taking place within Finance and Procurement. Our panel of leading though...more
Overview In our New Rules of Procurement Engagement series we are engaging with leading thought leaders and practitioners, from global powerhouses to tech wizards, to gain insight...more
Overview In our New Rules of Procurement Engagement series we are engaging with leading thought leaders and practitioners, from global powerhouses to tech wizards, to gain insight...more
Overview In our New Rules of Procurement Engagement series we are engaging with leading thought leaders and practitioners, from global powerhouses to tech wizards, to gain insight...more
Overview In our New Rules of Procurement Engagement series we are engaging with leading thought leaders and practitioners, from global powerhouses to tech wizards, to gain insight...more
Sourcing Barriers and Challenges: 7 Common Pitfalls to Avoid Overview In the world of sourcing, the more competitive the marketplace, the greater the need to negotiate, score and...more
Surviving and Thriving: Why It's Time to Reevaluate Sourcing Sourcing in times of uncertainty The world of sourcing has changed. And with it comes uncertainty and challenges. ...more
The old rules for procurement are dead. A new breed of procurement professionals is rising. From start-up procurement administrators to enterprise CPOs, these changemakers are on ...more
Overview For those who've been following us for a while and any new visitors (hello and welcome!) to the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, here is a recap of the Rule 2 eBook g...more
Overview For those who've been following us for a while and any new visitors (hello and welcome!) to the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, here is a recap of the Rule 3 eBook g...more
OVERVIEW The New Rules of Procurement Engagement is all about challenging the norms and embracing a new way of thinking that is better suited to today’s ever-evolving commerci...more
OVERVIEW ESG, sustainability and supplier diversity are pressing items on every senior leader’s agenda. As organisations look to decarbonise value chains from end to end, procur...more
OVERVIEW The New Rules of Procurement Engagement is all about challenging the norms and embracing a new way of thinking that is better suited to today’s ever-evolving commercial...more
OVERVIEW There are few areas in the business world where AI has not shown its applicability. But, in the context of supplier relationships that rely heavily on people interacti...more
Rule 3, in our New Rules series, is about embracing innovation at every turn, connecting experiences and insight to reshape supplier relationship performance from the ground up. To...more
Overview In the latest eBook: Reshape Supplier Relationships, we asked leading industry changemakers to share their insight on why the world of SRM is changing and how to move on ...more
Overview The old procurement playbook just won’t cut it anymore. As Rule 1: Reimagine Strategy and Rule 2: Reevaluate Sourcing have shown, high inflation rates, geopolitical unc...more
What are the emerging trends in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) that Procurement should be taking action on, right now? Find out how sustainability, scarcity of resources...more
Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) isn’t just the latest buzzword or ‘nice to have’; it’s a requirement to stay ahead of the curve. But if you are con...more
Is the notion of singling out certain suppliers as strategic”and by definition other suppliers as non-strategic”out of date? In today’s dynamic supply markets, where agili...more
Procurement, like the rest of the business world, is evolving faster than you can say “supply chain revolution”. In the midst of the chaos wrought on supply chains over the ...more
Supplier relationships are a game-changer right now. But old-school Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) tactics won't cut through the challenges procurement is facing. It’s...more
Join leading Changemakers from the world of procure-tech, supplier relationship management and partnerships as they explore key issues impacting the future of supplier relationship...more
The old rules for procurement are dead. A new breed of procurement professionals is rising. From start-up procurement administrators to enterprise CPOs, these changemakers are on ...more
Overview Whether you've been following us for some time or are a new visitor (welcome aboard!) of the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, here is a recap of the Rule 4 eBook of...more
For followers of the New Rules of Procurement Engagement, you know the overall message of Rule 4: Redefine Value Creation is to step back, take stock, and see the bigger picture. T...more
If you've been following the New Rules of Procurement Engagement for a while, you'll know we've recently launched Rule 4: Redefine Value Creation. The overall message of Rule 4 is...more
If you've been following the New Rules of Procurement Engagement for a while, you'll know we've recently launched Rule 4: Redefine Value Creation. The overall message of Rule 4 is...more
It's Time to Redefine Value Creation If you’ve been following the New Rules of Procurement Engagement for a while, you’ll know we’ve recently launched Rule 4: Redefine Valu...more
Overview We are witnessing a profound shift from an Age of Information to the Age of Intelligence driven by rapid advancement in generative AI and machine learning. As these tech...more
The old rules for procurement are dead. A new breed of procurement professionals is rising. From start-up procurement administrators to enterprise CPOs, these changemakers are on ...more
What are our top 3 most successful on-demand auctions? There’s no denying that the Covid-19 pandemic placed huge demands on supply chains around the globe. As procurement teams ...more
As the world begins to emerge from Covid, we wanted to share one way in which Market Dojo can help to adjust to the new normal. How the pandemic has affected supply chains Co...more
Apart from the key workers in the world, during the COVID-19 crisis, procurement professionals have been the heroes of businesses helping to keep organisations afloat. Consumers...more
We were recently asked what well-known consumer brand would we use to describe ourselves. After considering our range of services and our values, specifically our focus of deliveri...more
Initially, many businesses faced some pretty tough choices of over the last few months during the COVID-19 global pandemic, such as: Should our business go into hibernation to...more
With many countries seemingly entering the final stages of the epidemic and a slow sales recovery becoming a reality for many businesses around the world. Procurement has never bee...more
Due to the current crisis, the need for flexible and on-demand tools for procurement has never been greater. We've put together an infographic to show how on-demand tools can reall...more
At Market Dojo, we’re offering a free eSourcing or eAuction event using Market Dojo software for NHS trusts. We fully respect the amazing work that those involved with the NHS ar...more
If there is one positive thing that procurement professionals can draw from the covid 19 pandemic, it is that procurement has been thrust into the spotlight like never before. I ha...more
Distributed teams A distributed team is a team that works together from different geographical locations. People have done this, pretty much forever. They have always relied on ...more
In the current climate, PPE supply has become a hot topic for everyone, not just procurement. With this in mind, we wanted to take this opportunity to highlight some lessons we’v...more
After the initial concern of businesses putting the breaks on spending to evaluate the current COVID-19 crisis, data from our platform suggests that businesses are using Market Doj...more
The below is a short message from our CEO and Co-founder, Alun Rafique. Hi everyone, I hope you are all keeping well and healthy in these unprecedented times. At this challeng...more
Effective procurement strategy has never been so important, during this time of crisis. Supply chain professionals will undoubtedly be faced with minimising the impact of any di...more
Market Dojo is supporting businesses across the globe to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on their supply chains. Here are the top ways we can help you now: Read more here...more
Working from home? If you’re a procurement professional working remotely, our solutions are here to help. We have focused on ten key areas to highlight how Market Dojo is he...more
If you’re a procurement professional who is now required to work remotely, our solutions are here to help. We have focused on 6 key areas to highlight how Market Dojo is hel...more
Our software is continuing to support businesses around the world to reduce the impact of Covid-19 on their supply chains. Here are the top ways we can help you now: Run a ...more
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the importance of having an effective procurement strategy has never been greater, with sales forecasts falling off a cliff in many circumstanc...more
The team at Market Dojo have had several meetings over the last week to discuss how we can help businesses' in this unprecedented time of need. We realise that one of the most c...more
How Market Dojo is reacting to Coronavirus: We have received some questions from customers about how we will be reacting to the current situation. Things are changing very fast,...more
Our Brexit Risk Assessment RFI template is tailored using the knowledge of thousands of RFI's that have been published through our tool. To create both a simple but effective t...more
Our Brexit Risk Assessment RFI template is tailored using the knowledge of thousands of RFI's that have been published through our tool. To create both a simple but effective t...more
With the New Year just around the corner, the Brexit transition period is scheduled to end with new rules for UK businesses trading with the EU from the 1st January 2021. At Mar...more
Global Trade Wars, Gender Pay Gaps, Brexit and Sex Lairs... Peter Smith and Market Dojo Co-Founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe discuss the latest procurement news, draw compari...more
On Saturday the 29th December, news broke out in the UK that the government had awarded more than £102.9 million worth of contracts in case of a ‘No-deal’ Brexit to ...more
This edition of our Blog is written by Richard Ainley who currently works at Manchester Airports Group as their e-Commerce and Performance Spend Manager. He has previously held sen...more
In the UK especially, it seems that the prices of food and household goods are always on the increase. No matter how often you see those price slashes and discount signs, every yea...more
It’s hard to avoid the political quagmire that is the Home Office decision to source the new UK Passport from French firm Gemalto, ahead of the UK’s De La Rue. There are...more
Brexit, Trump, how did this happen? The unexpectedness of it all caught everyone by surprise. All the polls were wrong. If we could put this down to a singular reason? The ...more
With the EU referendum taking place tonight, should procurement professionals expect a regulation reshuffle? There are arguments both for and against Brexit, but will there be a...more
eAuctions remain one of the most powerful yet underutilised tools in procurement. In this practical session, Lewis Barnard, Market Dojo resident Auction Pro, breaks down how to app...more
AI is everywhere in business today, but what does that actually mean for your procurement and accounts payable teams? In this webinar, you’ll get an in-depth look at seven real, ...more
An exclusive procurement insider, live session for senior procurement leaders with Nick Drewe, COO, Co-Founder, and former procurement practitioner. Procurement leaders have made t...more
A practical workshop on how procurement teams can use AI today to speed up sourcing events, improve data accuracy and strengthen decision-making. Explore real workflows for AI guid...more
Procurement is entering a new phase. One defined less by experimentation and more by accountability. In this webinar, Market Dojo's CEO & Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Pro...more
Get ready to dive into the future of procurement! Join us for Market Dojo’s Annual Product Whiteboard Session, where we’ll review our journey over the past year, share real-wor...more
Procurement leaders are under pressure to modernise, embrace AI, impact the board and the bottom line. Yet for many, the reality still involves manual processes, siloed data and li...more
There’s a reason organizations with world-class procurement practices have a 7x higher usage rate of eAuctions. Using eAuctions can help you save up to 15-20% more than tradition...more
We recently shared our vision for modern strategic sourcing in a SIG webinar titled The Procurement Leader’s Strategic Sourcing Activation Plan: A Roadmap for Modern Value Creati...more
See how integrated sourcing and spend analytics can help procurement teams thrive in today’s volatile market. Procurement leaders everywhere are facing unprecedented challenge...more
Focal Point x Market Dojo Join us as we unveil Focal Point's newest partnership with Market Dojo, an integrated solution designed to streamline procurement processes, enhance co...more
Procurement is evolving. Are you ready to lead? Procurement leaders are being asked to deliver more than savings - from managing risk and ensuring compliance to driving supplier...more
Tariffs are unpredictable ” and when they hit, they hit hard. As suppliers respond by raising prices, Procurement teams have to scramble to avoid ballooning costs. What if you co...more
Rising costs. Supply chain volatility. Shifting global markets. In today’s unpredictable economy, Sourcing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable (AP) teams are under immense pressur...more
Procurement isn’t just about cost-cutting”it’s a strategic lever for growth, resilience, and enterprise value. But to fully realise that potential, sourcing teams must speak ...more
We regularly have the opportunity to watch chaos at work in global markets, but procurement teams should see this as their chance to shine, not a reason to shy away from the challe...more
The procurement landscape is evolving fast”are you keeping up? With the release of Ardent Partners’ Big Trends Report and Market Dojo’s Pathfinder Report, it’s clear tha...more
Are you ready to revolutionise your procurement performance? Join us for an exclusive webinar showcasing how Market Dojo and Veridion are transforming supplier discovery and eSourc...more
In the ever-evolving world of procurement, staying ahead of the curve means embracing innovation that drives efficiency and ensures compliance. Join Ben Harvey, Senior Product Mana...more
In today's fast-evolving procurement landscape, improving the quality and reach of your RFPs can unlock significant cost savings, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure complia...more
Join us for an on-demand demo that reveals the dual platform capability and value of combining SpendHQ and Market Dojo. Why Watch? Optimising procurement processes is crucial for...more
Source-to-pay (S2P) automation is quickly being embraced by forward-thinking Finance and Procurement leaders to help level up their organisation’s sourcing strategy by consolidat...more
Rule 3, in our New Rules series, is about embracing innovation at every turn, connecting experiences and insight to reshape supplier relationship performance from the ground up. To...more
Join our Procurement insider, Lewis, as he explores practical steps to identify true market value whilst managing risk and strengthening supplier relationships in this short practi...more
The top 3 priorities for procurement pros in 2024 are clear however, most are struggling to keep on top of the day-to-day, let alone proactively manage future threats and opportuni...more
An exclusive look at 2024, plus a year of enhanced features in review 2023 In 2023, Market Dojo saw significant growth across all departments, building on the momentum from the pr...more
Watch On Demand Real views. Real insight. Real world. Join this unique live debate on the shake-up taking place within Finance and Procurement. Our panel of leading though...more
June 29, 3:00 PM ” 3:45 PM BST Watch On-Demand Seismic changes in the economy, political instability, rising costs, and inflation strike fear in many, yet others seek opportuni...more
Alun Rafique, Co-Founder and CEO of Market Dojo, had the pleasure of joining hosts Scott Luton and Greg White for Supply Chain Now's livestream webinar "Looking to stay ahead of th...more
Join our Head of Product Ben Harvey as he shares the latest and greatest from Market Dojo’s best-of-breed procurement technology platform. Ben reviews the latest features, update...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosts our first webinar of 2022. Ben kicks off the New Year by reflecting on the past 12 months, exploring some of the most exciting new ...more
According to a recent report from AppDynamics, 66 per cent of all IT professionals indicate that the pandemic has exposed significant vulnerabilities in digital strategies and that...more
Looking to digitalise your procurement activities but you're unsure where to begin? Bruce Beavis of Beavis Consulting and Market Dojo designed this webinar specifically for supp...more
Why do so many organisations fail to get proper value from their eSourcing tools? Watch this webinar with Market Dojo where we share what we have learnt from working with over 1...more
Why do so many organisations fail to get proper value from their Spend analysis or BI solutions? Watch this Webinar with Spendency where they share what they have learnt from wo...more
On Tuesday 23rd March 2021 Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey accompanied by Senior Business Development Manager, Adam Collins, hosted this webinar with the focus on our lat...more
On Tuesday 23rd March 2021 Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey accompanied by Senior Business Development Manager, Adam Collins, hosted this webinar with the focus on our lat...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosts our final webinar of 2020. Having also hosted our first webinar of the year (see below) which looked at our Roadmap for 2020, Ben w...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosts our final webinar of 2020. Having also hosted our first webinar of the year (see below) which looked at our Roadmap for 2020, Ben w...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo CEO and CoFounder, Alun Rafique ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to rea...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concep...more
On 10th March 2020, Market Dojo's COO and Co-Founder Nick Drewe, alongside Business Development Manager, Adam Collins hosted this webinar "eSourcing Isn't Suitable For My Category"...more
On 10th March 2020, Market Dojo's COO and Co-Founder Nick Drewe, alongside Business Development Manager, Adam Collins hosted this webinar "eSourcing Isn't Suitable For My Category"...more
When Logitech decided to repatriate its procurement practice, Market Dojo was the logical choice to deliver immediate value. Since 1981 Logitech has grown into a trusted, globa...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosted our first webinar of 2020. Ben kicked off the New Year by looking back on the previous 12 months and some of the most exciting new...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosted our first webinar of 2020. Ben kicked off the New Year by looking back on the previous 12 months and some of the most exciting new...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo’s CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to realization. Alun, Co-F...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to reali...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Sourcing Solved's Iain McKenna following our recent webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative...more
Following our latest and ever popular webinar hosted by Jon Hansen "The Real Obstacle to Digital Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge N...more
How many of you still use spreadsheets and emails to run your procurement process? Why? According to almost every industry study going back for as long as anyone can remember, t...more
How many of you still use spreadsheets and emails to run your procurement process? Why? According to almost every industry study going back for as long as anyone can remember, t...more
Do you, as a procurement professional, still use spreadsheets to do your job? In line with our recent webinar on digital transformation and the alternatives to spreadsheets and ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo's CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative to spreadsheets an...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative ...more
On Wednesday 24th July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique hosted our latest webinar, this time with a little twist. This webinar discussed Supplier Tactics for Winning a Reverse ...more
On Wednesday 24th July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Marketing Manager, Craig Knowles be hosted our latest webinar, this time with a little twist. This webinar discusses...more
Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen is joined by a guest panel to review and assess the framework for the specific step-by-step methodology or process for making the transition from a...more
Check out our "Is it time you questioned eAuctions?" Webinar hosted by Market Dojo co-founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe. The hosts tackle two of the major challenges facing proc...more
Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen is joined by a guest panel to review and assess the framework for the specific step-by-step methodology or process for making the transition from a...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Lewis Barnard, hosted our webinar focussing on Market Dojo's new Contract Managem...more
On Tuesday 2nd July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Customer Success Manager, El Towers hosted our second webinar in the "Is it time you questioned..." series, this time d...more
On Tuesday 2nd July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Customer Success Manager, El Towers hosted our second webinar in the "Is it time you questioned..." series, this time d...more
Following our highly popular and successful "Evolution Before Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge Note outlining the key findings from...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Lewis Barnard, hosted our webinar focussing on Market Dojo's new Contract Managem...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo will be hosting our latest webinar with the focus this time, on our upcoming Contract Management tool, ‘Contract Dojo’. Our Senior Business...more
Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen is joined by a guest panel to review and assess the framework for the specific step-by-step methodology or process for making the transition from a...more
Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Achieve Real Change - This is the latest collaborative webinar between Market Dojo and Proc...more
The following Blog was written by Colom Colbert, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On...more
The following Blog was written by Andre Le Lerre, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital O...more
Check out our "Is it time you questioned eAuctions?" Webinar hosted by Market Dojo co-founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe. The hosts tackle two of the major challenges facing proc...more
Perhaps you have run an eAuction and one participant has undercut the field, leaving you wondering how sustainable that price is likely to be? Or maybe you are a participant who is...more
The following Blog was written by Jon Hansen, Host for the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Ac...more
The capabilities of eAuctions are far from foreign to the majority of procurement professionals, with tools such as Market Dojo saving users 16% on average, why are t...more
On Tuesday 30th April, Market Dojo cofounder’s Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe will be tackling two of the major challenges facing procurement professionals considering eSourcing sol...more
This guest blog comes from our Beyond the Bolt Webinar host, Jon Hansen. As the Editor and lead writer for the Procurement Insights Blog, Jon Hansen has written nearly 3,000 articl...more
Check out our Beyond the Bolt Webinar from 8th February 2019, hosted by Jon Hansen from Procurement Insights and Market Dojo CEO Alun Rafique, with guest panellists Tim Cummins fro...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
eAuctions remain one of the most powerful yet underutilised tools in procurement. In this practical session, Lewis Barnard, Market Dojo resident Auction Pro, breaks down how to app...more
AI is everywhere in business today, but what does that actually mean for your procurement and accounts payable teams? In this webinar, you’ll get an in-depth look at seven real, ...more
An exclusive procurement insider, live session for senior procurement leaders with Nick Drewe, COO, Co-Founder, and former procurement practitioner. Procurement leaders have made t...more
A practical workshop on how procurement teams can use AI today to speed up sourcing events, improve data accuracy and strengthen decision-making. Explore real workflows for AI guid...more
Procurement is entering a new phase. One defined less by experimentation and more by accountability. In this webinar, Market Dojo's CEO & Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Pro...more
Get ready to dive into the future of procurement! Join us for Market Dojo’s Annual Product Whiteboard Session, where we’ll review our journey over the past year, share real-wor...more
Join us for an on-demand demo that reveals the dual platform capability and value of combining SpendHQ and Market Dojo. Why Watch? Optimising procurement processes is crucial for...more
Join our Head of Product Ben Harvey as he shares the latest and greatest from Market Dojo’s best-of-breed procurement technology platform. Ben reviews the latest features, update...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosts our first webinar of 2022. Ben kicks off the New Year by reflecting on the past 12 months, exploring some of the most exciting new ...more
According to a recent report from AppDynamics, 66 per cent of all IT professionals indicate that the pandemic has exposed significant vulnerabilities in digital strategies and that...more
Looking to digitalise your procurement activities but you're unsure where to begin? Bruce Beavis of Beavis Consulting and Market Dojo designed this webinar specifically for supp...more
Why do so many organisations fail to get proper value from their eSourcing tools? Watch this webinar with Market Dojo where we share what we have learnt from working with over 1...more
Why do so many organisations fail to get proper value from their Spend analysis or BI solutions? Watch this Webinar with Spendency where they share what they have learnt from wo...more
On Tuesday 23rd March 2021 Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey accompanied by Senior Business Development Manager, Adam Collins, hosted this webinar with the focus on our lat...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosts our final webinar of 2020. Having also hosted our first webinar of the year (see below) which looked at our Roadmap for 2020, Ben w...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo CEO and CoFounder, Alun Rafique ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to rea...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concep...more
When Logitech decided to repatriate its procurement practice, Market Dojo was the logical choice to deliver immediate value. Since 1981 Logitech has grown into a trusted, globa...more
Market Dojo's Product Manager, Ben Harvey, hosted our first webinar of 2020. Ben kicked off the New Year by looking back on the previous 12 months and some of the most exciting new...more
According to McKinsey, a survey of 1,650 global corporations found that while there was a universal acknowledgement that digital transformation was critical to success in a highly ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo’s CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to realization. Alun, Co-F...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to reali...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Sourcing Solved's Iain McKenna following our recent webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative...more
Following our latest and ever popular webinar hosted by Jon Hansen "The Real Obstacle to Digital Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge N...more
How many of you still use spreadsheets and emails to run your procurement process? Why? According to almost every industry study going back for as long as anyone can remember, t...more
Do you, as a procurement professional, still use spreadsheets to do your job? In line with our recent webinar on digital transformation and the alternatives to spreadsheets and ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo's CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative to spreadsheets an...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative ...more
On Wednesday 24th July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Marketing Manager, Craig Knowles be hosted our latest webinar, this time with a little twist. This webinar discusses...more
Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen is joined by a guest panel to review and assess the framework for the specific step-by-step methodology or process for making the transition from a...more
Check out our "Is it time you questioned eAuctions?" Webinar hosted by Market Dojo co-founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe. The hosts tackle two of the major challenges facing proc...more
Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen is joined by a guest panel to review and assess the framework for the specific step-by-step methodology or process for making the transition from a...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Lewis Barnard, hosted our webinar focussing on Market Dojo's new Contract Managem...more
On Tuesday 2nd July, Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique and Customer Success Manager, El Towers hosted our second webinar in the "Is it time you questioned..." series, this time d...more
Following our highly popular and successful "Evolution Before Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge Note outlining the key findings from...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo will be hosting our latest webinar with the focus this time, on our upcoming Contract Management tool, ‘Contract Dojo’. Our Senior Business...more
Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Achieve Real Change - This is the latest collaborative webinar between Market Dojo and Proc...more
The following Blog was written by Colom Colbert, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On...more
The following Blog was written by Andre Le Lerre, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital O...more
Perhaps you have run an eAuction and one participant has undercut the field, leaving you wondering how sustainable that price is likely to be? Or maybe you are a participant who is...more
The following Blog was written by Jon Hansen, Host for the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Ac...more
The capabilities of eAuctions are far from foreign to the majority of procurement professionals, with tools such as Market Dojo saving users 16% on average, why are t...more
On Tuesday 30th April, Market Dojo cofounder’s Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe will be tackling two of the major challenges facing procurement professionals considering eSourcing sol...more
This guest blog comes from our Beyond the Bolt Webinar host, Jon Hansen. As the Editor and lead writer for the Procurement Insights Blog, Jon Hansen has written nearly 3,000 articl...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo CEO and CoFounder, Alun Rafique ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to rea...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concep...more
When Logitech decided to repatriate its procurement practice, Market Dojo was the logical choice to deliver immediate value. Since 1981 Logitech has grown into a trusted, globa...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo’s CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to realization. Alun, Co-F...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to reali...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Sourcing Solved's Iain McKenna following our recent webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative...more
Following our latest and ever popular webinar hosted by Jon Hansen "The Real Obstacle to Digital Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge N...more
Do you, as a procurement professional, still use spreadsheets to do your job? In line with our recent webinar on digital transformation and the alternatives to spreadsheets and ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo's CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative to spreadsheets an...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative ...more
Following our highly popular and successful "Evolution Before Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge Note outlining the key findings from...more
On Tuesday 18th June, Market Dojo will be hosting our latest webinar with the focus this time, on our upcoming Contract Management tool, ‘Contract Dojo’. Our Senior Business...more
Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Achieve Real Change - This is the latest collaborative webinar between Market Dojo and Proc...more
The following Blog was written by Colom Colbert, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On...more
The following Blog was written by Andre Le Lerre, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital O...more
Perhaps you have run an eAuction and one participant has undercut the field, leaving you wondering how sustainable that price is likely to be? Or maybe you are a participant who is...more
The following Blog was written by Jon Hansen, Host for the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Ac...more
The capabilities of eAuctions are far from foreign to the majority of procurement professionals, with tools such as Market Dojo saving users 16% on average, why are t...more
On Tuesday 30th April, Market Dojo cofounder’s Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe will be tackling two of the major challenges facing procurement professionals considering eSourcing sol...more
This guest blog comes from our Beyond the Bolt Webinar host, Jon Hansen. As the Editor and lead writer for the Procurement Insights Blog, Jon Hansen has written nearly 3,000 articl...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
Following the recent news that Market Dojo has joined forces with Esker, COO and Co-Founder of Market Dojo, Nick Drewe joined host, Scott Leahy on the latest episode of Esker On Ai...more
"Procurement Software: Suite Providers Vs Best of Breed" Market Dojo Co-Founder and Director, Nick Drewe, discusses all things Suite vs Best of Breed with board level procuremen...more
"How to Procure a Dinosaur" Peter Smith hosts our first podcast of 2020, alongside Market Dojo’s Co-Founder Alun Rafique and special guest, Procurement lead at London's world ...more
Christmas Special Peter Smith hosts our Christmas special, alongside Market Dojo's Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Pete Glass aka Procurement Pe...more
10 Ways To Fiddle Your Procurement Savings Acquisitions, Deliveroo, a new procurement book from a familiar author and 10 ways to fiddle your procurement savings… Peter Smith a...more
Global Trade Wars, Gender Pay Gaps, Brexit and Sex Lairs... Peter Smith and Market Dojo Co-Founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe discuss the latest procurement news, draw compari...more
Welcome to Market Dojo's first podcast, hosted by Peter Smith. Peter Smith and Market Dojo CoFounder Alun Rafique discuss procurement news, review "A Licence to Play" a new proc...more
About Custom Fields It is important to ensure that all data is being recorded and centralised so that teams can be confident processes are being followed and the company is audit-...more
Join our Head of Product Ben Harvey as he shares the latest and greatest from Market Dojo’s best-of-breed procurement technology platform. Ben reviews the latest features, update...more
We are delighted to bring Multi-Stage Quotations to our Advanced Lot sourcing functionality. For complex projects, with complex specifications, advanced lots are a fantastic way...more
We’re excited to announce the release of the new home page for the Market Dojo suite of products! Pulling data from all modules, users will be able to view key statistics on t...more
We’re excited to announce a major change to SIM Dojo, allowing hosts to specify the users who should re-approve expired documents. This will mean that the right people, and on...more
New releases - January 2022 It’s hardly believable that 2021 is behind us, and yet here we are at the start of a new year for Market Dojo. It is shaping up to be a very exciti...more
New releases - November 2021 2021 is drawing to a close, and we look back on this year proud of the things we have been able to deliver. We’ve maintained our commitment to rel...more
As winter approaches us, we’ve been keeping ourselves warm by adding new, exciting features to the Market Dojo suite of modules. We’re looking to end 2021 with a bang; with ...more
As the short British summer comes to an abrupt end, we’ve been making changes that we’re sure will bring some sunshine to our users as the weather changes. September marks the...more
Entering the second half of the year we are proud to have spent 2021 so far delivering enhancements that have made a real difference to our users. This is something we are dedicate...more
It has been another busy month for the Market Dojo team. Here are some of the highlights. Continuing improvements to our advanced event interface After a period of beta testi...more
We’re almost at the mid-point of the year, and it has flown by so far, but there’s still plenty we have planned for 2021; from major long-term features, to quick fixes. We�...more
The winter appears to have finally come to an end at the Market Dojo home offices and we’re glad to be moving toward the summer. We’ve spent this month working on a series o...more
2021 is flying by and we at Market Dojo are delighted to have released our first major project of the year with SRM Dojo last month. If you missed our webinar showing off the funct...more
It’s almost the end of winter, and we at Market Dojo are optimistic for the rest of 2021. If you haven’t seen, this week we released our newest module SRM Dojo, for managing...more
We at Market Dojo are delighted to announce the release of our new module SRM Dojo! What is it for? SRM Dojo is a Supplier Relationship Management tool intended to be you...more
Happy New Year from everyone at Market Dojo, we hope you had a good break and have kicked off 2021 in style. We’re really excited about the changes we will be introducing over th...more
Approaching the end of a difficult 2020, we’re happy to say that in spite of the challenges faced, we’ve been able to significantly improve all of our products over the past 11...more
Entering winter, the Market Dojo development team is still working hard (from home) to add features to all of our tools that have been requested by our users. We are proud to sa...more
As we leave the summer behind and start the run-in towards the end of a challenging 2020, the Market Dojo team have continued to focus on releasing new features, across all of our ...more
As the summer draws to an end, we are looking back at what has been a challenging financial year for everyone; both at Market Dojo and for our users. We have all had to adapt to a ...more
Highlights Contracts API improvements SIM - Better document status Advanced lots Many other changes Overview July was another busy month for the product team. We ...more
Highlights Contracts SIM improvements (security and status clarity) Advanced lots Overview June was another busy month for the product team. A lot of the changes w...more
Highlights Faster advanced lots Reporting SIM Permissions SRM - first alpha release Other changes Overview May was another productive month for the product t...more
Highlights Faster advanced lots Search for contracts by title Turkish language Improved workflow for expiring/expired documents SIM Permissions Overview April ...more
It’s safe to say that March has not been an enjoyable month for anyone, in any part of the world. We at Market Dojo, all now working from home, have attempted to keep on as norma...more
In a month full of wet weather across the country, Market Dojo's Dev team have been working hard to bring a little bit of joy to our users. We have continued to work on long-te...more
Starting off 2020, the Market Dojo development team completed the long term project of adding Multi-Stage RFQs to our eSourcing tool. However, they have also been working to provid...more
Team Dojo wishes all our users a Happy New Year and an excellent 2020 to come! Going back to December, we rounded off 2019 with a number of enhancements to make our modules quic...more
As winter has drawn in, Market Dojo have continued to keep their products warm by releasing the following changes that will make our users' lives a little bit easier; our version o...more
In this months development updates, the team have been working hard on a number of new features for users of Market and SIM Dojo. Here are the latest updates to our software: ...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Reordering Documents To ensure that suppliers are able to quickly access important documents, w...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Hyperlinking Documents In many cases you may want to include a document within the event brief,...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Contract Dojo was Released! We finished the first release of Contract Dojo, our new contract ma...more
Our eagerly anticipated Contract Management solution is now available! After months of development, we at Market Dojo are delighted to officially announce the launch of our latest...more
As we enter June and find ourselves firmly within the British Summer period, our MD Development team would love to report that they have been working hard, creating a plan to bring...more
Our development team have been working hard behind the scenes to bring users of our software some useful new features. Here are some of the newest features for you to check out: ...more
Our customer support just got even better with the introduction of our latest support platform, ‘Help Dojo’. Help Dojo is an interactive help portal which helps to guide use...more
Here is what the Market Dojo development team have been working on recently… Sideways scoring of questionnaires You can now score your questionnaires ‘sideways’! Well, that...more
It is already February! This month we have been working on some great User Experience improvements, details below. Automatically score more questions We now allow dynamic que...more
Happy New Year! We have been hard at work during December and have a bumper crop of new improvements to Market Dojo. Improved security administration Our ‘Host Permissions�...more
It’s not quite Christmas yet, but the development team have been working on some early presents... Calendar view of events We have added a calendar view so that you can see, at...more
Here is the latest instalment of our regular release update series... New support widget We have added a new support widget to Market Dojo. The widget appears i...more
Here is the latest instalment of our regular release update series... Transformation bidding - multiple calculations Advanced Lots now support multiple calculation rows and colu...more
Over the past few weeks, the Market Dojo development team have not been sunning themselves on the beach. They have been hard at work, cooking up fantastic new improvements to our s...more
Summer is here and so is a new release of Market Dojo. Quick Quotes Sandpit The Market Dojo Sandpit has been around for several years, and is a great way to try the software be...more
Once again the development team have done sterling work to bring a new version of Market Dojo into the world. This months release features a number of timesaving improvements to bo...more
Spring is on the way, although it is still cold and snowy in the UK today. However, the product team have been hard at work once again to deliver some great new enhancements to Mar...more
Our regular system improvements have taken place again, and this month we have looked at Document Sharing. Ability to attach documents only for a specific supplier Documents ar...more
Autumn is definitely here, and we have been busy improving Market Dojo. This month we have released two features that our customers have requested. We have also made a whole bunch ...more
Over the past few years we’ve discovered that eSourcing has evolved into becoming a team effort. Whether it is the stakeholder who needs to sign off on RFI requirements or the co...more
This month we have done a number of smaller releases. Here are the latest features and enhancements added to the software as requested by customers. Participant activity tra...more
After our responsive design update a couple of weeks ago, we had a chance to go back and collect up a number of smaller changes that have been waiting in the wings. Here are the ...more
Market Dojo celebrates their 1 year birthday! Market Dojo, an innovative Bristol-based software company, recently celebrated their first year in business. The company, incorpora...more
Improved user self-service capability with instant access UK, Bristol - 2 November 2021 Market Dojo, a UK based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced their on-d...more
As winter approaches us, we’ve been keeping ourselves warm by adding new, exciting features to the Market Dojo suite of modules. We’re looking to end 2021 with a bang; with ...more
As the short British summer comes to an abrupt end, we’ve been making changes that we’re sure will bring some sunshine to our users as the weather changes. September marks the...more
Over the last eighteen months, a specialist group within the Development Team at Market Dojo have been hard at work on optimising and updating our primary Sourcing offering. One...more
Supplier onboarding can sometimes feel like a necessary evil, seen as another box ticking exercise by procurement. This can be compounded further when antiquated systems or Excel i...more
Spend Matters have just announced the release of the Solutions Maps Q2 for Fall 2020. Market Dojo has been recognised as a dynamic, results-focused solution with both a strong an...more
Market Dojo have been included within the Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2020. This list recognizes the fast-rising companies in the procurement and supply cha...more
We are proud to be able to introduce Multi-Stage RFQs as a part of our flagship eSourcing tool, allowing hosts more flexibility than ever over their sourcing process. A full web...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
The world is growing more interconnected, and supply chains are getting more complex. Apple’s 2019 list of top suppliers covers companies from the United States, Japan, China, Ko...more
Our development team have been working hard behind the scenes to bring users of our software some useful new features. Here are some of the newest features for you to check out: ...more
The way Market Dojo has been built means that the tool is incredibly easy to use, it has been said time and time again that the main reason people have committed to using the platf...more
Welcome to part 3 of our series on transformational bidding, a powerful and effective method for capturing complex pricing models within Market Dojo. This blog is going to look ...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
Market Dojo are delighted to announce a new partnership with Proqura to promote our innovative, pay-as-you-go procurement tools across New Zealand. Headquartered in Auckland, ...more
Following on from 'Onboard with SIM Dojo - Part I' introducing the latest product in the Dojo suite, we'd like to show you some of the features of Market Dojo's new onboarding tool...more
"Following a comprehensive review of the systems available, we decided to move forward with Market Dojo based on their philosophy and development approach surrounding their exist...more
Welcome to our second part on our new transformational bidding developments. These features allow you to create advanced pricing lot structures with a variety of new dimensions. S...more
Introduction This is the first blog in a series discussing how transformational bidding can be used to negotiate complex tenders more effectively. It’s not just about the price...more
The BOMfire story gets it first review by Spend Matters BOMfire is a new platform to help manufacturing companies source their raw materials more efficiently and help save money...more
Check out our latest infographic on our lighter version of Market Dojo - Quick Quotes. Create rapid RFQ's eliminating the need for email and centralise all the information for all ...more
“Purchase raw materials efficiently, at the market price“ What is the platforms main objective? BOMfire is a new manufacturing marketplace, providing buyers a secure, t...more
Quite often, especially with new clients who haven’t made use of reverse auctions in their purchasing before, we’re asked to give assistance on the setup of a few initial event...more
Introducing our new product Quick Quotes. Very simply, Quick Quotes is a ‘quotation portal’ that can be used by anyone, just as easily as email. It’s metaphorically flown o...more
Watch our tutorials guides that go through the process as a participant. Our videos help you through the process of accepting and managing event invitations to the dashboard and...more
Watch our tutorial videos that discuss everything you need to create a new sourcing event. From inviting participants to creating questionnaires, these video tutorials guide you st...more
Market Dojo is currently in the process of developing a "Quick Quotes" tool that will enable users to run efficient RFxs at a highly reduced cost that has very little barriers to a...more
In June, I attended the CIPS Gloucester branch event on Modern Slavery, which was presented by the hugely enlightening Andrew Wallis, OBE & CEO of Unseen. Unseen is a charity w...more
It's been a while since I wrote my last post, though not all that long since it appeared here. In that time we've made a great deal of progress, fought some unexpected dragons, an...more
Your Dashboard allows you to decide which Events you wish to take part in and which you may wish to decline. Once you have registered, every time you log in you will end up on the ...more
Once registered, you can access the Manage Invitations area. If you are following an invitation you will automatically be taken to the Manage Invitations screen. If you have an inv...more
Overview of the advanced lot feature including a demonstration of the structure of an advanced lot event and how you can upload lot templates to the event....more
Watch our demonstration of how you can create a sourcing event in less than 60 seconds through the Market Dojo tool....more
This tutorial shows you how to bid in a Japanese auction. In a Japanese auction, you do not see your position, but you will need to either accept or decline the 'current bid' for e...more
This tutorial explains how you place bids in an advanced lot. It shows how to place bids during a qualification bid process and RFQ directly into the system or via excel. It also s...more
This tutorial explains how to complete a Request for Quotation, understanding the difference of bidding on multiple lots and rejecting lots....more
Upon a successful completion of a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, you may progress to the next step, which could be a normal questionnaire in the form of a survey of a Request for...more
Upon a successful invitation and acceptance to an Event, you will be able to work your way through the various areas within it. The first hurdle could be a pre-Qualification Questi...more
After several years of development, the Lot Matrix was released letting you create an event with advanced lots. What this looks like and how you manage it is shown in this video....more
Discover how to manage a Japanese Auction as host. A Japanese Auction is where the bid level decreases over time in intervals and suppliers choose whether to bid or decline at that...more
The final activity to any e-Sourcing event might well be the mystical e-Auction. We hope to de-mystify this process and show you that it really is quite simple, once you have done ...more
An important part of any sourcing event is receiving the bids from the market. This video talks you through this important step. You will either have a tab for RFQ bids, if you are...more
This video is the final step in the event creation phase. Within the tutorial, we detail the various ways in which you can invite participants to the event....more
The Documents section of an event will contain not just the documentation you made available to your participants, but also the documentation that they may have made available to y...more
What do Market Dojo and these photos of celebrities have in common? Extra prizes if you can all guess who they are - we’ll tell you at the end. The answer is that they ar...more
Market Dojo has recently created a range of guides, research and tutorials that will assist hosts and participants to get the most out of the Market Dojo tool. The col...more
Market Dojo has now rolled out the responsive design for our flagship product, Market Dojo. This is designed to be optimised visually across all computer, smartphone and small tab...more
As Market Dojo expands, as all good startups hopefully do, they have begun to need some additional technical staff on hand to support, expand and maintain the eponymous software ...more
It has been a little while since we released updates to Market Dojo, but that doesn’t mean the engineering team have been resting. In fact, they have been very busy working on ne...more
Contract Management partner ContractsWise Ltd, narrowly missed out on the top spot at the IACCM’s recent Americas Conference in San Diego. The International Association fo...more
We have added some new features to Market Dojo, based on feedback from our users. We believe these will make our products more useful and our customers more productive. Answ...more
For those who haven’t already seen it, over the weekend we launched our revamped website with the latest responsive design to fit all screen sizes and devices. A bit late to the ...more
Our development team have been working hard to bring you the latest improvements to Market Dojo. This month, we have focused on productivity issues which our customers have told us...more
“That was the thing about the world: it wasn't that things were harder than you thought they were going to be, it was that they were hard in ways that you didn't expect.” �...more
One of the many beauties of providing SaaS technology is that our clients don’t need to spend time mass updating their systems and reinstalling the latest release of our software...more
Mid-week saw us release a couple more enhancements to the software, as well as many more general improvements to meet our growing customer demand. However two main highlights stood...more
We have improved the Market Dojo eSourcing platform to make publishing and responding to tenders easier. For some time, we have had the ability for our customers to publish thei...more
Last weekend we released the latest batch of improvements to Market Dojo. The most notable of these is improved support for document uploads. We made this change in response to ...more
Users of Market Dojo may have noticed an extra tab located on their dashboard named ‘analytics’. This section is one of the latest features to be added to Market Dojo and gives...more
The technical team have been extremely busy of late, upgrading and maintaining our 4 distinct products covering category planning, innovation, eSourcing and supplier informati...more
“Following a comprehensive review of the systems available, we decided to move forward with Market Dojo based on their philosophy and development approach surrounding their exist...more
If you’re new to eSourcing and unsure of where to start with creating an event, this article from Tony Verheggen should help clear things up. As the Sourcing Process Owner at Air...more
To help you get the most savings from your eAuctions, one of our partners, Dave Henshall, has written an article providing all the information you need to create an effective lotti...more
Another public procurement price analysis article has made national headlines this week, found here on BBC News. The Home Office conducted a study into police procurement tren...more
Our development team have been at it again with the release of another new feature asked for by our loyal clients. Dynamic questions When asking people to complete paper-based ...more
We are delighted to announce another new feature to our tool for multi-evaluator scoring of proposals, available today. The development was another successful collaboration with...more
The concept of the reverse auction has been around for close to 20 years and is a well-known approach to negotiating effectively with multiple suppliers. However, the Mornin...more
Recently we encountered a twist on standard eAuction formats which worked byconcealing supplier rankings at the end of an auction whilst allowing new bids to be submitted. You c...more
When evaluating Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions one of the most important things to consider is security. Our customers usually ask about security as part of their evalua...more
Two years of development has resulted in our most ambitious release yet. The Lot Matrix allows you to build very complex sourcing events, very easily. Here are some videos, please ...more
(Editor's note: this article was first published by Supply Management and is a review of a seminar given at eWorld Purchasing & Supply by a client of ours, Milla Harloff-Bern...more
Last weekend we were hugely proud to have made one of our biggest software releases since our incorporation four years ago. The project has taken our dedicated team over 12 month...more
Last night we released a fantastic new feature for Category Dojo that will be of great help to our users with many spend categories. Filtering categories You can now graphicall...more
Many senior professionals in the public sector feel that mini-competitions in Frameworks are not used enough, resulting in “less than competitive” pricing compared to wider ext...more
At Market Dojo, we spend a lot of time thinking about how to make e-Sourcing simple for our customers. We believe that software must be easy to use, and give access to the right ...more
Building on the rapid success of our latest product, Category Dojo, we are now proud to announce a new enhancement to the tool to help our enterprise customers. User hierarchy ...more
We have released some new improvements to both Market Dojo & Category Dojo. We hope you like them and we also have some great releases in the pipeline so keep your eyes and e...more
It’s been a while since we wrote about the new features we are adding to Market Dojo. However, that doesn’t mean the development team have been taking it easy. Even though ...more
Thanks to Kelly Barner for her recent post on Category Dojo (2/4/2014) Opportunity assessments have long been tied to service agreements or consulting engagements. They are ex...more
For those with eagle eyes, you may have noticed a new feature in our eAuctions over the weekend and this is one we are very excited about. First a bit of background. Almost al...more
The Market Dojo engineering team have been busy again. This time cranking out some features requested by our favourite people - our customers. We love to hear what our custome...more
Only a month has passed since our initial release of the Innovation Portal, our unique tool our clients use to request, collect and compare innovative ideas from their supply chai...more
Here is a list of what the Market Dojo team have picked as their favorite features. Why not log in and see what you think? 1. Sandpit You can try the full functionality of ...more
Another day brings another release from the Market Dojo labs. This time we have some great additions in a variety of areas. Ever feel like you need more time? In this develop...more
Market Dojo - we have added some useful new tools The Market Dojo team have been working on some exciting new features over the last few months and today we are very pleased to be...more
We have improved the performance of certain key parts of Market Dojo. This changes will improve the experience for everyone, but will be particularly noticeable in events with lo...more
Today we are very pleased to announce a new release of Market Dojo. The focus for this release is ‘White labelling’. This gives Hosts some new options for customising Mark...more
We’ve been involved in a number of discussions and tender exercises recently with large organisations who require hundreds of users on our platform. When we tell such organisa...more
Over the weekend we completed our first 2013 upgrade, following on from the second upgrade to Samurai back in December of last year. Such is the elegance of the Software as-a-...more
Another month goes by and we are again delighted to announce another new release of the Market Dojo software, featuring numerous updates such as: - Extended 'Sealed Event' function...more
As Team GB were creating a success this summer smashing many records and providing one of the most impressive Olympic results in recent times for Great Britain, Team MD was also ha...more
Little hard data exists over the method of retail procurement via eAuction, but the practice is known to go on. David Burrows asks how widespread it is and what impact ...more
Market Dojo, an innovative and rapidly growing start-up in the business-to-business sector, has a 6 month contract on offer for an experienced, UK-based Ruby on Rails developer to ...more
Recently there has been an article in Supply Management and also on the UK Spend Matters blog by Peter Smith touching on the subject of Gamification. For those unfamiliar with t...more
Once the participants' responses to the questionnaires start arriving, you can assess them. This video talks you through the scoring of questionnaires....more
Everyone makes mistakes, which is why we include an Edit feature in our software. If you notice a missing document or you wish to add more participants or change a Lot, you can do ...more
This tutorial illustrates how you can create a quick RFQ (Request for Quotation) in minutes....more
This video tutorial describes how you can credit an event, if you are on the Pay As You Host payment plan. We also explain a little about our Pricing page and the various options t...more
This tutorial shows you in detail how to create an advanced lot with the lot matrix. It covers the creation of components, line items, excell uploads, calculations and much more....more
This step is to create the Lots, against which the participants place their bids. We allow as many Lots as you see fit, so please watch this tutorial for help on how to correctly s...more
This step outlines how to create questionnaires for your sourcing event and to set up scoring and weighting with different question types, whether you want it to be Pre-Qualificati...more
This tutorial guides you through the first step which is how to create an Event and pick the settings that suit you best....more
Once your event is out in the market, your participants will hopefully be progressing the various actions, be it uploading documents, completing questionnaires, submitting quotes o...more
The first tutorial guides you through the Sign Up process and introduces you to some of the innovative concepts that make using our software so easy, such as your very own Dashboar...more
Business case providing information on the features of using Market Dojo for Quick Quotes and the benefits of using the tool in place of emails for RFXs...more
Business case providing information on the features of using Market Dojo for eSourcing projects and the benefits of using the full capability of the tool...more
Business case providing information on the features and benefits of Market Dojo Supplier Onboarding...more
Business case providing information on the features and benefits of Market Dojo Opportunity Analysis for category spend assessment and analysis...more
Bristol, 23/02/26 - Esker (Market Dojo), the leading procurement & finance software provider, announced today that it has been named to The Hackett Group's 2025-26, 50 to Know ...more
Market Dojo Selected for 11th Annual '50 Providers to Know' List Recognising Top Companies in Procurement and Supply Chain Bristol, 8th October 2024 “ Market Dojo is proud to ...more
Join our Head of Product Ben Harvey as he shares the latest and greatest from Market Dojo’s best-of-breed procurement technology platform. Ben reviews the latest features, update...more
UK, Bristol - 9 March 2022 Market Dojo, a UK-based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced the launch of an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) supplier prof...more
Improved user self-service capability with instant access UK, Bristol - 2 November 2021 Market Dojo, a UK based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced their on-d...more
Nurturing your supplier and vendor relationships is just as important as supporting your client relationships. Like when building a house, with a structured and efficient supplier ...more
A flow chart showing the process of SIM Dojo for Participants ...more
A guide on how to create and manage your SIM Dojo. This guide will cover the steps involved in setting up and running an onboarding event in SIM Dojo ...more
A Flow Chart of Market Dojo for Participants. Market Dojo offers an array of capabilities, to help procurement professionals get the most out of their sourcing and supplier eng...more
Frequently Asked Questions for Hosts. Market Dojo offers an array of capabilities, to help procurement professionals get the most out of their sourcing and supplier engagement ...more
A process flow to show you the steps needed within a Sourcing Dojo event. ...more
An overview of the notifications Market Dojo sends to your participants during an event. Market Dojo will send Intelligent Notifications to your suppliers 12-36 hours before ke...more
Suppliers in SIM Dojo are assigned a number of statuses in order to make it clear to the Host where they are in the process. There are three important types of status ...more
Before you get started using your Contract Dojo account, it’s important that you’ve considered what information you would like to store so that you can get this set up in your...more
We at Market Dojo are delighted to announce the release of our new module SRM Dojo! What is it for? SRM Dojo is a Supplier Relationship Management tool intended to be you...more
This guide is designed to help Superhosts get their SRM account fully set up before making it available to their internal users. SRM Dojo is a tool that manages not only your su...more
At Market Dojo, we’re offering a free eSourcing or eAuction event using Market Dojo software for NHS trusts. We fully respect the amazing work that those involved with the NHS ar...more
Every year, our development team commissions a third party to test the security of the Market Dojo platform. This specialised piece of work is known as a ‘Penetration Test’ and...more
In a month full of wet weather across the country, Market Dojo's Dev team have been working hard to bring a little bit of joy to our users. We have continued to work on long-te...more
We have great news for users of Market Dojo, as an update to advanced reporting is now available. Users of our eSourcing, Contract Management and Supplier Onboarding platforms, ...more
As winter has drawn in, Market Dojo have continued to keep their products warm by releasing the following changes that will make our users' lives a little bit easier; our version o...more
Although many organisations are now taking advantage of online tools to automate their supplier onboarding process, there are still a vast number using a combination of forms and e...more
Our eagerly anticipated Contract Management solution is now available! After months of development, we at Market Dojo are delighted to officially announce the launch of our latest...more
The world is growing more interconnected, and supply chains are getting more complex. Apple’s 2019 list of top suppliers covers companies from the United States, Japan, China, Ko...more
I think we can all agree that Bill Gates is a top bloke. Aside from being one of the most influential people in our lifetime, he’s done what a lot more people in h...more
When creating an eSourcing event it is important to include as much information as possible in your brief. Your event brief will be sent to suppliers as part of the invitation emai...more
Our development team have been working hard behind the scenes to bring users of our software some useful new features. Here are some of the newest features for you to check out: ...more
Our customer support just got even better with the introduction of our latest support platform, ‘Help Dojo’. Help Dojo is an interactive help portal which helps to guide use...more
Following on from 'Onboard with SIM Dojo - Part I' introducing the latest product in the Dojo suite, we'd like to show you some of the features of Market Dojo's new onboarding tool...more
"Following a comprehensive review of the systems available, we decided to move forward with Market Dojo based on their philosophy and development approach surrounding their exist...more
Part 2 In part one of this two-part series, I discussed the three different types of Auction available with Market Dojo; Ranked, Open and Japanese. You can familiarise yourself ...more
Part 1 My last blog included some useful tips on how to get started with running reverse auctions within your organisation. As Customer Success Manager, I wanted to write this t...more
This article was inspired by our previous article "Are eAuctions Benefits also their Achilles Heel?" but focuses on why the outcome of an auction can/can't be detrimental to a supp...more
As many of you may have heard we are facing a global disaster, the likes of which we may never have seen. The only logical comparison that comes to mind would be ‘the great depre...more
Peter Schmidt offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo on his past experience with eAuctions. Peter has a long track record in, sales, consultancy and procurement. He special...more
Our ancestors have been travelling to markets to buy and sell since the start of civilisation - literally, that is, civilisation can pretty much be traced back to the time we start...more
Yes, it's that time of the year again, John Lewis have released their masterful Christmas advert (as usual), the Coca-Cola truck is on its way and we begin the final countdown towa...more
EDITORS NOTE: eWorld have kindly invited us to host a seminar on eAuction strategies at the conference in London on 22nd September. Check out our video for a sneaky preview... W...more
Earlier we posted an article on a brand new way of using the online reverse auction - to negotiate scholarship tuition fees! To some, this may seem to be a dubious approac...more
This Saturday (21st March 2015) is a very important day in the world of rugby. Not only are the final three games of the 6 Nations impending, the ball is literally in anyone's ...more
In a most economically advantageous tender (MEAT), bidders are allocated an overall score based on the combination of their price evaluation and their quality/non-price evaluation....more
Last weekend we released a great new enhancement to let our users white-label the Category Dojo opportunity assessment tool. Whilst our Market Dojo eSourcing tool has been whi...more
We are very proud of our eAuction platform. It was our initial business proposition and still draws in the crowds. We have users from companies ranging from one million in turn...more
As we now enter into our fifth year of business, we'd like to share with you some of the more unusual goods and services that we've seen tendered via our software! For example,...more
As two of the founding members of Market Dojo are engineers and the other a physicist, we take our maths very seriously. One of the reasons for developing our auction platform fo...more
Before we begin, Happy New Year and welcome to 2014! We marked the end of 2013 with the launch of another innovative product, Category Dojo. We literally had clients queuing u...more
Earlier this year we proudly announced the release of our white labelling enhancements (http://bit.ly/13m6uMB) where you could customise your own unique web address on marketdojo.c...more
'Creating a Request for Ideas’ Sourcing over the last 20 years has seen the evolution into the electronic age. Paper-based quotation processes have been replicated. Auctio...more
by India Kangaroo Many people’s picture of professional buyers is of hard-nosed negotiators, focused purely on cutting costs with absolute disregard for other factors. This ...more
Today, we are really pleased to announce some great new features for Market Dojo. We believe these reflect our four core beliefs: being collaborative, transparent, agile and to ...more
We have just implemented Japanese Auction capability in our software at the recent request of a customer of ours. Despite our procurement consultancy past, this is an auction...more
We were having a meeting the other day with a vastly experienced ex-CPO of many FTSE 250 organisations, whose counsel to us was that we should look at developing a fully integrated...more
Billions of pounds are tendered every year on goods and services. Procurement as a profession is becoming an ever more important focus. Companies realise that in these times, comin...more
Driving procurement change supported by Market Dojo Customer Experience Driving change through adoption For many procurement organisations, the success of a sourcing transformati...more
A performance-led, enterprise scale procurement strategy Committed to sustainable metals A leading international mining and metallurgy group producing manganese, nickel, mineral ...more
Overview Procurement for Parisian-based retail With over a century of heritage and some of France’s best-known brands under its umbrella, Groupe Galeries Lafayette (Galeries La...more
Overview Direct materials procurement strategy Sourcing IQ, a supply chain consulting firm, specialises in strategic sourcing for direct materials. Since its inception five year...more
Case study overview High stakes in furniture sourcing As a furniture supply chain and installation specialist, the company collaborates closely with worldwide interior designers ...more
Défis Construire à partir de zéro Gecina est une société immobilière qui possède, gère et développe un portefeuille immobilier d’environ 20 milliards d’euros. Avec...more
– Overview It’s safe to say, Gecina knows real estate. Gecina is a real estate company which owns, manages and develops a real estate portfolio of about 20 billion Euros. ...more
Overview FOR EV is a pioneering provider of charging stations for electric vehicles (EV). Their ambitious plans involve delivering high-quality, accessible electric vehicle cha...more
Summary Dayco, global OEM for automotive and industrial manufacturers, sought to overcome the challenges inherent in their existing procurement processes such as disparate too...more
Summary SubPop Health, a sourcing platform and purchasing organisation for self-insured employers, faced the challenge of conducting a quick and cost-effective RFI event to ga...more
Summary With many suppliers often needing to be onboarded regularly, how do you onboard a supplier in an efficient way? How do you ensure transparency in the supplier onboardi...more
Summary Imperial Brands wanted to transform their previous Source to Contract process to a ‘demand to enablement’ focused process. There was also a need to deliver more wi...more
Summary CommerceHub, an eCommerce services company, was able to quickly and easily deploy its first ever RFP process using Sourcing Dojo. Prior to implementing the software, t...more
Overview The following case study was written with a Market Dojo client within the Irish food distribution industry. The client has numerous growing farms across the world. They...more
Introduction It’s not uncommon for procurement to be seen as a function to help streamline processes, reduce costs and identify better sources of supply to improve organisat...more
Customer: Clickatell Sector: Private Overview Clickatell is a global technology company and innovator in mobile messaging, engagement, and commerce. Clickatell helps custo...more
Customer: Adler & Allan Sector: Private Overview Adler & Allan help public and private sector businesses understand and manage their environmental risks, reducin...more
The following case study interview was carried out between Market Dojo and Bruce Beavis, of Beavis Consulting. Market Dojo asked Bruce a number of questions about his usage of Sour...more
The coronavirus pandemic has often been described as unprecedented, leaving businesses asking questions as to how best to react and adjust to this new climate. For many businesses,...more
How RFQs and eAuctions achieved 50% savings on packaging categories Bruce Beavis from Beavis Consulting is a practitioner for supply chain and procurement consulting. Based in N...more
Sofitel The Palm is a luxury 5 star beach resort situated on the world famous Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. With magnifique touches of French elegance, the hotel invites its guests to ‘...more
Wavin adopt Market Dojo’s eSourcing solution as part of their digital transformation journey Wavin are the world's leading suppliers of plastic piping systems and solutions. T...more
Multichoice digitise their RFP process and shave months off their process time Intro Multichoice is Africa’s leading entertainment company, creating and distributing conten...more
The following Q&A session was held between Market Dojo and Eva Nickolaus, Director of Logistics at the KAISER + KRAFT GmbH Please tell me about yourself, your role in the c...more
The following Q&A session was held between Market Dojo and Brian McAndrews, Chief Store Development Officer at Grocery Outlet. Brian, please tell us in your own words abou...more
Qatar Fuel, WOQOD is a Qatari downstream Oil and gas company engaged in the distribution and sale of refined petroleum products, LP Gas, Aviation fuel, Bitumen and Lubricants. They...more
Mark Dixon founded Regus in 1989 after noticing how many business people were huddled round small coffee tables in busy cafes trying to conduct meetings. Just 11 years later,...more
Over the last 40 years, Logitech has pioneered the development of consumer electronics in the high-tech industry. The company operates as a multibrand and multi-category organ...more
Discovering reverse auctions Occidental Petroleum (known as Oxy) has been producing and drilling oil in Oman for over 30 years. As the largest independent oil producer in th...more
When Logitech decided to repatriate its procurement practice, Market Dojo was the logical choice to deliver immediate value. Since 1981 Logitech has grown into a trusted, globa...more
The Al Naboodah Group is one of the UAE’s most well-respected family company names, employing over 15,000 staff across 15 businesses. Al Naboodah’s core business covers ci...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to reali...more
Nice House of Plastics are a manufacturer of household and industrial plastic Items, providing the East African Region. The company produces a wide range of products, suppor...more
Ground Control is one of the UK’s leading landscaping and external solution providers, offering services such as Ground Maintenance, Arboriculture & Vegetation Management, La...more
Metroline’s principal business is the provision of bus services, providing London, one of the world’s busiest cities, with a fleet of 1,200 buses carrying 250 million passe...more
Intro The Savers® family of stores is a for-profit, global thrift retailer offering great quality, gently used clothing, accessories and household goods. Its Rethink Reuse® busi...more
Interserve Interserve is one of the world’s foremost support services and construction companies. They are a leader in innovative and sustainable outcomes for their clients an...more
The Market Dojo team spoke with Chris Read, Senior Supply Chain Manager at Eiffage Kier JV to find out how the business has been using Sourcing Dojo. The Eiffage Kier joint vent...more
Our latest product development launched last month called Quick Quotes has already had a great response by one our first license holders. Managing Director of Warren Services, Wil...more
Vlado Prosenik is the founder of Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are a procurement consultancy that specialises in purchasing and cost optimisation. How did you first get into eSourcing...more
This presentation was given at UWE on the 19th April 2011. It focused on using e-Auctions to reduce your procurement cycle on costs as well as best practice....more
One of the crucial elements of any Reverse eAuction platform is its usability for suppliers. Often overlooked in favour of hosts (typically the paying client for eSourcing solution...more
Chad Thibodeaux is the Central Logistics Manager for Aggreko North America-Americas. His duties involve the strategic sourcing for Aggreko’s transportation needs When did ...more
Vlado Prosenik is the founder of Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are a procurement consultancy that specialises in purchasing and cost optimisation. How did you first get into eSo...more
Katherine Clark is a Procurement Officer at Kent County Council. Her duties involve the strategic sourcing for the information technology needs of one of the largest county council...more
Jasper Raby is an interim procurement pro, currently based at Specsavers. With his wealth of experience in Procurement and sourcing, Jasper was brought in to Specsavers at the poin...more
At the beginning of the year, we announced our partnership with Odesma. Odesma is a new breed of advisory business who help drive business performance through a combination of expe...more
We are delighted to announce our partnership with UNIC ONE in Germany. UNIC ONE brings a wealth of procurement experience in Europe's largest economy. Marianne Haack who...more
As the most comprehensive supply chain management resource, we feel incredibly privileged to have made the cut for Supply Chain Brain’s honourable list. Supply Chain Brain see...more
Market Dojo strive to make procurement professionals’ lives easier by providing innovative cloud-based eSourcing tools. Founded in 2010 by procurement professionals, and having r...more
Market Dojo, a start up specialising in e- procurement Software - as - a - Service (SaaS), is constantly looking to expand its sphere of influence through short, medium and lon...more
Through fortunate timing yesterday (14th April), Market Dojo was able to escape the confines of the office and make the most of the glorious sunny weather in Bristol. The purpose o...more
Before their unfortunate demise, Phones4U were a wonderful client of our eSourcing and opportunity assessment tools. Their procurement team was lead by the experienced Sandip...more
Some exciting news fresh off the press is that we shall be attending the CIPS Middle East conference on the 11th May 2015 in Abu Dhabi. This is courtesy of a generous invi...more
Editors Note: Effiexens is no longer operating as a consultancy or partner of Market Dojo. We are really excited to welcome Effixens as our partner to offer our leading eProcure...more
Here is some exciting news of our new alliance with Odesma, as first published on their website here. However you can read about it below. By Ed Cross on Thursday, Januar...more
We are delighted to announce our most recent reseller partnership, penned with Ondrej Hajnik of eBidding.cz, to help promote our products throughout the Czech Republic and Slovakia...more
We are really pleased to announce that we have joined the HP Alliance ONE partner program... Market Dojo joined HP Alliance ONE partner program and have realised significant ben...more
As the title suggests, in the lead up to the ProcureTech Cup we had the chance to showcase our easy to use, on-demand strategic sourcing, contract, and supplier management software...more
This guest blog has been written for Market Dojo by Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights. A few years ago, I remember having breakfast with Duncan Jones at a Virginia conference i...more
"Procurement Software: Suite Providers Vs Best of Breed" Market Dojo Co-Founder and Director, Nick Drewe, discusses all things Suite vs Best of Breed with board level procuremen...more
"How to Procure a Dinosaur" Peter Smith hosts our first podcast of 2020, alongside Market Dojo’s Co-Founder Alun Rafique and special guest, Procurement lead at London's world ...more
The following guest blog is written by one of the Procurement Industry's top 3 influencers, Dana Small, aka, Ms Category Management. Supplier Contracting - The Real Value of Man...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Sourcing Solved's Iain McKenna following our recent webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative...more
Christmas Special Peter Smith hosts our Christmas special, alongside Market Dojo's Co-Founder Alun Rafique and Senior Business Development Manager, Pete Glass aka Procurement Pe...more
Following our latest and ever popular webinar hosted by Jon Hansen "The Real Obstacle to Digital Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge N...more
Do you, as a procurement professional, still use spreadsheets to do your job? In line with our recent webinar on digital transformation and the alternatives to spreadsheets and ...more
This blog has been written by Market Dojo's CEO Alun Rafique, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative to spreadsheets an...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights' Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative ...more
10 Ways To Fiddle Your Procurement Savings Acquisitions, Deliveroo, a new procurement book from a familiar author and 10 ways to fiddle your procurement savings… Peter Smith a...more
Following our highly popular and successful "Evolution Before Transformation" webinar, our host Jon Hansen has put together the below Knowledge Note outlining the key findings from...more
Global Trade Wars, Gender Pay Gaps, Brexit and Sex Lairs... Peter Smith and Market Dojo Co-Founders Alun Rafique and Nick Drewe discuss the latest procurement news, draw compari...more
The following Blog was written by Andre Le Lerre, guest panellist in the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital O...more
I think we can all agree that Bill Gates is a top bloke. Aside from being one of the most influential people in our lifetime, he’s done what a lot more people in h...more
The following Blog was written by Jon Hansen, Host for the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Ac...more
This guest blog comes from our Beyond the Bolt Webinar host, Jon Hansen. As the Editor and lead writer for the Procurement Insights Blog, Jon Hansen has written nearly 3,000 articl...more
This guest blog has been written by Kavita Cooper, Managing Director for our newly announced procurement consultancy partner, Novo-K. Novo-K provides cost-effective procurement su...more
Angus Craig FCIPS is an interim procurement consultant who helps organisations improve procurement and supply chain performance. This often involves leading transformation prog...more
This guest blog is written by Howard Price. Howard is a Procurement, Supply Chain and Cost Transformation Consulting. To be able to understand the importance of an SRM, I’m goi...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
This week's guest blog comes from Procurement Punk, an anonymous industry influencer who shares his thoughts via Twitter. Modern slavery example: A sign of modern slavery, for ex...more
We are pleased to welcome a guest post by Andrew Lister from Beam Energy Labs, a platform helping businesses assess and procure solar and batteries. You may have missed the...more
This edition of our Blog is written by Richard Ainley who currently works at Manchester Airports Group as their e-Commerce and Performance Spend Manager. He has previously held sen...more
It’s hard to avoid the political quagmire that is the Home Office decision to source the new UK Passport from French firm Gemalto, ahead of the UK’s De La Rue. There are...more
After 8 hours travelling on a boat, I finally put the wheels of my car on British soil. My first reaction was, why did they not drive on the right side of the road like everybody e...more
Market Dojo provides an eSourcing solution based entirely in the cloud. And whilst we boast about all the benefits of being a SaaS company, such as pay per use pricing and delivery...more
Our latest blog post introduces the founders of an exciting new venture for procurement news - A Trending in Procurement app. Co-Founder Leslie McBride reached out to us here at...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
We recently encountered an article on Linkedin by Rémy de Lavergne, a highly experienced procurement professional with a specialism in Logistics. Rémy had clearly put some though...more
From our presentation at Procurement Summit 2015 entitled, "Strategies to maximise your eAuction returns"....more
This is the second guest article by Greg Tennyson, CPO at VSP Global, discussing the importance of managing your Tail Spend. Pareto This Tail Spend Tail Spend generally foll...more
This is a paper written by Dr Peter James from Bristol Business School at UWE Bristol for the 2012 IPSERA conference. Similar papers can be found at www.ipsera.com....more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. This time our guest contributor is Erik Van Kampen. Erik is an experienced and ...more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. Dr Paul Joesbury has experience as a CPO at a number of organisations including ...more
Market Dojo continues its search into transforming procurement teams in the CPO’s first 100 days. Dr Paul Joesbury has experience as a CPO at a number of organisations including ...more
Andrey Matveev offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Andrey has pioneered fully-managed eAuctions in Russian retail. Andrey’s expertise comes from both sides of the neg...more
Inspired by Donald Trump's first 100 days in office, Market Dojo are investigating what the first 100 days of a successful CPO would look like. Grey Tennyson, Chief Procurement Of...more
Inspired by Donald Trump's first 100 days in office, Market Dojo are investigating what the first 100 days of a successful CPO would look like. Grey Tennyson, Chief Procurement Of...more
Hi, I'm Ed, And this is my Market Dojo experience. Firstly, I had no idea about the company apart from my own research. In my research, I kept on seeing words which were unfamilia...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analy...more
Before our inaugural Market Dojo Event on Thursday 6th April 2017, we caught up with presenter Nick Ford. Nick is an Executive Director of Odesma and has over 28 years experie...more
Jon Brinsmead has been buying goods and services for clients for over 20 years, working with the likes of Unilever and Transport for London whilst providing training in commerci...more
We caught up with presenter Iain McKenna, before the 2017 Market Dojo Event. Iain is the Managing Director of Sourcing Solved and presented “The Human Condition: Finding The...more
Jon Brinsmead has been buying goods and services for clients for over 20 years including Ahold Delhaize, Unilever and Transport for London. Over the same period of time, Jon has b...more
In a recent article featured in the January 2017 edition of The Oath. Khaled Shivji, Head of Legal at Aggreko explains how he has used Market Dojo to successfully appoint a l...more
We are delighted to have our recent article on the A-Z of Reverse Auctions published on Spend Management blog, Spend Matters. The article highlights our A-Z complication...more
Bruno Alvarez is regarded in Latin America and the Americas as one of the Leading Contracting and Procurement Experts in the region. Bruno’s background comes from the Energy and...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortli...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortlis...more
Bruno Alvarez is regarded in Latin America and the Americas as one of the Leading Contracting and Procurement Experts in the region. Bruno’s background comes from the Energy and ...more
Today we are pleased to welcome a guest post from Terri Hudson. Terri is the Managing Director of Baker Wanless. They are a UK based procurement consultancy who have been shortlist...more
Tony Lockwood is a published author, lifestyle entrepreneur, high-performance business coach and senior consultant who works with Executive teams to orchestrate the development an...more
We are pleased to welcome a guest post by Adam Maidment from Portfolio Procurement, a market-leading procurement recruitment specialist. Discussing the unique challenges to recruit...more
Peter Schmidt's latest article discusses the generic benefits of SAAS and what eAuctions in the cloud means to businesses. 'Software as a Service', commonly abbreviated to SAAS, ...more
Peter Schmidt writes a guest blog for Market Dojo on his past experience with eAuctions. Peter has a long track record in, sales, consultancy and procurement. He specialises in Tel...more
We recently had the great pleasure of taking part in a radio interview with Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights in one of a series of interviews as a follow up to Market Dojo being ...more
Market Dojo and Odesma partner to combine their intuitive eSourcing softwareand expertise in offering business advisory services to offer clients a winning procurement solution....more
Market Dojo and Odesma partner to combine their intuitive eSourcing software and expertise in offering business advisory services to offer clients a winning procurement solution. T...more
Market Dojo provides an eSourcing solution based entirely in the cloud. And whilst we boast all the benefits of being a Saas company, such as pay per use pricing and delivery, in...more
"What would Market Dojo be like today if it had started 10 years earlier?" That was the question posed by Jon Hansen of Procurement Insights one fine day in April. Having o...more
This article was a challenge to write and should be viewed with good humour and in an amicable fashion. As a good French and European citizen, I am obliged to defend our interests ...more
Last week we bid a fond farewell to our intern Alex who spent 9 glorious weeks at Market Dojo HQ. Whilst here he worked on translation of the website, wrote content for the blog an...more
In case you missed it, we recently enhanced our Case Study page. This included a neat filter option to help our visitors zone into the segment of interest, be it Private or Publ...more
This is a guest post by Vlado Prosenik from Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are our consultancy partner in Slovenia. They help customers make purchases more efficient. You can read the ...more
We would like to thank Sourcing Innovation for two great blog posts on Market Dojo. The Sourcing Innovation blog was started in June of 2006, is authored and edited by Michael ...more
We recently met up with a small french consultancy, Effixens at cafe Lala in Hammersmith. On the menu was some fantastic mediterranean food as well as a healthy dose of eSourci...more
Editor’s Note: When Kelly Barner and Alun Rafique submitted this post on the variables in the adoption of auctions, they hit close to home in terms of an area of procurement abo...more
Posted on February 4, 2014 by PI Blogger Procurement Insights Blog Editors note: We had the great pleasure to be picked as a finalist for the 'Year in the life series' on t...more
This article is a follow-up piece by Nick Drewe, co-founder of Market Dojo, who used the Market Dojo eSourcing tool to let a contract with local builders for his own home extension...more
By The Bristol Post | Posted: February 05, 2014 By Gavin Thompson A NORTH Bristol firm has led the way in online reverse auctions, in which businesses get suppliers to bi...more
PETER SMITH - January 16, 2014 12:05 AM http://spendmatters.com/uk/innovation-dojo-another-new-product-market-dojo/ We featured Market Dojo and their new ‘Category Dojo’ ...more
PETER SMITH - January 13, 2014 7:31 AM http://spendmatters.com/uk/category-dojo-new-product-market-dojo/ If all the surveys and predictions are correct, topics such as suppli...more
The following article featured as a guest post on the excellent Procurement Insights EU blog. It outlines some of the challenges we have faced whilst working with local governm...more
We were very proud to be invited to the Salon Solutions event in Paris on the 1st-3rd October by our French partner, Effixens. As the only French speaker on the Market Dojo team, i...more
Below is a post from one of our partners, TotalSoft, who is the leading ERP provider in Romania with over 1500 customers across 27 countries. We partnered with them to provide ou...more
Our intern Antoine Boton sums up his experience on his 6 week internship with Market Dojo. Here is an outline of his typical day's work with us: Before arriving at the Market Doj...more
For the next few weeks, we are lucky enough be working with two interns from France, Camélia Chiguer and Antoine Boton. Here are the observations about the cultural differences ...more
Today we are very pleased to welcome a guest post from Optimum Procurement. Jane McAuliffe from Optimum was kind enough to participate in a recent product requirements workshop,...more
Back in 2012, we received a great deal of interest from customers and prospects considering the use of Market Dojo for sourcing of legal services. Today we are pleased to welcome ...more
Buyers Meeting Point has written a great article about our new Samurai release. We were so pleased, here it is in full: ENTER THE SAMURAI: ESOURCING MADE SIMPLE In October 2010...more
We would like to say a massive thanks to Tea, Liz, Sanni and their lecturer Ben, all from the Digital Film Production course from University of Gloucestershire , for their time a...more
To get us started, give us a little background on Market Dojo and the team. Two of the founding Directors, Alun Rafique and I, worked as cost reduction consultants for a nearly ...more
As procurement professionals, the task of staying ahead in a rapidly evolving field is both a challenge and an opportunity. The Procurement Pathfinder eGuides from Market Dojo...more
In managing supplier relationships, contract management is the foundation that ensures smooth operations, mitigates risks, and maximum value of supplier agreements. This crucial as...more
By Alun Rafique, CEO, Market Dojo One of the many advantages of being in the procurement industry as a practitioner, consultant, and ultimately a SaaS provider is the benefit of...more
Sustainability or going 'green' has been a global priority for quite some time now. A great example is the UK’s goal of being net-zero by 2050. However, it seems as though the mo...more
From experience, some of us know first hand how it can be difficult to change habits. The same applies to business and introducing new ways of doing things, even if it is proven to...more
Nurturing your supplier and vendor relationships is just as important as supporting your client relationships. Like when building a house, with a structured and efficient supplier ...more
What are our top 3 most successful on-demand auctions? There’s no denying that the Covid-19 pandemic placed huge demands on supply chains around the globe. As procurement teams ...more
As the world begins to emerge from Covid, we wanted to share one way in which Market Dojo can help to adjust to the new normal. How the pandemic has affected supply chains Co...more
Whether you're a seasoned procurement professional or a beginner, you’re more than aware of the pressure to save time AND money. You want to reduce the cycle time of the sourcing...more
Procurement is an important activity in the supply chain process. It’s not just about finding the most cost-effective suppliers or seeking positive supplier reviews. In large sup...more
If you work in procurement or supply chain, you are probably very familiar with the story of Boohoo and issues with their supply chain concerned with working conditions and payment...more
Supplier onboarding can sometimes feel like a necessary evil, seen as another box ticking exercise by procurement. This can be compounded further when antiquated systems or Excel i...more
This blog was written by Nic Martin, our Co-Founder and CTO. Nic studied Physics at University and has an ingrained interest in statistics. Recently a colleague told me about Be...more
Apart from the key workers in the world, during the COVID-19 crisis, procurement professionals have been the heroes of businesses helping to keep organisations afloat. Consumers...more
We were recently asked what well-known consumer brand would we use to describe ourselves. After considering our range of services and our values, specifically our focus of deliveri...more
In the current climate, PPE supply has become a hot topic for everyone, not just procurement. With this in mind, we wanted to take this opportunity to highlight some lessons we’v...more
Market Dojo have been included within the Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2020. This list recognizes the fast-rising companies in the procurement and supply cha...more
After the initial concern of businesses putting the breaks on spending to evaluate the current COVID-19 crisis, data from our platform suggests that businesses are using Market Doj...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Procurement Insights’ Jon Hansen, ahead of our upcoming webinar Mapping success: Taking digital transformation from concept to reali...more
This blog has been written for Market Dojo by Sourcing Solved's Iain McKenna following our recent webinar The real obstacle to digital transformation: Finding an alternative...more
Do you, as a procurement professional, still use spreadsheets to do your job? In line with our recent webinar on digital transformation and the alternatives to spreadsheets and ...more
During our webinar on Wednesday 24th July, we discussed how participants can use simple tactics and strategies to ensure that they increase their effectiveness when taking part in ...more
Procurement as a function has evolved over the years, transforming itself from an aspect of strategic purchasing, into a value-adding activity that’s integral to the running of a...more
It's always an interesting concept running a market analysis survey. As a software provider, we need to know how many of our target market are currently using a product similar ...more
Welcome to Market Dojo's first podcast, hosted by Peter Smith. Peter Smith and Market Dojo CoFounder Alun Rafique discuss procurement news, review "A Licence to Play" a new proc...more
What if my suppliers won't participate? And what if my supplier doesn’t want to go to auction? These are a couple of questions that I have been asked on several occasions a...more
When creating an eSourcing event it is important to include as much information as possible in your brief. Your event brief will be sent to suppliers as part of the invitation emai...more
The following Blog was written by Jon Hansen, Host for the May 21st Market Dojo webinar; Evolution Before Transformation: How Procurement Will Best Leverage Digital On-Demand To Ac...more
This guest blog comes from our Beyond the Bolt Webinar host, Jon Hansen. As the Editor and lead writer for the Procurement Insights Blog, Jon Hansen has written nearly 3,000 articl...more
For our next time saving trick, Market Dojo would like to welcome you to our new Category Hub. The purpose of the category hub is to provide Category Guides for tenders and offe...more
The way Market Dojo has been built means that the tool is incredibly easy to use, it has been said time and time again that the main reason people have committed to using the platf...more
Angus Craig FCIPS is an interim procurement consultant who helps organisations improve procurement and supply chain performance. This often involves leading transformation prog...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
We have discussed previously how, to the procurement industry, Reverse Auctions are seen in a similar vein to Marmite. Some individuals love them, use them on an almost daily basis...more
In my last blog on this subject (one of many!) I proposed that mandating eSourcing, even though it is a dirty word in many organisations, would bring about unrivalled benefits in t...more
Yet another article about GDPR I received my first email about GDPR on 17th May 2016. Since then I have sent or received a total of 211 emails on the subject and read a similar nu...more
Spend Matters have released their 2018 SolutionMap helping procurement professionals keep on top of the latest technology developments and trends within Procurement Technology Solu...more
I recently found procurement data for England and Wales police force online and thought it would be fun to see what it contained. Market Dojo have been thinking about reporting rec...more
Step by step guide on how to create an eSourcing event in Market Dojo. Includes information on registering, creating an event, questionnaire's and using lots to capture pricing inf...more
Introduction Our customers have run thousands of events on Market Dojo. One important benefit of using an eSourcing tool is that it allows you to centralise communication with you...more
Earlier this year, hundreds of schools across England were forcibly closed due to a teachers strike, in a long-running dispute with the government over “underfunding”. Many ...more
Since the mid-1990’s, email has been the communication tool of choice for Business to Business interaction. It is estimated that there are over 4.6 billion email accounts worldwi...more
This guide is based upon the many thousands of eAuctions run on our software, we’ve compiled this handy guide to help you create your next eAuction. Discover the different types ...more
Discover our Beginners Guide to Reverse Auctions that discusses exactly what you need to know about reverse auctions....more
When a salesperson starts to work within a company, it is generally accepted they would use a CRM system. Is it mandated? Perhaps not specifically but it is expected and it is need...more
Market Dojo’s latest release brings the ability to share data seamlessly with other solutions via what is known as an API. The first integration has been achieved with Per...more
Market Dojo recently conducted a study into the barriers of adopting reverse auctions. This research featured results from a range of different procurement professionals and coveri...more
This article is to help you overcome what seems to be a very scary concept to organisations - the reverse auction. To many procurement people, or perhaps your stakeholders, the mer...more
There's often a misconception within procurement and eAuctioning that success with using eSourcing solutions relies heavily on the type of categories. Typically, categories such as...more
Market Dojo have put together a learning spreadsheet to help procurement professionals gain a better understanding of excel. This spreadsheet uses premier league, international and...more
As a procurement team, you're expected to deliver savings. Hence one of your key activities at the beginning of the financial year is to forecast how much you shall achieve. This i...more
After an RFQ has completed, you have the ability to progress to an auction. This tutorial covers how to do this....more
The I-Adapt report. It is an independent assessment into the development of auctions as a purchasing tool. This study ultimately determines the impact of Online Auctions on the buy...more
Eddie McGeachie offered to write a guest blog for Market Dojo. Eddie is the co-founder of Seaforth Analytical Services. They are data analytics specialists providing spend analys...more
We recently ran a survey to explore the barriers to eAuctions to truly understand why not all procurement professionals out there with 3 bids on the table instinctively progress to...more
Kelly Barner, Managing Director of Buyers Meeting Point explains the ever-evolving role of procurement, how it has redefined the value of supplier relations and what it means to...more
Having recently researched thoroughly into OJEU (Official Journal of the European Community) and TED (Tenders Electronic Daily), I discovered the TED dataset for 2015 spend data. ...more
Ed Cross, Executive Director of leading procurement consultancy Odesmashares his thoughts on why companies should be choosing procurement consultancies to help their business. ...more
'Auctions are too price focused’ is something I hear pretty much every day as part of my role as the outbound marketing executive here at Market Dojo. For me, it’s the equival...more
Procurement people like to move around, and it’s not uncommon for a department to get a new CPO every 2-3 years. A new CPO has a large task ahead of them. Usually, their goal is ...more
Christmas can be stressful at the best of times, and this year has been somewhat worse than others for Santa Claus, having experienced some major issues in his supply chain. The la...more
Deloitte recently published their Global CPO Survey, where over 300 leading procurement professionals from 33 countries were questioned on key issues. The full report can be found�...more
One obstacle that many businesses face is changing the mindset of those that have a “We’ve always done it this way” (It even has an acronym! WHADITW) mentality. As an eSourc...more
Recently hundreds of schools across England were forcibly closed due to a teachers strike on Tuesday, in a long-running dispute with the government over “underfunding”. Many sc...more
A Japanese Reverse Auction is an auction type that requires all suppliers to bid at a continuously decreasing price (the value of which is set by the buyer/host). The bidders may c...more
We love our customers. We want to make sure they are happy with the service we provide to them. This means customer support is VERY important to us. So, how do we do it? Track ever...more
We have been fortunate enough to be involved with a webinar produced by the Star Commercial Academy. As we have been in procurement, sales, and selling procurement solutions, w...more
Alun, one of the founders of Market Dojo's intuitive eSourcing platform, shares his experience of his recent stint as a mentor and some of the knowledge and lessons he has learnt t...more
Market Dojo is very excited to release the latest update to its new supplier on-boarding tool - SIM Dojo. This feature means that it’s now possible to open up your portal to a wi...more
In many cases where a reverse auction can be used, we recommend that you (the buyer) reserve what is known as buyer's choice. This means that, although the outcome of the auction i...more
This is a guest post by Vlado Prosenik from Efekto Pro. Efekto Pro are our consultancy partner in Slovenia. They help customers make purchases more efficiently. A few months ...more
In preparation for this year’s events and tradeshows (the first being eWorld on 2nd March. Delegates can register here), the Market Dojo team got involved in a spot of design to ...more
Reverse auctions are a bit like Marmite, some people love them, boasting the success they’ve seen to friends and colleagues, utilising them when and where they can. Some people h...more
This article is a short analysis of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. For further information, I have included some useful links at the bottom of the post. Background Last year, the...more
This is part two (read part one here) of a three piece blog providing an in-depth analysis of the evolution of eSourcing around the question: "What would Market Dojo be like today...more
This is the final part (read part 2 here) of a three piece blog providing an in-depth analysis of the evolution of eSourcing around the question: "What would Market Dojo be like t...more
Cost plus: (definition, adjective) “relating to or denoting a method of pricing a service or product in which a fixed profit factor is added to the costs.” You could a...more
“An Achilles heel is a deadly weakness in spite of overall strength, which can actually or potentially lead to downfall.” eAuctions are a great negotiation tool when use...more
You are an experienced procurement professional. You have been completing tenders via phone and email since 2001. When you need a quote, you simply pick up the phone, call your ...more
We all owe it to the participants for an Online Negotiation Event to be run in a fair, open and expedient fashion. To help you out, the Market Dojo team have created a guide wh...more
It is obvious that eSourcing adoption has increased in larger organisations as they implement software to bring eSourcing in-house or use consultants to conduct eTenders on the...more
This is part one of a three piece blog providing an in-depth analysis of the evolution of eSourcing around the question: "What would Market Dojo be like today if it had started 10...more
'Negotiation is the DNA of business' was Alan Sugar's opening line in the boardroom following the negotiation task on 10th series of the Apprentice. Always an interesting episod...more
What would you do if two bids tied for first place in your tender process? Put a plan in place to avoid tying yourself up in knots, says Nick Drewe, co-founder of Market Dojo. I...more
When we started working on Market Dojo, we decided early on that we would use the SaaS model. This was an obvious choice for us, and has helped us and our customers throughout our ...more
Targets. Based on savings, number of eSourcing events, other contract KPIs? What do you do? In procurement you quite literally have a myriad of different ways you can be assessed. ...more
On April 7th 2014, security researchers discovered a serious vulnerability (CVE-2014-0160) in OpenSSL, a very popular cryptographic library used by many websites. This library ensu...more
Following a recent LinkedIn question ("Someone explain to me how a Reverse Auction is fair and equitable to the supplier ...") we had to pause for thought. Admittedly in th...more
These are the introductory paragraphs of a guest post by Alun Rafique of Market Dojo. The full article features ThomasNet News who is one of the leading supplier discovery an...more
This is the opening gambit of a guest publication by Nick Drewe of Market Dojo on the highly respected Information Age magazine, whose objective is to help their readers become mor...more
We have the pleasure of a guest post from one of our clients, Terri Hudson, who represents Baker Wanless and eQuiddity. She is has many years experience of running auctions an...more
Supply Management recently posted an article by Nick Drewe of Market Dojo outlining some top 10 tips for running an eSourcing event, based on his experience of using an eSourcing t...more
Thinking of becoming more strategic? How should you adapt your organisational structure? Some time ago one of our client's was asking the same questions. We sat down and worked thr...more
This is part 3 of Nick Drewe’s foray into a domestic eSourcing exercise for his house extension. Nick has now held all the site visits and chased in the quotes. Time for a spot...more
This is part 2 of Nick Drewe’s foray into a domestic eSourcing exercise for his house extension. Nick’s tender has now gone live! You can catch up on part 1 here. So last...more
This is a multi-part article from Market Dojo co-founder, Nick Drewe, who is currently planning a house extension and is embarking on the sourcing phase of the project. We’ll l...more
A Japanese auction is a reverse auction where the price drops incrementally over time and the participant must to decide whether to accept or decline each price level. If the...more
Great! You have decided that you are going to save time and money by running a reverse auction to negotiate. One of the decisions you will need to make is, 'which type of revers...more
Photo courtesey of tawalker The one feature of Market Dojo that gets me most excited is the Sandpit area, where we invite you to come and experiment with Market Dojo. Everyone l...more
Here is our latest press release, announcing our Samurai release and some of the work we have been doing with Shropshire Council... Market Dojo helps organisations to save money...more
Expediting probably took up half of my time whilst acting as a buyer at a large tier one aerospace provider. Three bids and a buy took up the rest. Was I concerned? Unfortunately n...more
Spend Matters welcomes a guest post Market Dojo, a Bristol-based e-Sourcing solution start-up. As technology advances, the most sophisticated products of the past become nothing...more
Reverse auctions and even e-sourcing software has become a commodity product. There are numerous players in this market offering broadly the same functionality. Sure, some ha...more
Last month we surpassed the milestone of our first year in business. Understandably we were delighted, as we read previously that up to four-fifths of start-ups fail in their fi...more
Last weekend I attended a fantastic Indian wedding at Addington Palace, where many years ago Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn. I certainly hope the bride for this wedding manages ...more
e-Auctions are a great tool to save money quickly and efficiently if used correctly. However, there always seems to be a barrier to increasing their uptake with many procurement de...more
For each purchasing department there are many benefits in creating a centre for best practice which centralises all the company methodology for procurement. As Market Dojo works in...more
As a bootstrapped company trying to make our forays into a mature market, there is one major trait that we have that our competitors can never encroach and that is that we are a gr...more
When creating an eSourcing event it is important to include as much information as possible in your brief. Your event brief will be sent to suppliers as part of the invitation emai...more
My name is Jon Pole award winning reverse auctioneer at eSourcing company Market Dojo. In this brief blog I wanted to outline some of the things that have been sourced through our ...more
This guide is written to help you right from the beginning when all you may have in front of you is 12 months worth of data and the objective to find the market prices on the vario...more
To be used in conjunction with the above document, this is the matrix of questions that any organisation should be interrogating each spend category with in order to prioritise eac...more
For certain categories there is a tried and tested "best practice" approach to maximising the returns. This guide highlights some of the more common categories that are negotiated ...more
Why does EU cloud and AI sovereignty matter to procurement? EU cloud and AI sovereignty could change how organisations assess suppliers, especially those handling sensitive data o...more
Guía completa de los sistemas modernos de eSourcing Resumen El software de eSourcing permite a las organizaciones gestionar digitalmente la búsqueda y selección de proveedores...more
La guía definitiva sobre los sistemas modernos de eSourcing Resumen El software de eSourcing permite a las organizaciones gestionar de forma digital la búsqueda y selección de...more
eSourcing Software: The Complete Guide to Modern eSourcing Systems Summary eSourcing software enables organisations to manage supplier sourcing digitally through a structured eSo...more
Market interest in eSourcing software is on the rise. Procurement software is seeing a market growth of 10% per year. Millions of businesses now use the technology to support their...more
Mordor Intelligence reports the global procurement software market size reached USD 9.82 billion in 2025 and is forecast to attain USD 15.75 billion by 2030, advancing at a 9.92% C...more
Strong and successful procurement strategies need to include an element of continuous improvement. We, as procurement professionals, are always looking for ways to add value, cut c...more
We live in an era where modern technology has found a home in every sector and has ultimately changed the way today’s businesses operate. For some, the introduction of new system...more
Learn everything you need to know about reverse auctions. On this resource page, we cover What a reverse auction is The different types of reverse auctions How reve...more
Learn the basics of eAuctions with Market Dojo’s learning resource. We’ll cover What an eAuction is The types of eAuctions available The benefits of eAuctions. ...more
You’ve heard about eSourcing, but how do eSourcing tools support your sourcing objectives? Our resource page on eSourcing tools will cover: What are eSourcing tools? Who ...more
Fundamental to the success of a strong eSourcing event is identifying which type of eSourcing strategy is going to be more appropriate for your objectives. An eSourcing softwa...more
We believe that procurement teams should leave behind the acronyms and speak the language of the entire business. However, here are key sourcing terms that are useful to ...more
Overview Author: Alun Rafique - CEO & Co-founder, Market Dojo | Read time: Part 1 - 3 minutes / Part 2 - 10 minutes This article, written in two parts, looks at whether...more
By Alun Rafique, CEO, Market Dojo In my last article, I promised to “delve deeper into how a true SaaS model will transform and scale your procurement practice.” However,...more
By Alun Rafique, CEO, Market Dojo One of the many advantages of being in the procurement industry as a practitioner, consultant, and ultimately a SaaS provider is the benefit of...more
ESG - Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) is a topic that’s fast becoming an essential part of business practices. Building pressures from not only cu...more
Download our Sourcing Dojo Auction Type Flow Chart by logging in and pressing the .pdf button below....more
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From experience, some of us know first hand how it can be difficult to change habits. The same applies to business and introducing new ways of doing things, even if it is proven to...more
A flow chart showing the process of SIM Dojo for Participants ...more
A guide on how to create and manage your SIM Dojo. This guide will cover the steps involved in setting up and running an onboarding event in SIM Dojo ...more
A Flow Chart of Market Dojo for Participants. Market Dojo offers an array of capabilities, to help procurement professionals get the most out of their sourcing and supplier eng...more
Frequently Asked Questions for Hosts. Market Dojo offers an array of capabilities, to help procurement professionals get the most out of their sourcing and supplier engagement ...more
A process flow to show you the steps needed within a Sourcing Dojo event. ...more
An overview of the notifications Market Dojo sends to your participants during an event. Market Dojo will send Intelligent Notifications to your suppliers 12-36 hours before ke...more
Over the last eighteen months, a specialist group within the Development Team at Market Dojo have been hard at work on optimising and updating our primary Sourcing offering. One...more
Suppliers in SIM Dojo are assigned a number of statuses in order to make it clear to the Host where they are in the process. There are three important types of status ...more
Those of you in the profession may well have been exposed to the announcement of a fantastic new book on eAuctions, authored by Jacob Gorm Larsen called “A Practical Guide to e-A...more
Before you get started using your Contract Dojo account, it’s important that you’ve considered what information you would like to store so that you can get this set up in your...more
Here's where and how to find out all the latest updates and information from Market Dojo. New eAuction Community The Market Dojo Community has just got better with a new eA...more
This guide is designed to help Superhosts get their SRM account fully set up before making it available to their internal users. SRM Dojo is a tool that manages not only your su...more
Whether you're a seasoned procurement professional or a beginner, you’re more than aware of the pressure to save time AND money. You want to reduce the cycle time of the sourcing...more
Supplier onboarding can sometimes feel like a necessary evil, seen as another box ticking exercise by procurement. This can be compounded further when antiquated systems or Excel i...more
This blog was written by Nic Martin, our Co-Founder and CTO. Nic studied Physics at University and has an ingrained interest in statistics. Recently a colleague told me about Be...more
With the world seemingly trapped at home, being guilty or disturbed are the two states that I have often found myself lately in. Both my wife and I are working at home, attempting ...more
Procurement professionals do and will continue to play a pivotal role in ensuring that many businesses survive the Covid-19 crisis. Whilst many companies have entered a hibernat...more
If there is one positive thing that procurement professionals can draw from the covid 19 pandemic, it is that procurement has been thrust into the spotlight like never before. I ha...more
Distributed teams A distributed team is a team that works together from different geographical locations. People have done this, pretty much forever. They have always relied on ...more
In the current climate, PPE supply has become a hot topic for everyone, not just procurement. With this in mind, we wanted to take this opportunity to highlight some lessons we’v...more
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the importance of having an effective procurement strategy has never been greater, with sales forecasts falling off a cliff in many circumstanc...more
2019 was a huge year for Market Dojo, as we introduced more new features to our software than ever before. We saw Multistage RFQ’s added to our eSourcing platform, multiple impro...more
We love what we do. We care about procurement and helping customers achieve results quickly. We have felt that for too long procurement professionals have had to deal with complex ...more
I recently watched a TED talk by author and former dot com business executive, Seth Godin. He was explaining how some ideas and products spread at a much quicker rate than others, ...more
The following blog has been written by Market Dojo's Customer Support Specialist, Chris Barrett. Chris reflects on the past 9 months that he has been with the business and gives a ...more
With continuous change at the forefront of many companies, this question bodes the route of many concerns, options and opportunities. Procurement transformation is regularly di...more
As we enter June and find ourselves firmly within the British Summer period, our MD Development team would love to report that they have been working hard, creating a plan to bring...more
So you’ve done the difficult bit “ you’ve agreed the requirement with your stakeholders, you’ve added your questionnaire(s) and/or lots into the system and you’...more
When creating an eSourcing event it is important to include as much information as possible in your brief. Your event brief will be sent to suppliers as part of the invitation emai...more
Here at Market Dojo we pride ourselves on the support we give to each one of our customers. We value every customer we have and want them to feel important to us. We always look to...more
This guest blog has been written by Kavita Cooper, Managing Director for our newly announced procurement consultancy partner, Novo-K. Novo-K provides cost-effective procurement su...more
In this post, one of our DevOps specialists explains a recent incident which occurred on our production systems, and how we used it to improve our service. How do we encounter s...more
The Story Towards the end of last year, there was widespread uproar around the banning of Iceland’s tear-jerking advert which featured the cute ‘Rang-Tan’ cartoon character ...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
MEET OUR EXPERT GUEST PANELLIST With the 8th February "Beyond The Bolt" Webinar, we are seeking to do more than provide you with timely information on how the digital age will...more
On Saturday the 29th December, news broke out in the UK that the government had awarded more than £102.9 million worth of contracts in case of a ‘No-deal’ Brexit to ...more
This guest blog is written by Howard Price. Howard is a Procurement, Supply Chain and Cost Transformation Consulting. To be able to understand the importance of an SRM, I’m goi...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. “Back in 2008 Oracle’s Larry Ellison said that “we have redefined cloud computing to include everything that we already do.” Dis...more
Sign up to our upcoming webinar here. Jon Hansen, editor for the Procurement Insights blog has written the following article alongside Market Dojo. Jon has written nearly 3...more
Opportunity Analysis, Supplier Onboarding and how this relates to the Tottenham Hotspur Football Stadium Saga… Daniel Levy is renowned for being one of the shrewdest Chairmen ...more
Since the purchase of Costa by Whitbread in 1995 for just £19m, Costa had just 39 outlets and has since grown to be the UK’s largest coffee chain with 2,400 UK Coffee Shops, 1,4...more
...And you don't need AI At Market Dojo, we’ve seen around 25,000 auctions. We’ve seen 7000 RFQs, and received nearly 50,000 questionnaire answers, with around £10B total sou...more
With the excitement of the World Cup building, I wanted to give the England football boys some advice to help them along their way in Russia. So what can England learn from proc...more
When I was thinking of a subject to write about for my latest blog article, I thought it would be a great opportunity to write about something on topic and which encompassed two of...more
For years social medias has continued to develop. From the creation of Facebook over 12 years ago, allowing individuals to represent themselves on a single page. The evolution of T...more
The I-SOURCE report. This is a summary of academic research into the adoption of e-Sourcing tools / techniques within the UK procurement community....more
If you ask most honest companies they will probably tell you that organisations value revenue growth and sales departments more than savings and the procurement/purchasing. Procure...more
The Olympics, that time once every four years you become heavily emotionally invested in sports that you forgot had existed, or do not understand the rules, or in our office, embro...more
With the EU referendum taking place tonight, should procurement professionals expect a regulation reshuffle? There are arguments both for and against Brexit, but will there be a...more
Whilst putting together our article ‘Are Procurement Professionals stuck in the Stone Age?’, which looks at B2B technology in comparison with B2C, myself and Ed got on to the t...more
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… Star Wars was born. And with the exciting news that Star Wars Episode 9 will feature the use unseen footage of the late, great Ca...more
A traditional view on marketing was to simply split it by indirect and direct marketing. Indirect is where you are not going direct to a client and direct is where you are. Both ...more
Writing a case study is easy. Writing a case study that is engaging, compelling and entices the reader to do more is another matter altogether. Companies structure their case...more
CC Image courtesy of Kevin Dooley The Daily Mail recently published an article about how elderly people had been auctioned off to care homes on the internet. Of course, the ...more
We thought it would be interesting to look back at some of the leading tech at the turn of the millennium, things that we've all no doubt used in our past daily lives. We've han...more
'Negotiation is the DNA of business' was Alan Sugar's opening line in the boardroom following the negotiation task on 10th series of the Apprentice. Always an interesting episod...more
Here is a article from the Insider, on Entrepreneurship in the South West. Across the South West, bright young things, and some not so young but still bright, are beavering awa...more
I realised recently that this is a term we brandish about quite frequently at various meetings and conversations we have. Occasionally we get nods of appreciation for the term,...more
I recieved a question on LinkedIn recently. Specifically it was: "What are the top things to do when starting a new PPC campaign or optimizing an existing one?". Not really be...more
This week Market Dojo attended the 39th eWorld Procurement and Supply event, excited to meet with familiar faces and showcase our latest solutions to both new and veteran visitors ...more
This weeks eWorld convention marked Market Dojo’s 8th consecutive year in attendance and our first since the release our Contract Management solution, Contract Dojo! Our team ...more
Join the Market Dojo team at eWorld Procurement & Supply on 5th March 2019, at the event’s new location, De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. "Since 2001, eWorld Proc...more
Market Dojo will be attending the EIC Connect Oil & Gas Conference on the 27th & 28th of November 2018, making our presence felt amongst some of the biggest key decision ma...more
This year, the Web Summit took place in Lisbon, Portugal, on 4th - 7th November 2018. If you have never attended a Web Summit, there are a few things you might want to know to make...more
Market Dojo made the bi-annual pilgrimage to eWorld earlier this week, excited at the prospect of meeting some new faces as well as networking with many long-term acquaintances and...more
On 24th - 26th September, Market Dojo participated in the popular Salons-Solution exhibition in Paris for the second time. Our team arrived in Paris following an epic journey vi...more
My name is Henry and I’m the business development Executive here at Market Dojo. Part of my role is to help the company exhibit at eWorld, which is a conference based on suppl...more
On Wednesday we were delighted to host the CIPS Central London branch event and give Market Dojo the opportunity to assess the region’s online negotiation skills! The event ...more
Market Dojo has had strong links with The University Of West England since our beginning and we have been privileged to be able to share our expertise through our talks and present...more
From our joint presentation with Odesma Consultancy at Procurement Summit 2016 entitled, "The Secret to How Aggreko Transformed into Procurement Pioneers"....more
From our presentation at Procurement Summit 2015 entitled, "Strategies to maximise your eAuction returns"....more
From our customer's seminar, Creative Education, at eWorld September 2014. The presentation was entitled, "Innovative eSourcing & Social Media in the Education Sector" and was ...more
From our Innovation Briefing seminar at eWorld 2014 entitled, "From identifying opportunities to realised savings" in conjunction with our client and partner, eQuiddity....more
Six months and here we are again, eWorld September 2017. I am sure that for the rest of the team at Market Dojo it felt like a bout of Deja Vu having gone for the past 6 years ...more
Market Dojo is hosting its inaugural procurement event on Thursday, 6th April. The event will offer procurement professionals the opportunity to network and learn from the experts....more
From Scarborough to Cheltenham to London, the Market Dojo team travelled from opposite ends of the UK to attend Manchester's Procurement Summit. Here’s Peter’s story of the exc...more
This years eWorld Procurement and Supply Summit was a first time for three members of our team. All of us armed with the prior experience of tradeshows but were surprised by the ...more
For the second year in a row Market Dojo has entered Procurious’ Big Idea Summit. This year, our big idea is that companies are going to pay more attention to compliance withi...more
With the first eWorld of 2016 having been and gone, it's time to reflect on the day and think about what we took away. A huge thank you to the team for organising the eWorld eve...more
The eWorld Procurement and Supply summit is one of our personal favourites in the events calendar. At Market Dojo, we’ve been showcasing our on-demand eSourcing tools there ...more
Having made the three hour trip to (not so sunny) Manchester the night before, we awoke from our hotel and made our way to the Procurement Summit conference which was held at the M...more
Arriving at QEII in London for eWorld Procurement and Supply Summit, armed with a plethora of marketing materials, we set up our stand by the entrance next to the lovely Baker Wan...more
The Market Dojo team arrived at the Grange Tower hotel for the annual CIPS conference just in time for registration and the keynote speech from Dr John Glen of the Cranfield School...more
It feels like only yesterday we packed up our stand at eWorld in March, but with just 31 days to go until we gather again to hear about the latest innovation and technology in the ...more
Last week we were generously invited by our partners, ArcBlue, to join their exhibition stand and sponsored dinner at the CIPS Middle East Conference 2015 in Abu Dhabi. ArcBl...more
At eWorld on Tuesday 3rd March, visitors that came to our stand entered their businesses cards into our prize draw to be in with a chance of winning one Market Dojo Licence, encom...more
As of Monday 2nd March, I became Market Dojo’s first official employee and the very next day, my knowledge and skills were put to the test as I awoke to my alarm at 4am for my jo...more
As we now enter into our fifth year of business, we'd like to share with you some of the more unusual goods and services that we've seen tendered via our software! For example,...more
We recently returned from another fantastic eWorld event in Westminster. The most noticeable difference for us between this event and previous ones was the absence of Market Dojo...more
Last week we attended the CIPS Annual Conference 2013 as quite possibly the latest entrants ever! By chance at the September ‘13 eWorld event, we met Johnnie Norton, a Sales Ex...more
Last week saw our now regular outing to the eWorld Purchasing & Supply event in London. The team in front of our booth My day at eWorld began with a train journey to Lo...more
Relax with Market Dojo are the words printed on the square stress balls, part of our must have marketing paraphernalia that we had produced for the show (see here). As it turns o...more
Over a year old and apparently a lot wiser, would we be able to take the time out to tackle Revolution’s second e-purchasing event of the year? Is it worth attending? Will there ...more
Despite being in existence for only 7 months, we decided to invest in exhibiting in the eWorld show, having recognised it to be the premier event to exhibit for organisations in ...more
Our first Market Dojo roadshow of 2018 had a fantastic kick off at Hotel Football in Manchester this week. It was great to see some new faces as well as existing clients and provid...more
Don't miss your chance to sign up for our next roadshow in 2018. Just click on this link here to our registration form. Last years event was a huge success, the day consisted of...more
Last week we had a triumph of a day, running an eAuction masterclass at The Birmingham Botanical Gardens with lots of familiar faces of current clients filling our venue! The da...more
Last month marked Market Dojo’s third annual conference, bringing together clients and prospects alike for a day of industry insights and socialising. The event was once again he...more
The Market Dojo Conference is only 15 days away! On Thursday 17th October, Market Dojo will be welcoming a wealth of procurement professionals to the Cotswolds, for our annual...more
We hosted our annual procurement conference at Englefield House on Thursday 17th May. It was a great day and for those that missed it, we’ve included some of our key highlights f...more
Last year we had our first ever Market Dojo event, after a very successful day and excellent feedback it would have been wrong if we did not make this an annual tradition. We saved...more
Last year, we hosted our first big conference with a fantastic turnout of 100+ procurement professionals from brands such as Next, McCarthy & Stone and Travis Perkins in our So...more
Make sure to register for our next Roadshow on 17th May in 2018. Just click here to complete the registration form. Last years event was a huge success thanks to a number of gue...more
The last 4 weeks have been exceptionally busy for us all at Market Dojo as we firmly enter into the conference season! eWorld September 2014 Firstly we exhibited at the eW...more
Just when we thought that things could not get any bigger, Cranfield had topped their previous years’ record and participated in the biggest Market Dojo eAuction game to date, wi...more
Last week on 2nd of December 2019, Team Dojo’s Craig Knowles (Digital Marketing Manager) and I, Jon Pole (Senior Business Development Manager), presented to 187 participants at C...more
Trying to work efficiently and effectively towards a long-term goal is a common challenge for procurement professionals. Procurement is often seen as a function that has to deliver...more
From our Innovation Briefing seminar at eWorld 2014 entitled, "From identifying opportunities to realised savings" in conjunction with our client and partner, eQuiddity....more
Procurement Transformation. Nick ford, Executive Director at Odesma discussed his experiences and thoughts on using eSourcing to create real value and transform procurement practi...more
Bed of Nails & Robot. Richard Bell, former Procurement Director of Averda discussed how he implemented procurement solutions around the world and the impact of Robotic Process...more
People and Process Success in Government. Rob Lees, Commercial Director of ISS Ministry of Defence presented on creating success through implementing practical processes and people...more
Resetting the supplier & buyer dynamic. Robert Copeland, Procurement Director of G4S in the UK & Ireland presented on the subject of re-evaluating supplier and buyer relat...more
Establishing an eSourcing Centre of Excellence. Simon Boggis, the former CPO of Ceva Logistics discusses his experience in transforming a decentralised procurement team to deliver ...more
Baker's ingredients lists for a successful eAuctions. Terri Hudson, Managing Director of Baker Wanless Ltd discusses the different ways to make a successful eSourcing event and the...more
The Human Condition. Iain McKenna, Managing Director of Sourcing Solved discussed how you can attract the best procurement talent to complement your technology and ensure that the...more
eSourcing is the best way to buy energy! Keith Moore, Owner of Fairnet Commercial Services presented on how he advises on using eSourcing solutions to deliver the best value for b...more
Creating real value from eSourcing Alun Rafique, Co-founder of Market Dojo introduces the inaugural event and discuss the topic of creating real value from eSourcing....more
Using Different Ways of Working to Achieve 25% Savings Graham Woodison, former Senior Purchasing Manager at Specsavers and founder of Challenge25 presented his specialism in impro...more
This presentation highlights early findings from Aberdeen Groups research into Expanding Sourcing Success in the Global Economy....more
Market Dojo, a leader in eSourcing solutions, has partnered with Focal Point, pioneers in intake and orchestration, to deliver an integrated platform that redefines how procurement...more
Spring into innovation and meet us at 2 leading Procurement & Sourcing events in March. Procurement Strategies & Innovation (PSI) 5th March - London Join us for the lat...more
The world faces environmental and social challenges threatening the planet's sustainability. As a result, companies are looking for ways to incorporate sustainability into their...more
UK, Bristol - 9 March 2022 Market Dojo, a UK-based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced the launch of an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) supplier prof...more
TORONTO and Bristol, UK, March 1, 2022 -- TealBook, the leading supplier data foundation that autonomously enhances supplier data and powers e-procurement technology, and Mar...more
British startup Market Dojo revolutionizes procurement standards by offering a 100% cloud eSourcing solution LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. ” January 4, 2022 ” Esker, a g...more
Two Bristol businesses on opposite sides of the enterprise-scale will be teaming up, as international manufacturer Imperial Brands signs up with local software company, Market Dojo...more
At Market Dojo we are excited to announce our new partnership with Vallterra Internacional, a Procurement Consultancy based in Barcelona, Spain. Vallterra International is a yo...more
The time came for us all at Market dojo to finally have our Christmas party and a team building day out…In April! The day started with breakfast before splitting into groups f...more
Introducing Market Dojo's new Head of Marketing and PR, Jenny Burt. Jenny joined the Marketing team at the end of April having come from her previous role at another software provi...more
Introducing Market Dojo's newest team member, Michael Petrov. Michael joins the Development team as our new Ruby on Rails Developer. We asked Michael a few questions to get to know...more
The below is a short message from our CEO and Co-founder, Alun Rafique. Hi everyone, I hope you are all keeping well and healthy in these unprecedented times. At this challeng...more
Market Dojo has teamed up with our first-ever Brand Ambassador, the highly experienced and accomplished Procurement Leader, Jordan Jansen. Jordan joins Team Dojo with a weal...more
As the British Transfer Window approaches its deadline, Market Dojo can rest easy, knowing our latest recruit and Business Development Manager, Tyrone is already on board. Tyrone h...more
During my time at Market Dojo, I have been busy finding security vulnerabilities within Market Dojo’s services. This has involved creating and setting up a bug bounty program, re...more
Team Dojo are delighted to have welcomed Ben Walsh to our ranks as our new Partner Manager. Our man from down under joins us with experience in both the commercial sector as wel...more
We are pleased to welcome our new Social Media Marketing Executive Amelia to Team Dojo. Amelia is the 5th member of the Marketing team and 3rd to join the revolution since 2019 as ...more
Team Dojo have made plenty of eSourcing heroes over the years, but we can now boast a real life hero in our ranks! As an active member of the RNLI, Bernd will be turning his attent...more
Market Dojo is pleased to have welcomed our latest recruit Ryan, who has joined us within the role of Webmaster. What made you apply to work at Market Dojo? I was actually he...more
Market Dojo is pleased to have welcomed our latest recruit Francesco, who has joined us within the role of Front End Developer and Designer. What made you apply to work at Marke...more
It's been a year of lots of firsts already for Market Dojo and following this theme is the announcement of our first Product Manager, Ben. Amazingly however, he's not our first Bus...more
The Market Dojo team were again thrilled this month to be part of the latest eWorld convention, at the events sparkling new home, the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in Lon...more
Dwight Yorke, Leroy Sane, Sadio Mane and even Lionel Messi are some of the most high profile football players to wear the number 19 shirt. Market Dojo's new and 19th member, Graham...more
During this continued period of exponential growth for Market Dojo, we are pleased to have welcomed our latest recruit Callum, who has joined us as a Content Marketing Executive. ...more
Sol Lemoigne joins Market Dojo as the company's latest International Business Development Manager helping Marcin and Karina to broaden our reach further into Europe and across the ...more
I am currently following a master in Business Administration at the La Rochelle Business School (France), and I was looking for an internship in the UK, starting in January. In Fra...more
We have recently added yet another member of staff to our Business Development team. Eve Eyres has joined Market Dojo as our newest Business Development Manager. As with all new me...more
Our latest French intern has this week joined the Market Dojo team for a six week internship. Sophie will be primarily working alongside the Marketing Department throughout her tim...more
‘If this game involves straws, sellotape and blue tac I am going home’ This blog has been written by Dojo Customer Support Manager and inventor of Dojo Bridge building, Chri...more
We have recently added yet another member of staff to our Business Development team. Jack Durnin has joined Market Dojo as our BDE, or Business Development Executive. As with all n...more
This week we welcomed Luke Sherratt to Market Dojo. He joins the business as a new Business Development Manager. We wanted to learn more about our newest recruit, his past experien...more
At Market Dojo we are pleased to announce the business' newest Customer Success Manager, El Towers who has recently joined our team. We asked El a few questions to get to know her ...more
As the Market Dojo team grows, so does our need for a more permanent customer support specialist. It is with great pleasure that we are able to announce that Chris Barrett has join...more
This week we welcomed Adam Collins to the Market Dojo team. Adam joins the business as our Business Development Manager. We wanted to learn more about our newest recruit, his previ...more
Introducing Market Dojo's newest team member, Toby Pedder. Toby joins the Marketing department as our new Marketing Executive having previously worked within the marketing departme...more
As of January this year, I started a new role as the Customer Success Manager at Market Dojo. This is a new role for the company, yet one that is becoming more common within SaaS o...more
Meet Angie Counsell our Marketing Assitant, Jon Pole our Bussiness Development Manager and Sophia Binns our Business Generation Manager. Angie Counsell (Left), Jon Pol...more
Introducing one of the new members to the Market Dojo Family Sophia Binns. We asked our newest addition a couple of questions to find out what makes her tick. What made you appl...more
Market Dojo is excited to introduce you to our newest member of team Dojo - Jon Pole. Coming all the way from South Africa he’ll be stepping into our business development manager...more
Market Dojo is pleased to announce the latest member of Team Dojo. Angie will be joining us as part of our growing marketing team, she glided through the Market Dojo interview p...more
Hi, I'm Harry. I've just wrapped up my second year of study at the University of Gloucestershire and have been in search of bright new opportunities in the film industry. This is m...more
Antoine Le Bras, French intern who has joined Market Dojo for 8 weeks shares his feelings and his analysis of his first days in our beautiful country. It only took an hour ...more
Market Dojo are very excited to introduce the latest member of Team Dojo! Working on the Business Development side, Henry, from Cirencester, breezed through the Market Dojo interv...more
Market Dojo are very excited to introduce the latest members of Team Dojo. Helping out on the Business Development side, Peter and Lewis, both Cheltenham based, passed the Market ...more
This year, I will spend my summer holidays in the British Island. Obviously this is not the most exotic destination but I have to do this because a master in management is wait...more
'And here is the last post from our effervescent intern, Camelia...' Wow. I can’t believe I have already reached the end of my internship. There’s only one week left and t...more
Here is an article written by our second intern, Antoine Boton, from École Atlantique de Commerce in Nantes. Here he empathises with how British people may view their arriva...more
editors note: this is the second blog entry from our excellent intern Hadrien Geffroy. Sadly Hadrien's internship has reaached it's completion and we have to say au revoir, but...more
editor's note: this is the first of two blog entries by our intern extraordinnaire, Hadrien Geffroy from École Atlantique de Commerce in France. We were fortunate to have H...more
To follow on from our recent 'A Decade of Dojo' blog, we thought now would be an opportune time to share with you some remarkable facts about Market Dojo. Perhaps in amongst these ...more
The following blog is written by our COO and Market Dojo co-founder Nick Drewe. Nick reflects on Market Dojo's 10th year in business and highlights some of our keys successes in wh...more
The following blog is written by our CEO and Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique. Alun reflects on Market Dojo's 9th year as a business and highlights some of the keys to our succe...more
This year on the 2nd August we were delighted to complete our 8th year in business. Given our tenuous Japanese association, it’s reassuring to know that the number 8 is ...more
What do Market Dojo and these photos of celebrities have in common? Extra prizes if you can all guess who they are - we’ll tell you at the end. The answer is that they ar...more
August 2nd marks an important date in the Market Dojo calendar, as each year on this day our firm becomes one year older. This year we have now successfully reached our 6th year in...more
Over the weekend, we surpassed our 5th year since our memorable incorporation on the 2nd August 2010. There have been a number of fantastic achievements since our previous ...more
Over the weekend we achieved our latest milestone of completing our 4th successful year of Market Dojo. Starting from nothing 4 years ago and investing a lot of our time and...more
Last Friday we proudly turned 3. If we were talking about a human rather than a company, we might look a little like this guy: However, we are a business and to reach this...more
PRESS RELEASE For immediate release August 2012 Market Dojo celebrate their second birthday with a year of amazing growth Last week marked Market Dojo’s second successful...more
Market Dojo celebrates their 1 year birthday! Market Dojo, an innovative Bristol-based software company, recently celebrated their first year in business. The company, incorpora...more
Market Dojo Challenges Procurement's AI Obsession: "Procurement Doesn't Need Replacing. It Needs Empowering." Bristol, UK, June, 2026, Market Dojo, a leading provider of AI sourc...more
Stroud, UK, April 27, 2026, Market Dojo (an Esker company), a leading provider of AI sourcing solutions, has announced it has been recognized as a validated provider in The Hackett...more
LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. — April 7, 2026 — Esker, the leading AI Automation Suite for the Office of the CFO, today announced the integration of Ec...more
Bristol, 23/02/26 - Esker (Market Dojo), the leading procurement & finance software provider, announced today that it has been named to The Hackett Group's 2025-26, 50 to Know ...more
As we embark on Market Dojo's 16th year serving the procurement industry, we reflect on an incredible journey of growth, innovation, and customer success in eSourcing. Our lates...more
Stroud, UK - 09/12/2025 ” Market Dojo (an Esker company), a leading global procurement software provider, today announced its selection to the 2025/26 ProcureTech100, t...more
Bristol UK, Tuesday 23 September 2025 “ Market Dojo today announced its continued inclusion in the Fall 2025 edition of Spend Matters’ SolutionMap for Sourcing, the industry’...more
Time and again, we’ve seen that procurement is no longer just about cutting costs”it’s about creating value, driving efficiency, and building resilience in an unpredictable w...more
LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. ” March 26, 2025 ” Esker, the global authority in AI-powered business solutions for the Office of the CFO, today announced that it has been na...more
Bristol UK, 18 March 2025 “ UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been featured in the Sourcing category of Spend Matters’ Spring 2025 SolutionMap which b...more
As procurement continues to evolve, technology plays a crucial role in shaping sourcing strategies. According to the Gartner Market Guide for Sourcing Application, “sourcing te...more
Market Dojo, a leader in eSourcing solutions, has partnered with Focal Point, pioneers in intake and orchestration, to deliver an integrated platform that redefines how procurement...more
As we embark on Market Dojo's 15th year serving the procurement industry, we reflect on an incredible journey of growth, innovation, and customer success in eSourcing. Our lates...more
Market Dojo, a leader in eSourcing solutions, has partnered with Veridion, pioneers in supplier discovery, to deliver an integrated platform that redefines how procurement professi...more
As the title suggests, in the lead up to the ProcureTech Cup we had the chance to showcase our easy to use, on-demand strategic sourcing, contract, and supplier management software...more
Market Dojo Selected for 11th Annual '50 Providers to Know' List Recognising Top Companies in Procurement and Supply Chain Bristol, 8th October 2024 “ Market Dojo is proud to ...more
Bristol UK, 19 September 2024 “ UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been featured in the Sourcing category of Spend Matters’ Fall 2024 SolutionMap which...more
Bristol, UK [11/09/24] “ Market Dojo, a leading provider of on-demand eProcurement software, is thrilled to announce its inclusion in the esteemed "AI-Powered Sourcing Automation...more
Bristol, UK [05/09/24] “ Market Dojo, a leader in on-demand sourcing and supplier management solutions, is excited to announce the release of its latest Autonomous Sourcing featu...more
ABOUT AUTOMATION It’s more important than ever to ensure that your procurement activity is adherent to internal and regulatory requirements, and with limited resources it can be...more
UK, July, 2024 “ Market Dojo, a leading provider of on-demand strategic sourcing solutions, is thrilled to announce its recognition as a "Challenger" in the esteemed Ardent Par...more
UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been featured in the Sourcing category of Spend Matters’ Spring 2024 SolutionMap which benchmarks 79 procure...more
At a time where costs are skyrocketing and competition is fierce, AI feels like a breath of fresh air offering procurement, like many disciplines, a new path to sustainable success...more
LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. ” February 1, 2024 ” Esker, a global cloud platform and leader in AI-driven process automation solutions for Finance, Procurement and Customer...more
Here’s a little secret: I’m a big fan of those year-in-review shows that pop up everywhere in December. Usually, I watch it with friends or family and repeatedly say things lik...more
Each year the 50 Providers to Know list recognises the best-in-class companies in the procurement and supply chain market - and this is the tenth annual release! These are firms yo...more
Market Dojo announced today a new collaboration with Kronos Group to reinforce its presence in the Benelux, France and Italy. Kronos Group is a rapidly expanding consulting co...more
In today's fiercely competitive business landscape, Market Dojo, a global procurement software provider, unveils a groundbreaking integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into i...more
Bristol UK, 9 March 2023 “ Sourcing Dojo, Market Dojo’s flagship eSourcing solution, has been featured for another year as a FrontRunner for Supply Chain Management software, s...more
Bristol UK, 28 February 2023 “ Market Dojo, an Esker company, announced today that it has been named for the third consecutive year as an Emerging Favourite for procurement soft...more
Bristol UK, 18 November 2024 “ Market Dojo, UK based SaaS procurement software provider, meets the requirements of the 2022 version of ISO/IEC 27001 security standard certificati...more
Bristol UK, 25 November 2022 “ Market Dojo, UK based SaaS procurement software provider, achieves widely recognised ISO/IEC 27001 security standard certification demonstrating th...more
Bristol UK, 22 November 2022 “ UK based SaaS procurement software provider Market Dojo has been placed as a Value Leader in Sourcing of Spend Matters’ Fall 2022 SolutionMap whi...more
Following the recent news that Market Dojo has joined forces with Esker, COO and Co-Founder of Market Dojo, Nick Drewe joined host, Scott Leahy on the latest episode of Esker On Ai...more
UK, Bristol - 9 June 2022 - Market Dojo, a UK based SaaS procurement software provider, has today announced Esker, a global cloud platform and leader in AI-driven process automatio...more
Market Dojo is proud to announce that we are an official corporate sponsor of ‘The Carter the Brave epic end-to-end ride’. Carter the Brave is a fundraising partner of Birmi...more
The time came for us all at Market dojo to finally have our Christmas party and a team building day out…In April! The day started with breakfast before splitting into groups f...more
UK, Bristol - 9 March 2022 Market Dojo, a UK-based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced the launch of an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) supplier prof...more
TORONTO and Bristol, UK, March 1, 2022 -- TealBook, the leading supplier data foundation that autonomously enhances supplier data and powers e-procurement technology, and Mar...more
British startup Market Dojo revolutionizes procurement standards by offering a 100% cloud eSourcing solution LYON, France, and MIDDLETON, Wis. ” January 4, 2022 ” Esker, a g...more
Improved user self-service capability with instant access UK, Bristol - 2 November 2021 Market Dojo, a UK based SaaS procurement software provider, has announced their on-d...more
We are pleased to announce that we’ve been awarded 50 Procurement Providers to Watch 2021 by Spend Matters. This is the fourth year in a row we have received this recognitio...more
Introducing Market Dojo's new Head of Marketing and PR, Jenny Burt. Jenny joined the Marketing team at the end of April having come from her previous role at another software provi...more
Over the last eighteen months, a specialist group within the Development Team at Market Dojo have been hard at work on optimising and updating our primary Sourcing offering. One...more
Introducing Market Dojo's newest team member, Michael Petrov. Michael joins the Development team as our new Ruby on Rails Developer. We asked Michael a few questions to get to know...more
Those of you in the profession may well have been exposed to the announcement of a fantastic new book on eAuctions, authored by Jacob Gorm Larsen called “A Practical Guide to e-A...more
Here's where and how to find out all the latest updates and information from Market Dojo. New eAuction Community The Market Dojo Community has just got better with a new eA...more
We at Market Dojo are delighted to announce the release of our new module SRM Dojo! What is it for? SRM Dojo is a Supplier Relationship Management tool intended to be you...more
Market Dojo has recently launched a host of new pages to better explain the wide range of products available to procurement professionals looking to master their supply chain decis...more
The following Q&A session was held between Market Dojo and Brian McAndrews, Chief Store Development Officer at Grocery Outlet. Brian, please tell us in your own words abou...more
Just when we thought that things could not get any bigger, Cranfield had topped their previous years’ record and participated in the biggest Market Dojo eAuction game to date, wi...more
Qatar Fuel, WOQOD is a Qatari downstream Oil and gas company engaged in the distribution and sale of refined petroleum products, LP Gas, Aviation fuel, Bitumen and Lubricants. They...more
To follow on from our recent 'A Decade of Dojo' blog, we thought now would be an opportune time to share with you some remarkable facts about Market Dojo. Perhaps in amongst these ...more
Market Dojo's segment of CIPS': 'Supply, Support and Sustain'. CIPS has worked in conjunction with ITN, Market Dojo and others to create a Procurement focused programme highlig...more
The following blog is written by our COO and Market Dojo co-founder Nick Drewe. Nick reflects on Market Dojo's 10th year in business and highlights some of our keys successes in wh...more
There have been plenty of challenges in the past few years, but the Covid-19 crisis is different. It has reached every consumer without discrimination, sending a shockwave up the s...more
Recently Spend Matters covered us as part of their vendor analysis looking into sourcing specialists for enterprises wanting comprehensive solutions that can help modernise their p...more
Mark Dixon founded Regus in 1989 after noticing how many business people were huddled round small coffee tables in busy cafes trying to conduct meetings. Just 11 years later,...more
Initially, many businesses faced some pretty tough choices of over the last few months during the COVID-19 global pandemic, such as: Should our business go into hibernation to...more
Market Dojo has released a new homepage to better tell the story of how we can help procurement professionals with their activities and show you some great examples of the work we ...more
Market Dojo have been included within the Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2020. This list recognizes the fast-rising companies in the procurement and supply cha...more
The below is a short message from our CEO and Co-founder, Alun Rafique. Hi everyone, I hope you are all keeping well and healthy in these unprecedented times. At this challeng...more
Two Bristol businesses on opposite sides of the enterprise-scale will be teaming up, as international manufacturer Imperial Brands signs up with local software company, Market Dojo...more
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the importance of having an effective procurement strategy has never been greater, with sales forecasts falling off a cliff in many circumstanc...more
The recent release of the Solutions Maps Q1, 2020 by Spend Matters has shown Market Dojo to be a 'Value Leader' for organisations seeking cloud-based software with optional value-a...more
The team at Market Dojo have had several meetings over the last week to discuss how we can help businesses' in this unprecedented time of need. We realise that one of the most c...more
How Market Dojo is reacting to Coronavirus: We have received some questions from customers about how we will be reacting to the current situation. Things are changing very fast,...more
Market Dojo has teamed up with our first-ever Brand Ambassador, the highly experienced and accomplished Procurement Leader, Jordan Jansen. Jordan joins Team Dojo with a weal...more
Procurement Leaders have announced their Shortlists for the World Procurement Awards 2020. These prestigious awards celebrate the initiatives, teams and people across the globe ...more
As the British Transfer Window approaches its deadline, Market Dojo can rest easy, knowing our latest recruit and Business Development Manager, Tyrone is already on board. Tyrone h...more
The Al Naboodah Group is one of the UAE’s most well-respected family company names, employing over 15,000 staff across 15 businesses. Al Naboodah’s core business covers ci...more
Christmas came early last Thursday at Dojo HQ, as the entire team gathered for a day of festive celebrations and procurement fun and games. We started our Market Dojo team day w...more
Team Dojo are delighted to have welcomed Ben Walsh to our ranks as our new Partner Manager. Our man from down under joins us with experience in both the commercial sector as wel...more
Last week on 2nd of December 2019, Team Dojo’s Craig Knowles (Digital Marketing Manager) and I, Jon Pole (Senior Business Development Manager), presented to 187 participants at C...more
The following blog is written by our CEO and Market Dojo co-founder Alun Rafique. Alun reflects on Market Dojo's 9th year as a business and highlights some of the keys to our succe...more
At Market Dojo, we pride ourselves on the usability and adaptability of all our solutions. Our procurement software has been built with ease of use in mind and last month we really...more
The Market Dojo Conference is only 15 days away! On Thursday 17th October, Market Dojo will be welcoming a wealth of procurement professionals to the Cotswolds, for our annual...more
Team Dojo are delighted to announce we will be appearing in a few very exciting projects over the next couple of months. As well as continuing to develop our website, software a...more
This weeks eWorld convention marked Market Dojo’s 8th consecutive year in attendance and our first since the release our Contract Management solution, Contract Dojo! Our team ...more
In our previous blog, we showed how Spend Matters (SM) compared Market Dojo to a number of competitors within the world of eSourcing, via their Q1 Solutions Map for 2019. As Q2 ...more
Market Dojo’s reputation as a firm customer leader was clear to see in Spend Matters latest solutions map, for the first quarter of 2019. Within the category of Nimb...more
It's been a year of lots of firsts already for Market Dojo and following this theme is the announcement of our first Product Manager, Ben. Amazingly however, he's not our first Bus...more
Market Dojo have found themselves alongside the likes of Uber and Mastercard, in Spend Matters 50 Procurement Providers to Watch for 2019. The Spend Matters 50 Providers to ...more
Following last year's meeting with local MP David Drewe, Market Dojo were pleased to welcome Siobhan Baillie to West End Suites offices on the back of her recent triumph, being s...more
The marketing team at Market Dojo have been working hard over the past months in order to improve our Resources page. As the central hub for all of the business' communication, we ...more
We at Market Dojo have recently launched a new reward scheme for users of our Market Dojo tools. Our team have rattled their brains and would like to welcome to you, our...more
Sol Lemoigne joins Market Dojo as the company's latest International Business Development Manager helping Marcin and Karina to broaden our reach further into Europe and across the ...more
2018 was a fantastic year for Market Dojo, with many new customers, a vast increase in our staff numbers and more users in our system than ever before. We have put together the bel...more
‘If this game involves straws, sellotape and blue tac I am going home’ This blog has been written by Dojo Customer Support Manager and inventor of Dojo Bridge building, Chri...more
Market Dojo are delighted to announce a new partnership with Proqura to promote our innovative, pay-as-you-go procurement tools across New Zealand. Headquartered in Auckland, ...more
After 9 months here at Market Dojo, my time as a Marketing Assistant to this exciting budding company has come to an end. A newbie to procurement, I joined Procurious, an online co...more
The three presentations given by Andomise, Market Dojo and Coupa are combined in this pdf. They provided a breakfast briefing to provide some thoughtful insight into the trends and...more
Brexit, Trump, how did this happen? The unexpectedness of it all caught everyone by surprise. All the polls were wrong. If we could put this down to a singular reason? The ...more
It is with a fuzzy head that I am writing this blog to commemorate the fantastic evening that we enjoyed at the Supply Management Awards courtesy of our consultancy partner Odes...more
Over the last week we fulfilled our invitations to host lectures for several business schools, specifically those of Bristol and Greenwich. We've always enjoyed presenting o...more
A massive thanks to PWC and the invitation to the annual awards. A very well run black tie event in the Passenger Shed next to Temple Meads station with guest presenter Ian A...more
By working closely with the Bristol Business School of the University of the West of England (UWE), Market Dojo, a young business in the South West, is able to form a very real syn...more
On Thursday 16 April Market Dojo attended CIPS Bristol event at Butcombe Brewery. I had not attended a CIPS Bristol event before, but was in the area and my colleague, Nick, had or...more
Working with a local horror film producer we made a series of light-hearted videos to inject some humour into a procurement professionals day. The basic premise was based on variou...more
Today is the second of March and spring is on its way. It's also a landmark day for Market Dojo with two firsts to celebrate. By Jongleur100 (Own work) , via Wikimedia Commons...more
We had a great write up in the West of England Growth Fund newsletter after receiving a grant to help develop our e-marketplace concept. Bristol based Market Dojo is poised�...more
Jon Hansen and Colin Cram from Procurement Insights published our take on the report on Local Government Procurement. Once again we would like to pass on our thanks helping to pr...more
In between the ritual consumption of chocolate eggs over the Easter weekend, we released a set of new enhancements to our software for all to enjoy. Amongst the highlights inclu...more
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We are delighted to announce the news that Optimus Business Solutions has gone live, having signed up as a Market Dojo reseller into Australia a few weeks ago. Australia is a ve...more
We have created accessible e-sourcing software, attracted customers both large and small, proved its value and now we want to share our success. "Market Dojo is looking for rese...more
Just a quick note to thank everyone we spoke to in our search for our latest recruit. We have now hired and are delighted to have Dan join our ranks. Dan has over 8 years Ruby ...more
We were recently asked to contribute our on-the-ground thoughts of the e-Sourcing market, as we witnessed it. The original posting can be found here, although for ease we have i...more
We’ve run an auction on our software before via a mobile phone “ true cloud technology! In 10 clicks of the mouse you can log-in, create an Event, gather pre-bids andru...more
With Quick Quotes, it's difficult to find reasons not to use it. My team think its great. We were worried everyone would say you send too much stuff but everyone's feedback has been “we love it”.
William Bridgman Managing Director at Warren Services
I managed to generate a 48% saving in 2 hours so was very happy with the result! I would definitely recommend these guys. I honestly don't have a bad word to say about them. Excellent service, excellent software and a fantastic experience.
Tara Hunt Category Manager, Arqiva
The company and people are intuitive, young and enthusiastic in nature. Specsavers will be looking to use Market Dojo as a ‘business as usual’ tool and regard it as an integral part of their negotiation toolkit.
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