LittleBig Connection

[PRODUCT FOCUS] - Essential KPIs guide for your professional services procurement 📈 At LittleBig Connection, we know that a rigorous follow-up of KPIs is important for refining your professional services procurement processes. That's why we made a quick guide with all the essential steps you need for an optimal reporting. 💡 Why is this important? Well-chosen KPIs help you track clear and reliable data, making it easier to make informed decisions. You can better manage your costs, assess the quality of services, and align your procurement strategy with your goals. 🔑 Which KPIs should you follow? Thanks to interviews with our clients, we have defined two main categories of indicators:  > Procurement performance: spend analysis, scope size, time to fill, cost savings, etc. > Supplier monitoring: response rate, proposal conversion rate, reasons for non-selection, project duration, etc. 📈 How can you follow them? Within the LittleBig Rise VMS (vendor management system), various tools are at your disposal to easily monitor your data and give you a clear and immediate overview. Whether it is with strategic dashboards, extensive data exports or dedicated API, you are sure to follow the KPIs relevant to your activity, in lign with your organization's context and to take the best decisions for your procurement strategy. Discover in our article all the tips and indicators to transform your procurement strategy! Link in comments 🔗

[1 MINUTE INSIDE] - 3 reasons why we organize Virtual Summits 🎉👇   Every June and December, we come together online from all corners of the globe to celebrate our collective journey. We call this ✨ Virtual Summits ✨! We are truly keen to perpetuate this internal tradition and let us explain you why:   1️⃣ 🌎 It's time to gather our teams and nurture our corporate culture: getting the LittleBiggers from our 25 different offices around the table is no easy task, so it's always a pleasure to do it!   2️⃣ ⛰ We can learn and grow together: we believe in rising together by sharing knowledge and insights that help us grow both individually and as a team. That is why the Virtual Summit is always packed with workshops around key learnings. For the last edition, we worked on the art of open and empathetic communication using the Radical Candor framework.    3️⃣ 🎉 This is an opportunity to celebrate achievements and share our vision: it's a moment to acknowledge the recent collective successes and outline our vision for the future. A moment to thank all our LittleBiggers for their hard work and to get inspired for the journey ahead.     A huge thank you to all the LittleBiggers for their enthusiasm and active participation. Their dedication makes these events unforgettable and drives our collective success. 

[REPLAY] - Our latest live event's replay on international strategy for professional services procurement is available! 📺⏮     On June 20th, we hosted a 45 minutes webinar showcasing the power of the Bestshore approach, an innovative blend of nearshore and offshore sourcing strategies. 🌏   From operational strategies to real-world success stories, our speakers (👋 Lena Radjibaly, Urbain Adrian, Jules Maillard, Catherine McPherson) highlighted how this approach can help businesses navigate skill shortages and leverage global talent.   If you missed it or want to relive the webinar, you can watch the replay in the comments section!

[PRODUCT FOCUS] - Implementing a Vendor Management System (VMS) to optimize your source-to-pay #S2P process can be challenging. Fear not! LittleBig Rise is more than just a platform; it's a dedicated partner in your company's journey.   🔧 Right from the start, our implementation team is by your side to: > Develop a proof of concept (POC) demonstrating the immediate benefits and adaptability of our VMS. > Align the platform configuration with your existing structures and workflows through workshops. > Support change management processes, engaging all stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition. 🧑💻 After going live, your dedicated Customer Success Manager becomes your strategist and supporter, assisting you to: > Navigate organizational restructures seamlessly. > Optimize your procurement through insightful reporting and actionable plans. > Provide both strategic advice and operational support, ensuring you maximize the value from our tool. 🛠️ And remember, whether you or your supplier face challenges, our Support team is always ready to assist you! 🔍 Curious to learn more? Contact us to discover the full potential of our platform and services! 👇 Visit the comments section 🔗

[PRODUCT FOCUS] - With our marketplace LittleBig Connect, find the ideal expert for your strategic projects!   Did you know you could access a community of 500,000 experts (consultants, freelancers, etc.) in a wide variety of fields on our marketplace? No, you're not dreaming! 😉   Everyday, 25,000 professionals in Professional services use LittleBig Connect to step up their projects. Read some of their precious testimonials 👇   “We are delighted with the collaboration we were able to have with Pierre (Marketing expert) and with LittleBig Connection.” - Carole Lamberti, Head of Change Management at bioMérieux   “I was very satisfied by the quality of the CSR expert, the professionalism, and the ability to adapt to my needs” - Jean-Yves Bernard - Director Digital platforms and Mobile Applications at BDC   Want to find out more about our LittleBig Stories?  See you in comments!

[WEBINAR] - Bestshore: Optimizing Your Professional Services Procurement 🌏   Unlock the power of the Bestshore approach, a clever mix of nearshore and offshore sourcing strategies. Join us for an insightful online event on Thursday, June 20th, to discover the benefits of this innovative purchasing format through expert interventions and real client testimonials!   Discover our speakers:   🌍 Urbain Adrian, International Expansion Director (Asia), will share insights on international trends in professional services procurement, focusing on America and Asia.   🤝 Lena Radjibaly, Account Manager (Asia), will present on how Bestshore can optimize your professional services procurement.   📣 Catherine McPherson will share her experience on how Bestshore has helped her scale her projects.   🎤 Jules Maillard, International Expansion Director (America) will be hosting this event!   We look forward to your participation! Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your projects. 🚀

[LITTLEBIG STORY x Banque de Développement du Canada] - Empowering Digital Transformation 🚀 Since 2021, LittleBig Connection has supported BDC in their digital transformation journey.  They specifically needed support with qualifying requirements and sourcing 10 resources to integrate the team. Jean-Yves Bernard, Director Digital Platforms and Mobile Applications at BDC, shares: “LittleBig Connection took the time to understand our needs, our environment, our culture, and did an excellent job in expert screening.” Indeed, to meet BDC’s needs, we provided: ⏱️Expert selection within 5 days 📋Streamlined contractual support Additionally, BDC accessed our Connect for Good pool for CSR experts and manage to connect with freelancer Jean-Benoit (JB) Fournier on a strategic sustainable project. This LittleBig Story showcases our ability to provide fast, flexible, and high-quality expert sourcing, helping BDC achieve their digital transformation goals. 🤓Curious to know more? Discover the full LittleBig Story in the comments! 🔗

[INTERNATIONAL SOURCING] 69% of companies face a shortage of skills available in their local markets 🌍 To deal with this challenge, several companies are embracing the ultimate professional services procurement strategy: the bestshore.   To discover how the bestshore model perfectly adapts to business transformation and skill challenges: 1. 📃 Check out our latest blog article to know the basics of outsourcing and bestshore 2. 📆 Join our Global Connect event live on June 20th hosted by our international experts Urbain Adrian, Jules Maillard and Lena Radjibaly   👇Find the 2 links in comment 👇

[FORWARD 2024] - Retour en images sur le rendez-vous annuel incontournable des décideurs Achats de Prestations Intellectuelles !   Jeudi dernier se tenait l'édition 2024 de FORWARD 👇 Une demi-journée pour explorer les dernières innovations, tendances et bonnes pratiques du secteur avec plus de 100 décideurs de notre communauté de clients et partenaires.   Cette année, l'accent a été mis sur : 🤖 L'usage croissant de l'IA générative dans les organisations - Avec l'intervention exclusive d’Eneric Lopez, Directeur IA & Impact social de Microsoft 💻 La transformation digitale du secteur et les enjeux de performance qui en découlent - Une table ronde passionnante avec l'intervention d'acheteurs de grands groupes 🌍 Les nouvelles priorités stratégiques des Acheteurs de prestations intellectuelles : gain de temps, internationalisation du sourcing, diversification et réduction du panel de fournisseurs, généralisation du VMS... 🥂 Les échanges entre participants pour poursuivre les débats dans un cadre informel et convivial   Un grand merci à l'ensemble des intervenants pour ces échanges constructifs et conseils actionnables. 👏    Rendez-vous pour l'édition 2025 !