Send us a text A chance encounter at a wedding with a sportswear buyer kicks off a fast, funny, and deeply practical tour of the football kit business. We break down the hidden economics behind those £70 shirts using Porter’s Five Forces, showing where brand power wins, where it leaks, and how clubs and manufacturers really negotiate. We start with the state of play: intense rivalry among Adidas, Nike, and Puma; contracts that churn every few years to refresh revenue; and why fans pay premiu...
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Send us a text A chance encounter at a wedding with a sportswear buyer kicks off a fast, funny, and deeply practical tour of the football kit business. We break down the hidden economics behind those £70 shirts using Porter’s Five Forces, showing where brand power wins, where it leaks, and how clubs and manufacturers really negotiate. We start with the state of play: intense rivalry among Adidas, Nike, and Puma; contracts that churn every few years to refresh revenue; and why fans pay premiu...
S2.E 18. Strategic Procurement in 2025's Tech-Driven World (Short Episode)
Let's Talk Procurement
9 minutes
7 months ago
S2.E 18. Strategic Procurement in 2025's Tech-Driven World (Short Episode)
Send us a text Today's discussion unveils the five procurement trends set to dominate in 2025, highlighting the critical role of technology, sustainability, and collaboration. We explore how these trends will reshape decision-making processes and supplier relationships in the procurement landscape. • Importance of AI and automation in enhancing procurement efficiency • Rising demand for sustainability and eco-friendly practices in procurement • Role of blockchain in improving tra...
Let's Talk Procurement
Send us a text A chance encounter at a wedding with a sportswear buyer kicks off a fast, funny, and deeply practical tour of the football kit business. We break down the hidden economics behind those £70 shirts using Porter’s Five Forces, showing where brand power wins, where it leaks, and how clubs and manufacturers really negotiate. We start with the state of play: intense rivalry among Adidas, Nike, and Puma; contracts that churn every few years to refresh revenue; and why fans pay premiu...
