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Where Does the Money Go?

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"CFOs are getting smarter about this," says Aberdeen's Minahan. "As a result, the buying organization is taking a more holistic look at their supplier relationships." Gone are the days when buyers focused intently on reverse auctions to drive down the prices of goods. "Now," says Minihan, "CFOs are checking the P&Ls and asking, 'Where do those savings show up?'"

Connie Winkler writes about technology management from Seattle.

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