Rosslyn Analytics has launched RAPid Supplier Performance Analytics, a new application for its could-based RAPid analytics platform.

APEX Analytix, a provider of software and services to safeguard disbursements and protect against identity fraud, has released a new version of its FirstStrike Supplier Portal.

Supplier Software Inc., a provider of procurement applications, has changed its name to Xeeva Inc.

Eastman Chemical wanted to shift its focus from commodity to specialty chemicals. But the change would necessitate a major transformation of the company's supply chain, and a whole new relationship with suppliers. Mike Berry, vice president of global procurement and chief procurement officer, tells how it was accomplished.

What's the definition of a high-performing supply chain today? Puneet Saxena, vice president of manufacturing solutions strategy with JDA Software, lays out the five core tenets of excellence.

Zycus, a vendor of software for procurement management, has added a number of features to its applications.

A new business network for procurement has been launched in Australia under the name Procurious.