Challenges Abound in Business Today

Buyers face imperatives to:	While Suppliers must:
Ketera helps companies of all sizes find better ways to control and manage their spend through a broad range of solutions based on the Ketera Network community.	As budgets shrink in today's economy, sales and marketing teams need efficient new ways reach thousands of potential customers and manage the overall engagement process.
To identify specific cost reduction and supplier risk management opportunities, you need to gain clear and detailed visibility into what is spent, on which products, and with which suppliers.	Nothing provides a more actionable path to sales than an up-to-date catalog. Let Ketera conquer the maintenance headaches and help you put your best foot forward.
To improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks in purchasing indirect goods and services, many companies turn to Ketera for help in streamlining and automating their procurement process.	Getting paid for your goods and services is a critical part of the business cycle, but it can't take all your resources. Ketera offers online efficiencies that streamline invoicing and cash management.
Ketera can help you overcome the issue that derails more eProcurement initiatives than any other: an inability to bring a majority of suppliers online.	Every company needs to understand trends and benchmark their your business against the competition. The Ketera Network offers up to date analysis based on trillions of dollars in spend.

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“ We selected the Ketera eRFX tool because it is quick to implement, cost effective and drives efficiencies into the sourcing process. Its portal design streamlines the communication, document traffic and analysis associated with conducting our RFPs. The entire Ketera package has allowed us to run more events with fewer resources, leading to increased procurement efficiencies. ” Michael Feeney Vice President, Corporate Procurement for U.S. Bank

“ We recognized an opportunity to enhance our purchasing process with state–of–the–art technology – without the up–front investment and ongoing resource commitment associated with the implementation of enterprise software. ” Mitch Plaat VP Contract Services for Con-way

“ Ketera′s on demand solution is ahead of the competition – we will be able to implement the solution in weeks and we never have to worry about taking the system down to install upgrades or make changes. ” Steve Kenny Vice President Risk Management and General Services for Columbia Credit Union

“ From the beginning, Ketera explained everything to us, both from the technical and sales side. They′ve accommodated our needs and have been very helpful and responsive. ” Michael Kapeles Senior Supply Manager for Cabot Microelectronics

“ Not only does Ketera provide innovative solutions for spend management, they also offer high quality professional services that let you get the most from their solutions. Working with Ketera is like a breath of fresh air. ” Nick Walker Procurement Manager for BTP

“ Ketera's new solution is really an amazing innovation that will revolutionize the purchasing industry. ” Dian Trosclair VP of Supply Chain Management for ServiceMaster

“ Using Ketera, we've lowered our costs and improved our compliance with negotiated corporate contracts. By buying on contract, we typically see a ten percent reduction in cost. ” Jim Cebula Director of Global Purchasing for Kennametal