Is this a book worth writing?

OK, LinkedIn community. Having written and published two books already, I know just how much work, effort, and pain it entails. I said I would NEVER write another, but a subject is burning away inside my head: "Entrepreneurial Procurement."

I have addressed this topic in a few of my recent posts, and they have been well-received and generated good engagement. But is this a subject worthy of a book? That's where I need your help. What do you think?

To help you decide I have shared in this article part of the process I use when I write books.

I map them out, chapter by chapter.

Please read through and comment.

This isn't about money for sales but value for the procurement industry. Books like this are never best sellers; nobody is going to want the film rights, and I will never have to think " who would play me" in the film. But will it add value to the current and future procurement professionals who may read it?

Book Structure: Unlocking Agility and Innovation: A Guide to Entrepreneurial Procurement

Target Audience: Procurement leaders, practitioners, and their teams.

Overall Tone: Engaging, informative, and action-oriented, balancing theory and practical guidance.

Structure:

Part 1: The Paradigm Shift: Embracing an Entrepreneurial Mindset

• Chapter 1: The Evolving Landscape of Procurement:?This chapter discusses the changing business environment, highlighting the growing need for agility, innovation, and value creation. It explores how traditional procurement practices can hinder these goals and introduces the concept of entrepreneurial procurement as a solution.
• Chapter 2: Decoding Entrepreneurial Procurement:?This chapter defines entrepreneurial procurement, outlining its key characteristics and the benefits it can bring to organisations. It also delves into the specific mindset and skills required for procurement professionals to embrace this approach.
• Chapter 3: Overcoming Hurdles: Addressing Challenges and Building Buy-in:?This chapter will explore the potential challenges of implementing an entrepreneurial procurement approach, such as resistance to change, risk aversion, and lack of leadership buy-in. It will offer practical strategies to overcome these challenges and build support from key stakeholders.

Part 2: Putting Theory into Practice: Transforming Your Procurement Function

• Chapter 4: Cultivating a Culture of Innovation:?This chapter will delve into strategies for fostering a culture of innovation within the procurement function. It will cover topics like encouraging collaboration, celebrating risk-taking, and rewarding initiative.
• Chapter 5: Streamlining Processes for Efficiency and Agility:?This chapter will explore ways to streamline procurement processes, leveraging technology and automation to free up team members for more strategic tasks. It will also discuss strategies for simplifying workflows and reducing bureaucracy.
• Chapter 6: Building Strategic Supplier Partnerships:?This chapter will provide guidance on building and nurturing strategic partnerships with suppliers. It will cover topics like identifying key suppliers, establishing collaborative frameworks, and co-creating value through joint innovation initiatives.

Part 3: Tools and Resources for Success

• Chapter 7: Leveraging Technology for Transformation:?This chapter explores the role of technology in supporting entrepreneurial procurement and showcases different tools and resources available, such as data analytics platforms, collaboration software, and risk management solutions.
• Chapter 8: Developing Your Entrepreneurial Skillset:?This chapter provides guidance on how procurement professionals can develop the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. It will cover negotiation, communication, risk management, and data analysis.
• Chapter 9: Measuring Success and Demonstrating Value:?This chapter discusses how to measure the impact of an entrepreneurial procurement approach. It offers guidance on identifying key metrics, tracking progress, and demonstrating the value proposition to leadership.

Part 4: The Future of Procurement: Staying Ahead of the Curve

• Chapter 10: Emerging Trends and Disruptions:?This chapter will explore emerging trends and disruptions impacting the procurement landscape. It will discuss topics like artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and the evolving nature of global supply chains.
• Chapter 11: Continuous Learning and Development:?This chapter emphasises the importance of continuous learning and development for procurement professionals and offers resources and strategies for staying current with the latest trends and best practices.
• Chapter 12: Conclusion: The Road to a More Agile and Innovative Future:?This chapter will summarise the key takeaways from the book and provide a call to action for procurement professionals to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset and lead the transformation of their procurement functions.

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