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Alter Everything
180: Using Alteryx for Supply Chain Optimization
Mar 12, 2025
Nicola Woodhouse, a data administrator at NHS Supply Chain and Alteryx Ace, shares her inspiring journey in data management. She dives into how her team leverages Alteryx to automate procurement processes, enhancing efficiency and decision-making during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nicola discusses the complexities of integrating various data sources, overcoming legacy system hurdles, and tips for building internal Alteryx user groups. Listeners will find valuable insights on creating communities that foster collaboration and drive innovation in data analytics.
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- Alteryx automation has significantly improved procurement processes at NHS Supply Chain, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual data input for category managers.
- The establishment of an internal Alteryx user group promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing among users, fostering a culture of learning and problem-solving.
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Automating Procurement Processes
Automation plays a crucial role in streamlining procurement processes within the NHS Supply Chain. The team utilizes Alteryx to enhance data manipulation, standardization, and analysis, significantly easing the workflow for category managers in diagnostics. By implementing self-service data facilities, they reduce manual input and improve efficiency, allowing them to focus on more strategic tasks. This shift to automation not only optimizes daily operations but also democratizes data access across the organization.
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