UN International Telecommunications and Information Society Day – Applauding the Power of Global Connectivity

May 17 marks the United Nations’ International Telecommunications and Information Society Day, honoring the 160th anniversary of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Since 1865, the ITU has brought together governments, private‑sector innovators, and academia to drive cooperation in advancing global communications. From the early telegraph to today’s breakthroughs in AI and quantum technology, its mission has remained the same: to ensure that digital progress is inclusive, accessible, and equitable. 

Originally recognized by the United Nations in 1969 as International Telecommunications Day, the celebration was expanded in 2006 to reflect the Internet’s transformative role in shaping a connected and information‑driven society. 

At Trust Your Supplier (TYS), we share in this commitment to global connectivity. Our platform helps build a trusted, digital network of suppliers, empowering companies to streamline onboarding, unify data, automate compliance, and gain AI‑powered risk insights—all within a secure, interoperable system. This technology not only simplifies supplier management, it levels the playing field for organizations and suppliers across borders, supporting transparency, collaboration, and resilience in the global supply chain. 

Celebrating Award‑Winning Innovation with BT Sourced

In 2024, our collaboration with BT Sourced was honored with SIG’s Future of Sourcing Award for Innovation in Supplier Performance. Together, we: 

  • Delivered a 55% reduction in supplier onboarding time 
  • Cut the volume of supplier questionnaires by 65% 
  • Achieved an 85% supplier adoption rate 

These results reflect how our joint solution harnessed immutable, audit‑ready records and smart‑contract automation to drive real‑time transparency and efficiency across BT Sourced’s 2,500+ key suppliers . 

Read the full case study to see how this partnership is reshaping telecom supplier management. 

As we recognize the power of technology to bridge gaps and drive equity, we invite your organization to reflect: Are you using digital innovation to unlock the full potential of your supplier ecosystem? 

For more information, visit the UN’s International Telecommunications and Information Society Day site. 

Celebrating Innovation: Shyam Adivi Named NC Tech NEXT TECH Award Winner

On April 16, NC TECH—the leading voice for North Carolina’s technology industry—announced the 2025 NEXT TECH Award winners, honoring exceptional contributors who drive growth in the state’s tech and tech-enabled companies. We are proud to share that Trust Your Supplier’s Director of Product Strategy, Shyam Adivi, has been recognized in the Tech + Innovation category. 

Shyam’s journey has roots in a strong technical foundation, having developed SaaS solutions utilizing advanced technologies like blockchain across India, the UK, and the US. This diverse experience made him an ideal fit for Trust Your Supplier. In TYS’s early days, Shyam wore multiple hats—developer, tester, and deployment lead—working closely with early adopters to refine our Supplier Management Platform. He fondly recalls meeting with customers in the afternoon to gather feedback, implementing enhancements for their review by the next day, showcasing his commitment to continuous improvement. 

As he’s progressed to leading our Product Strategy, Shyam combines his technical expertise with a deep understanding of business challenges faced by procurement teams globally. His natural curiosity drives him to experiment, measure, and innovate, ensuring TYS remains at the forefront of supplier management solutions. 

Beyond his strategic role, Shyam is a dedicated mentor to our technical staff. He encourages team members to look beyond coding, fostering an understanding of the business issues their work addresses. This approach not only enhances the team’s problem-solving capabilities but also keeps TYS aligned with the evolving needs in the dynamic landscape of supplier management. 

Outside of work, Shyam enjoys gardening and following cricket.  His family, with 2 young children, keeps him busy and balances his professional commitments with a rich personal life. 

Shyam’s recognition with the NC TECH NEXT TECH Award is a testament to his dedication and the innovative spirit he brings to our organization. We congratulate Shyam on this well-deserved honor and look forward to his continued contributions to our success. 

The 2025 Class of Winners will be celebrated during a reception on May 14 at the Durham Convention Center and profiled in the June issue of Business North Carolina.

View NC Tech NEXT TECH Rising Star Profiles

Trust Your Supplier Wins the 2025 Pure Procurement ProcureTech Cup!

From Underdog to Champion

When the 2025 ProcureTech Cup launched, we never imagined the incredible journey ahead. What began as a friendly bracket-style competition quickly evolved into something more—a groundswell of support, shared purpose, and the collective energy of a community that believes in the future of procurement.

And now, we’re proud to say: Trust Your Supplier has been crowned the 2025 ProcureTech Cup Champion!

A Community-Powered Victory

Community votes drove each round, and we were blown away by the outpouring of support from across the industry. Our customers, partners, advocates, and peers came together, rallying behind ideas that matter: transparency, integrity, and innovation in procurement. Thank you to everyone who took the time to comment, share, and cheer us on.

The Spark of Curiosity

The tournament sparked curiosity about Trust Your Supplier—what we do, how we’re different, and why so many rallied behind us. We’re excited for the opportunity to open that conversation and showcase the platform that’s transforming supplier and risk management.

Trust Your Supplier is built to help procurement teams move faster, stay compliant, and make smarter decisions with tools that are intuitive and purpose-built for today’s challenges. From integrating trusted data to enabling cross-functional collaboration, we’re helping procurement leaders thrive in a complex landscape.

Join Us for a Live Demo

Join us for a LinkedIn Live event, where we will give a walk-through of our platform, share how we integrate trusted risk intelligence, and showcase the purpose-built tools that support supplier management and compliance from day one. See what makes Trust Your Supplier the choice for modern procurement leaders.

📅 April 17, 2025; 2 pm EST

TYS & BT Sourced Winners of a SIG Future of Sourcing Award!

We are beyond excited to announce that Trust Your Supplier (TYS) and BT Sourced have WON the Innovation in Supplier Performance Award at the 2024 SIG Future of Sourcing Awards! 🏆

This incredible achievement is a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and a shared vision for transforming procurement. Together with BT Sourced, we’ve driven impactful improvements in supply chain transparency, efficiency, and performance.

A huge thank you to our amazing TYS team, the BT Sourced team, and SIG|ORG. This is just the beginning as we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in supplier management!

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Trust Your Supplier Recognized in Fall 2024 Spend Matters SolutionMap

We are excited to announce that Trust Your Supplier (TYS) has been recognized in the Fall 2024 Spend Matters SolutionMap, which evaluates leading procurement technology solutions. This recognition places TYS among the key providers in three essential areas of supplier management and risk visibility:

1. Supplier Management (SXM)

TYS has been acknowledged for its ability to streamline supplier information management, performance, and compliance. Our platform integrates with a variety of procurement tech stack solutions, allowing organizations to access up-to-date, verified supplier data for more efficient collaboration and decision-making. TYS enables businesses to centralize supplier management, ensuring seamless operations across different procurement systems.

2. Supplier Management (Risk Enhanced)

In this category, TYS stands out by integrating risk data from leading third-party providers. TYS enables organizations to view and monitor comprehensive risk insights within supplier profiles, including environmental, financial, and geopolitical risks. By automating alerts and approvals based on this data, TYS helps businesses stay proactive in managing supplier risks, ensuring they can act quickly to address emerging threats.

3. Risk Management (TPRM/SCRM)

TYS’s recognition in the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) category highlights our ability to provide visibility into third-party risks across the entire supplier network. Through integrations with trusted risk intelligence providers, TYS allows businesses to monitor risks at multiple levels of their supply chain. Automation within TYS helps trigger appropriate actions and approvals, ensuring companies can respond efficiently to risk alerts.

Why This Recognition Matters

The Spend Matters SolutionMap is known for its rigorous, data-driven evaluation process, including over 500 RFI requirements and impartial customer feedback. Being recognized across these categories validates TYS’s role as a trusted solution provider, empowering organizations with tools to manage suppliers and gain visibility into potential risks.

How TYS Can Help Your Business

In today’s evolving supply chain landscape, having real-time visibility into supplier performance and potential risks is crucial. TYS provides the integration and automation capabilities that help businesses streamline supplier management and ensure timely responses to risks—all while enhancing compliance. Our platform integrates seamlessly with procurement tech stacks, offering flexibility and efficiency. This recognition from Spend Matters reinforces the value TYS brings to supply chain resilience and management.


Looking Ahead

As we continue to innovate, TYS remains committed to delivering enhanced supplier management and risk visibility solutions. Our inclusion in the Fall 2024 Spend Matters SolutionMap underscores our focus on helping businesses thrive in an increasingly complex environment.

Interested in learning more? Get in touch to explore how TYS can help your organization manage supplier relationships and stay ahead of potential risks.

TYS & BT Sourced Finalists for the SIG Future of Sourcing Award!

We are thrilled to announce that Trust Your Supplier (TYS) has been shortlisted for the Innovations in Supplier Performance Award at the upcoming SIG|ORG Future of Sourcing Awards! This recognition is a testament to our commitment to bringing procurement into a new era, made possible by our strong partnership with the team BT Sourced.

Together, we’ve been able to drive impactful improvements in supply chain transparency, efficiency, and performance. We are honored to have been shortlisted and look forward to continuing our journey of innovation and collaboration. Thank you to everyone involved in making this achievement possible!

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