Sourced by Cofactr

Procurement has long been stuck in spreadsheets and manual approvals—but that’s changing fast. In this first episode of Sourced by Cofactr, host Ed Dodd, VP of Business Development at Cofactr, draws on 20 years in high-compliance electronics to explore how modern procurement software is transforming operations.
 
From Source-to-Pay and Procure-to-Pay systems to full ERP integrations, Ed unpacks how technology is shifting procurement from a cost center to a strategic driver. You’ll hear real-world examples from startups to global enterprises, uncover the warning signs that it’s time to upgrade your tools, and learn why adoption, integration, and clean data are key to unlocking the full potential of procurement technology.
 
Whether you’re running a small team or leading a global supply chain, this episode shows how procurement software can boost efficiency, cut costs, and give your company a competitive edge.

What is Sourced by Cofactr?

Sourced by Cofactr is hosted by Ed Dodd. From Navy destroyer ships to Fortune 500 supply chains, Ed brings 30+ years of experience understanding why things break - and how to prevent it. He helps hardware teams bridge the gap between “how it’s always been done” and “how it needs to be done,” without breaking the bank or losing compliance.

Cofactr (YC W22) is building the future of hardware operations. Each episode cuts through the noise to show how modern teams streamline procurement, source with confidence, and build resilient supply chains that scale.

When Ed’s not untangling supply chain puzzles, he’s running D&D campaigns for his five kids - because whether it’s hardware or heroes, good systems are all about planning ahead and adapting when things don’t go as expected.
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