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Managing Token-Based AI Spend

Learn how to manage AI token spend with better visibility, governance, consumption controls, contracting strategies, and procurement best practices.

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2026 AI Software Spending Report

Explore the latest AI spending data, including AI software budgets, adoption, spend per employee, and how AI spend is shifting across company sizes.

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Savings Toolkit for Enterprise

A toolkit for procurement teams navigating the new rules of software pricing in the AI era.

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Savings Toolkit for Mid-Market

A toolkit for procurement teams that suspect their software spend is quietly getting out of hand — and want to prove it.

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Savings Toolkit for SMB's

A practical kit for finance pros who are too busy to chase contracts — but can't afford not to.

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2026 Software Spending Trends Report

We've analyzed $18B in software spend to reveal the AI spending surge, hidden cost traps, and exactly which suppliers your negotiation leverage lives

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5 ChatGPT Prompts to Accelerate 2026 Financial Planning

Copy, paste, and customize these ChatGPT financial planning prompts to generate insight and recommendations faster.

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Here's How to Use AI to Manage Your Software Renewals

Learn how other teams are doing it across their procurement process - from sample scenario prompts to ROI measurement metrics and more.

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See what software companies actually bought in H1 2025

We’ve analyzed $14B in spend data revealing adoption trends, fastest-growing tools, and why some legacy platforms are losing their grip.

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12 Essential Procurement KPIs for Tech Teams

Track these 12 procurement KPIs to align with stakeholders, drive cost savings, inform strategy, and build internal trust.

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How To Survive Budget Season When AI Costs Won't Sit Still: 10 Tips From A CFO

Follow Tropic CFO Russell Lester's 10-step guide to navigating budget season and strategic planning when AI costs flip the table.

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AI in Finance & Procurement: The 2025 Reality Check

Most teams are still early in their AI journey, but the pace is picking up fast. Get the data behind how leaders are preparing for what’s next.

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12 Procurement Prompts for ChatGPT

Copy, paste, and customize these powerful ChatGPT procurement prompts to generate insight and recommendations faster—no back-and-forth AI prompt engineering needed.

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100 Day Procurement Plan (For Finance Leaders)

VP of Procurement Michael Shields outlines a 4-step roadmap for finance leaders wearing the procurement hat so they can achieve immediate savings and build a solid process.

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100 Day Procurement Plan (For Procurement Leaders)

VP of Procurement Michael Shields details a 4-step checklist for new procurement leaders to scale the function with trust and gain quick wins in 100 days.

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The Hidden Cost of Procurement Neglect

Ignoring procurement isn't just inefficient—it's expensive. Companies leak millions through maverick spending, software waste, and compliance gaps. Learn the true cost of inaction and how modern tools deliver immediate ROI.

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AI in Procurement: Why Spend Management Can’t Wait

Discover why AI-driven procurement is no longer optional. This IDC report, sponsored by Tropic, explains why AI-powered procurement is a smart investment.

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2025 Software Buying Trends for Effective Spend Management

Tap into the power of data-driven decision-making with insights from our $11B software spend analysis.

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Tropic Ranks No. 1 in SaaS Spend Management by G2

See why Tropic was ranked as the Market Leader in SaaS Spend Management for Mid-Market Orgs, based on G2 criteria and customer reviews.

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Why 84% of Finance Leaders Are Turning to Modern Spend Management

Discover how finance and procurement leaders use spend management to cut inefficiencies, reduce costs, and drive growth. Download our report now.

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5 Time-Saving Tips to Simplify the Procurement Process

In this eBook, learn five ways to reduce your time spent on administrative procurement tasks so you can get back to focusing on strategic priorities.

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The SaaS Negotiation Toolkit

Arm your team with the negotiation strategies, game plan, and cheatsheets to save money and master negotiations with software suppliers.

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The Q1 2024 SaaS Category Benchmarks Report

Rooted in 100% unbiased data and over $6B worth of managed spend, this report double clicks into the 4 categories that make up half of the average company's SaaS spend: IT Infrastructure, Security, Ops, and Sales. Assess benchmarks, trends, and expert insight within your tech stack for every growth stage.

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Q1 2024 Finance SaaS Benchmarks Report

Building the right finance tech stack and maximizing every dollar spent is crucial, particularly as you think about scaling headcount and revenue efficiently. This report reveals how CFOs are structuring their tech stacks and how company size impacts their buying decisions.

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The 2023 SaaS Benchmarks Report

Discover the current state of SaaS buying for every growth stage, assess your current strategy, and confidently prepare for the future.

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