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Monthly Archives: May 2012
Policies to exclude non-sustainable suppliers needed
Research by Accenture shows that only 15 per cent of vice-presidents say their purchasing policies accept sustainable suppliers only.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain, Sustainability
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CIPS and ITM announce partnership
The reciprocal agreement will mean members will be offered discounted membership of the other organisation.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Travel
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HP to optimize supply chain in cost saving drive
The technology company will combine spend across business groups in addition to a plan to save up to $3.5 billion (£2.2 billion) through restructuring.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Home page picture story, News, Purchasing, Supply chain, Technology
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Supply chain counterfeiting a growing threat to product integrity
12 million parts have been involved in incidents of counterfeiting between the beginning of 2007 and April 2012 according to industry analysts IHS.
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IBM beefs up mobile and social media marketing technologies
IBM has unveiled a package of software and services designed to help chief marketing officers (CMO) deliver personalised communications on mobile devices and social media channels.
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Consultants warn sustainability efforts can weaken margins
The vast majority of businesses say that sustainability is vital to their future growth, but almost half say that margins are currently lower on sustainable products and services, according to new research.
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RIBA publishes public procurement recommendations
The architect’s professional body believes reform of bureaucratic purchasing processes can stimulate economic growth.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Government calls for joint energy purchasing
The Department of Energy and Climate Change has published guidance for organisations looking to establish energy buying ‘collectives’.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Greater collaboration needed in beef supply chain
Buyers, processors and farmers will need to work together on sustainability issues, according to the industry body.
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KFC denies Greenpeace sourcing allegations
The fast-food chain says all its packaging comes from recycled or sustainable sources, as it denies claims from the environmental group.
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