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Category Archives: 2012
CPOs exceed savings in face of economic instability
Taking advantage of the weak and volatile economy, CPOs are using greater competition between vendors to deliver cost savings.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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New CPO at Global Fund aims for ‘top notch’ purchasing
The CEO of the public-private partnership hailed the appointment of Christopher Game as chief procurement officer, promising a “quantum leap forward” in efficiency and safety of operations.
Posted in 2012, Careers, cat-news, News, Purchasing
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Luton scoops collaborative procurement award
A joint project between public sector organisations in Bedfordshire was among the winning entries at this year’s Society of Procurement Officers in Local Government awards.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Fears grow over resource scarcity
The ability to secure resources is the fourth biggest problem facing the global economy, a report by the World Economic Forum has found.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing
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Pro5 backs National Procurement Strategy
Category management will improve “fragmented” public sector procurement, despite its implementation currently causing controversy in local government.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Supply chains gear up for growth
Companies are preparing their supply chains for an upturn in demand, but are still mindful of current economic volatility, according to KPMG.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Supply chain
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Procurement hub locations should combine benefits
Companies often concentrate a single factor, such as tax efficiency, when relocating procurement operations, without considering potential operational benefits.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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MP calls for social value to be part of public contracts
A complete redesign of the way public bodies procure is needed, according to Chris White.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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UK firms lose one billion hours a year chasing suppliers
Customer service is becoming a more important factor in IT procurement decisions as UK companies experience poor performance from suppliers.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Outsourcing, Public sector
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Public procurement reform is too slow, industry warns
A survey by the CBI has found suppliers believe the UK government’s plans to reform public purchasing are strong, but need to be backed up by more action.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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