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Category Archives: 2012
Buyers cautious of ‘hidden traps’ in UK Energy Bill
The government said it will protect some energy-intensive industries from additional costs but purchasers are concerned about the reform.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Sustainability
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WWF wrestles with illegal timber in supply chains
“A thriving legal timber market that helps protect the environment as well as resources is the best way to support those investing in sustainable commodities,” David Nussbaum, chief executive, WWF.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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WWF wrestles with illegal timber in supply chains
“A thriving legal timber market that helps protect the environment as well as resources is the best way to support those investing in sustainable commodities,” David Nussbaum, chief executive, WWF.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Home page picture story, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Business travellers turning to technology
Instant services specifically designed to manage travel needs such as mobile apps and review websites are becoming more popular among business travellers, according to a report.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Travel
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Western Link rail project will boost SME fortunes
The line running from South Africa to Swaziland will provide economic benefits to small businesses in both countries, according to the Transnet Freight Rail CEO.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Southern Africa, Supply chain
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BP suspended from winning US government contracts
The US Environmental Protection Agency has “temporarily” suspended the oil and gas firm and affiliate companies from winning new deals over a “lack of business integrity” related to the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity
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Siemens to save €3 billion with procurement overhaul
The changes will be led by CPO Barbara Kux, who will leave the company when her contract expires in December 2013.
Posted in 2012, Business change, cat-news, Ed's choice business change, News, Purchasing
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Wake up and smell the coffee, it might be extinct by 2080
Scientists have warned Arabica coffee plants may not exist by the end of the century, because climate change, pests and diseases.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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PFI hospital leaves NHS Trust in ‘critical financial position’
The National Audit Office has given strong criticism of the “poor financial management and procurement” in building Peterborough City Hospital, which proceeded despite warnings about its affordability.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Purchasers update Christmas gift policy to meet bribery law
An SM poll finds 53 per cent of buyers have updated their policy on receiving gifts from suppliers, following the introduction of the Bribery Act.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, SM 100
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