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Category Archives: Purchasing
‘More troops should have been used from start’ for Olympics security
Contracting the armed forces in the first instance could have avoided problems with the London 2012 security contract, an academic has said.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Home page picture story, News, Outsourcing, Public sector, Purchasing
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UK construction sector returns to growth
But the slight expansion does not signal an imminent rebound for the industry, with commercial activity supporting falls in residential and civil engineering.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing
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World Bank warns of food price volatility
The organisation has said adverse weather conditions affecting harvests will lead to an unpredictable market and rising prices.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing
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Invest in IT systems that offer greater detail
Buyers should be able to gather data to allow for greater analysis of procurement spend, rather than relying on ERP systems or stakeholder requirements.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Outsourcing, Purchasing
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Buyers receive career development support
More than three-quarters of buyers are happy with the support their bosses and organisations give them to further their career.
UK manufacturing production continues to contract
The latest Purchasing Managers’ Index for the sector is now at its lowest level since May 2009.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, PMI reports, Purchasing, Resources
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EC action plan to boost security market
The European Commission has proposed measures to develop the highly fragmented market for security technology and services, through greater standardisation.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity
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Early planning and engagement key to Olympic sustainable procurement
Strong leadership and management also emerged as critical factors in a ‘lessons learned’ report on the construction of venues for the 2012 Games.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Sustainability
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Defence outsourcing plan is ‘inherently weak’
Industry experts have criticised the government’s preferred solution, saying it will be undermined by its weakness in negotiation.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Sun, sausages and the CIPS Supply Management Awards
Those shortlisted for this year’s Awards gathered in London last night to soak up the sun and eye up the competition at the annual shortlist barbecue and party.
Posted in 2009, cat-news, News, Purchasing
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