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Category Archives: Risk & continuity
Rolls-Royce passes corruption concerns on to SFO
“I want to make it crystal clear that neither I nor the board will tolerate improper business conduct of any sort,” said CEO John Rishton.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Fraud down across Africa
The number of incidents and money lost through fraud and corruption in Africa dropped over the second half of 2012; but the damage inflicted on governments has increased, according to the African Fraud Barometer.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Southern Africa
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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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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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Take advantage of low steel prices, buyers urged
Lower growth in China has led to a surplus of the metal, driving prices down and making it a good time to secure contracts.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity
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Sustainable sourcing vital to attract consumers
Unilever CEO Paul Polman told the CBI Annual Conference that customers would support those companies that make a positive contribution to society.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Commodity price rises will continue next year, say CPOs
The cost of agricultural commodities will increase throughout 2013 due to drought in the US and greater global demand, purchasing leaders believe.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, SRM
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Honey production hurt by harsh conditions
Bad weather saps queens bees’ ability to produce sufficient brood to support colonies over the next year, which will reduce UK supply, said the British Beekeepers Association (BBKA).
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Home page picture story, News, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Staff take firms for a ride with blank taxi receipts
Those in the north east and north west of England are most likely to falsify these travel expense claims, while East Midlands workers are least likely.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Travel
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