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Category Archives: Supply chain
Unilever explains commodity risk approach
“Anything that has a volatile pricing component in it can be classed as a commodity,” said Mark Taylor, vice-president of procurement and commodities at the food manufacturer.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Ed's choice risk & continuity, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Nearly three-quarters of CFOs believe procurement is more strategic
Increased supplier collaboration and improved negotiation of discounts and rebates from vendors has boosted the reputation of the function among senior finance executives.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Chrysler CPO steps down from post
Dan Knott, who led the automotive manufacturer’s efforts to boost supplier relationships, has retired from the company for medical reasons.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Logistics providers must be ‘agile’ to boost buyers
FedEx UK CEO has told SM suppliers need to support new procurement strategies that tackle challenges such as the rise of emerging nations.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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EU businesses to pay an extra €4.6 billion for energy
Predicted rises in energy prices across Europe will leave companies with bigger bills this year, research finds.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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CIPS Africa launches to support region’s members
The new office will bring together operations in east, west and southern Africa in a move encompassing 16,000 members.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Advertisers and agencies split on media buying transparency
Just 64 per cent of advertising agencies believe procurement can improve openness in media trading.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Logistics firms ready for Olympics’ impact
Research finds 90 per cent have assessed the implications of the games and 82 per cent predict a rise in demand for services.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Logistics firms ready for Olympics’ impact
Research finds 90 per cent have assessed the implications of the games and 82 per cent predict a rise in demand for services.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Home page top story, News, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Balfour Beatty boosts responsible buying with e-learning tool
The construction firm is introducing a course for staff to achieve sustainable procurement by 2015.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Supply chain, Sustainability
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