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Category Archives: Supply chain
Congressman calls for change to nickels and pennies
US legislation aims to mint nickels and pennies in steel – so they cost less to produce than their monetary value.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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MPs demand NAO investigation into Thameslink train contract
The Transport Committee has demanded the spending watchdog examine whether the decision to award a train manufacturing contract to Siemens was correct.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Skan Group’s CPO to cut suppliers and hire more buyers
New group purchasing manager promises sweeping changes for Oldbury UK and Boughton Engineering.
Posted in 2011, Careers, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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SuperGroup suffers from rising cotton prices
A report showed there had been a reduction in operating margin of up to 2 per cent for the year, driven by cotton price increases.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, Ed's choice risk & continuity, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Carpetright profit drop prompts supplier squeeze
The carpet retailer is in talks with suppliers to lower prices after profits hit the floor.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Call for cops to increase policing of procurement
Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary wants police authorities and watchdogs to take a proactive approach to overseeing purchasing activity.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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US firms place no limit on maximum value of gifts
Just 38 per cent of US firms specify a dollar limit on gifts or entertainment staff are allowed to accept.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, Ed's choice international, International, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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Surrey slashes £27 million with cost-cutting deals
Partnership approach with suppliers puts local authority on course to hit £30 million savings target.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, SRM, Supply chain
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Supply chains left exposed to risk
Forecasts find attempts to cut costs and become leaner will leave firms vulnerable to threats.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, International, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, Supply chain
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CBI sets out public procurement reform proposals
Business group outlines seven steps for government to “get procurement right”.
Posted in 2011, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, SRM, Supply chain
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