Category Archives: Supply chain

Network Rail to boost procurement efficiency

The rail operator plans to reduce the cost of its procurement operations by 2019, under the organisation’s business plan published today.

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Countries must share data to build disaster resilience

The World Economic Forum has called for each nation to create a country risk officer position, to share information and tackle supply chain disruption.

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Better stakeholder relations tops procurement priority for 2013

Nearly half of buyers have cited improved engagement with stakeholders as their key aim for the year ahead in an SM poll.

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CFOs on the defensive despite increased optimism

A report has found finance directors are focusing on strategies such as cost reduction, even though they feel more positive about the prospects for the year ahead.

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WSH appoints Andy Milner as procurement director

The former Pizza Express supply chain chief will be responsible for managing the catering and restaurant business’ multimillion-pound purchasing spend.

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Waitrose promises support for weather-affected suppliers

The supermarket has relaxed its specifications for fruit and vegetables to help farmers whose harvests were damaged by heavy rain in 2012.

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Enterprise minister calls for 25-year supply chain plan

South African minister Malusi Gigaba says that responsibility needs to be passed down the supply chain to improve the capability of domestic vendors.

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Bournemouth hotel takes control from ‘dictating’ suppliers

The Queens Hotel and Spa has signed a contract with Pelican Buying Company to save between 8 to 10 per cent on its food costs.

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Businesses ‘too scared’ to make the wrong hire in procurement

Worries over appointing the wrong person are holding back permanent appointments in the job market, but CPOs are urged to take “calculated risks” to support their company.

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Medium-sized companies ignorant of Bribery Act

“It’s a concern that so many firms still don’t know what it is and what it means for them,” said John Smart, partner at Ernst & Young.

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