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Category Archives: Sustainability
Sustainable procurement saves millions at Diageo
David Gosnell’s global supply and procurement department helped the company make savings through environmental initiatives.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Sustainability
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App helps PepsiCo suppliers boost growth
The food giant’s smartphone application initiative allows farmers to increase yields and reduce water use by analysing crops.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Christchurch procurement policy to boost local economy
The council in the New Zealand city is to develop a purchasing strategy that supports local suppliers and will aid the city’s recovery from last year’s earthquake.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Sustainability
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Buyers should insist on ship-shape working conditions
Following the ratification of the Maritime Labour Convention, buyers could require shippers to meet minimum working standards.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Bullock appoints Andy Hazlehurst as procurement director
Hazlehurst has joined the construction firm to oversee the transformation of its supply chain.
Posted in 2012, Careers, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Sustainability
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Scottish government consults on procurement reforms
The devolved administration wants to hear from procurement professionals regarding its proposals to use public purchasing to boost jobs and the economy.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Sustainability
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Unilever links up with DHL in joint business development plan
As part of the consumer goods manufacturer’s sustainable living plan, it has signed an agreement with vendor DHL Supply Chain to drive efficiency and reduce waste.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Wind farm cables face global deficit
Demand for power lines delivering electricity generated by offshore wind farms will outstrip supply by 85 per cent, a study predicts.
Posted in cat-news, News, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Scientists team up to research food waste as an energy source
Citrus residue, cashew shells and coffee waste are among the by-products of the food supply chain that scientists are hoping to harness as alternative carbon source for bio-fuel.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Supply chain, Sustainability, Technology
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Green Party calls for stronger powers for supermarket watchdog
The political party’s policy committee says the grocery adjudicator must be given the ability to fine those that treat suppliers unfairly.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Supply chain, Sustainability
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