Achieving MCIPS is a major milestone for procurement professionals and a clear sign of commitment, capability and career progression. In this Q&A, Andrew shares his journey through CIPS Levels 4, 5 and 6 with Oxford College of Procurement and Supply, [Read More]
In procurement we are often working with current contracts and creating new ones. Sending a purchase order or a response to an RFQ can constitute a contract, as well as a verbal agreement, so it is important to understand the [Read More]
Many organisations plan their budgets on a fiscal year basis, making cost savings a top priority at the beginning of each year. While negotiation, rationalisation, standardisation and relationship-building all contribute to reducing expenses, one key strategy is often overlooked: Early [Read More]
Ethical procurement is becoming increasingly important in our ever more complex, interconnected, and global economy. In the past, the main focus for most companies was profit, but more and more companies now understand and value ethical procurement. In this post, [Read More]
Watch our latest Procurement on Demand webinar that discusses whether globalisation is coming to an end for procurement. With the current economic crisis that we are facing, is low-cost sourcing and global purchasing now coming to the end of their [Read More]
Watch our latest Procurement on Demand ‘Reasons to Implement Kaizen and Where to Start’ webinar which provides an insight into the role of Kaizen in procurement. What is Kaizen ‘Kaizen’ is a Japanese term meaning “change for the better”, a [Read More]
In today's business world, the ability to negotiate confidently is one of the most important skills a person can have. This is especially true for procurement professionals. With so many people competing for jobs and resources, it's up to you [Read More]
It's no secret that the world is increasingly focused on sustainability. Consumers want to know where the products they purchase come from and what they are made of, and companies want to be seen as leaders in environmental stewardship. Sustainable [Read More]
The tragedy of Grenfell Tower is a shocking reminder of the need for competent procurement both in the public and private sector. The procurement lessons from Grenfell Tower highlight critical areas where control over the procurement process is essential. Fingers [Read More]
In the modern age of procurement, the supply chain is becoming ever increasingly complex, with multiple suppliers being utilised by one organisation to produce their end products. With the increasing pressure on the supply chain to keep the cost for [Read More]
