Sustainability in supply chains is often associated with renewable energy, sustainable materials and responsible sourcing. But another important factor starts much earlier in the process: demand forecasting. Accurate demand forecasting helps organisations align purchasing, production, inventory and logistics with what [Read More]
As buyers, we often expect a lot from our suppliers, but do we take the time to consider what they need from us to perform at the standard we demand? Understanding the supplier’s perspective and effectively communicating expectations ensures we [Read More]
As procurement professionals, we play a key role in ensuring that specifications—whether provided by suppliers or created in-house—are both (1) fit for purpose and (2) aligned with strong ESG practices. In this blog, we explore ESG practices for procurement professionals, [Read More]
Sustainable procurement is the focus for many in the industry right now. It is becoming more apparent than ever that the way procurement processes are done needs to be evaluated not just based on price, but on other contextual factors. [Read More]
