Finance, News, Procurement
4 ways filmmakers cut costs to stay on budget
Procurement is all about buying goods/services in a deal that works best for the business. When purchasing goods, numerous criteria are key to securing the...
Business, Procurement
3 things procurement people hate hearing
Procurement is usually made out to be the ‘bad guy’ of businesses all over the world. Frequently, it’s derided as the spend police, the nefarious...
Business, Industry Sectors, Procurement
How procurement plays its part in music festivals
Running your own music festival may seem simple and an easy way of making a profit; all you need is good music and beer, right?...
Leadership in business, News, Procurement
Research shows that 62% of people don’t know anything about the Modern Slavery Act
In our latest survey into modern slavery, we identified that 62% of people don’t know anything about the Modern Slavery Act 2015. Also, only 20%...
Procurement, Research & findings
Calculating eProcurement return on investment
At its simplest level eProcurement describes the business-to-business purchase and sale of supplies and services over the Internet. From access to online product and catalogue...
Procurement, Research & findings
Why does integration matter to procurement?
It’s no longer just about software and technology; the word ‘integration’ is increasingly becoming recognised in terms of business processes and facilitating departmental collaboration and...
News, Procurement
Making the case for off-the-shelf procurement software
In any organisation with a sizeable IT function, making a case for software investment to help transform procurement and finance processes inevitably needs to address...
Business, Leadership in business, News, Procurement, Research & findings
What does the future of procurement look like?
Think back a decade ago and most procurement professionals will agree that the landscape has changed a great deal. Procurement has transformed from a buying...
Procurement, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management
How to vet your suppliers
Suppliers are a key part of your supply chain. A steady flow of goods passing through your business ensures that your organisation can continue to...
Procurement
Complete our survey for the chance to win a £50 Amazon voucher
We’re seeking your views on modern slavery. We’d like to know if you know what it is, how it impacts your day-to-day and whether you...
News, Procurement, Supply Chain Management
Our Top 5 Extreme Supply Chain Routes
Supply chains are a crucial part of our society, ensuring a commodity is produced and then delivered to a consumer. However, the logistics behind moving...
Business, Procurement
How Did Pepsi Come To Own The 6th Largest Navy In The World? – A Cautionary Procurement Tale
In our latest series, we explore numerous geopolitical and political issues that lead to supply chain issues for brands all the world. In this piece,...
