Procurement GPS

In light of the current economic climate, procurement performance measurement has become a highly topical area and in many organisations a potential bone of contention. » more

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The Euro-zone is in crisis: there are reports of bad loans to China and commodity prices still soaring. In a climate of unremitting unease, it is hard not to cut back on purchasing. However, to do so may exacerbate the problem. » more

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The PIU is about to launch a paper on the use of demand management during an economic downturn. The process of writing generated a number of interesting questions over its meaning and practical uses. » more

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There are many articles out there bemoaning procurement’s relegation to the back-office. But few have evidence. » more

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Currently at the PLN Forum in Vienna, innovation is the talk of the town. » more

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Does supplier collaboration exist only when the times are good? » more

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When it comes to business, people tend to make up around 5% of the problems, but 95% of the solution to those problems. » more

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When we think about the role of procurement as coordinating internal requirements with often complex external supply networks, the need for good quality and timely information is obvious. » more

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