ivalua

AUGUST 26, 2021

Majority of European suppliers not being asked to prove they protect against labour violations, while 76% of UK suppliers are unprepared for new changes to the Modern Slavery Act. Just half (50%) of European suppliers said they are frequently asked by their buyers to provide proof that they protect against unsafe working conditions.

Procurement Team 40

Procurement Team Supplier Supply Chain Buyers 40

Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Approach: The new director of the procurement agency led the development of a data-driven corruption risk monitoring system and worked with a reform team to strengthen the institutional capacity of government buyers, improve cross-agency coordination and increase collaboration with civil society. in 2020 to 59.7%

Corruption 78

Corruption Collaboration Data Public Procurement 78

ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2021

Responsible sourcing is the incorporation of ethical, sustainable and socially conscious principles into sourcing, procurement and overall supply chain management practices. This approach ensures that business between a buyer and its suppliers is conducted in a manner that does not negatively impact society or the environment. .

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Supplier Ethics Sustainability 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Pre-negotiated terms are provided that reduce the complexity for contracting authorities in procurement whilst allowing suppliers to capture opportunities more efficiently. Tracker Intelligence provides businesses with the tools to find the right public procurement frameworks , and the insight to help suppliers win these valuable contracts.

Framework Agreement 52

Framework Agreement Procurement Supplier Tender 52

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Just because the purchase order is placed with the supplier , our work as procurement professionals is not done. At this stage of the procurement cycle (stage 10), our work should be focusing on the management of the contract to ensure that the supplier is delivering as per our expectations. KPIs also motivate suppliers.

Import 59

Import Procurement Supplier Supply Chain 59

Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Having a solid understanding of public procurement principles enables procurement professionals and suppliers to confidently navigate public sector procurement. A transparent approach lowers procurement risk, prevents corruption, and fosters confidence between suppliers and public sector organisations.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Transparency Procurement Tender 52

Scottish Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

APUC (Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges) The Scottish University and College sectors are committed to carrying out all their operations in an environmentally, socially, ethically and economically responsible manner. Our message resounds with positivity and unwavering determination.

Supply Chain 70

Supply Chain Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability 70

The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement. Relationships will benefit when buyers promptly respond to SMEs’ queries and consider them as a valuable and positive part of the job.

Participation 52

Participation Procurement Strategies Procurement Buyers 52

ivalua

MARCH 3, 2020

Often, we see suppliers to the enterprise participating in the incubators. On the contrary, Procurement often plays the bad cop role, creating barriers to onboard new and innovative suppliers, asking for endless compliance documents, ending the magic of the incubation. Yet, these initiatives are rarely owned by Procurement.

Procurement 72

Procurement Supplier Collaboration Innovation 72

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Organizational abilities to effectively assess risk and engage suppliers to mitigate it are woefully lacking in most cases. For example, nearly half (43.9%) of CPOs responding to a recent survey by Ardent Partners indicated that they do not know what percent of their suppliers are high risk. Has past performance exceeded a threshold?

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Risk Management Management Supplier 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Inclusive Opportunities: Public procurement can be a tool to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion by prioritising contracts with suppliers committed to these ideals. Suppliers in the economy are expected to reduce their carbon footprints and demonstrate effective means of maintaining green approaches.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Tender 52

ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

However, they could probably leverage their great buyers in a better way by having proper data delivered to them upfront and allowing them to identify the most strategic new projects. By bridging the gaps, Amrest could even start the tendering process earlier with a wider range of suppliers. Part of the Solution.

Finance 52

Finance Supply Chain Procurement Supplier 52

The Softly Spark

JANUARY 13, 2025

Recommendation: Partner with suppliers who prioritize sustainability. Aligning with partners who share your values can promote ethical practices. Buyers benefit by getting high-quality gear at a lower price, while sellers get a gift card at REI. Focus on resource sourcing, production methods, and labor conditions.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Transparency Retail Education 52

The Procurement School

JANUARY 22, 2024

Sometimes buyers may send the opportunity listing to existing vendors, previous bidders or even select organizations. In order to avoid this issue the opportunity listing advertising the procurement should be distributed to all registered suppliers and where possible also sent to industry organizations for posting on its website.

Procurement 40

Procurement Procurement Contracts Bidder Contract 40

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

When a single supplier is the only option for your procurement needs, understanding the nuances becomes essential. This step is crucial to ensure that the selection of a single supplier is justified as the only available source for a product or service. But what happens when only one supplier can fulfill a specific requirement?

Procurement 52

Procurement Supplier Price Competitive Bidding 52

Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 12, 2025

Suppliers face plenty of hurdles: Tough competition everyone wants to win. So, how do the most successful suppliers do it? Getting listed on Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) and framework agreements means buyers can award contracts directly to pre-approved suppliers. Which suppliers have secured contracts before?

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Buyers Tender 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Tracker Intelligence uses sophisticated procurement tools and integrates centralised systems, which decreases the time and effort needed for buyers and suppliers. From the clear tender documents to the evaluation processes, Tracker Intelligence ensures all suppliers compete on levelled ground.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Efficiency Procurement Bid Rigging 52

The Procurement School

DECEMBER 17, 2024

However, it is only required when a supplier will be working on a control panel or is accessing a companys electronics. Equipment suppliers do not require Cyber Insurance but equipment installers do not. It is best to work with your insurance person to review the limits. and Manage the Contract – Buyandsell.gc.ca

Contract Management 52

Contract Management Management Bidder Insurance 52