Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

If a supplier that was once performing well in relation to delivering excellent quality suddenly starts to present with many defects or lower quality items, this would raise concern. The results of the KPI would flag up reduced performance and allow the buyer to address this issue.

Import 59

Import Procurement Supplier Supply Chain 59

How to Crack a Nut

APRIL 4, 2023

The one finding that should definitely not go unnoticed is that, according to DRCF, ‘ Buyers can lack the technical expertise to effectively scrutinise the [algorithmic systems] they are procuring, whilst vendors may limit the information they share with buyers ’ (at 9). This is extremely worrying.

Procurement 52

Procurement Buyers IT Public Procurement 52

How to Crack a Nut

JULY 1, 2024

I am reading a leaflet for a contract management portal when I overhear a conversation between a buyer and a supplier. “I says a buyer. AI might be fast, but buyers cannot rely on it to be a subject matter expert. If a bid is incorrectly evaluated, the buyer can hardly hold the AI response generator accountable.

Bidder 52

Bidder Tender Buyers Bidding 52

The Procurement School

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Allows government buyer to consider vendor feedback and make changes before issuing the solicitation. Engage interested parties through community sessions where government can present draft plans and receive feedback. Helps avoid the buyer receiving deliverables that differ from expectations.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Buyers Budget Quality 52

ivalua

OCTOBER 18, 2022

While data quality cannot be perfected and some technological innovations aren’t quite ready for prime time, tremendous improvements are possible. Below, Improve Data Quality. Improve Data Quality. Having quality data is essential, but ultimately the decision-maker must have access to insights that drive value.

Transparency 52

Transparency Supply Chain Data Procurement 52

How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

However, to assess the (abstract) potential of procurement as a regulatory tool, it is worth distinguishing between practical and legal challenges, and to focus on legal challenges that would be present at all levels of public buyer capability. They are thus unlikely to operate as an adequate tool to support regulation by contract.

Procurement 52

Procurement Tender Buyers Contract 52

Select GCR

APRIL 26, 2024

One key aspect of our program is teaching you how to effectively nurture relationships with government buyers and prime contractors. It’s crucial to understand the unique needs and priorities of each agency and demonstrate a commitment to delivering value and quality service. Don’t take our word for it!

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Government Government Government Contracts Media 102

ivalua

JUNE 28, 2021

The research, conducted by Coleman Parkes, surveyed 300 suppliers across the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland, to examine supplier relationships with their buyers. Despite the opportunities presented by strong supplier relations, the research found 89% of suppliers feel pressured to reduce costs beyond what is reasonable.

Supplier 52

Supplier Supply Chain Buyers Collaboration 52

Tracker Intelligence

AUGUST 16, 2024

It is a favourite for businesses who want high-quality tender opportunities because of its comprehensive coverage and user-friendly interface. A good profile makes it easier for your clients to trust you, which will likely attract more buyers. One example is Tracker Intelligence, which stands out among other private-sector platforms.

Tender 52

Tender Bidding Competitive Bidding Buyers 52

Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 5, 2024

We want to unlock its power to improve economic inclusion and sustainability, rebuild integrity and trust, and deliver the quality public services that we all deserve. They are deeply embedded in their communities, navigating its political economy and present in the policy conversations.

Procurement 89

Procurement E-procurement Public Procurement Sustainability 89

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Economic Considerations Creating supply chains that help to reduce costs, minimise over spending, and help to improve product quality. This will allow buyers to have clear information on their approach, and how to overcome current risks and promote sustainable changes.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement 52

Naomi Clews Consultancy

AUGUST 3, 2023

​Have you applied to NHS England, NHS buyers, but had no success? The workshops were perfectly timed and content flowed" Jane - BHTA Proven benefits of my procurement training ​ ​In a world of fake news and unreliable internet resources, my procurement training courses deliver exceptional quality and value.

Consulting 52

Consulting Procurement Tender Supply Chain 52

ivalua

JUNE 6, 2019

If this foundation does not exist or if it is shaky, then buyers don’t know how much the company is spending with a given supplier, let alone how they can improve the efficiency or impact of a given spend category. In this conversation, Cyrille Naux discusses: The business objectives behind Chassis Brakes’ supplier consolidation exercises.

Supplier 40

Supplier Automotive Supply Chain Data 40

Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Right now, proposed legislative language announced by GSA presents an historic opportunity to bring the MAS program into the 21 st century. The MAS is the Federal Government’s primary contract vehicle to acquire commercial products and services, with streamlined ordering procedures saving the Government time and money.

Price 52

Price Quantity Quality Import 52

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

OCTOBER 25, 2024

As buyers we often expect a lot from our suppliers, but do we take the time to think about what they need from us in order to perform to the standard we often demand of them? Plan your orders and your demand to ensure that the supplier has the cycle time they need to deliver a quality item or service.

Supplier 52

Supplier Supply Chain Ethics Sustainability 52

ivalua

MAY 28, 2014

In many cases, the cloud presents less risk, as cloud services are run by those whose sole focus and core competence are running the systems in the cloud. Internally, buyers and engineers must work with quality and product; then that cross-functional group must collaborate with external suppliers.

Supply Chain 40

Supply Chain Innovation Total Cost of Ownership Cost of Ownership 40

ivalua

MAY 18, 2022

When it comes to the nature of buyer-supplier relationships, we’re entering a brave, new world. At the same time, organizations have never been more exposed to risk from their supply chains, from supply continuity, quality, or ESG violations. Incentivize the right behavior.

Supplier 52

Supplier Management Collaboration Supply Chain 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Right now, proposed legislative language announced by GSA presents an historic opportunity to bring the MAS program into the 21 st century. The MAS is the Federal Government’s primary contract vehicle to acquire commercial products and services, with streamlined ordering procedures saving the Government time and money.

Price 45

Price Quantity Quality Import 45

ivalua

MAY 15, 2019

The goal being to manage risk by easily identifying obligations within contracts and ensuring that appropriate risk mitigating language is present within legal documents. Machine reading comprehension technologies enable us to do this automatically and much faster. retrieval of the original clause or template.

Data 60

Data Management Contract E-procurement 60

ivalua

MAY 15, 2019

The goal being to manage risk by easily identifying obligations within contracts and ensuring that appropriate risk mitigating language is present within legal documents. Machine reading comprehension technologies enable us to do this automatically and much faster. retrieval of the original clause or template.

Contract 58

Contract E-procurement Data Management 58

ivalua

DECEMBER 19, 2018

In recent years, the company has been consistently implementing advanced technological solutions, thus improving the quality, safety and effectiveness of its operations. In the era of process automation and computers handling numerous daily tasks, buyers can make strategic decisions like which supplier to choose and sign a contract with.

E-procurement 40

E-procurement Tender Supplier Buyers 40

Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 30, 2024

Introducing more sustainable procurement policies and processes presents an enormous opportunity for public authorities to not only contribute to reaching carbon emission reduction goals but also to drive sustainable societal and economic development. At present, the low adoption of green criteria is the main barrier.

Procurement 62

Procurement Public Procurement Green Public Procurement Electronics 62

ivalua

MARCH 4, 2016

Each of their presentations was on-point and contained valuable insight by openly sharing best practices and candid conversations about their maturity journey. getting involved early on in the New Product Introduction ( NPI) cycle to ensure suppliers risk is being properly evaluated in production capacity and quality. It was wonderful.

Supply Chain 40

Supply Chain Supplier Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing 40

Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 3, 2023

It consisted of 20 meetings with international experts, politicians, buyers and analysts ( recordings available in Russian). BootCamp participants discussed public procurement in Central Asian countries, presented their projects and learned how to use new tools.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement E-procurement Participation 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

Identifying agency commitments will incentivize industry to compete for the BPA and improve the quality of any responses submitted. Through working with PPH over the past two years, members have learned how service dogs play an important role in veterans’ healthcare and quality of life.

Procurement 52

Procurement Data Strategic Planning Management 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

District Court for the Southern District of New York where the court reached seemingly conflicting conclusions on whether buyers that purchased certain cryptocurrencies on secondary trading platforms had a reasonable expectation of profit, which would make the sales “investment contracts” subject to U.S. federal securities laws.

Tender 52

Tender Buyers Contract Corruption 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 30, 2024

Krueger Pela explained that such clauses are not a mechanism for the revision of the price, but rather for its determination , if the informational asymmetry between the buyer and the seller creates the need for part of the purchase price to become dynamic and contingent. Claudia Salomon and Mr. Eduardo Damião Gonçalves.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Negotiation Buyers Price 52

ivalua

MAY 21, 2020

Dawn will be presenting a thought-leader keynote titled “Leadership in Uncertain Times” at Ivalua NOW , the premier virtual event for procurement leaders, on May 5. Procurement teams were just buyers who delivered what other departments told them to buy. Today, procurement leaders have a seat at the table in e-staff meetings.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain E-procurement Supplier Leadership 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

This conference presents a valuable opportunity for professionals in the Federal procurement community to stay ahead of the curve and prepare for changes on the horizon. VA hospitals also outperformed non-VA hospitals in CMS’ Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings, with over 58 percent of VA hospitals receiving four or five-star ratings.

Procurement 52

Procurement Contract Networking Budget 52

Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

She said given GSA's role as a major federal buyer of technology, the report raises even more questions about the agency's oversight processes. A new strategy for resilient and healthy defense communities, released yesterday, will address the Pentagon’s outdated installations to improve service members’ quality of life.

Purchasing 111

Purchasing Electronics Networking Collaboration 111

Select GCR

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Depending on the industry and project, bid proposals can vary, but the essential elements include: The client’s name Your business details Project description Services provided Pricing estimate Terms and conditions Estimated timeline The competitive bid process aims to secure the best possible quality and price for products and services.

Bidding 52

Bidding Price Quality Budget 52

Scottish Government Procurement

MARCH 19, 2025

The Supplier Development Programme was also present at the event, providing information on the services they can offer. In December, we launched our Fair Work First eLearning to support organisations across Scotland to embrace Fair Work First, a Scottish Government policy aimed at promoting high quality, fair work and workforce diversity.

Procurement 57

Procurement Public Procurement Sustainability Collaboration 57

Select GCR

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Presenting accurate and professional responses to solicitation requirements creates a positive first impression. Showcasing your track record reassures government buyers of your capability and reliability, making your proposal more persuasive and competitive. Why should small businesses consider bidding on government contracts?

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Bidding Government Government 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

We were thrilled to be joined by Paws for Purple Hearts at the Fall Conference for a special presentation and to learn more about their efforts. GSA will continue to provide updates on the new TDR fields and Data Quality Initiatives through its monthly MAS office hours , quarterly MAS Newsletters and posts in GSAs MAS Interact community.

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Inventory Procurement Data Thresholds 52