WashngtonExec

APRIL 10, 2025

Mandy Walter-Beam, Two Six Technologies As vice president of contracts and procurement at Two Six Technologies, Mandy Walter-Beam helps to shape the company’s strategic direction, foster growth and lead the complex world of compliance in government contracting. She started her career in the U.S.

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Contract Supply Chain Negotiation Procurement 40

Scottish Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2023

As a follow up to the publication of Scotland’s journey of achieving sustainable procurement outcomes 2002-2022: independent review , we have interviewed key organisations representing and working with the business and the third sector in Scotland about sustainable procurement outcomes.

Sustainability 85

Sustainability Procurement Supplier Public Procurement 85

ivalua

JUNE 24, 2020

Customers can effectively manage all spend and all suppliers within a single platform, or select modules to target specific processes. Leveraging the pre-packaged s olution financial services customers are empowered to: Ensure regulatory and policy compliance at the supplier and contract level.

Management 98

Management Supplier Category Management Procurement Strategies 98

The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The intention is to encourage consideration of ways to simplify and open opportunities for SMEs to efficiently participate in more public procurements. The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement.

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Participation Procurement Strategies Procurement Buyers 52

Scottish Government Procurement

JANUARY 23, 2024

We, the Scottish Government, provide contracts and frameworks which are used across the public sector, contributing to the economy and providing savings. Over £145 million of savings were made through our contracts. billion through these national contracts and frameworks. billion through these national contracts and frameworks.

Procurement 71

Procurement Government Government Public Procurement 71

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

Key findings include: 97% of advanced procurement departments say procurement strategy is well aligned with overall business strategy versus only 14% of beginners. 51% of advanced procurement departments measure performance weekly or biweekly, versus only 26% of beginners.

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Procurement Team Procurement Supply Chain Supplier 18

Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Smart public procurement refers to making optimal decisions to minimize waste and enhance the quality, efficiency and sustainability of public spending when purchasing and contracting goods, works and services. Better contracts and processes, for example, could reduce the risk of delays, quality problems or unexpected costs.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Strategic Planning Balance 52

Scottish Government Procurement

JUNE 24, 2024

Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate’s National Collaborative Procurement Division (NCPD) administers the Scottish national collaborative frameworks and contracts for the whole of the Scottish Public Sector, as well as agreements that can be accessed by central government organisations of the Scottish Government.

Collaboration 68

Collaboration E-catalogue Framework Agreement E-procurement 68

Tracker Intelligence

JULY 20, 2022

In the UK, the government spends around £284 billion on public sector contracts every year. With so much money in play, it should be unsurprising that government procurement attracts so much interest. Even big names like Amazon, Dell, and Apple hold government contracts in England. What is Government Contracting?

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Innovation Procurement Government 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Procurement analytics is quickly becoming a core practice for efficient operations and effective sourcing in today’s rapidly changing business environment. Data-driven decision-making enables procurement teams to improve performance and align with wider organisational goals including corporate social responsibility and risk management.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Procurement Data Supply Chain 52

VWV

OCTOBER 15, 2024

With the Procurement Act 2023 now set to come into force on 24 February 2025, contracting authorities have been given an additional four-month extension to prepare. The Ministerial Statement highlighted that the extension aims to facilitate a smoother transition for both contracting authorities and suppliers.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supplier Tender Procurement Strategies 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Social value is a transformative approach shaping how public contracts are awarded and executed. Let us have a closer look at how social value is revolutionising procurement and paving the way for meaningful community impact and environmental benefits. This is why government agencies are setting sustainability targets for suppliers.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Tender 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Competition in public procurement is not limited to financial competition; it is a key source of innovation and guarantees the fair allocation of public contracts. This analysis will explore the main NAO findings, look at their wider significance and propose steps to reinvigorate competition in government procurement.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Tender Framework Agreement 52

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In addition, it can also damage supplier relationships and hinder the efficacy of the company’s procurement practices. A company in this position may struggle to attract new suppliers or gain incentives or loyalty discounts from existing ones as other businesses won’t want to associate with them.

Ethics 52

Ethics Import Procurement Supply Chain 52

ivalua

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Ahlsell, a prominent international retail solutions provider, has led a complete digital transformation overhaul with a central focus on trading goods supplier management. Acting as a complementary partner to their suppliers, Procurement is a central target and strategic function for Ahlsell. billion in annual sales.

Procurement 52

Procurement Retail Supplier Supply Chain 52

ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

Similar to how CRM manages everything around the customer, an S2P platform manages everything around the supplier. ​ It is a crucial process for organizations that are looking to streamline their procurement activities, better manage spend and suppliers and increase operational efficiency. What is Source-to-Pay?

Supplier 52

Supplier E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Scottish Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

As part of Scot Climate Week 2023 , we hear from some members of the Public Procurement Group (PPG) on how their organisations are embedding climate action in their procurement activities. Also in line with our environmental initiatives, we’re actively collaborating with our top 100 suppliers to gather climate plans.

Supply Chain 71

Supply Chain Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability 71

The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Key Contributions of Certified Procurement Professionals Certified procurement professionals significantly improve supply chain operations. Their training and certification equip them to develop and execute procurement strategies that align with organizational objectives. Ready to leap?

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Management 52

The Procurement School

AUGUST 21, 2024

Outsourcing the procurement expertise is a growing option for smaller entities to consider. Many smaller public entities have formal associations [1] where they do outsource their procurement needs. Operating supplies and equipment, which are available through a number of suppliers, lend themselves to being under multi-year contracts.

Procurement 52

Procurement Competitive Bidding Public Procurement Supplier 52

Scottish Government Procurement

JANUARY 23, 2024

We, the Scottish Government, provide contracts and frameworks which are used across the public sector, contributing to the economy and providing savings. Over £145 million of savings were made through our contracts. billion through these national contracts and frameworks. billion through these national contracts and frameworks.

Procurement 40

Procurement Government Government Public Procurement 40

Scottish Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In our analysis of recommendations from major digital reviews we have found three distinct themes relating to procurement and contract management.

Procurement 45

Procurement Tender Public Procurement Contract Management 45

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Effective procurement practices allow the establishment of a closed-loop circular supply chain that helps deliver more efficiency, from end-to-end and supports the formalisation of different services, including e-waste management, recycling, resource sharing, and supplier regulatory development.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement 52

ivalua

JANUARY 31, 2022

The Criticality of the Supply Chain (and Suppliers). The average procurement department’s overall data aptitude is increasing, but most organizations classify themselves as novices and only occasionally use data to drive actual strategies. Future of Work 2022: The Great Resignation and the Impact of the Extended Workforce.

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain Supplier Consumer Demands 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 8, 2024

For instance, AI systems have the possibility to deliver cost savings of up to 40 per cent, according to the Oxford College of Procurement & Supply. In addition to this, the same study suggests that through spending and supplier analysis, organisations will have the ability to reduce cost processing by 40 per cent.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Ethics Tender 52

ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

Creating Value occurs when sourcing and procurement uses relevant sourcing processes and tools to engage and select the best fit supplier. Monitoring and measuring value is where the procurement organization takes a holistic view of the Source-to-pay process and supplier relationships. What is Direct Procurement?

Procurement 52

Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement Procurement Team 52

VWV

JUNE 15, 2021

The National Procurement Policy Statement this month applies to all contracting authorities who are subject to the procurement rules. Although it applies with immediate effect, it has been introduced to underpin the new procurement regime. What Does the National Procurement Policy Statement Say?

Public Procurement 40

Public Procurement Procurement Procurement Team Procurement Strategies 40

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

JULY 28, 2023

By utilising AI, companies can streamline the entire procurement and supply process while allowing procurement teams to focus on higher value-added tasks. Cost Savings Through spend and supplier panel analysis, AI can deliver cost savings of up to 40%.

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Procurement Procurement Team Supply Chain Supplier 52

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

Key findings include: 97% of advanced procurement departments say procurement strategy is well aligned with overall business strategy versus only 14% of beginners. . 51% of advanced procurement departments measure performance weekly or biweekly, versus only 26% of beginners. .

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Procurement Supply Chain Procurement Team Supplier 52

Public Contracting Institute

APRIL 1, 2024

Efficiency Streamlines processes with smart contracts, reducing bureaucracy and paperwork. Transforming Public Procurement with Blockchain Blockchain’s decentralized ledger technology has the potential to dramatically improve the public procurement process.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Transparency Integrity Integration 52

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate’s, National Collaborative Procurement Division (NCPD) administers the Scottish national collaborative frameworks and contracts for the whole of the Scottish Public Sector, as well as agreements that can be accessed by central government organisations of the Scottish Government.

Collaboration 45

Collaboration Framework Agreement Supplier Purchasing 45

ivalua

MARCH 5, 2023

Breakout Sessions This year, we’ve invited industry thought leaders to join 8 expert panels covering data, supplier collaboration, procurement finance, and vendor management. Learn from industry leaders and gain insight into what makes a successful procurement strategy in today’s world.

Supplier 52

Supplier Innovation Finance Supply Chain 52

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate’s, National Collaborative Procurement Division (NCPD) administers the Scottish national collaborative frameworks and contracts for the whole of the Scottish Public Sector, as well as agreements that can be accessed by central government organisations of the Scottish Government.

Collaboration 40

Collaboration Framework Agreement Supplier Purchasing 40

How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

It has used different methods for different audiences, for example, to government, trusts and suppliers (see Figure 5). 1] Crucially, the operating model consists of a complex network of outsourcing contracts around what are called ‘category towers’ of products and services. When reporting progress against its £2.4

Supply Chain 64

Supply Chain Procurement Price Efficiency 64

Government Contracts Legal Forum

MARCH 12, 2024

A wave of recent changes in federal and state law pertaining to PFAS chemicals is likely to present both immediate and long-term challenges to the government contracting community. What are PFAS chemicals and where are they used in government contracting?

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

Scottish Government Procurement

APRIL 7, 2025

The reporting year also saw significant milestones for public procurement including the development of the Public Procurement Strategy for Scotland. In 2022 to 2023, known procurement spend by Scottish public bodies was 16.6 billion of known procurement spend supported around 13.7 billion of which 8.9

Procurement 79

Procurement Public Procurement Supplier Procurement Strategies 79

Scottish Government Procurement

JANUARY 9, 2025

The case study outlines how the Council has engaged with suppliers of all sizes to encourage them to address greenhouse gas emissions in their operations.

Sustainability 58

Sustainability Contract Supplier Procurement 58

Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 12, 2025

Public procurement is not just about ensuring a single contract; instead, it requires a long-term strategy to stay ahead of the competition. Success in this space requires more than just submitting bids; it demands strategy, consistency, risk management, and a deep understanding of the ever-evolving rules. The secret?

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Buyers Tender 52