Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Ethical procurement is becoming increasingly important in our ever more complex, interconnected, and global economy. In the past, the main focus for most companies was profit, but more and more companies now understand and value ethical procurement. In this post, we explore what ethical procurement means and why it is so important.

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The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

P rocurement, a critical component of supply chain management, is transforming, driven by the expertise of certified procurement professionals. The impact of such training is significant, leading to more streamlined procurement processes and better decision-making in supply chain management.

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VWV

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

A new element of the NPPS, as compared with previous versions, is the focus on ensuring suppliers uphold the highest standards of integrity, ethical conduct and environmental sustainability in business. This aligns with the stronger sanctions in the Act relating to performance, exclusions, and debarment.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 19, 2024

Supply Chain Due Diligence (“SCDD”) laws, such as the German Lieferkettensorgfaltsgesetz , the recently approved EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive , or the U.S. As an advocate for such laws, I recognise the urgent need to make supply chains fairer and more ethical.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Use procurement software or work with a GPO like OMNIA Partners that offers advanced analytics tools to track spend, identify trends, and optimize your supply chain. Sustainable procurement focuses on purchasing products and services that have minimal environmental impact, are ethically sourced, and support fair labor practices.

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ivalua

AUGUST 21, 2022

Originally published in the 2022 ProcureCon Report “Transforming Procurement: Embracing Digital Innovation and Driving Sustainability” Ethical business practices and sustainability initiatives are forcing organizations to not only stand up, but to also set themselves apart from the competition by implementing ESG and CSR commitments.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

The examples that Musk mentions in the video show that modern supply chains are becoming more global and more complex. Starkly put, the odds of supply chain disruption are growing and will grow even greater in the future.”. CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly. Reason #3: Supply chain issues are costly.

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FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Chemicals used in energy storage technology are often sourced or processed in places and countries that can present ethical — as well as geopolitical — challenges. The initiatives are the latest effort by the Energy Department to help develop cleaner energy technologies with with more secure supply chains amid the race to stop climate change.

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

With the fragmentation and trade in our financial systems and our alliances and our supply chains. I need to do business with people that meet certain standards of ethics and conduct. supply chains. So you have this significant pivot away from a world where we were dealing with the global war on terror.

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ivalua

JUNE 29, 2021

Global governments and businesses are now recognizing diversity programs as an effective “ethical” mechanism to increase community engagement and correct systemic issues or historic inequality. However, the ethical justification is no longer the totality of the value proposition. Building Business Cases and Momentum.

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ivalua

JANUARY 13, 2023

This demonstrates that businesses increasingly recognize diversity as a global issue and these programs provide an “ethical” mechanism to connect with customers through community engagement. However, the ethical justification is no longer the totality of the value proposition as leaders now see the overall value for their business. .

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ivalua

JULY 12, 2021

The opportunity is around being able to leverage these regional initiatives and organizations to improve the corporation’s overall image, community engagement, and ethical spending as well as strengthening their global supply chain. Ethical Spend Toolset.

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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. APUC has been providing support to assist its member institutions in the implementation of this strategy.

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Import and Trade Remedies

APRIL 3, 2024

We will be delivering our cutting-edge insights and guidance virtually on key global compliance, investigations and ethics trends.

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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. There is a growing trend among consumers for responsible sourcing or ethical sourcing. This is actually proving to be a profitable strategy for many.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Nearly a third (32%) of procurement teams concede to cutting corn ers with their sourcing criteria for suppliers to secure supply. 49% believe that global supply chains won’t fully recover to pre-Covid operational norms until 2024 or beyond. Redwood, CA, 25 October, 2022. About the study. About Ivalua. .

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Import and Trade Remedies

APRIL 26, 2024

Our Annual Compliance Conference is also further complemented by our 21st Annual Global Trade and Supply Chain Webinar Series held all year round. We also invite you to register for the upcoming mid-year sessions in our monthly Global Trade and Supply Chain Webinar Series. Register here for these sessions.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Before the pandemic, leading organizations in every industry established that strong supplier relationships and a reliable supply chain are paramount. Secure executive buy-in from procurement, supply chain and IT leadership. Ivalua Supplier Risk and Performance Management Checklist.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Like our businesses, they have a supply chain to manage and as such need to be able to pay their suppliers. Finally, ensure you act ethically and sustainably at all times. A smooth transaction usually ends up in higher levels of trust and ultimately lower costs to the supply chain.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Predictive Analytics: Uses advanced data analytics, such as machine learning, to predict future demand, analyze potential supply chain risks, and facilitate informed procurement decisions. Also, proper data analysis can help find potential hazards in the supply chain, sustain continuity, and reduce disruptions.

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

35% of respondents are lacking systems to enable effective, scalable collaboration to empower supply-chain partners in support of their CSR strategies and policies. Social and ethical priorities are close behind but still lag. The study also reveals actionable insights for businesses looking to improve CSR results. .

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Public Contracting Institute

APRIL 23, 2024

Unforeseen circumstances : Unexpected events, such as supply chain disruptions or market fluctuations, can impact the supplier's ability to deliver at the agreed-upon price. Scope changes : If the government requests changes to the project scope, the supplier may need to renegotiate the price or absorb additional costs.

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ivalua

MAY 6, 2021

The pandemic has accelerated this trend, with the Procurement function front and center in the fight to ensure supply chain resilience and continuity, reduce costs and protect the bottom line. Modernize your SVM software to deliver on these goals and help your supplier ecosystems be agile, ethical and reliable.

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ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

Creating fuller visibility into supplier risks, Amrest has the power and intel to switch localizations or deliver from different warehouses, creating a stronger supply chain. . This process can also carry over into the supply chain where Amrest needs visibility and the full strategic payments process to identify key suppliers.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 1, 2024

If you missed out on this week’s training, we are returning both courses to our regular rotation of annual events and we would love to see you next time.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

KPIs are popularly related to areas such as: On time delivery Amount of rejects Cost reduction Ethical conduct Sustainable approaches Lead times KPIs can be written to measure any aspect of supplier performance but must be relevant to the contract to add value. Wrap Up Do you want to know more about KPIs and supply chains?

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ivalua

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The pandemic wreaked havoc on businesses and their supply chains, but even in these trying times, there’s a silver lining. Access to this data is especially important when there are supply chain disruptions , such as those caused by the global pandemic. Start by Putting the Right Technology in Place.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Ensuring that the ingredients, components and labour are ethically sourced and recycled if possible is important. When creating a specification the raw materials should come from a sustainable source, i.e. timber from a forest that has a replanting programme, or plastic from a supply which has been recovered from the sea or has been recycled.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Procurement and supply chain teams have been trying to hold the line against macroeconomic and global market forces that have been pushing hard against them for nearly three years. Procurement and supply chain teams are under constant pressure. So what’s pressuring procurement and supply chain leaders the most?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Our presenters for the day will be Jason Workmaster , Member, Miller & Chevalier Chartered; Liam O’Reilly , Counsel, Crowell & Moring LLP; and Alex Barbee-Garrett , Counsel, Crowell & Moring LLP. This course is designed for professionals who have significant Schedule contracting experience or are a contract attorney.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

JANUARY 29, 2024

Considerations when buying from overseas should include: Exchange rate volatility Extended lead times Cultural, language and time differences Different accepted standards of ethics and working conditions Political unrest Larger carbon footprint Quality concerns Lack of control IPR risk Extended supply chain equating to more management required Consider (..)

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Sustainability Focus: Many social value frameworks incorporate environmental sustainability, such as reducing carbon footprints or promoting green practices through supply chains. Ethical labour standards are non-negotiable, ensuring workers’ rights and well-being are protected throughout the supply chain.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

MAY 28, 2024

An attractive account is one that pays on time, communicates well, promotes innovation, builds trust, is ethically aware, forward thinking, environmentally friendly and sustainability focused. Take the next step towards mastering procurement dynamics and elevating your organisation’s supply chain effectiveness.

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Inside Government Contracts

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Cyber red teams” are independent, multi-disciplinary groups of DoD personnel, akin to “ethical hackers,” charged to find and report vulnerabilities in DoD systems and networks so they can be addressed. Inclusion of Semi-Conductor Manufacturers in Cybersecurity Collaboration Center. semi-conductor manufacturers. Cyber Intelligence Center.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MAY 23, 2024

Specifically, we discussed the reform of the Union Customs Code in the EU, key trending customs developments in EMEA, and different methods of driving significant financial savings in global supply chains. To register for the other sessions and access the recordings, click here.

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ivalua

AUGUST 26, 2021

The study, conducted by Coleman Parkes Research, surveyed 300 suppliers across the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland to explore labour standards throughout the supply chain. The responsibility to tackle unethical labour practices extends to the entire supply chain, from buyers all the way to downstream suppliers.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

We highly recommend you attend this course if you have significant Schedule contracting experience or are a contract attorney.

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