Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Early this year, the European Union (“EU”) finalized the required internal procedures for the entry into force of the Sustainable Investment Facilitation Agreement concluded between the European Union and the Republic of Angola on 18 November 2022 (“SIFA” or the “Agreement”).

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Sustainability Transparency Influencing Negotiation 52

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Procurement thus heavily influences the interaction between the State’s contractual agents and citizens, and becomes a tool for the regulation of public service delivery. Overall, EU procurement law offers a diverse toolkit for public buyers to embed sustainability requirements.

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Public Procurement Procurement Buyers Tender 105

GovLoop

OCTOBER 26, 2023

First , although many workers think they have no influence over trust in their organization, they do, Sanchez said. We must develop an inclusive organizational culture, create sustainability, decrease attrition and turnover, increase retention, maintain knowledge management, and outperform non-inclusive organizations,” Benjamin said.

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Strategic Planning Influencing Import Transparency 119

ivalua

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Corporate Sustainability: Sawschcuk said that sustainability is an area in which Procurement can make a big impact. For the last several years, sustainability was among the top 10 priorities in Europe, and now in the U.S. an increased focus on diversity, inclusiveness and sustainability is top of mind with many organizations.

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Supply Chain Procurement Sustainability Supplier 64

ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

In August 2020 Gartner published this report “4 Tactics Procurement Can Use to Sustain Influence as Economic Conditions Improve” This blog summarizes the key points of the report which you can read in full, here. Influence The Board by Mapping the value of procurement projects to business priorities.

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Procurement Supply Chain Influencing Chief Procurement Officer 52

Open Contracting Partnership

JULY 31, 2023

Challenge : The City of Des Moines in Iowa wanted to leverage procurement to improve equity and sustainability, but knew its current procurement processes and tools were insufficient. City employees are now able to collaborate on procurement more efficiently, and better plan and track their aspirations around equity and sustainability.

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Procurement Sustainability IT E-procurement 52

Inter-American Development Bank

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The debt threshold is not the same for all countries because it can be influenced by different factors such as the economic structure, for example. Our research shows that several factors influence the effects of public debt on growth. For LAC countries, this threshold is at approximately 53 percent of GDP.

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Thresholds Quality Influencing Finance 105

Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Fiscal rules have become a common policy tool to promote the sustainability of public finances, as the number of countries with at least one fiscal rule has grown from ten in 1991 to more than 100 by 2021. In contrast, simply adopting fiscal rules but not complying with them does not translate into better outcomes.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

government is the largest purchaser in the world, significantly influencing the purchasing landscape. This incremental approach allows businesses to grow sustainably while meeting the stringent requirements of government agencies. This strategic move can ultimately lead to long-term success and sustainability.

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The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Addressing environmental concerns in a sustainable business model requires challenging the status quo. We now need more companies and governmental agencies to adopt the best and leading solutions to ensure a planet which is going to sustain our collective ecosystems. ESG is showing us that we can prosper with dignity and respect.

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Procurement Supply Chain Total Cost of Ownership Sustainability 52

Kluwer Arbitration

AUGUST 9, 2024

The ‘rise in legislation’, including the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (see here for previous coverage), impose new duties and potential liabilities on businesses.

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Finance Transparency Demand Sustainability 98

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Tom Temin Because this was a sustainment, which only happens in, what, about 15 or 20% of the protests that are brought. Here there are a couple of footnotes where they say either this could have been around for sustain essentially, but we’re not ruling on this. Zach Prince Yeah, that’s right. It’s not very frequent.

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Bidder Price Sustainability Evaluation 84

Open Contracting Partnership

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The government has promoted public participation in procurement monitoring, which is vital to combating corruption and improving efficiency, but few independent civil society organizations and individuals had the information, skills and influence to track contracting effectively. Implementing sustainable procurement practices.

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Procurement E-procurement Public Procurement Corruption 120

Select GCR

APRIL 30, 2024

This increased eligibility opens doors to financial resources that can fuel a woman owned business’ expansion, innovation, and sustainability. Many government agencies prioritize contracting and funding opportunities for WOSBs, recognizing the importance of empowering women in business.

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Networking Government Contracts Supplier Contract 98

ivalua

MAY 30, 2022

Consumers also expect transparency – in product origin, quality standards, and how organizations are improving their environmental and sustainability efforts. . High levels of visibility reduce supply chain risk and address sustainability initiatives, such as tracking a product’s full line of custody.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

This guide examines the fundamentals of public procurement, including fairness, value for money, and transparency, and how they influence both ethical and effective procurement procedures. By using procurement intelligence solutions, companies may stay up to date on opportunities and changes in national legislation and regulations.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Sustainable development requires resources, which foreign states can access through foreign investment. This post will also show that ISDS can become an effective tool to ensure a sustainable future. As demonstrated in this post, these critiques are misguided. IBA Report, p.

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Open Contracting Partnership

JULY 5, 2023

For example, after TenderNed noticed a high percentage of contracting procedures in the database had unrealistic award values, they activated their “team of e-procurement influencers” – external e-procurement experts with a large follower base. They used the data to address specific agencies, and posted about it on LinkedIn.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 25, 2024

State Department’s caution highlights the need for a sustained demonstration of commitment to transparency and predictable implementation of investor-friendly policies. These reforms centered on state involvement and equity participation in strategic mineral deposits, and increased national benefits from its rich mineral resources.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Ethical procurement refers to the consideration of a wide range of issues relating to the ethical and sustainability goals of an organisation. Influence Peddling This is the practice of granting contracts to a certain supplier in return for compensation, such as special incentives or discounts. What is Ethical Procurement?

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 12, 2024

She offered a taxonomy of these disputes, based on the nature of the parties involved, their forum, and their legal basis, and she stressed that they have the potential to influence the conduct of both States and private actors. environmentally harmful) firms from making sustainable investments.

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Inter-American Development Bank

AUGUST 1, 2023

Our analysis reveals that demand shocks have a significant and positive influence on the primary balance. Demand shocks exhibit a diminishing influence on the exchange rate within a two-year timeframe. Following a demand shock, there is a substantial improvement in the primary balance, persisting for at least five years (see Figure 3).

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Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 16, 2025

These players administer public contracts, establish procurement regulations, and influence the procurement environment. The National Procurement Policy Statement (NPPS) The NPPS outlines the top priorities for public procurement in the UK, such as social value, innovation and sustainability.

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Public Procurement Procurement Tender Eprocurement 52

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Visconte briefly traced the history of the infrastructure debate, from ancient civilizations such as the Aztecs, Greeks, Incas, and Romans to modern-day discussions on sustainability. In closing, Professor Armesto predicted that arbitration would become increasingly influenced by climate change concerns.

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Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Over the past two decades, a growing number of Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries began adopting fiscal rules to limit overspending influenced by election cycles, public pressure, and other political economy factors, helping the region strengthen its fiscal solvency and sustainability.

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Balance Sustainability Budget Influencing 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 8, 2024

It’s (Not) Just Semantics – The Hidden Power of Language The second of the parallel panels, moderated by May Tai , saw the speakers Samaa Haridi , Jern-Fei Ng KC , Lei Shi , and Rainbow Willard explore the significant influence of language on arbitration processes and outcomes.

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Participation Import Sustainability Ethics 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 8, 2024

It’s (Not) Just Semantics – The Hidden Power of Language The second of the parallel panels, moderated by May Tai , saw the speakers Samaa Haridi , Jern-Fei Ng KC , Lei Shi , and Rainbow Willard explore the significant influence of language on arbitration processes and outcomes.

Ethics 52

Ethics Participation Import Sustainability 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The unveiling of new Smart Sustainable Cities and Special Economic Zones, aimed at enhancing business prospects, underscores the KSA’s commitment to fostering strategic sector development and attracting high-quality investments.

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Negotiation Influencing Efficiency Corruption 52

ivalua

DECEMBER 8, 2020

To both confirm the right opportunities and then execute against them, procurement must expand that engagement and its influence to other parts of the business. New revenue opportunities, more sustainable and agile supply chains, accelerated innovation. Effectively engaging executive leadership is critical, but insufficient.

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Procurement Supplier Price Leadership 52

How to Crack a Nut

APRIL 10, 2023

Earlier analysis has also shown that there are pervasive risks of regulatory capture and commercial determination of the process of public sector digitalisation stemming from reliance on standards and benchmarks created by technology vendors or by bodies heavily influenced by the tech industry.

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Procurement Buyers Influencing Import 52

Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 15, 2024

This shift was propelled by environmental factors and influenced by international agreements, such as the 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (“UNFCCC”) and the Paris Agreement. It promotes clean energy within Africa while contributing to global sustainability efforts.

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Inter-American Development Bank

JANUARY 12, 2024

Escape Clause Clarity Index (ECCI) The ECCI is a tool tailored to gauge the effectiveness of escape clause definitions, ensuring a delicate balance between crisis management, and sustained fiscal responsibility [1]. Influence on Compliance: a clearly defined activation timeline is pivotal in post-escape clause compliance.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 8, 2024

“ The event brought together leading experts to discuss the intersection of investment law and the global shift towards sustainable energy. Although advisory opinions are non-binding, they are intended to influence domestic and international litigation.

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Influencing Negotiation Balance Corruption 52

Inter-American Development Bank

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This indicator can help policymakers understand whether taxes are influencing companies’ decisions to invest in new projects. These reforms could make capital allowances more generous and also include fiscally responsible reductions in statutory corporate income tax rates that do not compromise the sustainability of public finances.

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Federal News Network

AUGUST 22, 2024

I think maybe the question is, will that commercial traction be large enough to sustain in whatever time frame? And I think these companies are looking to calculate, how do they sustain to the point where there is a tipping point where commercial revenues really do unlock more opportunity? But it’s taking some time to get there.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 1, 2024

Department of State), Margie-Lys Jaime (Legal Adviser, Office of Investment Arbitration, Ministry of Economy and Finance, Republic of Panama), Ladan Mehranvar (Senior Legal Researcher, Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment (“CCSI”)) and Marie-Claire Argac (Partner, Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP). Mr. Bigge and Ms.

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Negotiation Participation Sustainability Influencing 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 5, 2024

Paulsson further emphasized the need to maintain ethical standards and avoid the pitfalls of professionalizing arbitration too much, which could lead to a system where decisions are influenced by factors other than merit. These projects aim to attract 100 million visitors annually by the end of the decade.

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