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Benefits of MWBE Certification for Your Small Business

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Some states also offer additional certifications such as the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification through local transportation authorities. Certified businesses can also access set-aside , subcontracting opportunities, and price preference programs, providing significant advantages in competitive markets.

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Net Zero: What Does it Really Mean?

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Further, if the truth be known I suspect many others in procurement and supply chain are feeling the same, but maybe that’s not true. This is not a “side of the desk” or part time role, nor within the skill set or training for the vast majority of purchasing and supply chain managers. Capital goods. Business travel.

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Global Sourcing – Is It Suitable For Your Business?

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

The benefits of sourcing from overseas include factors such as: Access to a wider market Access to expertise and technology Lower prices If you read last month’s blog you will have discovered or been reminded of understanding the importance between price and cost. What effect will this have on the company’s carbon footprint?

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Friday Flash 11/01/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Transportation to the conference will be provided for guests staying at the Residence Inn Marriott via shuttle in the morning and evening on Wednesday and Thursday. Requests for transparent pricing across the AI lifecycle. Disincentivizing bulk pricing arrangements or other methods of consolidation with one vendor or group.

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Friday Flash 11/08/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Transportation to the conference will be provided for guests staying at the Residence Inn Marriott via shuttle in the morning and evening on Wednesday and Thursday. Requests for transparent pricing across the AI lifecycle. Disincentivizing bulk pricing arrangements or other methods of consolidation with one vendor or group.

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The Purpose of Procurement: How ESG is Changing our Roles

The Procurement School

Building supply chains with responsible materials and labour practices is possible. Supply chain managers have been part of the transactional process in all sectors. As Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things expands exponentially, the role of supply chains needs to adapt to be relevant as well.

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Federal Contracts Awarded under the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

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While investing in our country’s infrastructure and communities, the act also hopes to ease inflationary pressures and strengthen the supply chains by making improvements in ports, airports, rail, and roads. of Transportation and Army that account for 5% of the total awards. This will improve U.S. of the contract awards.