Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Ethical procurement is a company’s code of conduct and commitment to environmental, social and legal issues. It involves a set of principles which guide a company to proactively eliminate unethical practices throughout its supply chain. Why is Ethical Procurement Important?

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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. This is actually proving to be a profitable strategy for many. Key Elements of a Responsible Sourcing Strategy. provide source].

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

– Editor/Co-Author CIPS Finance for Purchasers Level 6 Graduate diploma. – CIPS – SME book reviews: Global supply chain, Diversity Management & Strategic Programme Leadership. The GBS procurement population is c.180 2.7bn and total group purchasing population of circa 900, and Group Spend of c £8bn.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The 140 year-old company has a strong market position; large volume provides necessary scale and competitive advantages in purchasing, sales, logistics, and business support. Having successfully digitized the entire Source-to-Pay process, Ashell is on the path to evolving Procurement from a cost center into a competitive advantage.”.

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ivalua

AUGUST 17, 2021

An organization’s Procurement function is responsible for managing spend, in other words the buying goods and services that are used to make the products sold to customers as well as the purchasing of products and services used to run the organization on a day to day basis. appeared first on Ivalua.

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The Procurement School

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

These steps may not apply to every procurement but once completed they will inform the procurement strategy which then leads to development of procurement document. Needs analysis ensures an accurate understanding of the goods / services being procured. which provides a high level procurement overview.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Having spent over $100 billion on information technology (IT) products and services in 2023, the federal government sees itself as a market driver able to steer industry policy through government-wide procurement strategies. James Peake , M.D., Who Is Impacted?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The most recent guidance is one more step towards using that purchasing power to direct industry practice towards increased security, responsibility, and interoperability. James Peake , M.D., James Peake , M.D., Who Is Impacted?

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ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

Upstream covers all the strategic procurement activities such as spend analysis, sourcing, contract management and supplier management (which includes supplier information, risk and performance management). Downstream activities include e-procurement , purchase orders, invoice automation and accounts payable and payment processes.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Additionally, this lack of diversity in supply chains can lead to overreliance on a few select suppliers. Key Findings from the National Audit Office Report The NAO report offers a detailed analysis of the current state of competition in public procurement, highlighting several key areas of concern.

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ivalua

MARCH 5, 2023

We’ll also hear from Otto Tell, Business Navigation Manager & Digital Leader – Global Purchasing Development at IKEA and Karolina Hagberg Chinell, CPO at Ahlsell. Breakout Sessions This year, we’ve invited industry thought leaders to join 8 expert panels covering data, supplier collaboration, procurement finance, and vendor management.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

MARCH 12, 2024

Given the complexities of navigating multi-tiered global supply chains, contractors should act without delay to understand their obligations and initiate the investigations and develop the internal processes needed to assure compliance with this new rule. According to the Implementing Instructions for E.O.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

MARCH 24, 2025

Aimed primarily at imports from key trading partners, these tariffs are set to significantly affect a wide array of goods, directly highlighting the impact of US tariffs on UK supply chains. For procurement professionals, this development presents new challenges in cost management, supplier relationships, and regulatory compliance.

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Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 12, 2025

They follow public procurement best practices strategies that help you not only win contracts but keep them coming. Crafting A Winning Procurement Strategy A proactive approach gives you the edge. Ethical Procurement Public sector buyers want fairness, transparency, and responsible sourcing.

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