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

American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Develop a Strategic Procurement Plan Procurement shouldn’t be reactive; it should be proactive. Start by developing a strategic plan that aligns procurement goals with your organization’s overall objectives.

Purchasing 58

Purchasing Procurement Supplier Supply Chain 58

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. AI supports the development and deployment of effective strategic plans for enhanced profitability.

Procurement 52

Procurement Procurement Team Supply Chain Quality 52

Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 7, 2023

Given the magnitude of the resources required, there are three possible courses of action: redirecting existing resources towards new resilient and low-carbon investment priorities; improving the quality of investments; and achieving greater mobilization of public and private resources.

Finance 52

Finance Price Sustainability Capacity 52