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Zara – The Benefits of Agile Procurement / Supply Chain

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The key to Zara’s ability to establish an agile Supply Chain rests on the following unique approaches: Procurement Methodology: Zara’s Procurement team doesn’t work on the number of finished clothes but on the quantity of raw materials needed to manufacture the clothes. Zara’s Supply Chain Approach. Spare Capacity.

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Meet The Buyer 2024 brings businesses together for Scotland’s largest free procurement event

Scottish Government Procurement

Come along to meet with procurement teams, buyers and supply chains to learn about upcoming projects and tender opportunities across Scotland and the UK. Register Now Meet the Buyer 2024 is aimed towards small and medium sized businesses from across Scotland. However, all are welcome!

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Charging Forward: Public sector EVs pose both challenges and opportunities for state agencies and their partners

American City & Country

Across the country, state and local procurement teams are taking up the call to expand electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. Additionally, the rapid pace of technological advancements in the EV sector can make it difficult for procurement teams to keep up, leading to concerns about the long-term viability of their investments.

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5 Tips to Leverage Digital Tools to Deliver Tangible Sustainability Improvements

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Michelin Group’s Hélène Vermont joined the discussion to share how applying these practices has propelled her procurement team to emerge as a leader in sustainability a nd Corporate Social Responsibility. In many countries, teams face increasing financial obligations and societal contributions. ESG Objectives for Buyers.

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The Role Of Social Value In Public Procurement: Driving Community Impact

Tracker Intelligence

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Sustainable public procurement practices often aligns with the UNs SDGs, particularly goals related to decent work, reduced inequalities, and climate action. How To Embed Social Value In The Public Procurement Process?

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Friday Flash 12/20/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Shipping packaging means packaging that serves as protection for the goods to ensure safe transport to the end customer, including ancillary or redundant packaging. Ancillary packaging, transport packaging or tertiary packaging means packaging intended to secure the product, such as packing peanuts, wrapping materials, or molded materials.