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Corruption unchecked in the supply chain 7 Mar 2013 | 03:39 pm
As reported today by the PLN, a recent survey found that half of UK-based businesses check their suppliers for compliance to the UK Bribery Act.
How innovative is your innovation? 28 Feb 2013 | 08:30 pm
Innovation is at the heart of purchasing functions in the future. Markets move faster, consumers’ minds change quicker and procurement must create a supply chain which responds to this volatility.
The UK leaving the EU will be the real bombshell 5 Feb 2013 | 05:03 pm
There has been much made of Greece potentially leaving the Euro, the issue still frequently popping up in Procurement Leaders’ editorial meetings. But another rising issue within the EU is the possibi...
Are 'made in...' labels just made up? The truth about trumpets and procurement 5 Jan 2013 | 05:06 pm
When I’m not writing about procurement, I’m busy playing the trumpet. It’s hard to fit in because these purchasing blogs don’t write themselves, but it’s a rewarding pastime.
Putting trust back into business travel 20 Sep 2012 | 07:32 pm
The lack of transparency in the remuneration models of travel management companies is causing concern for buyers. However, full disclosure from both buyers and TMCs is required to solve the issue.
Procurement planning for 2013: what will set the agenda for next year? 28 Aug 2012 | 09:35 pm
For many in the business world, the summer months are a peaceful period spent on a sunny beach. Buyers, however, are worried as category plans are urgently being forged for the next year.
Steel a march: why low prices may worry buyers 16 Aug 2012 | 07:46 pm
The value of the metal has fallen from $912/tonne in March 2011 to $734 in July of this year. How do we interpret these figures and what do they mean for business?
Social media and procurement – what's wrong with sourcing in public? 25 Jul 2012 | 11:51 pm
There is a perennial discussion within PLN towers about social media. It’s clear that procurement still doesn’t get it, but will these new technologies change the way we do sourcing?
How far should the fibre go? The dilemma facing telecoms operators 18 Jul 2012 | 11:02 pm
Fibre To The Home (FTTH) provides the fastest internet speeds and the greatest bandwidth. There is huge demand for this type of connectivity service from households and enterprises. However many telec...
Airlines consolidate their risk: will this reduce innovation? 11 Jul 2012 | 12:53 am
Both Airbus and Boeing have signalled intentions to lead a new wave of consolidation among their supplier bases.
