- 29
- SEP
- 2011
Video Blog: Green Procurement
Author: Maggie Slowik - Categories: CSR & Green
This video provides an introduction to our upcoming Executive Webinar on Green Procurement, hosted by myself and the Head of Executive Research at the PIU, Tom Seal. more
- 29
- SEP
- 2011
When will China stop being a sourcing destination?
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Global Sourcing, Economy & Current Affairs
China may soon become the world's largest economy. However, the risks present in China are still those of the emerging market - and the transition to importer-state may be messier than many anticipate. more
- 28
- SEP
- 2011
Does procurement spend too much time worrying what other departments think of it?
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Procurement Strategy
Get enough buyers together in a room and the conversation will eventually turn to credibility. But is this helpful? Is procurement a department with a chip on its shoulder? more
- 27
- SEP
- 2011
Big Four market grip under attack - EU proposes audit reforms
Author: Jonathan Webb - Categories: Indirect Spend
A recent reports calls for a radical overhaul of the audit industry. Plans prepared by the EU Directorates General for the Internal Market calls for the dividing of auditing from advisory activities. more
- 26
- SEP
- 2011
Who is responsible for suppliers' ethical standards?
Author: Kayleigh Ryan - Categories: CSR & Green, Risk
A blog on Apple’s recent supply chain mishap written by my colleague Maggie Slowik caused quite a furore last week when blog contributors disagreed over who should take responsibility for suppliers’ ethical issues. Are companies 100% responsible for their supply chain blunders? more
- 22
- SEP
- 2011
Procurement's people problem
Author: Jordan Early - Categories: Procurement Strategy, Talent
How can procurement expect to attract talent when that talent has never heard of procurement? What do you think? How did you enter the procurement function? more
- 21
- SEP
- 2011
Mexico's supply chain - a risky business
Author: Kayleigh Ryan - Categories: Risk, Global Sourcing
Another day, another horrific story to come from Mexico. Yesterday a major road in the state of Veracruz on the eastern coast of Mexico was blocked by Mexican gunmen and 35 of their victims' bodies. But, what has this to do with procurement? more
- 20
- SEP
- 2011
What is the best procurement strategy for the recession?
Author: - Categories: Working Capital
Procurement, representing a high proportion of costs, is a critical area of improvement for private equity firm when trying to turnaround companies. Managers and owners need to focus on this particular aspect of the business and choose the right strategy to improve performance and profitability. more
