- 30
- AUG
- 2011
Human resources development - 5% problem, 95% solution
Author: Ian George - Categories: Talent
When it comes to business, people tend to make up around 5% of the problems, but 95% of the solution to those problems. more
- 17
- AUG
- 2011
Information systems - the food of the gods (and procurement)
Author: Ian George - Categories: Technology & Apps, Procurement Intelligence
When we think about the role of procurement as coordinating internal requirements with often complex external supply networks, the need for good quality and timely information is obvious. more
- 08
- AUG
- 2011
Supplier Performance Measurement - reap what you sow
Author: Ian George - Categories: Supplier Relationship Management
Suppliers can have such a huge effect on the performance of the customer business that it is an absolute imperative that they have clear direction as to what is key to that customer. more
- 02
- AUG
- 2011
Procurement performance measurement: describing your core competencies
Author: Ian George - Categories: Procurement Strategy, Talent
Your staff have some great solutions to the problems that you face. Unfortunately, there a number of reasons why they don't or can't do anything with those solutions. more
- 28
- JUL
- 2011
Stakeholder integration: the politics of procurement
Author: Ian George - Categories: Procurement Strategy, Supplier Relationship Management
Much has been written about the importance of procurement's role in developing effective supplier relationships. However, much less focus has been placed on the importance for procurement to look inwards and build cooperative relationships with its peer functions and stakeholders. more
- 20
- JUL
- 2011
Proactive supplier development: win together, lose on your own
Author: Ian George - Categories: Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement Strategy
Many organisations accept the need for a business strategy that will guide their development and performance objectives. But, how many organisations look beyond their own boundaries to the supplier network that feeds them with resources and competencies? more
- 11
- JUL
- 2011
Procurement GPS: Reactive Supplier Development - free consultancy at your expense
Author: Ian George - Categories: Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement Strategy
The impact that poor supplier performance can have on your own organisation should never be underestimated. Studies have shown that as much as 20% of an organisation's costs are not only avoidable, but are a consequence of its suppliers' inability to get their own house in order. more
- 28
- JUN
- 2011
Procurement GPS: Supply Management - making value flow
Author: Ian George - Categories: Supplier Relationship Management, Risk, Procurement Strategy
Is supply management an art or a science? Yes, we can use complex algorithms to predict and plan for requirements, but my experience is that unless you operate within a reasonably stable environment, predictions are either wrong or lucky. more
