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What Supply Chain Leaders Need to Know About DDMRP: Questions answered from an Overall CIPS Award Winner In this article, Oliver Jones shares his perspective […]
Supply Chain Planning That Actually Works: DDMRP Read More »
Small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the UK economy, accounting for over 99% of all businesses and a significant share of private
Why UK Procurement Teams Should Make Better Use of SMEs (and why it matters) Read More »
In an era defined by rapid technological shifts and global volatility, the traditional boardroom structure is facing a necessary evolution. To explore this shift, I
The Rise of the Chief Value Officer: Navigating Complexity in the Modern Boardroom Read More »
As we move through 2026, Procurement within Financial & Professional Services finds itself at a pivotal moment. After all, after years defined by geopolitical volatility,
What the Procurement Act 2023 has meant in practice, what’s next for 2026, and how the talent market is shifting. A year of the Procurement
The Procurement Act 2023: One Year On Read More »
My experience working across complex infrastructure programmes has seen me recently deliver several recruitment campaigns across water authorities where commercial acumen and stakeholder management are
In a profession that is evolving faster than ever, procurement leaders are increasingly being measured not by the length of their CV, but by the
Neil Hind is a senior procurement and transformation leader, with extensive experience across the NHS, and central and local governments. Operating at Director level, he
Do We Have the Right Procurement Capacity & Capability, and If So, How Do We Fund It? Read More »
Last week I saw a post from someone looking for a single website that aggregates interim market opportunities, ideally also filterable by day rate and
After the huge level of interest in our webinar on this subject gaining over 450+ registrants, we’re continuing the conversation with a practical, in-person event
Event: How to ACE the First 180 Days in a New Procurement Leadership Role Read More »
After 15 years working as an interim procurement leader across industries and sectors , from venture-backed start-ups to public sector giants, high-growth SMEs, and established
Gain Share – The Future of Interim Procurement? Read More »
The way organisations approach contingent labour in procurement is changing, but not at the same pace for everyone. Some organisations have already made a deliberate
Written by Anthony Oliver The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill (2025) will streamline local government by replacing county councils, district councils, and some unitary
Local Government Reorganisation in England: Procurement Implications Read More »
Many businesses think they’re doing procurement—when really, they’re just buying. After years of working across commercial and operational teams, I’ve seen how much value is
From Purchasing to Procurement: What You’re Missing and How to Make the Shift Read More »
Rupert Gaster, Chairman of Procurement Heads, discusses with Will Jenkin his recent work focused on helping organisations build sustainable AI capabilities through a practical roadmap
AI Procurement Strategy: Choosing the Right Path for Organisational AI Capability Read More »
By 2026, workforce planning and recruitment are expected to be among the most critical strategic priorities for the UK public sector. With rising demand for
UK Public Sector Workforce Planning & Recruitment: Predictions for 2026 Read More »
Ginny shares her views on embedding SRM for real impact and how it might affect the Housing Sector. The Procurement Act 2023 has brought about
Embedding SRM for Real Impact Read More »
Charles De-Souza oversees Indirect Procurement at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). He is leading a transformation that redefines procurement as a strategic
Reimagining Procurement at the EBRD: CPO Spotlight with Charles De-Souza Read More »
