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Category Archives: 2012
PFI projects are too slow, too expensive and too uncompetitive, say MPs
The Public Accounts Committee has published a critical report into PFI deals, concluding they “do not serve investors or taxpayers well”.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Staffordshire Council signs Capita to save £18.5 million in purchasing
The Midlands authority has struck a three-year deal with the outsourcing provider where it will be paid based on the savings it makes.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Labour peer states procurement wasn’t a priority before crash
Lord Andrew Adonis explains that those who weren’t interested in procurement when he was in office, now find it high on their agenda.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Ed's choice public sector, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Risk & continuity, SRM
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Commercial projects boost construction sector
The industry continued to expand in April but at a slower rate than 12-month high seen the previous month.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, PMI reports, Purchasing, Resources
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Prompt payment a priority for most purchasers
84 per cent of buyers said ensuring suppliers are paid on time is a priority at their organisation.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, SM 100, SRM, Supply chain
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Fall in export orders slows UK manufacturing growth
The manufacturing sector continued to grow in April, but at a slower rate compared to figures recorded for March.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, PMI reports, Purchasing, Resources
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NGO calls for international body to tackle commodity cartels
Revenue from fines for anti-competitive behaviour should be used to help developing countries earn more from their exports, according to CUTS International.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, International, Law, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Buyers lock in contracts to mitigate energy price rises
A survey reveals energy purchasers are signing deals at current rates for the future to avoid the impact of expected increases.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Risk & continuity
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CIPS Middle East Awards 2012 shortlist announced
Nine companies have reached the shortlist for the inaugural annual celebration of the procurement and supply chain profession in the region.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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EC sets 2016 as deadline for e-procurement
The European Commission has announced that all public sector authorities will have to carry out their purchasing electronically within the next four years.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Technology
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