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Better deals save Surrey Council more than £2 million in six weeks

Local authority negotiates better deals for buses, IT and social care services at the start of the current financial year.

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Obaid Bokisha appointed as new CPO at Etisalat

The UAE telecoms company has appointed a new chief procurement officer as part of its attempt to become one of the world’s top 10.

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UN launches sustainable procurement initiative at Earth Summit

Scheme to use public sector procurement to boost sustainability has already been adopted by 30 governments and institutions.

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UN launches sustainable procurement initiative at Earth Summit

Scheme to use public sector procurement to boost sustainability has already been adopted by 30 governments and institutions.

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Lack of finance means auto suppliers miss expansion chance

Lending conditions have worsened for more than a quarter of suppliers, leaving them unable to take advantage of increased UK manufacturing.

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Virgin Active saves £150,000 with e-procurement

Gym operator saves money on stationery, water treatment and towels by using e-sourcing and e-auctions.

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Virgin Active saves £150,000 with e-procurement

Gym operator saves money on stationery, water treatment and towels by using e-sourcing and e-auctions.

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Offshore wind investment benefits from greater competition

A new approach to funding has boosted competition for licenses, but the scheme needs fine-tuning, according to the National Audit Office.

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Offshore wind investment benefits from greater competition

A new approach to funding has boosted competition for licenses, but the scheme needs fine-tuning, according to the National Audit Office.

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Which organisations have been shortlisted in the 2012 CIPS SM Awards?

The shortlist for the CIPS Supply Management Awards 2012 is revealed today.

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