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Australian Government: Environmental Sustainable Procurement Policy

Australian Government: Environmental Sustainable Procurement Policy

The Australian Government is making strides towards sustainability with the upcoming Environmentally Sustainable Procurement (ESP) Policy, set to commence in July 2024. This policy aims to integrate circular economy principles into procurement practices, promoting environmental responsibility and innovation across various sectors. Here’s the low-down:  What it is: The ESPP is…
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How Early Procurement Gets You What You Want: Insider Strategies Revealed! 

Procurement Professional Services

Here’s a day in the life of a Procurement Professional:  “How did I not know about this? Why was this not on the sourcing project plan? When did you decide to go to market?”   Many procurement professionals experience these moments of surprise and frustration, which typically arise from being brought…
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Outsourcing vs. In-House: Why Procurement Consultants Outperform in Strategic Sourcing 

Procurement Strategy Consulting

Welcome to Part 2 of our exploration into Strategic Sourcing Strategies. Having laid the groundwork by defining strategic sourcing and its key components in Part 1, we now turn our focus to the invaluable contributions of procurement consultants.   In this segment, we will explore how these experts apply their deep market insights…
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Rethinking Strategic Sourcing: A Guide from Procurement Consultants  

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Abraham Lincoln’s words echo profoundly in the world of strategic sourcing, where preparation, precision, and the right tools define the success of procurement strategies. A well-crafted strategic sourcing strategy that is…
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AI in Procurement: Part 3 – Bots, Benefits & Ethics

In this series, we discuss AI’s impact on procurement. We’ve unpacked GenAI in Part 1 and delved into the predictive power of Machine Learning in reshaping procurement strategies and decision-making in Part 2. In the final instalment, we pivot towards the negotiation arena, introducing Haggle Bots and discussing the broader cases…
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AI in Procurement: Part 2 – Predicting & Decisioning

Welcome back to our exploration of AI’s impact on Procurement. If you missed Part 1, which covered the basics of AI in Procurement and the ground-breaking role of GenAI, make sure to catch up. Now, we dive deeper into Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics, demonstrating their pivotal roles in refining…
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AI in Procurement: Part 1 – Hello GenAI

Procurement is radically transforming with the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The potential is ginormous. Is that an enormous overstatement? Amara said that society tends to overstate the short-term effects of technology while underestimating its long-term implications. In this three-part series, we will explore how AI automates and optimises Procurement,…
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Unlocking Value – The Role of Procurement Consulting in Business Success – Part 2

Procurement consulting goes beyond simply finding the cheapest supplier. It’s a strategic approach to optimising the entire procurement process, aligning it with your business objectives to unlock significant value.   If you missed Part 1, be sure to catch up on our introduction to procurement consulting’s strategic significance. Now, in…
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Unlocking Value – The Role of Procurement Consulting in Business Success – Part 1

Introduction Procurement consulting has become crucial for businesses since it assists companies in optimising what they spend and how they spend which is pivotal for managing costs, driving for value (and competitive advantage) and reducing risk. 1% improvement in procurement can deliver results equivalent to a 10% increase in sales….
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Open vs Closed Tenders: A Deeper Dive into Making the Right Choice

Introduction In our first discussion titled “Open vs Closed Tenders: the Benefits & the Downsides” we covered the basics of open and closed tenders, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each. Open tenders open the door to a broader array of suppliers, promoting transparency and competition, but can lead to…
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