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December 2009

NEWS

Irish Rail loses millions to procurement fraudThe Irish national state railway company lost 2.6 million through fraud, poor purchasing and a failure to follow procurement rules, according to a devastating audit.
Commodity prices forced up by supply constraintsThe input prices index from the Global Manufacturing PMI, compiled by Markit on behalf of JPMorgan, continued to rise in October, signalling higher average input prices for the third successive month.
India boosts its manufacturing opportunitiesThe Indian government hopes to increase the capability of its manufacturing industry by introducing a new procurement clause.
Detailed plans required to repair US public purchasingFresh contracting guidance aimed at overhauling US public sector purchasing doesnt go far enough to tackle the governments procurement problems, according to one US senator.
Website launched for buyers in NorwayThe Norwegian government has launched a website to bring clarity to procurement laws and help buyers and suppliers network.
Top 15 tips on doing business in ChinaThere are many myths about how to be successful when doing business in China. Heres some advice that should help ensure success in the long-term.

FEATURES

Inside the mind of salesWhat are some of the burning issues faced by bid and proposal managers? What can buyers do to improve their own sourcing processes and boost efficiency and competition? Graham Ablett and Andy Moorhouse find out
Taking the controlsThe year 2009 has been a tough one for commercial airlines. Allie Anderson examines the impact of the economic downturn on the industry and the approaches taken to tackle it

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