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January 2010

NEWS

Collaborative print framework to save Australia millionsAustralia has set up a AUS$220 million (£125.5 million) cross-government print deal to save public money.
Spyker races to UK vendor to reduce production costsA Dutch luxury sportscar manufacturer, Spyker, is to transfer production of its cars from the Netherlands to a UK supplier.
Irish SMEs suffer payments abuseSmall and medium-sized businesses in Ireland are being crucified by late payments, according to the Irish Small & Medium Enterprises Association.
The Dos and Donts of Procurement OutsourcingAre you thinking of outsourcing your purchasing function? Here are ten tips to consider.
Procurement law dispute threatens Bangladesh development projectsThe World Bank overreacted by insisting some of its projects are exempt from new procurement rules, according to anti-corruption NGO Transparency International (TI).
Global growth rebound lacks conviction at end of yearThe global purchasing managers index recovered some of Novembers lost ground, rising from 51.7 to 53.4 in December.

FEATURES

Beware of the risks, and snap up the opportunities in 2010Supply chain risk management is going to be an increasing priority for CEOs in 2010, so CPOs need to be aware of its pitfalls and potential.
What does the new remedies directive mean for public buyers in the EU?New rules for public sector purchasers across Europe have come into force. Lawyer Ohad Soudry examines their impact.

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