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June 2010

NEWS

Five best-practice steps for every purchaserThere are five key practices purchasing and supply chain professionals should apply to mitigate risks in challenging economic times, according to presenters at the Institute for Supply Management conference.
Purchasers aim to squeeze vendors in 2010Negotiating lower prices from suppliers will continue to be the primary strategy to help buyers tackle the poor economic outlook, a study has revealed.
Top tips on doing business in South AfricaAhead of the football World Cup to be held in the country this month, Larry Beard provides some advice on getting the best out of corporate relations there.
Leadership 'council' drives supply management successThe essential element of all successful supply management organisations is a governing council comprised of influential business leaders from across the company.
World-class firms spend more on minority vendorsThe best performing companies spend around a third more with diverse suppliers than their counterparts, according to research.
Growth in manufacturing strongest since 2004The latest global PMI showed record output in the developed world, but the pace of expansion slowed in emerging markets.
CIPS/UN deal to help developing countriesCIPS is to work with a UN body to improve efficiency and accountability of procurement and supply chain operations in the developing world.

FEATURES

Ten tips on getting best value from consultantsConsultancy purchasing can be a tricky and complex business, writes Ed Haigh. Here is some advice on how to manage this category of spend.
Buyers team with United Nations to build responsible supply chainsThis month the UN will launch guidance and advice for purchasers on how to develop sustainable supply chains. Adrienne Margolis talks to the companies planning to share their experience.