Steve Bagshaw blogs from Orlando, Florida, where he picks up the definition at the 96th annual international supply management conference
If you are willing to take a risk, inauspicious purchases could net you a good deal, writes Lindsay Clark
Management just need to increase their level of satisfaction and the savings will come in, says Alison Smith
An argument over electric cars in Dundee shows the need for greater engagement between elected officials and those they serve, says Angeline Albert
As SM went to press, Lloyds Banking Group issued a statement announcing a £3.4 billion loss for the first quarter of 2011. The largest chunk of this is the £3.2 billion the bank has set aside to pay compensation to customers who believe they were mis-sold a payment protection insurance policy. Its decision is expected [...]
Collaboration and streamlined policies are helping HR and procurement to improve services at Westminster City Council.
The killing of Osama bin Laden, almost 10 years after 9/11, demonstrates that deeply desired outcomes require determination and patience,
Buyers should be less risk averse when it comes to supplier selection, writes Richard Tadman
The new CIPS/Cranfield network combines a powerful peer group with the latest knowledge resources.
Following our feature on body language in the April issue, some alternative interpretations have come to light – and most result in the same outcome.
