Squaring patriotism with best value
13 September 2012
Decisions for public-sector purchasers are becoming more complex as they face renewed calls to support UK suppliers. Robin Parker reports
The days of organisations seeing purchasers as their pen-pushers might be over, but few would argue that the profession is yet in a position where it can directly influence the corporate agenda.
Procurement professionals are increasingly being asked to look beyond the core value they bring – managing spend in such a way that provides value for money - to support...