Political conflicts in the new year could make life uncomfortable for purchasers, says Steve New
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Budgets, flexible budgets and the behaviour of costs explained.
The Americans are watching their supply chains closely to guard against terrorism. But in Europe there’s a more relaxed attitude, as Elizabeth Barnes found out
The ‘balanced scorecard’ method of measuring performance explained.
The behavioural aspects of budgets
Successful company leaders show a number of common traits. Malcolm Wheatley identifies what keeps them on top
Buy local, buy organic, buy fairtrade. They are laudable aims. But how easy has it been to turn these ideals into reality in Cornwall? Helen Riley investigates
Tighter accounting regulations will make it costlier to use outsourced service providers, says Luvisa Rains
Less than three years after a purchasing review found huge room for improvement, one local authority has become a role model for others. Helen Riley reports
Stung into action by a critical report, Haringey council built a procurement unit from nothing in just a year and is now garnering the praise. David Arminas reports