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Procurement professionals sound the alarm for sustained consumer price increases in 2026

03 February 2026

CIPS Pulse Survey signals rising costs across shipping, energy and inputs—foreshadowing renewed pressure on consumer prices Global supply chains are entering 2026 facing heightened instability, as procurement professionals warn that cost volatility across logistics, energy and critical inputs is becoming a permanent feature of international trade rather than a temporary disruption.

CIPS Pulse Survey signals rising costs across shipping, energy and inputs—foreshadowing renewed pressure on consumer prices Global supply chains are entering 2026 facing heightened instability, as procurement professionals warn that cost volatility across logistics, energy and critical inputs is becoming a permanent feature of international trade rather than a temporary disruption.
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MUHAKAT and CIPS Successfully Conclude “Shaping the Future of Procurement” Event in Jordan

30 January 2026

MUHAKAT, in collaboration with CIPS, successfully concluded the CIPS Partner Event: Shaping the Future of Procurement on Saturday, 24 January 2026, at the Landmark Hotel in Amman-Jordan. The event brought together 500 procurement professionals, public-sector representatives, and industry leaders from across Jordan and the wider Arab region for an evening dedicated to learning, knowledge exchange, and professional networking.

MUHAKAT, in collaboration with CIPS, successfully concluded the CIPS Partner Event: Shaping the Future of Procurement on Saturday, 24 January 2026, at the Landmark Hotel in Amman-Jordan. The event brought together 500 procurement professionals, public-sector representatives, and industry leaders from across Jordan and the wider Arab region for an evening dedicated to learning, knowledge exchange, and professional networking.
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CIPS & UNDP partnership evolves with a new advanced learning programme

26 January 2026

CIPS and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are expanding their successful long-term partnership, with the launch of the NEW UNDP Level 5 and 6 CIPS Corporate Award Advanced Practitioner Programme, a new pathway to MCIPS Chartered Status.

CIPS and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) are expanding their successful long-term partnership, with the launch of the NEW UNDP Level 5 and 6 CIPS Corporate Award Advanced Practitioner Programme, a new pathway to MCIPS Chartered Status.
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RS releases 2026 Indirect Procurement Report: ‘Uncertainty Driving Efficiency’

21 January 2026

RS, in association with CIP, has released its 2026 Indirect Procurement Report ‘Uncertainty Driving Efficiency’. The report explores the current state of play for those responsible for procurement of supplies supporting maintenance, repair and operations (MRO).

RS, in association with CIP, has released its 2026 Indirect Procurement Report ‘Uncertainty Driving Efficiency’. The report explores the current state of play for those responsible for procurement of supplies supporting maintenance, repair and operations (MRO).

DFE and CIPS sign new MOU to strengthen commercial capability in education

07 January 2026

CIPS and the Department for Education (DfE) have launched a new four-year strategic partnership. The two organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which aims to build and enhance procurement knowledge within the schools sector. We are very of proud of this partnership that has already been strengthening success in multi-academy trusts (MATs)and schools across England.

CIPS and the Department for Education (DfE) have launched a new four-year strategic partnership. The two organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which aims to build and enhance procurement knowledge within the schools sector. We are very of proud of this partnership that has already been strengthening success in multi-academy trusts (MATs)and schools across England.
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Maxfield E. Weiss Appointed by CIPS as Global Head of Sustainability

18 December 2025

CIPS is pleased to announce the appointment of Maxfield E. Weiss as its new Global Head of Sustainability. Weiss, a recognised leader in corporate sustainability and global environmental accountability, joins CIPS as the organisation accelerates its sustainability agenda and strengthens the capabilities that will shape the profession’s future.

CIPS is pleased to announce the appointment of Maxfield E. Weiss as its new Global Head of Sustainability. Weiss, a recognised leader in corporate sustainability and global environmental accountability, joins CIPS as the organisation accelerates its sustainability agenda and strengthens the capabilities that will shape the profession’s future.