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Unlocking the power of neurodiversity in procurement

02 May 2024

Andrew Swift FCIPS reflects on the obstacles he’s faced on his journey to CPO at the British Council as a neurodiverse individual. Swift compels the profession to rethink traditional methods of assessment in favour of embracing diversity of thought.

Andrew Swift FCIPS reflects on the obstacles he’s faced on his journey to CPO at the British Council as a neurodiverse individual. Swift compels the profession to rethink traditional methods of assessment in favour of embracing diversity of thought.

Geoff Hopper holding a framed CIPS certificate for Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust

How to take a procurement function to the next level

02 May 2024

Procurement doesn’t just provide savings, says Geoff Hopper from Orchard Hill – it can improve learning outcomes for pupils.

Procurement doesn’t just provide savings, says Geoff Hopper from Orchard Hill – it can improve learning outcomes for pupils.

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How procurement transformed Australia’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout

01 May 2024

Procurement was instrumental in turning around Australia’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout. Jane Wagner, who led the effort, shared how on the CIPS Futures podcast.

Procurement was instrumental in turning around Australia’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout. Jane Wagner, who led the effort, shared how on the CIPS Futures podcast.

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Facing the storm

24 April 2024

This is VUCA world on steroids and we must face it head-on, says CIPS economist Dr John Glen.

This is VUCA world on steroids and we must face it head-on, says CIPS economist Dr John Glen.

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Climate change and modern slavery: A new supply chain risk vector?

18 April 2024

The link between climate change and modern slavery is becoming more apparent. Procurement and supply professionals must dig deeper into their supply chains and go beyond the data to address the evolving risks, says a revealing report.

The link between climate change and modern slavery is becoming more apparent. Procurement and supply professionals must dig deeper into their supply chains and go beyond the data to address the evolving risks, says a revealing report.

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Top tips for FCIPS applications

15 April 2024

Ready to step up? Here’s what you need to know before submitting your FCIPS application, according to CIPS Fellows.

Ready to step up? Here’s what you need to know before submitting your FCIPS application, according to CIPS Fellows.