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Ways to master strategic interaction with game theory

17 October 2024

Game theory is revolutionising interaction, transforming everyday conversations into fun, strategic games that lead to better outcomes.

Game theory is revolutionising interaction, transforming everyday conversations into fun, strategic games that lead to better outcomes.
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Ways to up your game: Lessons in procurement leadership

21 November 2024

From keeping your hands dirty to remembering your humility – procurement leaders at Asda and Rolls-Royce share how to be a good manager.

From keeping your hands dirty to remembering your humility – procurement leaders at Asda and Rolls-Royce share how to be a good manager.
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What if I don’t want to manage people?

14 May 2024

Becoming a manager is not the only route to a fulfilling career. Here are some other options, as discussed on CIPS Connect.

Becoming a manager is not the only route to a fulfilling career. Here are some other options, as discussed on CIPS Connect.
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What's driving our two-speed economy?

29 January 2024

Markets are predicting interest rate cuts, but are they jumping the gun, asks CIPS chief economist Dr John Glen.

Markets are predicting interest rate cuts, but are they jumping the gun, asks CIPS chief economist Dr John Glen.
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Which MCIPS route is best for me?

03 April 2024

It’s important to pick the right route to MCIPS, the globally recognised standard of procurement and supply excellence. Here are the options.

It’s important to pick the right route to MCIPS, the globally recognised standard of procurement and supply excellence. Here are the options.
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Why are soft skills so important for supply chain management jobs?

26 October 2023

As roles adapt to business trends, soft skills such as problem-solving and negotiation become crucial in supply chain management.

As roles adapt to business trends, soft skills such as problem-solving and negotiation become crucial in supply chain management.