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We’ve been a pivotal link between buyers and suppliers for nearly 30 years, which gives us the data and perspective to offer unique insights into supply chains and the topics that shape them. Here you’ll find our take on today’s key issues.

AI-Driven Supply Chain Management – In-House vs Outsourced Solutions

AI-Driven Supply Chain Management – In-House vs Outsourced Solutions

Key Takeaways: AI and Outsourcing in Supply Chain Management Global…

Protecting Swedish Utilities and Construction from Hidden Threats

Protecting Swedish Utilities and Construction from Hidden Threats

In August 2025, Miljödata, a supplier for around 200 Swedish…

From Fragmented Construction Data to Full Visibility

From Fragmented Construction Data to Full Visibility

Explore how UK construction firms can overcome data silos and gain full visibility with integrated risk and compliance tools across the supply chain.

GK Joins StartBANK to Strengthen Supply Chain Transparency and Sustainability

GK Joins StartBANK to Strengthen Supply Chain Transparency and Sustainability

Oslo, Norway, March 18, 2025 – GK, a leading provider…

5 Ways Technology Can Improve Health & Safety Compliance

5 Ways Technology Can Improve Health & Safety Compliance

How Technology is Transforming Health & Safety Compliance Managing health…

How to Build a Strong Safety Culture: Practical Tips for HSEQ Leaders

Discover practical strategies to build a strong safety culture, improve workplace safety, engage suppliers, and reduce risks with data-driven safety management.

How to Conduct a Health and Safety Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Conduct a Health and Safety Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to conduct a health and safety audit to ensure compliance, improve workplace safety, and manage supplier risks with this step-by-step guide.

Health and Safety Audits: How to Manage Contractor Risks & Ensure Compliance

Health and Safety Audits: How to Manage Contractor Risks & Ensure Compliance

Ensure contractor compliance with robust health and safety audits. Reduce risks, improve supplier compliance, and streamline workplace safety management.

What Critical Raw Materials are Posing the Greatest Threat to Global Supply Chains?

What Critical Raw Materials are Posing the Greatest Threat to Global Supply Chains?

Explore eight essential raw materials in shortage for 2024, affecting supply chain security across industries.

PPN 03/24:  Making The Common Assessment Standard the New Industry Benchmark

PPN 03/24:  Making The Common Assessment Standard the New Industry Benchmark

The construction sector is witnessing a notable shift in procurement practices for all contracting authorities. This is particularly noticeable as this article on PPN 03/24 follows closely on the coattails of our previous article surrounding PPN 03/23.  

The 5 qualities of a perfect supplier

The 5 qualities of a perfect supplier

What does the perfect supplier look like in the eyes…

Navigating the PPN 03/23 alongside the Common Assessment Standard:  Efficient, Compliant Procurement

Navigating the PPN 03/23 alongside the Common Assessment Standard:  Efficient, Compliant Procurement

PPN 03/23 revises procurement to streamline and standardise selection of suppliers. It aims to provide clarity to the pre-qualification process