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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.

The Benefits of a CAS Audit for UK Construction Contractors

The Benefits of a CAS Audit for UK Construction Contractors

For construction contractors and clients across the UK, the Common…

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…

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…

How to Develop an Effective Emergency Response Plan

How to Develop an Effective Emergency Response Plan

Learn how to create a strong emergency response plan, improve workplace emergency preparedness, and ensure business continuity with proactive 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.

How to Ensure Supply Chain Compliance in Australian Construction? The Due Diligence Guide

How to Ensure Supply Chain Compliance in Australian Construction? The Due Diligence Guide

As Australia’s construction sector flourishes, so does the complexity and…

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.  

Supply Chain Risk Hotspots to look out for in the Construction Industry for 2024 and beyond

Supply Chain Risk Hotspots to look out for in the Construction Industry for 2024 and beyond

This article looks at pressing concerns poised to shape construction supply chains over the coming months. 

An update on the CSDDD – what it now means for businesses and what is likely to happen next 

An update on the CSDDD – what it now means for businesses and what is likely to happen next 

You could be forgiven for losing track of where things…

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

Aligning the Building Safety Act through Common Assessment Standard V4

Aligning the Building Safety Act through Common Assessment Standard V4

Investigates the act's history, regulatory updates, and efforts of Build UK’s Common Assessment Standard (CAS) to align industry standards.

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) 

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) 

The world of sustainability is awash with acronyms and it…