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

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

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Supporting Construction Procurement in the Public Sector with the Common Assessment Standard

Supporting Construction Procurement in the Public Sector with the Common Assessment Standard

Through the Crown Commercial Service partnership, Achilles can ensure compliance with the Common Assessment Standard. Watch our video now to learn more.

2024 Construction Sector Risks | Navigating Supply Chain Hotspots | A Visual Guide

2024 Construction Sector Risks | Navigating Supply Chain Hotspots | A Visual Guide

This latest infographic provides a visual strategic overview of the pressing concerns poised to shape construction supply chains over the coming months.

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

The differences between Lieferkettengesetz (LKSG) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).

The differences between Lieferkettengesetz (LKSG) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).

Understanding the differences and similarities between these two pieces of…

The Evolution of Building Safety: The Building Safety Act, Amendments, and Aligning with Industry Standards

The Evolution of Building Safety: The Building Safety Act, Amendments, and Aligning with Industry Standards

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

White Paper: An introduction to Supply Chain Due Diligence Best Practice

White Paper: An introduction to Supply Chain Due Diligence Best Practice

Companies must now demonstrate a clear understanding of the impact…

Supply chain management – In-house or outsourced?

Supply chain management – In-house or outsourced?

Supply chain management often looks easy to the business, but,…

A better way to do business with Achilles

A better way to do business with Achilles

A conversation with Smitha Shetty, Achilles Regional Director for APAC.…

7 Steps to best practice supply chain compliance

7 Steps to best practice supply chain compliance

The world’s biggest companies are increasingly finding themselves caught up…

CRSD and EU CS DDD – What’s the difference and what do they mean for business?

CRSD and EU CS DDD – What’s the difference and what do they mean for business?

Legislators within the European Union have been busy for several…