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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.

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. 

Utilities Dynamic Market and Dynamic Market Notice : Everything You Need to Know

Utilities Dynamic Market and Dynamic Market Notice : Everything You Need to Know

The Procurement Act 2023 (expected to go-live in February 2025)…

An Introduction to EU Forced Labour Regulation  

An Introduction to EU Forced Labour Regulation  

On the 13 March 2024, the European Union agreed to adopt legislation…

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…

Greenstalling: how to avoid the latest net-zero business barrier

Greenstalling: how to avoid the latest net-zero business barrier

You may have heard of greenwashing – but are you prepared for the latest issue that could potentially stop you from reaching your net zero targets?

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

How to adopt an OECD-aligned due diligence approach for CSDDD: An Achilles Step By Step Guide

How to adopt an OECD-aligned due diligence approach for CSDDD: An Achilles Step By Step Guide

Our OECD Best Practice Infographic outlines the 6 steps to…

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.

Best Practice for Navigating Evolving Risks in Global Supply Chains : Strategies for an Interconnected World

In an increasingly interconnected world, where commerce knows no borders and supply chains span continents, the business landscape can be full of opportunity, but also fraught with risk.  

Shining a Light on Sustainability: How Mining Companies Can Partner for ESG Success 

Shining a Light on Sustainability: How Mining Companies Can Partner for ESG Success 

In recent years, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors have…

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) 

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) 

The world of sustainability is awash with acronyms and it…

Achilles data shows exceptional supplier performance for Transport and Infrastructure Safety Compliance

Achilles data shows exceptional supplier performance for Transport and Infrastructure Safety Compliance

The transport sector is a poster child for health and…