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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 Role of ESG in Shaping the Future of Canadian Mining

The Role of ESG in Shaping the Future of Canadian Mining

Mining plays an important role in the global supply chain by providing essential metals and minerals. As the world increasingly focuses on sustainable development, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices have become essential in shaping the future of mining.

Achilles on CSRD: A Guide for Emerging Market Companies 

Achilles on CSRD: A Guide for Emerging Market Companies 

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which came into force…

An Animated Guide to How Achilles can help create a more transparent, efficient and sustainable supply chain.

An Animated Guide to How Achilles can help create a more transparent, efficient and sustainable supply chain.

Achilles transforms complexity into transparency and risk into resilience ensuring your supply chain excels in compliance, sustainability and efficiency. Watch our video.

A Roadmap for Readiness Part 2: The Procurement Act 2023, The steps you need to take to ensure you are ready for the changes.

A Roadmap for Readiness Part 2: The Procurement Act 2023, The steps you need to take to ensure you are ready for the changes.

Part 2 delves into the most recent developments, highlighting the support structures available to take strategic steps that align with your business objectives.

A Roadmap for Readiness Part 1: The Procurement Act 2023, What are you doing to get ready?

A Roadmap for Readiness Part 1: The Procurement Act 2023, What are you doing to get ready?

This 2-part article aims to provide utilities and their suppliers with a roadmap to navigate the complexities of the Procurement Act 2023.

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.  

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)…

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

Complexity in Natural Resources: The Benefits of a Unified Approach to Supplier Risk Management

Complexity in Natural Resources: The Benefits of a Unified Approach to Supplier Risk Management

Natural resources come from diverse and remote locations. Extracting, processing, and transporting them involves complex supply chains and many stakeholders.

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

Understanding the differences and similarities between these two pieces of…

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.