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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.

COVID-19: 5 key steps to guide SMEs through the crisis

We understand this is a hard time for suppliers, with…

COVID-19 Supply chain visibility through data analytics

We’ve collaborated with Rosslyn Data Technologies to leverage Data analytics…

COVID-19: Options for Regulated Procurement in the Utilities Sector

COVID-19: Options for Regulated Procurement in the Utilities Sector

In these unparalleled times, Authorities and Contracting Entities more than…

Women in procurement: thoughts from our Chief Product Officer

Women in procurement: thoughts from our Chief Product Officer

In recognition of International Women’s Day, Katie Tamblin, Chief Product…

Supply chain risk: the global challenge of reducing accidents

Across the world, huge efforts have been made to make…

The challenges of building ethical supply chains on a global scale

The challenges of building ethical supply chains on a global scale

Nuanced, subtle and complex – how speakers described the challenges…

Identifying the weakest links: Avoiding fraud and supply chain corruption

Identifying the weakest links: Avoiding fraud and supply chain corruption

Despite the best efforts of governments, regulators and companies, supply…

What you need to know about anti-bribery laws and your supply chain

What you need to know about anti-bribery laws and your supply chain

Recent research carried out by Ernst and Young highlighted the…

6 ways to improve the success of your RFI process

6 ways to improve the success of your RFI process

Gathering and assessing supplier responses can be time-consuming, and a…

How buyers can create sustainable supply chains

How buyers can create sustainable supply chains

Measuring and reducing carbon footprints, monitoring sourcing credentials – there…

Why accurate supply chain data and supplier prequalification don’t just benefit buyers

Why accurate supply chain data and supplier prequalification don’t just benefit buyers

It is undoubtedly a key objective for buyers to improve their…

Who certifies the certifiers: what happens when your data validation fails?

Who certifies the certifiers: what happens when your data validation fails?

Supply chains rely on the confidence produced by external assurance…