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  • Investment in the futureWhile investment banking has been somewhat off limits to purchasing professionals, applying procurement disciplines to this area can add significant value to a business. Guy Strafford explains how to get involved
  • An intelligent pursuitConducting a supply market analysis for any given commodity is a skill every supply chain professional should master. Elaine Porteous provides some pointers
  • Guide to Strategic SourcingThe fourth of Supply Management's series of guides to the basics of purchasing and supply covers the key steps to implementing an efficient sourcing strategy.
  • Guide to Collaborative workingThe third of Supply Management's practical guides to the basics of purchasing and supply covers how to work collaboratively
  • Commit to canvassFinding out what suppliers really think can enhance your relationship with them, says Andrew Hillman
  • Getting a purchase on trainingBuying external training can cost big bucks and has some big challenges. Chris Atkins looks at how to go about it.
  • Guide to Supplier AppraisalThe second of Supply Management's practical guides to the basics of purchasing and supply covers how to evaluate suppliers
  • Take a look around youWith a renewed focus on risk, internal audits of procurement are on the rise. Paul Desrosiers looks at how to prepare
  • Outsource in 7 stepsHow do you ensure your firm is getting value from IT and BPO investments? Dr Ilan Oshri outlines a method to effective outsourcing management
  • Guide to contract managementEverything you ever wanted to know about contract management ... but were afraid to ask
  • Let's take this outsideOutsourcing technology can save money, but choose the wrong supplier and it will cost you dearly, says Jimmy Desai
  • Meeting approvalQuantifying the cost of meetings and creating a strategy will produce greater benefits than simply saving money
  • Uncovering hidden costsThe issue of cost has never had such a great focus. Irrespective of sector, size or situation, the economic downturn has driven cost high up organisations' agendas.
  • On your marksIt's essential to have the right supplier, but how do you decide who's fit for the job? Peter Smith examines the pros and cons of a few approaches to assessing bids and tenders
  • 10 ways to get noticedIs it possible to lift your profile during a recession? Yes, say these recruiters and purchasers, who've given Rebecca Ellinor their top 10 tips
  • Going fasterThere are risks and advantages to speeding up tender times. Ed Savage describes five ways to make it work
  • Quick ClicksThe fast-moving world of digital marketing is changing almost daily, so how can buyers keep up? Jane Simms gives an overview of the sector
  • The prize is rightRunning a supplier awards ceremony is one way of improving relationships and gaining innovative ideas from vendors. Andy Allen explains how to do it
  • What's on the agenda?David Taylor explains the 10 easy steps to buying meeting space
  • How to buy telecoms servicesThe telecommunications market is highly complex, and buyers should expect to strike contracts with more than one provider, says Sam Tulip
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