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  • Source of concernHow far you take responsible procurement through your supply chain depends on the potential risks or benefits, says Shaun McCarthy 27 August 2009
  • 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 22 October 2009
  • Guide to Supplier AppraisalThe second of Supply Management's practical guides to the basics of purchasing and supply covers how to evaluate suppliers 10 June 2010
  • Commit to canvassFinding out what suppliers really think can enhance your relationship with them, says Andrew Hillman 12 October 2010
  • Change for the betterA period of upheaval, when handled correctly, can bring benefits for your organisation. Alan Stevens explores some successful methods of change management 16 April 2009
  • Be quick or deadAs supply chains get longer and more complex, how can companies mitigate risk and drive competitive advantage? Omera Khan, Imran Khan and Ron Jarman make the case for 'design-centric' businesses 09 July 2009
  • 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 09 June 2011
  • A global revolutionA web portal is helping multinationals to share their experiences of embedding CSR into their supply chains.Adrienne Margolis reports 27 August 2009

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  • Oil spill and boat in ocean © iStock BP details supply chain response to oil spillThe supply chain team at the oil and gas firm had to contend with opportunistic 'suppliers' and a shortage of clean-up products in the aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2010.
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  • Source of concernHow far you take responsible procurement through your supply chain depends on the potential risks or benefits, says Shaun McCarthy 27 August 2009
  • 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 22 October 2009

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