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                                                      Setting KPIs


                                                      Setting Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) is important in order to be able measure performance and then subsequently manage it effectively. KPI’s should be SMART which means Specific, Measureable, Achievable, Relevant and Timely.

                                                      CIPS Procurement Topics

                                                      • CIPS Position on Practice - Monitoring the Performance of Suppliers
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                                                      • White paper - Monitoring the Performance of Suppliers

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