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PODCAST: How MetLife is Applying Automation to the Sourcing Process
Guest: Mahmood Shah, Director Global Procurement, MetLife “We have to be able to talk in…
Risky Business: How Procurement Technologies Help Reduce Risk
In many ways, procurement leaders are still trying to solve the same problems they were…
Is Procurement ‘Dumbing Down’ Contracts?
Twice in the last week I have had conversations with people who think that procurement…
How To Help Your Recruiter Nail Your Job Search
Want to work in a role where the grass is greener? Six Degrees Executive consultant…
The Future of E-Commerce: Creating a Competitive Advantage with Supply Chain
The e-commerce market is rapidly expanding in Australia. Retailers and e-tailers increasingly need to review…
PODCAST: How the NBA Thinks Differently About Procurement Leadership
Guest: Joe Postiglione, Chief Procurement Officer, National Basketball Association If we were to describe a…
Top 5 Ways to Speed Up Slow Procurement Processes
It’s nearly 2020 and slow business processes just don’t cut it anymore. With political instability,…
Last chance to register: Two day Lean-Agile Procurement Certification Workshop Sydney
Last chance to register for this Two Day Certification Workshop: Competitive Advantage via Lean-Agile Procurement…
Why we should eliminate the “B word”
Constantly being busy is doing us more harm than good. Here’s an approach that helps…
Revolutionize your communications skills for great procurement wins
Whether it be making a business case or influencing to drive change, communication is crucial.…
Is the job dead? The future of work is now!
The future of work is such a topical issue and there is so much talk…
How the Modern Slavery Act impacts Australian businesses
On 1 January 2019, the Modern Slavery Act 2018 came into effect, heralding a new…
How smarter hiring can help Australia’s disengaged employee epidemic
Globally, businesses are facing an epidemic of disengaged employees. A Gallup report revealed 71% of Australians are…
Black Box, Explainability and Trust in Procurement AI
How can you build trust in procurement AI when you can’t understand how it has…
Managing In A World Of Ambiguity
We are living in a world where it is easier to identify something is happening…
Enhance your Career Prospects by Getting Ahead of Procurement Trends
The PASA Premier ConfeX has developed a reputation for being at the forefront of procurement…
The Pros And Cons Of Frequent Reporting
Every time reporting season rolls around, in Australia and around the world, the discussion of…
How To Address Procurement’s Influence Challenge Before 2020
CPOs and other procurement professionals have been wringing their hands over their functions’ lack of…
PODCAST: Why Digital Transformation Puts Procurement at the Heart of the Enterprise
Guest: Jon Hansen, Founder, Procurement Insights According to research undertaken by today’s guest, Procurement Insights…
Lean Agile Procurement at Auckland Council
The Procurement team at Auckland Council was brave enough to apply the Lean Agile approach…
The days of the 1,000 page contract are gone
Twice last week, I heard from business executives that long, complex agreements are a thing…
Get Recognised for your Outstanding Procurement Contribution
It’s not too late to see your name in lights as the Winner of the…
Why Procurement Is Not Advancing To the Next Level
Global competition has changed the way executives value the improvements reached by Purchasing and Supply…
Hays: Key Drivers For Organisational Restructures Revealed
54% of Australian employers are currently restructuring their department or organisation to keep up with…
PODCAST: Embracing the Power of “Good” Conflict
Guest: Jason Cammorata, Vice President, Strategic Sourcing, MDC Partners No one wants conflict for its…
Three ways to attract your region’s top procurement talent
It can be dispiriting when you advertise for a procurement role but only a handful…
Experience Remains King When It Comes To Career Advancement
Work experience has a significantly greater impact on career progression than formal education or continuous…
Become the Lean-agile Procurement Champion in your Organisation
Competitive Advantage via Lean-Agile Procurement – Two Day Certification Workshop 18th & 19th September 2019…
Dispelling the 5G hype
There’s a lot of buzz surrounding 5G and what it promises to deliver beyond today’s…
Break the Mould at the 7th PASA Premier ConfeX – 8th & 9th October, Melbourne
Breaking the Mould – A Programme with a difference The programme in 2019 will also…