LEADERS IN SUSTAINBLE AND INNOVATIVE SOURCING
It has been interesting reading the approach from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply in terms of their call for a professional “licence to practice” to protect the public. Understanding the responsibility that lies with the procurement function, in how their actions impact not only their own business but …
Paula Gildert, Global Head Development Strategic Sourcing, Novartis Pharma at Novartis gave her closing speech last night at the CIPS Fellows Autumn Dinner held at the Royal College of Music last night. The evening included Soprano – Soraya Mafi and Piano – Jennifer Carter – performing beautifully, “Quando m’en vo’ …
We recently attended a procurement and diversity event in Florida and it was quite an incredible trip for many reasons; the learning from other peoples experiences in diversity & inclusion, key note speakers – sending us away full of inspiration and confidence, hearing from the buyers directly, understanding what they …
Here at The Sourcing Team we have a culture of continual improvement and development, involving our staff, our clients and our suppliers. We continually review our policies and procedures to ensure they are up to date and relevant to an ever changing world. Environmental/Sustainability – As Silver members of The …
Following a report by German green MEP Heide Rὕhle claiming that small & medium sized companies (SME’s) are disadvantaged when completing public procurement tenders, the Commissioner said that “simplification is the first priority” and / he would end the requirement to supply endless documents during the bidding phase – thank …
Q. What do I need to consider to meet European requirements? A. Our job is to check all the risks, legislation and general product safety and advise accordingly. Q. What does cost to be compliant? A. We have to advise on specific products and campaigns, generally it doesn’t cost you …
The Toy Safety Directive (2009 TSD) entered into force in July 2009 and will be applicable to toys placed on the market from 20thJuly 2011. The chemical provisions section will be applicable from 20thJuly 2013. Manufacturers will need to conform to the requirements by means of a conformity assessment procedure …