The Importance of Compliance in Procurement Processes
Compliance means different things to different people but in essence it is following the procurement rules and norms. This includes...
I Am Afraid of Using AI as a Government Employee. What Should I Do?
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence in government operations has left many public servants feeling apprehensive and uncertain. If you’re...
Understanding the Procurement Cycle: From Need Identification to Contract Closure
Quoting Scottie from the original ‘Star Trek’ series: “The RRRRight tool, for the RRRRight Job”. This means selecting the right...
How consultants help identify and mitigate risk
Overview The expectations on public sector procurement professionals to be up-to-speed on all of the possible issues related to risk,...
Negotiating Contracts in Canada: Tips for Contract Managers
Overview The expectations on public sector procurement professionals to be up-to-speed on all of the possible issues related to risk,...
The Essential Stages of the Contract Management Lifecycle
Contract Management is an essential element of the procurement lifecycle as it helps to mitigate risks, ensure compliance and achieve...
The Impact of Humourbragging for Job Candidates in the Canadian Public Sector
In the competitive landscape of job applications and interviews, candidates often seek unique ways to stand out. One intriguing phenomenon...
Simplifying Public Sector Procurement: Strategies to Increase Sme Participation
This article explores practical approaches to streamline public sector procurement processes and focuses on increasing participation from Small and Medium-sized...
When should procurement be outsourced?
A big challenge in public sector procurement is being able to attract and retain competent staffing. Talent is hard to...
Contract Management’s Impact on Procurement Efficiency
Contract Management is often thought to be the last step in the Procurement life cycle but instead it is both...
Exploring the Foundations of Canadian Contract Law within Procurement Practices
Introduction: In the realm of Canadian public sector procurement, understanding competitive bid laws is essential for ensuring fair, transparent, and...
Evolution of the Status Quo
Author : Chris Sheel Delivering major capital projects on time and on budget has always been a challenging and elusive...
Procurement Planning: Steps for Issuing a Solicitation
Author : Graham Allen Procurement planning is foundational to preparing and issuing a successful solicitation. The following article outlines the...
Indigenous Procurement – An exciting new challenge
Author : Edward Claringbold Over the past three years, I have been the Procurement Lead for the First Nation Procurement...
Mentoring in Procurement
Author : Trish Rafuse As a seasoned public procurement professional you have likely taken your share of procurement related courses...
Procurement & Contract Planning: Canadian Public Sector Guide
Author: Graham Allen It is often said, “… working in public procurement is akin to being in a fish bowl...
The ins and outs of Collaborative Procurement
Navigating the public procurement process can be challenging enough then add in Buying Groups, GPO’s or group purchasing organization, collaborative...
The Importance of Ethical Procurement Practices in Public Sectors
Author: Helen Doucette “Accept the bid from ABC Company” said the VP of Finance to the Director of Procurement. “I...
Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 2
Author: Graham Allen In the second of two parts of “Navigation the Five Steps of the Procurement Journey” we’ll be...
Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 1
Author: Graham Allen There are many similarities and differences between public and private procurement. However, the greatest overlap is the...
Balancing Efficiency and Effectiveness in Procurement
Author: Larry Berglund As part of the assessment on the ability of a supply chain department to deliver value effectively,...
how to manage contractor performance
Author: Liz Busch Despite how well we plan our procurement projects, your contractor’s performance may not be what you were...
what is the difference between public and private sector procurement?
As a company that provides education in public procurement, this is perhaps the most common question that arises. While there are...
Strategies for Designing a Contract Management Plan
Author: Liz Busch Planning for a procurement should consider the entire procurement lifecycle, including contract management and close-out. However, it’s...
Finding the 2nd Right Answer: The Planning Phase of Procurement
Author: Larry Berglund The anchoring effect in decisions can be a self-limiting influence. Our awareness of past practices has a...
Latest Articles
- The Importance of Compliance in Procurement Processes
- I Am Afraid of Using AI as a Government Employee. What Should I Do?
- Understanding the Procurement Cycle: From Need Identification to Contract Closure
- How consultants help identify and mitigate risk
- Negotiating Contracts in Canada: Tips for Contract Managers