Call Now to Connect with an Expert : 250-370-0041
Canadian Procurement & Contracts Training

Articles

Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 1
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
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
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?
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
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
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...
The Purpose of Procurement: How ESG is Changing our Roles
The Purpose of Procurement: How ESG is Changing our Roles
Author: Larry Berglund Major global events have been impacting supply chains for years: the shift from a fossil fuel energy...
Top 10 Foundational Steps To Building A Strong Procurement Strategy
Top 10 Foundational Steps To Building A Strong Procurement Strategy
Author: Liz Busch Do you feel that your organization may not be strategically procuring the goods, services and construction it...
Guide to Modern Vendor Relationships
Guide to Modern Vendor Relationships
Author: Liz Busch Public sector entities rely on the expertise and hard work of their contractors to successfully deliver on...
Doing Deals: Challenges in Negotiations
Doing Deals: Challenges in Negotiations
Author: Larry Berglund Negotiation competencies are a must in procurement. Whether in the private or public sector, you are always...