Regional Member Events
Economic instability - spotlight on procurement
Companies operate in an increasingly global and competitive market and are now faced with growing economic uncertainty. There are too many examples of companies that have tried the 'quick and dirty' approach to cost reduction, only to find that their wins were not sustainable over time. Senior management needs to think strategically and work collectively to ensure meaningful, effective action.
During the last economic downturn in the early 2000s, many organisations rushed to cut costs without considering the long term strategic implications and impact on supplier relationships. The decisions companies make today will impact how they are operating in a year or two years time, so the decisions need to be well thought out and with an eye toward the future. Those who get lean intelligently now will excel in the future.
Aims
This regional member event will aim to highlight examples of good practice and diversity at a time when the spotlight is on procurement professionals.
Who should attend
CIPS members welcome to attend.
Programme
Agenda
| 10.00 – 10.30 |
Registration |
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| 10.30 – 10.40 |
Welcome |
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| 10.40 – 11.30 |
Faiza Rasheed FCIPS, Member of CIPS Council |
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| 11.30 – 11.40 |
Break |
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| 11.40 – 12.30 |
Andy Fearne, Director of Centre for Supply Chain Research at University of Kent |
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| 12.30 – 12-45 |
Chris Atkinson - EBSCO |
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| 12-45 – 13-30 |
Lunch |
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| 13.30 – 14.20 |
Andrew Croston, Head of Corporate Procurement, Olympic Delivery Authority |
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| 14:20 – 14:30 |
Break |
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| 14.30 – 15.20 |
Guy Strafford MCIPS, Client Services Director at Buying Team |
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| 15.20 – 15.30 |
Closing Address |
Speakers / Facilitators
There will be five high calibre speakers, aiming to cover all sectors and will include case studies, as well as topical information.
Faiza Rasheed FCIPS, Member of CIPS Council
Andy Fearne, Director of Centre for Supply Chain Research at University of Kent
Chris Atkinson - (CIPS Business Intelligence), EBSCO
Andrew Croston, Head of Corporate Procurement, Olympic Delivery Authority
Guy Strafford MCIPS, Client Services Director at Buying Team
Fees information
This event is free of charge.