Global procurement means local too: GlaxoSmithKline CPO

Insight

Overcoming legacy structures and understanding local needs is vital for the success of Procurement says GlaxoSmithKline’s CPO.

Rethinking supply market for complex mechanical parts

Insight

Why a David and Goliath approach can deliver significant savings in the procurement of high-specification parts in engineering …

How GlaxoSmithKline reshaped its procurement categories

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GlaxoSmithKline’s CPO explains how the firm boosted business engagement, maximised supplier value and overcame structural obsta…

Savings targets, budget wars: how Procurement can help

Insight

Mert Erkan discusses how Procurement can position itself as a strategic component of the business and provides his tips on how …

Three steps to improve Supplier Relationship Management

Guide

Getting Supplier Relationship Management process (SRM) and supplier performance right can mean the difference between success a…

Saving insurers costs with efficient claims processes

Insight

For Insurance firms the strategic procurement of goods and services coupled with streamlined claims management processes can le…

Next Level Sourcing boosts profits for insurer Tryg

Case study

Strategic procurement and improvements to internal processes led to significant cost savings for insurance firm Tryg.

Hitachi Rail Europe on creating a Procurement function

Case study

Hitachi Rail Europe’s Jamie Foster offers advice on building an effective new procurement function.

Transforming the supply chain of Survitec Group

Case study

Efficio helped Survitec Group implement a Procurement Improvement Programme. Introducing structural change to the supply chain,…