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Our procurement services align suppliers with corporate aims, giving you more control and better performance. Learn about our procurement services.

12 Apr Commercial

Greensill has exposed the inherent risks of supply chain finance – how can the public sector address these?

The revelation of Greensill Capital’s presence at the heart of Government has highlighted some fundamental structural risks in its supply chains, writes Proxima

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08 Mar Commercial

The small island with big ambitions

To mark International Women’s Day, Proxima asked Maria Benbow, Group Director Commercial Services at the Government of Jersey to reflect on 2020 and what lies ahead this year.

18 Feb Commercial

What procurement trends will shape the public sector in 2021?

Rob Woodstock, chief commercial officer at HMRC, spoke with Proxima to outline three trends he foresees shaping the procurement landscape in 2021

09 Feb Commercial

Suppleye – Breaking news and supplier insights for commercial professionals

Suppleye is a newly launched supplier intelligence tool for commercial professionals. Chris Bennett, CRO at Suppleye, shares three key reasons why the tool is going to be useful for commercial professionals.

22 Dec 2020 Commercial

How the Transforming Public Procurement Green Paper is set to impact public sector procurement

The publication of the government’s green paper setting out the post-Brexit future for public procurement is a historic moment. Proxima’s John Collington sets out what it means

06 Nov 2020 Commercial

Celebrating excellence across government for 15 years #CSAwards

Every year, the influential Civil Service Awards celebrate the wealth of inspirational teams and innovative projects within the Civil Service - those who go above and beyond to cultivate and share best practice. We hear from Proxima, one of the official sponsors of this year's event.

14 Oct 2020 Commercial

Should a 'More for Less' strategy be the focus for Public Sector Buyers - again?

Could re-using the successful 'More for Less' strategy help public sector buyers focus on suppliers' costs at this challenging time? Proxima investigates

05 Oct 2020 Commercial

New social value evaluation prompts green recovery

For years, delivering on social responsibility has been a growing priority for the public sector. The refreshed Social Value Act could mean significant progress, writes Proxima.

22 Sep 2020 Commercial

The public and private sectors can learn from each other

Stefano Jefferson, a senior consultant at Proxima, makes the case for a two-way learning process

11 Aug 2020 Commercial

The (Updated) Outsourcing Playbook, an essential aid for commercial professionals

Proxima's John Collington provides a concise overview of the new Outsourcing Playbook, a 62-page document which is essential reading for all commercial professionals

27 Jul 2020 Commercial

Public sector procurement sets the tone for navigating the post-COVID world

While private sector organisations must reevaluate their frameworks for durability, the public sector is much better placed to make the necessary changes for a world post-COVID, argues Proxima's Simon Payne

06 Jul 2020 Commercial

Substitutability: Maybe government is less unique than it imagines

Is it in our best interests to assume our needs are unique, or should government procurement professionals look to ‘best fit’ substitutes? New observations from Proxima’s Guy Strafford, EVP

08 Jun 2020 Commercial

Sustainable procurement: an opportunity presented by COVID-19

Sustainability was already becoming a top agenda item for the public sector. Proxima argues that it's now probably going to be more important than ever

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