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3 Jun 21

The skills and behaviours needed to produce sustained value

Should we favour soft skills over technical skills? The level of success of an operation could well be determined by this answer. The behaviours and stakeholders involved in this success are outlined here.

27 May 21

Why greenwash won't wash...

Are we acting sustainably for the greater good or is it just a smokescreen to appease stakeholders? We delve into the thinking processes of many companies and the powerful benefits that can arise from acting sustainably.

5 May 21

Four steps to create true and sustainable commercial value from Supplier Management

After winning the buy-in of the business for your plans, you need to find ways to achieve the results you pitched

29 Mar 21

State of Flux announces the opening of new office in New Zealand

State of Flux is delighted to announce the opening of its new office in New Zealand which will strengthen the company’s position in the Asia Pacific region.

26 Mar 21

Understanding the C-level challenge to unlock the commercial value of Supplier Management

Procurement leaders should ensure their business case for supplier management goes beyond the financial benefits that can be achieved.

14 Jan 21

The soft skills that hold the key to commercial value

Over the 12 years that State of Flux has been conducting research into supplier management best practices, the theme of ‘people and skills’ has continued to demonstrate that the behavioural side of SRM far outweighs technical skill ...

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2020 Global SRM Research Report - Supplier Management at Speed.

Now in its 12th year, this year we have seen an increase of 29% in the number of companies responding compared to 2019. In addition, the proportion of respondents at CPO/EVP level or equivalent has increased to over 50%. Learn how now, more than ever before, procurement has the opportunity to make the case for SRM to ensure organisations don’t just survive but thrive.

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