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Strategies for Negotiating Better Supplier Contracts in the UK: Insights from Consultants

At Accelerate, we are a team of entrepreneurial procurement consultants who have led and transformed global procurement functions and service provider organisations. We understand just how important supplier contracts are to the success of how businesses function as a whole: securing favourable supplier contracts is essential for maintaining competitive advantage and ensuring smooth operations. Of […]

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Delivering the Paris 2024 Olympics: A Procurement Perspective

The Olympics are not only a global sports event but also a colossal logistical and procurement challenge. For the Paris 2024 Olympics, efficient procurement will be crucial to ensure that everything from construction to logistics is delivered on time and within budget.

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Procurement Outsourcing in the Financial Sector: Benefits, Considerations, and Best Practices

In our current economic landscape, organisations across all sectors are understandably seeking ways to streamline operations, enhance efficiencies, and ultimately reduce costs. One strategy that is generating significant interest is procurement outsourcing. In this blog, we’re going to delve into how procurement outsourcing can benefit businesses within the financial sector. What exactly is procurement outsourcing? […]

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Managing Procurement Activities for Large-Scale Oil and Gas Projects

As anyone working in the oil and gas sector is well aware, large-scale oil and gas projects are complex undertakings that require meticulous planning and execution. Effective procurement management is crucial to ensure that these projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

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How Accelerate are rethinking procurement in retail

The UK retail sector is navigating a period of significant transformation. The combined pressures of economic challenges, evolving consumer behaviour, and heightened awareness of social and environmental issues are reshaping the retail landscape. In this context, re-thinking procurement strategies is essential for retailers to remain competitive and resilient.

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Ethical Sourcing and Fair Trade: A Growing Concern in UK Procurement

In recent years, ethical sourcing and fair trade have become increasingly important in the procurement landscape. As consumers and businesses alike grow more aware of the social and environmental impacts of their purchasing decisions, the demand for transparency and ethical practices in supply chains has soared.

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Agile Procurement: Adapting to Rapidly Changing Consumer Trends in FMCG

As a leading procurement consultancy, we recognise the importance of agility in FMCG procurement and are committed to helping companies navigate the complexities of today's market. In this blog, we'll explore the concept of agile procurement and discuss strategies for effectively adapting to rapidly changing consumer trends in the FMCG industry.

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Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Best Practices for Oil and Gas Companies

In this blog, we'll explore key strategies and initiatives for achieving sustainability in the supply chains of oil and gas companies.

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