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Procurement stories

Esker to acquire majority stake in Market Dojo, enhancing its procure-to-pay suite

Esker to acquire majority stake in UK eProcurement software company Market Dojo, aiming to strengthen its position in the global P2P market.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jan 2022

Health Technologies

B2B buyers more likely to buy from vendors with digital purchasing channels - report

B2B buyers are more likely to purchase from vendors that offer digital self-serve channels, quick responses, and transparent pricing, says PROS.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jul 2020

Software-as-a-Service

Datto acquires Aussie procurement platform, Gluh

Gluh's SaaS platform automates the processes of product selection, quoting, and sales of IT products and services for MSPs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jul 2020

Supply Chain

How COVID-19 is reshaping global supply chains

The COVID-19 pandemic is drastically impacting global supply chains, compelling companies to rethink and reengineer their logistics and procurement strategies.

By Amitava Sengupta • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jun 2020

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Supply Chain

Insolvencies hit Australian construction sector – is New Zealand next?

Construction firms are under pressure as insolvencies account for a quarter of all business failures, with New Zealand now watching closely.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jan 2022

Digital Transformation

Beacons Award winner sees beyond the dollars

The council says wider benefits for ratepayers followed once it stopped choosing projects on the lowest price and focused on long-term value.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Nov 2021

Data Analytics

Is technology the key to a sustainable future in construction?

Technology could cut waste and carbon emissions in construction as firms tackle delays, labour shortages and rising budget blowouts.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Nov 2021

Data Analytics

Australian construction industry cries out for reform

Record spending is exposing poor productivity, rising insolvencies and risk in Australia’s construction sector, industry leaders warn.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Sep 2021

Supply Chain

Australian construction sector buckles under $110b infrastructure pipeline

Warnings that Australia’s builders are at breaking point have prompted calls for urgent reform to deliver the USD $110 billion pipeline.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 18th Jul 2021

Supply Chain

Tōtika streamlines health and safety pre-qualifications

A single standard is set to cut compliance costs and speed up supplier checks for New Zealand civil contractors and clients.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Sun, 6th Jun 2021

Risk & Compliance

New Engineer to Contract addition to top NZ project management company

Clients on major construction jobs will gain independent contract oversight as The Building Intelligence Group appoints Charles Brown in Auckland.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 28th May 2021

Digital Transformation

The problem with procurement processes in New Zealand and how we can do better

Delays and cost overruns in New Zealand infrastructure could ease if owners and contractors shared risk and data, Rob Bryant says.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 26th May 2021

Risk & Compliance

Second chance for Auckland Light Rail

The revived plan could ease congestion and cut emissions, but only if planners avoid the delays and cost overruns that sank Sydney’s project.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2020

Hybrid & Remote Work

Australia spending in all the wrong places

Australia’s recovery risks being blunted unless governments shift spending towards social infrastructure, housing and renewable energy.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 11th Nov 2020

Supply Chain

Australia’s rail manufacturing capabilities must be recognised

A Victorian train order is expected to protect 100 manufacturing jobs and bolster calls for a national rail procurement framework.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Oct 2020

Education, Learning & Training

Winning tenders: what 47% of businesses are doing wrong

A mismatch with client priorities is costing construction firms work, as most still pitch management expertise while buyers mainly care about price.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Aug 2020

Auckland Council

Auckland projects closer to construction

Tender documents have been issued for two Auckland transport schemes, bringing planned roadworks a step nearer and easing congestion for growing suburbs.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Aug 2020

Procurement

Political rabbits put in charge of the lettuce

Delayed project details are leaving construction firms unable to plan, risking job losses as ministers drip-feed a $2.6 billion infrastructure package.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2020