Event details
Managing Public Sector Procurement: Driving Innovation
6th December 2011,
The Barbican, London
It is essential that public sector procurement professionals understand what is happening in order to plan their future careers and business opportunities. There are many outstanding examples of well-managed public procurement, and this conference will offer delegates the opportunity to hear both policy-led and practical sessions, giving an overview of the future direction of procurement, and examples of innovative and replicable procurement practices from across the public sector.
Confirmed to Speak
David Shields
Managing Director, Government Procurement Service
Sally Collier
Executive Director, Efficiency and Reform Group
Mark Barrow
Strategic Director of Development, Birmingham City Council
Colin Cram
Former Chief Executive, North West Centre of Excellence and Director Marc1
Public Service Events' second annual Managing Public Sector Procurement conference will provide an essential update on the latest developments and initiatives and the changes that are likely to occur in the next few years. Delegates will learn about new ways to save money through better procurement and new opportunities provided by the private sector, with topics to be covered including lean procurement, spend analysis, supplier engagement, progress with the common category 'deep dives', and the latest on EU procurement directives.
For the full programme, visit the Public Service Events website.
Jo Rhodes, Marketing Executive,
PS Events, City Wharf, New Bailey St, Manchester, M3 5ER
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