Industry Insights
We’ve been a pivotal link between buyers and suppliers for nearly 30 years, which gives us the data and perspective to offer unique insights into supply chains and the topics that shape them. Here you’ll find our take on today’s key issues.
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New innovations critical to the oil and gas industry
The Achilles FPAL Industry Outlook Survey revealed that some suppliers…
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5 reasons why suppliers should undergo an audit
Even if there is no legal or initial buyer requirement…
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Putting modern slavery on the agenda
5 actions businesses can take immediately to understand and eliminate…
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Cross industry contract opportunities for oil and gas suppliers
The Oil and Gas industry in the UKCS is in…
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How to manage disruption risk when a supplier goes into administration
The UK economy has made significant strides towards a strong…
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How to engage with your supply chain
According to a recent Procurement Leaders Trend Report, almost one-quarter…
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Overcoming the Productivity Puzzle in UK Construction
The UK has been struggling with the productivity puzzle and…
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What are conflict minerals?
The term Conflict Minerals describes 4 elements – Tin, Tantalum,…
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Unethical supply chains: What’s the problem and how to deal with it
As the modern slavery bill travels through parliament, the spotlight…
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Understanding the ESPD: A guide for suppliers
Are you aware of the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD)…
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5 reasons organisations need to map their supply chains
Supply chain visibility has been a hot topic in the…
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How Achilles can help procurement teams deliver financial benefit
How much financial benefit does your procurement team deliver to…