In this episode of Commercial Corner, we think about doing things differently, they talk about having strength in numbers and discuss ways that they might have to face up to the financial pressures of a HE sector that is fighting for every penny it can get its hands on.

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In this episode of Commercial Corner, we get to grips with it being a new year, with new challenges. They talk about buying marketing services, office supplies and how to assess the total cost of acquisitions. They also have a think about the prospect of having new team members in a new office too.

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IT'S CHRISTMAS! In this seasonal episode of Commercial Corner, we are podcasting, live from the broom cupboard on campus - just in time for you to squeeze them in between opening presents and the big dinner. They find out if procurement people are any good at buying gifts, and they give a full review of the year that we have all fondly called 2023. So, if you've ever wondered what life is like for a pair of supply chain professionals (who're in a university, but are not academics - and who work in finance, but are not accountants) then this is the XL mega bumper-sized, selection box edition episode for you!Email the show If you have any questions, queries or quibbles about the show - email us here [email protected] Chain Officer (x2)https://jobs.yorksj.ac.uk/vacancy.aspx?ref=254-23What is a Credit Crunch (Because Paul keeps saying 'Credit Crunch, when he means 'Cost of Living Crisis')https://quickbooks.intuit.com/r/running-a-business/what-is-a-credit-crunchDomino - X Man Characterhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domino_(character)...and any similarly between the names of reindeer and actual accountants is purely coincidental...

In this episode of Commercial Corner, we enter our second year of podcasting by talking about buying audio-visual equipment, international travel and event management. Their super, special guest is Richard Cuff, Assistant Director of security experts Gough and Kelly.If you have any questions, queries or quibbles about the show - email us here [email protected] you want to get in touch with Richard, he lives on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-cuff-36b91842/2023 Business School Graduation https://www.youtube.com/live/Gzo1vO65Ktw?si=7XfDGgbyS8Sazg_F

In this special 1st birthday episode of Commercial Corner, we talk about podcasting for a whole year, transformation, the workings of team dynamics, piracy and they discuss the challenges of collaborative buying.

Coach Hire Tender

https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/project/buyer/displayNotice.html?id=813304993&type=CompetitiveContractNotice

CIPS Training

https://neupc.ac.uk/cips

How to Be More Pirate

https://www.bemorepirate.com/rebelbookshop/htbmp

NHS Health Mela

https://www.facebook.com/p/York-Health-Mela-100095052862596/?paipv=0&eav=AfZa-ubd2vaUxAhZfffkjD5QUSk4G_ul-M9lxV-maUWVommPj1JAGvevkjh8fQE5CpE&_rdr

In this episode of Commercial Corner, we are back in the broom cupboard on campus - where we talk about buying scientific equipment, personal development and also try to remember how many *rights* of buying there are. We're joined by their Super Special Guest, Emma Keenan - Head of Procurement at SOAS, University of London. If you have any questions, queries or quibbled, feel free to drop us an email at [email protected].

In this episode of Commercial Corner, we talk about buying mobile phones, occupational healthcare and role mapping. They also discuss the upcoming UKUPC conference in Exeter (Sept 5th - 7th) and what hundreds of procurement and supply chain professionals get up to when they're all in one place together.Voicemail Karaoke "Pick up your phone, don't be shy,Call our voicemail, let your words fly.Questions or complaints, we'll give you a voice,At Commercial Corner, we're your top choice!Whether you're a fan or feeling irate,Our voicemail's open, don't hesitate.You can ask us anything, share your thoughts,We're here to listen, connect the dots."