Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 4 – Laying Bricks
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
Release Date: 05/19/2025
Procurement Talk - Series 8, Episode 3 – Procurement Thresholds and Delegation of Authority
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
In this episode David discusses why procurement thresholds and delegation of authority are foundational to good governance and smart spending. Procurement thresholds are like the "speed limits" for spending – designed to balance efficiency and control, while Delegation of Authority is like the "driver’s licence" – defining who is allowed behind the wheel at what speed.
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Procurement Talk - Series 8, Episode 2 – Why Aggregated Procurement Does Really Pay.
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
In this episode David talks about why aggregated procurement is more than just a cost-cutting tool, it’s a strategic approach to buying that fosters collaboration, efficiency, and innovation. It is about buying smarter, ensuring alignment, transparency and a shared vision.
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Procurement Talk - Series 8, Episode 1 – New Year, New Mindset: The Power of Reflecting, Refocusing & Resetting
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
The beginning of a new year is a perfect time to take stock, to reflect on what worked in the previous year, and what didn’t. So as we step into the new year, let’s carry forward three key ideas - Reflect on lessons, Refocus on priorities and Reset your goals.
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Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 17 – 2025 Christmas Special
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
The Christmas Edition — where we check our lists twice, decide if our suppliers are naughty or nice, wrap up another busy year in procurement. From all of us at BWD Consulting, we wish you a merry, well-compliant Christmas, and a happy, value-for-money New Year!
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Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 16 – The Importance of an Ethical Procurement Strategy
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
Ethical procurement is becoming increasingly important in our ever more complex, interconnected, and global economy. Implementing an ethical procurement strategy embeds values like fairness, transparency and sustainability in to the DNA of your organisations thinking regarding purchasing decision and that is a good thing.
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Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 15 – Audits do improve your business
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
Audits aren’t just about catching mistakes—they’re about building better systems, identifying inefficiencies, ensuring compliance, and uncovering risks. A good auditor will help you improve and grow your business so the next time an auditor comes knocking embrace the experience and improve your business.
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Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 14 – The Procurement Balancing Act
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
We all have heard phrases like "right size your procurement function" and a "fit for purpose procurement solution". In this episode David explains that Procurement can be a balancing act and he does this by breaking down 11 challenges whilst also providing key metrics to measure your success.
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Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 13 – Why Probity is so Important
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
Probity is the foundation of ethical business conduct. It means acting with integrity, transparency, maintaining confidentiality and fairness, and without bias in all decisions and that's why Probity is so important.
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Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 12 – ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement Guidance
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
Many more companies are now focused on environmental responsibility and ethical sourcing and are integrating ISO 20400 into their procurement strategies to align with global sustainability goals. Listen in hear the benefits of this approach and how you can bring it to your organisation.
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Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 11 – Getting the Best from Supplier Management
Procurement Talk With David Byrne
The “Best 6 Approach” is great model to assist you in getting the best from supplier management. It covers the critical aspects you need to know to leverage the true value from effective supplier management for your organisation.
info_outlineIn this episode David explains the benefit of showing up and doing your job day in day out. He recalls how Tom Selleck has become an acclaimed actor by doing just that, he keeps believing and keeps working hard.