A Short Guide to Procurement Risk

'This book calls itself 'a short guide'. It is not. It may be small on the outside but it is big on the inside. It is packed with useful information, for the procurement professional, for the supply chain manager, for the CEO, for any business owner. Even for the supply chain risk researcher, who is likely to find he exhaustive list of risks particularly useful. He goes further to show how to build commitment across the wider business cross-functional team, raising the profile of the procurement process and know-how, shaping and developing expertise that actually builds collaborative working in the business. These are critical and highly valuable goals for every Senior Leader seeking to deliver sustainable value and high performing teams. Richard provides sound advice, tools and techniques based upon real case studies and significant experience which he lays out in seven easy-to-digest chapters...valuable reading to everyone whether an experienced procurement professional, newcomer or a leader, who cares about the shape and health of their business. The Guide has many practical tips including sound techniques e.g., self assessment tools and checklists but more valuably, it has many 'little gems' that make the reader reflect and think much deeper than the mechanics of a risk management process...A well thought through journey from which you will benefit from the sound advice provided by experienced and knowledgeable sources from which you can help yourself - enjoy! - Paula Gildert, Head of Development Strategic Sourcing,