Articles
"The 4C-able Future"
4C's Ed Ainsworth comments on the current challenges facing businesses from continuing inflation and the volatility of the commodity and materials markets and how cost transformation can help.
Finance Director Europe
May 2011
"Divide and Concur"
4C's Simon Gray discusses category management in Supply Management magazine.
Supply Management magazine
February 2011
"4C and UB shortlisted for CIPS Award"
4C is nominated for a sixth CIPS Award with client United Biscuits in the 'Best Cross-Functional Team' category.
www.supplychaindigital.com
June 2010
"Procurement firm shortlisted for CIPS award"
4C is nominated for a sixth CIPS Award with client United Biscuits in the 'Best Cross-Functional Team' category.
www.purcon.com
June 2010
"Relationships Key to Logistics Spend"
4C's Richard Struthers talks about logistics spend in article by Procurement Leaders.
www.procurementleaders.com
March 2010
"4CA Bought out by Original Investors"
4C's management buyout news features on the Supply Managment website.
www.supplymanagement.com
January 2010
"Six Steps to get the most out of your Procurement Outsource Supplier"
4C's Chris Dawson presents his top tips for Procurement Outsourcing.
www.cpoagenda.com
January 2010
"Procurement - Time To Practice What It Preaches"
4C's Chris Dawson discusses how to ensure a smooth relationship with outsourced suppliers.
Fresh Business Thinking
December 2009
"Food Firm Ups Outsourced Spend"
4C Associates announce the expansion of procurement outsourcing contract with United Biscuits.
Supply Management
December 2009
"Where are 2005's Stars Now?"
4C's Tim Snow is featured in the follow up to Supply Management's '35 under 35' Rising Star campaign.
Supply Management
December 2009
"4C Associates HobNobs with United Biscuits in Procurement Expansion"
4C Associates announce the expansion of procurement outsourcing contract with United Biscuits.
Hoovers
December 2009
"4C Associates HobNobs with United Biscuits in Procurement Expansion"
4C Associates announce the expansion of procurement outsourcing contract with United Biscuits.
IT Analysis
December 2009
"4C Associates HobNobs with United Biscuits in Procurement Expansion"
4C Associates announce the expansion of procurement outsourcing contract with United Biscuits.
IT Director
December 2009
"Local government must make better use of £42 billion buying power"
4C comments on the importance of improving value and delivering sustainable cost savings within local government.
www.24dash.com
October 2009
"4C Bullish Despite Setbacks"
4C's CEO Johan Denekamp reflects on the events of 2009.
Supply Management
September 2009
"Procurement and Marketing need to talk"
Tony Squires' article about the importance of collaboration between procurement and marketing departments.
New Media Age
September 2009
"A Matter of Life and Death"
4C's Daniel Lieghio comments on the state of the UK's defence procurement. What is the best combination of service quality and risk for the price?
www.FT.com
August 2009
"Make Procurement Marketing-Friendly"
4C's Head of Marketing Procurement Practice discusses the importance of making procurement marketing friendly.
Marketing Week
August 2009
"Procurement and Capex: A Match Made in Corporate Heaven?"
4C's David McKilligan discusses the role Procurement should have on Capex decision makers.
GT News
August 2009
"Whole New Ball Game"
The Department of Health's new commercial regime could rewrite the procurement rules.
Health Investor
June 2009
"Mr, buyright - getting procurement right"
Knowing where and when to buy is key to managing the cost base - and that means procurement will have to take a more strategic role.
Financial Advisor
May 2009
"Procurement not just about saving money"
Procurement faces the challenge of just not delivering a strategy aligned with company objectives.
Supply Chain Standard
May 2009
"Procurement not just about saving money"
The value that procurement can add to a business is an important metric, says Johan Denekamp, Group CEO of 4C Associates.
Logistics Manager
May 2009
"New Procurement Report Warns: Mind the Credibility Gap"
4C's research shows that procurement isn't just about saving money
Individual.com
May 2009
"New Procurement Report Warns: Mind the Credibility Gap"
The face of procurement is evolving and it is not just about saving money.
TechWhack
May 2009
"New Procurement Report Warns: Mind the Credibility Gap"
New Report finds that whilst procurement is a priority there is a lack of understanding about what procurement does.
IT-Director.com
May 2009
"New Procurement Report Warns: Mind the Credibility Gap"
Organisations are facing a 'credibility gap' in procurement warns 4C Associates in association with the Procurement Leaders Network
IT News Online
May 2009
"Procurement Pitfalls"
4C Director Edward Ainsworth discusses the procurement pitfalls of private equity investing in a recession
Real Deals
May 2009
"Stand Up and Be Counted"
Resistance to change and a lack of understanding is holding back the procurement function, what can be done to reinforece its strategic value?
Procurement Leaders
April 2009
"Saving money in the Public Sector will come at a cost"
4C comment on the Guardian's blog about budget cuts in the public sector.
www.guardian.co.uk
April 2009
"Procurement Leaders announce latest research in association with 4C Associates"
The changing face of global procurement: The impact of technology, globalisation and outsourcing.
Procurement Leaders
April 2009
"Procurement outsourcing gains boardroom attention"
Cost and staffing pressures are encouranging procurement outsourcing. But despite the benefits, some are reluctant to hand over control of sensitive business processes.
Procurement Leaders
April 2009
"Buying Advice"
4C and The Oystercatchers comment on the role of Procurement in Digital Marketing
New Media Age
April 2009
"Whats next for Procurement Outsourcing?"
What does the future hold for procurement outsourcing?
Supply Management Outsourcing Supplement
November 2008
"Know your game plan"
As the art of procurement outsourcing develops, the decisions become easier for buyers coming to the market.
Supply Management Outsourcing Supplement
November 2008
"How to sell it to the board"
What are the concerns or objectives raised by the boss when you first suggest procurement outsourcing?
Supply Management Outsourcing Supplement
November 2008
"A talent for bright ideas"
4C is a finalist for Entrepreneurial Spirit in the Tenon Awards
The Telegraph
November 2008
"Surveying the Buyers Landscape"
Purchasers spend a large proportion of their time benchmarking suppliers
Supply Management Magazine
November 2008
"4C wins a fifth CIPS Award"
Proud to have supported our clients to win five CIPS Awards in as many years.
2008 CIPS Award for Most Improved Purchasing Operation - Start Up, with our client De La Rue
Supply Management Magazine
September 2008
"DPWN Subsidiary Bundles Buying Power"
DPWN subsidiary 4C Associates provides outsourcing services for very high profile customers
DHL Intranet
October 2008
Downturn: scope for outsourcing
The current financial crises creates an opportunity for outsourcing...4C could relieve some of those pressures
Supply Management Magazine
September 2008
"O2 Outsources 350m spend"
Telecoms firm O2 has completed a deal to outsource £350 million of its indirect procurement.
Supply Management Magazine
August 2008
"Supply chain consolidation, how far is too far?"
A roundtable debate featuring Peter Marson
CPO Agenda
March 2008
"Clinical decisions"
AstraZeneca CIPS Awards win A tailor-made online tool improved the purchasing of marketing services for over 20 pharmaceuticals brands.
Supply Management Magazine
October 2007
"Tomorrow's world"
While new technologies will help buyers, most should first capitalise on existing systems.
Supply Management Magazine
March 2007
"Perfect partners"
How can you ensure maximum value for money when using consultants?
Supply Management Magazine
March 2007
"Making the cuts"
The public sector has one year left to achieve the efficiency gains set out by the Gershon review
Supply Management Magazine
March 2007
"Home & dry"
B&Q CIPS Awards win
Supply Management Magazine
November 2006
"Procurement Outsourced"
Outsourcing of procurement was expected to take off in a big way but so far hasn't met up with expectations. Andrew Loken looks at why and what lies ahead.
Supply Management Magazine
October 2006
"A tailored approach"
Purchasing staff uniforms is a complex area where mistakes can be costly. Emma Clarke examines some of the pitfalls and shares tips from those who have got it right the benefits of adding some logic to the magic.
Supply Management Magazine
August 2006
"You do the ad, we'll do the numbers"
Procurement isn't always welcomed by marketers and ad agencies, but a new guide explains the benefits of adding some logic to the magic.
Supply Management Magazine
June 2006
"Procurement in a shrinking world"
When Mark Perera, editor of European Leaders in Procurement, invited a group of procurement leaders to join him for a summit on low-cost country sourcing, the result was insightful and challenging.
European Leaders in Procurement Magazine
May 2006
"Finders Keepers"
Don't spend time trying to find the last word in natty giveaways... choose a sourcing specialist whose local knowledge and global infrastructure will free your resources and guarantee hassle-free results.
Sales Promotion Magazine
November 2005
"An ideal candidate for procurement"
Businesses can cut their costs and improve performance by taking a structured approach to buying temporary and contract labour.
Sales Promotion Magazine
October 2005
"An outsourced procurement function requires effective management to make it work."
Nigel Herrington and Andrew Loken outline the relationships between a major company and its outsourced indirect spend team.
European Leaders in Procurement Magazine
August 2005
"Consultancy: a tricky area to tame"
An article taken from European Leaders in Procurement Magazine
Written by Ed Ainsworth, Director, 4C
April 2005
"Chemistry Lesson"
The Boots Company: Innovation and overall CIPS Awards Winners
Supply Management Magazine
November 2004