Taking a proactive approach to procurement is key to reducing risk, ensuring compliance and achieving better value for money. In our recent webinar, Procurement Planning for the Year Ahead, we explore how early planning, combined with the right procurement routes, can transform outcomes for schools and trusts.
A central theme is the role of frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS). These compliant routes simplify procurement by providing access to pre-vetted suppliers, saving time while maintaining flexibility and competition. For busy school business leaders, they remove much of the complexity associated with running full tender processes and help ensure decisions are both efficient and audit-ready.
The webinar also highlights the importance of aligning procurement activity with budgets and contract timelines, helping you avoid last-minute decisions and secure better results. By combining forward planning with the use of DPS and frameworks, schools can streamline processes, reduce administrative burden and focus on delivering value. You can watch the full webinar here: Procurement Planning for the Year Ahead