No organisation wants to be audited, but the fact is, you are likely to face an audit from a supplier at some point so it’s important to be prepared. This is particularly true for software consumers – anyone with a software supplier contract will be aware that they need to be careful to ensure license […]
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Competitive, compliant, simple – what to expect from Print Marketplace
Designed for, and in consultation with, the public sector, Print Marketplace will provide a competitive, compliant and simple way to purchase print. We understand that across the public sector, print is something which is purchased by a variety of professions, each with differing requirements, knowledge and expertise. For this reason, Print Marketplace has been designed […]
Penetration testing: protect your organisation against cyber attacks
Our Cyber Security Services 3 Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) was created in partnership with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) to provide you with a route to market for essential cyber security services. These are particularly important in the current environment, with many of us working more remotely. The DPS, which has 117 suppliers (and […]
Tougher measures to tackle modern slavery in the supply chain
The Home Office has recently published the government’s response to the transparency in supply chains consultation. It sets out how the government will strengthen the transparency requirements in the Modern Slavery Act 2015 to tackle modern slavery in the supply chain. This marks a major milestone for increasing transparency in public sector supply chains, following […]
Building for the future: 5 good reasons why we should be thinking “modular first”
Modular buildings have evolved significantly in the last few decades. Today’s clean, linear buildings offer bespoke solutions, minimum material wastage and lower energy bills. Gone are the days of draughty and cold school ‘mobiles’. Modern modular buildings are well insulated, and are designed and built using cutting edge materials and technology. Their improved quality and […]
Prepare to deliver – how to keep your fleet on the road this winter
With a challenging winter fast approaching, it’s essential that those with a responsibility for managing the public sector fleet take the time to ensure they are properly prepared for the months ahead. Whether you’re a blue light organisation charged with keeping us safe, a charity taking care of the most vulnerable, or a council delivering […]
Reduce the impact of COVID-19 on employee health and wellbeing
From dining table desks to lockdown loneliness, from homeschooling to workplace worry, are you prepared to respond to your employee health and wellbeing needs? “The new normal” is a phrase that has been much talked about over the last few months. Yet we don’t actually know what the end result will look like, with constantly […]
Modern slavery in the workforce
On 26 March 2020 the UK government’s modern slavery statement was published. It sets out the steps CCS and other government departments have taken to identify, address and prevent modern slavery in the workforce and supply chains. As the timing was just days after the country went into lockdown, you can be forgiven if it […]
Changes to our frameworks in September
Welcome to our monthly framework update to help you with your procurement planning. We will publish it online each month and also share it in our newsletters and on our social media channels. The update provides a brief summary of what has been awarded, extended or expired during the previous month. It also outlines what […]
Crown Commercial Service and Hewlett Packard Enterprise sign MoU to enhance the cloud experience
The new MoU makes it easier and more affordable for you to reduce complexity when it comes to cloud technology, while also boosting innovation and offering cost efficiencies to your digital transformation efforts. Through the new agreement, you can take advantage of the agreed discounts of between 8-12% on a range of HPE technologies, including […]