Procurement

Procurement Archives

Small businesses feel excluded from government procurement projects

“Enabling SMEs to fully compete for government work helps deliver better value, supports innovation and drives stronger ...
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Government urged to extend Small Business Energy Incentive scheme

The process to make energy upgrades takes time, not helped by the pressure small businesses are facing from current econ...
climate change, sustainability, carbon emission, congestion, wasteful

Three sustainable practices you can easily implement into your small business

The sustainability practices of all SMEs are an imperative part of the country's overarching impact on the environment.
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Unlocking cost savings for SME owners: the untapped potential of importing goods

By sourcing products from international suppliers, SMEs can take advantage of lower production and labour costs in other...

Two hundred brands commit to remove ‘mulesed wool’ from supply chain

Australia is the only country in the world still supplying mulesed wool, "and consumers are making it clear that it is t...

Small-business owners concerned if they will be able to afford their energy bills

The survey found that only 60 per cent of small-business customers felt they received value for money for their electric...

Green tea

Tea Drop is a member of the Ethical Tea Partnership, which works to create a more sustainable tea industry for workers, ...

On the prowl for the perfect cat toy

Catsumi's products provide cats with an all-round play experience, thus giving them enrichment and creating happier and ...

How making high-quality pet products has worked a treat for Laila and me

Savvy pet parents are becoming more picky, wanting better quality treats and food for their pets, realising that diet is...

EcoBarista’s sustainable packaging helping create ‘feel-good’ coffee

EcoBarista is educating its clients, who in turn can also educate their customers on the benefits and procedures of recy...