We're proud to have taken the runner up award for Best Start-Up at SSON 2020.

If there’s one thing that could be usefully taken away from 2020 and all its troubles, it’s the idea that when worst-case scenarios occur, businesses who adopt a more proactive approach to shoring up their defences have a better chance of weathering the storm. But what role does automation play in strategy and are we just talking about AI?

It’s the new kid in town but Lean Methodology is no stranger. Manufacturing businesses have been using lean thinking for decades to streamline processes, saving time and waste. But why aren’t more service-led organisations capitalising on the benefits Lean can bring?

Jumping on a new and promising idea is the smart way to stay one step ahead - but the paperwork and process involved in engaging with innovative start-ups and smaller 'boutique' style suppliers can oftentimes hamper any idea of stealing a march. So, if you want better access to more innovative start-up suppliers, how can you fast track the process?

When it comes to sustainable procurement, it’s easy to take your suppliers for granted when things are good. And if you do, you’re not the only one. In this blog, I'm going to cover some steps on how you can maintain a sustainable supply chain.

With 25 years of experience in BPO and having brought about huge digital transformation to drive down costs and improve customer experience. Philip understands the challenges around B2B process, especially when it comes to buying services.

We are proud to announce our recent award of the CIPS ethical procurement certificate. This certification symbolises our ongoing commitment to safeguarding our buyers and reducing supply chain risk.  

It is a daunting time for organisations assessing the impacts to their businesses, and many are establishing ‘war rooms’ and allocating significant resources to identifying risks, formulating mitigation strategies and adjusting supply chains accordingly.

Creating a brief that is clear and concise will ensure the buying process is fast and cost effective. Although writing a brief can sometimes be the most challenging part of your project, don’t worry, we are here to help. At Maistro we use the term Statement of Requirements or ‘SOR’.