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NEWS AND UPDATES
View our latest news, shares and posts on topics related to procurement and supply chain across a range of industries and organisations.


Strategic Appointments Accelerate August Consulting’s Growth and Innovation Agenda
We are thrilled to announce two significant executive appointments that mark the next chapter in our journey of growth, innovation, and sector diversification.Â
August Consulting
Jun 183 min read


Innovative CPO Leadership
🚀 CPOs are no longer behind the scenes—they’re driving the future of business. This is what leadership in procurement looks like today. 👇
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Jun 31 min read


Government Procurement Trends To Watch in 2025
🚀 Government Procurement Trends to Watch in 2025 🚀 As we step into a new era of procurement, government agencies are evolving to...
info4170090
Jun 31 min read


Breaking the Status Quo: Rethinking your Distributor Strategy
Over $2 Million Saved Through Strategic Distributor Tender Client Context Our client, a major healthcare provider, had a long-standing...
August Consulting
Jun 32 min read


Empowering Procurement Performance in Aged and Home Care
By combining deep procurement expertise with an embedded model, August Consulting was able to unlock value quickly, while building procurement capability and confidence within the organisation. Transparency, robust reporting, and strategic alignment were critical enablers in delivering measurable outcomes.
August Consulting
Jun 32 min read


Building Trust in Procurement: Why Transparency and the Right Metrics Matter
Procurement functions that track the right KPIs can provide confidence to leadership that they are delivering results aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives.

Tracey Shearer
Jun 22 min read


Go-to-Market vs Direct Negotiation Strategies
When it comes to maximising procurement outcomes, the choice between market engagement and direct negotiation is pivotal.
August Consulting
Apr 253 min read


The Hidden Cost of Poor Contract Management
Contract management—the discipline of actively managing the supplier relationship, performance, obligations, and outcomes throughout the life of the agreement—is frequently under-resourced or even forgotten altogether.
August Consulting
Mar 263 min read


How to Get More Done with Less: Procurement Strategies for Uncertain Times
Conversations around recruitment freezes and redundancies are happening across industries right now.
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Dec 7, 20232 min read


ERP System Implementation: 3 Keys to Avoid Failure
Elevate your business success with strategic ERP optimisation. Seamlessly transition to a digital future and unlock unparalleled efficiency.
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Nov 14, 20232 min read


How to Beat Inflation with Agile Procurement Strategies
Is your procurement team prepared to fight inflation? Tips on how to use agile procurement strategies to protect your bottom line.
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Oct 24, 20232 min read


Streamlining Procurement for Australian Organisations: Balancing Time and Value
In Australia's fast-paced business world, balancing time and value in procurement is key to sustainability and success.
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Sep 21, 20232 min read


Future Service Models: How Procurement as a Service is Changing the Game
In today’s dynamic economic landscape, the importance of strategic procurement is vital for the success and longevity of businesses...
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Sep 5, 20232 min read


August Consulting Elevates Procurement Services with Industry-Leading Expertise
August Consulting, a market leader in procurement and supply chain solutions, is thrilled to unveil its latest offering: Procurement as a...
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Aug 23, 20232 min read


Introducing Jackie Ellison, Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist
This week we get to know August Consulting’s Jackie Ellison. A Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist, Jackie is an accomplished...
August Consulting
May 30, 20231 min read


Tracey Shearer presenting risk management talk at IIA Health Sector Assurance Forum webinar
August Consulting managing director and procurement specialist Tracey Shearer is presenting a talk at The Institute of Internal Auditors...
August Consulting
May 22, 20232 min read


Tracey Shearer chairing interactive panel at AusMedtech 2023
August Consulting managing director and procurement specialist Tracey Shearer is chairing one of the key interactive panels at AusMedtech...
August Consulting
May 21, 20232 min read


Procurement challenges & opportunities in the healthcare sector
- why engagement, collaboration & communication is key As the healthcare sector continues to evolve and become more complex – and more...
August Consulting
Mar 21, 20233 min read


August Consulting sharing procurement and supply chain solutions at APHA’s 40th national congress
August Consulting is excited to again be exhibiting at the Australian Private Hospitals Association (APHA)’s 40th national congress in...
August Consulting
Mar 14, 20231 min read


We're hiring: are you our new procurement professional?
August Consulting is excited to announce we have an opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to join our team. We're...
August Consulting
Feb 14, 20231 min read
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