Procurement Talk With David Byrne

Procurement Talk provides insight, solutions and assistance to other Procurement and Business Professionals.

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 11 – Getting the Best from Supplier Management

The “Best 6 Approach” is great model to assist you in getting the best from supplier management.  It covers the critical aspects you need to know to leverage the true value from effective supplier management for your organisation.

09-21
08:04

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 10 – What is a Good Supplier

In this episode David talks about when you find a good supplier, do not take them for granted. It is important to establish and maintain a good relationship which is beneficial to you both. The success of both businesses is reliant on each other.

09-09
07:18

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 9 – Successful Negotiations

In this episode David explains the process of achieving a successful negotiation.  He will take you through the necessary preparation and all the important tips you need to achieve the win win outcome.  Knowing that success is sometimes shaped differently from your initial thoughts.

07-28
06:59

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 8 – Environmentally Sustainable Business Practices

We all have a responsibility to put in place environmentally sustainable business practices.  It’s our planet.  It is amazing what can be achieved by putting in place plans to make the necessary incremental changes and the choice is yours.  What are you going to do?

07-15
05:56

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 7 – Is Quality more Important than Price

Don’t fall into the false economy, quality v price.  The real question is what makes good value, as good value = happy customers.  Your organisation needs to be clear on making wise decisions so you balance the quality v price question.

06-30
06:45

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 6 – Managing Stress at Work

Stress in the workplace is real, it exists and as a leader in your organisation you need to be prepared to effectively manage stress and it’s implication.  In this episode David gives you strategies to do exactly that so that you can make the necessary changes to support your workplace.

06-16
06:46

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 3 – Policies are Important

Yes, Policies are important in establishing a deliberate system of principles to guide decisions and this can be achieved through a policy framework.   

05-06
06:40

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 2 – Learn a New Skill

In this episode David explains how to use 2025 as a catalyst to learn a new skill.  He has kept the model really simply “Think, Plan, Do”.  Yes, it doesn’t have to be complicated, start the momentum and identify the skill you would like to learn and kick start the process.

02-25
05:42

Procurement Talk - Series 7, Episode 1 – It’s Time to Plan

Welcome back to Series 7, Episode 1.  Yes, it is time to plan, with the new year now into its second month, now is the best time to plan your year.  It is the perfect time to set your personal development and financial goals, whilst also detailing the “things” that you would like to achieve.  Remember people with goals succeed because they know where they’re going.

02-25
06:37

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 23 – The 3 L’s

Yes, the three L’s, Love, Listen and Leap.  All are equally important and are vital principles in obtaining happiness.

11-26
06:03

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 22 – The Busy Syndrome

You hear this a lot in the work place, I can’t see you or do what’s required because I am busy, but are your really.  Are you a poor planner or like to give the impression you are busy all the time.  It is important to recharge and take stock if you don’t you are going to miss out on opportunities. 

11-12
06:17

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 21 – Why Not You

This is a great question and in this episode, David works through how deeds are better than words.

10-29
05:40

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 20 - 100 Episodes Down What a Journey!

In this milestone episode David tells the story of how “Procurement Talk with David Byrne” started and the journey he has taken.

10-16
05:21

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 19 – You Must Have a Savings Target

When Procurement Professionals make quality procurement decisions it is never an accident. It is always the result of intelligent effort.  Having a savings target is another quality procurement decision.

06-11
06:12

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 18 – Finding a Mentor

We all need help, we all need assistance as we move through life, finding a mentor will help you on this journey. 

05-28
05:39

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 17 – Who Decided Your Limitations

Don’t let somebody set a limitation on what you want to achieve, take control of your life and break free of the imposed limitations.  Change is achievable!

05-14
05:18

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 16 – Setting up Strategic Partnerships

In this episode David explains how establishing strategic partnerships will deliver to your company, the community and your customers.

04-09
06:52

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 15 – Why Setting up a Procurement Strategy Works

Set up a procurement strategy and deliver real tangible value to your organisation.  The key is leading with values and David will explain how.

03-26
06:01

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 14- Business Acumen – What’s Stopping You

Every morning you get a choice on how you attack the day, yes your excuses are real and valid but every man’s happiness is his own responsibility. 

03-12
06:02

Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 13 – Process Maps are an Essential Tool

In this episode David explains how establishing process maps can help you stabilise and grow your business.  Also, you will find out who does what and when.

02-27
07:17

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