“ Diverse and inclusive supply chains have huge potential to unlock innovative solutions and deliver a positive impact in operating markets "
FOREWORD Procurement calls for more diversity
In honour of International Women ’ s Day , this issue of Procurement Magazine is jam packed with insights and thought leadership on the current diversity , equity and inclusion ( DEI ) landscape in procurement
“ Diverse and inclusive supply chains have huge potential to unlock innovative solutions and deliver a positive impact in operating markets "
VAISHALI BAID SENIOR CONSULTANT ,
ACTION SUSTAINABILITY
While there is a lot of talk about DEI in the workplace , the industry is lacking meaningful action . According to Hays , 62 % of employers are actively discussing DEI issues , but only 48 % of employees believe this is leading to positive action .
In this issue we speak to four leaders in procurement on their views regarding the present state of diversity and inclusion across the industry , list our Top 10 female CPOs , and get our readers ’ thoughts on whether more could be done .
“ Diverse and inclusive supply chains have huge potential to unlock innovative solutions and deliver a positive impact in operating markets . The procurement industry is getting there , slowly , but we must continue to deliver an inclusive culture and strategy ,” says Vaishali Baid , Senior Consultant , Action Sustainability .
But that ’ s not all , we speak to more leaders in the procurement sector to discuss other industry areas including risk and resilience , spend management , and contract lifecycle management .
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