Procurement, whether public or private procurement, is a cornerstone of effective supply chain management. It is about selecting relevant vendors and suppliers, and purchasing their goods, services and work, vital to the organization.
Billions of people are being affected by the coronavirus pandemic, setting off an unprecedented global health crisis. Behind the fight to save lives, there is another crisis unfolding for public and private sectors representatives who are scrambling to get life-saving health supplies and keep society running as lockdown measures came into force worldwide. When essential items are scarce and time is of the essence, inclusive, open and accountable procurement becomes an even more important safeguard.
The webinar will showcase public and private sectors role in following the gender-responsive procurement practices in times of COVID-19. The panelists will speak about practical policies, practices and services that companies could develop, implement and practice to help in the procurement responses.