The SIPE Conference is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of innovation procurement, connect with like-minded professionals, and contribute to shaping the future of innovation procurement in Europe. It is a must-attend for procurement professionals, offering unmatched opportunities for learning, networking, and collaborating to scale-up innovation adoption.
The BUILD project organised a series of transformative, practical training activities in March and April 2024 that brought together stakeholders from across Europe. Although they were based on local successes and tools available in Finland, Estonia, Slovakia, and The Netherlands, the impact of Innovation Procurement can extend across all European…
The Energy Management International Conference 2024 in Slovakia was the perfect incubator to host BUILD’s training event. In this enchanting hub, high in the Tatra mountains, over 100 stakeholders were united in their commitment to driving sustainability through innovative procurement solutions. Let´s have a closer look at this unique event.
Innovation adoption is a hallmark of the procurement process in Rotterdam. Results speak for themselves, considering the Procura+ Innovation Procurement of the Year award, which focused on providing user-friendly and eco-friendly public transport designed around diverse target groups. The innovative procedure used, Forward Committed Procurement, together with a competitive dialogue…
In the picturesque city of Tartu (Estoni, the BUILD training took place, igniting conversations and fostering insights into the realm of innovation procurement. On 3. April 2024, procurement specialists and stakeholders met at the VSpa Conference Center, for a dynamic exploration of innovative procurement practices..
In the heart of Turku, Finland, a groundbreaking training event unfolded on Wednesday, March 27th 2024. Procurement specialists and public buyers converged for a transformative journey into the realm of innovative public procurement. This free training represents a core activity in the BUILD project. The goal is indeed to enhance…
In the rapidly evolving landscape of urban development, harnessing innovation through public procurement has become not just an option, but a critical necessity. This principle forms the cornerstone of the BUILD project, which is dedicated to empowering public buyers with the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate the realm of…
The Research and Innovation Week 2024, held from March 18 to 21 at Tour & Taxis, Brussels, was a pivotal platform for deliberating the future trajectory of Research and Innovation (R&I) in Europe. Amidst the discourse on past achievements and future strategies, the event spotlighted the important role of innovation…
One of the key benefits of these half-day training sessions is their tailored approach, addressing the specific needs and challenges of the hosting countries – Finland, Estonia, The Netherlands, and Slovakia. Our local experts will showcase successful cases of Innovation Procurement, dynamically adapting the information to suit the audience, presenting…
The webinar on "Innovative Procurement Methods" delved into the complexities and opportunities surrounding the procurement of innovations. It raised fundamental questions: Is procuring innovations difficult and risky? How do organizations navigate the challenges associated with innovative procurement?
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