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06 Apr 2026

How to Run a Supplier Audit (Checklist for UK Construction)

Supplier audits are a critical part of managing risk in construction projects. Whether you're onboarding new suppliers or reviewing existing ones, a structured audit process ensures your supply chain remains compliant, reliable and high-performing. However, many organisations either skip audits entirely or approach them inconsistently, leading to missed risks and compliance gaps. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach to running a supplier audit, along with a practical checklist tailored for UK construction.

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27 Feb 2026

Public Procurement Threshold Changes in 2026: What Buyers & Suppliers Need to Know

From 1 January 2026, updated public procurement threshold values will apply across the UK. These changes will affect which contracts fall within the full regulatory scope of the Procurement Act 2023, altering compliance obligations for both contracting authorities and suppliers. While threshold adjustments happen periodically, their practical impact is often underestimated. Changes in threshold values can shift contracts into (or out of) full regulatory coverage affecting advertising requirements, evaluation processes, transparency obligations and audit risk. Understanding what these changes mean and how to prepare is essential for procurement teams and bidders alike.

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25 Feb 2026

Carbon Reduction Plans (CRPs) Explained for Tendering

Environmental sustainability is no longer optional in public procurement. Across the UK, contracting authorities are embedding carbon reduction requirements into tender processes, making environmental transparency a formal condition of doing business with government. One of the most significant developments in this area is the requirement for suppliers to publish and submit a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP). But what exactly does a CRP involve, when is it mandatory and how does it influence tender evaluation? Understanding these requirements is now essential for any organisation bidding for public sector contracts.

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05 Feb 2026

Aligning ISO Certifications with Tender Requirements to Win More Tenders

ISO certifications are frequently requested in public and private sector tenders. However, many suppliers make a critical mistake: they list their ISO accreditations without demonstrating how they meet the specific requirements. Buyers are not simply checking whether you hold a certificate they want evidence that your certified management systems actively support contract delivery. This guide explains how to strategically align your ISO certifications with tender requirements to maximise your evaluation score and strengthen your compliance position.

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12 Jan 2026

Supply Chain Management for Data Centres: Reducing Risk in a Mission-Critical Environment

Data centre supply chains operate in a uniquely high-risk, high-responsibility environment. From supplier onboarding and compliance monitoring to documentation and long-term asset management, effective supply chain governance is essential to protecting uptime, safety and reputation. By adopting structured onboarding, robust pre-qualification, continuous compliance monitoring and digital supply chain tools, data centre operators can significantly reduce risk while supporting reliable and resilient operations over the full lifecycle of their facilities.

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22 Dec 2025

Building a Resilient Supply Chain: Best Practice for UK Construction & Infrastructure

Supply chain resilience is essential in an industry defined by complexity, regulation and long-term responsibility. By strengthening onboarding, improving data visibility, maintaining continuous compliance oversight and embracing digital tools, organisations can build supply chains that are better equipped to manage risk and disruption. A resilient supply chain protects not only project delivery, but also long-term compliance, safety and asset performance.

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17 Nov 2025

Introducing Mobilize, the Next-Generation End-to-End Supply-Chain & Procurement Platform

Mobilize is Liaison Systems’ next-generation, end-to-end supply-chain and procurement platform designed to replace fragmented, manual processes with a single intelligent system. Built on the proven foundations of the Samson platform, Mobilize addresses the growing complexity of modern supply chains by unifying supplier onboarding, compliance, performance monitoring, and procurement into one configurable solution.

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