David Smith, Director of Procurement and Trust-wide Projects at Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust, shares how they’re saving money while staying true to their values.
This Governing Matters article covers:
- New approaches to making savings
- Considering environmental sustainability
- Procurement as a strategic lever
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