Sponsored Shaping Student Success with a Well-Designed Library & Media Center 18th November 2024 When it comes to libraries and media centers, it’s important to create flexible spaces that adapt to the changing needs of students and teachers. With Virco, America’s leading manufacturer and supplier of school furniture, you can create a dynamic library or media center to engage and support every curious mind. In the heart of every […]
Sponsored What is Cooperative Purchasing & How Does it Benefit Public Sector Procurement? 18th November 2024 In today’s fast-paced and budget-conscious public sector environment, efficient procurement practices are more crucial than ever. Cooperative purchasing, by combining the needs of many agencies, not only lowers costs but also improves access to quality products and services, simplifies procurement processes, and ensures compliance with regulations. Let’s explore what cooperative purchasing entails and delve into […]
Sponsored Public Safety Starts with Smart Procurement 18th November 2024 Ensuring public safety at large-scale events, whether concerts, sports games, or community gatherings, comes with unique challenges. With the responsibility of protecting attendees, crowd control, and maintaining security, procurement teams play a critical role in making sure the staff has everything they need to execute the event. From acquiring security staff and surveillance technology to […]
Sponsored What is Strategic Procurement, and How Can Cooperative Purchasing Help? 18th November 2024 When it comes to procurement, having a clear, strategic approach is key to delivering value to your organization. Whether you’re in education, government, nonprofit or the private sector, procurement can be a powerful tool for maximizing savings, streamlining operations, and ensuring compliance. Strategic procurement is more than just buying goods and services—it’s about creating value, […]
Sponsored SC Procurement Team Boosts Strategy & Savings with Cooperative 18th November 2024 It’s no secret that procurement professionals nationwide are struggling with budgets, bandwidth and staffing shortages. These roadblocks reveal opportunity though, as teams look toward cooperative purchasing for relief. With the help of a cooperative purchasing organization, you can increase savings at your organization by leveraging pre-awarded cooperative contracts and streamlining your purchasing process, resulting in […]
Sponsored How to Relieve Labor Shortage Challenges with Vendor Managed Inventory 30th October 2024 By: Lawson Products In today’s fast-paced world, efficient procurement is crucial for any entity. As procurement professionals, you are constantly balancing tight budgets, increasing demands, and the need to streamline operations. Partnering with a cooperative organization like OMNIA Partners can make this process simpler, smoother, and far more effective. Follow along below to see how […]
Sponsored ATI Partners with Consultants to Remediate Tulare Lake Flooding 30th October 2024 Overview In March 2023, an extraordinary flooding event occurred in the Tulare region of California, following record snowfall in the Sierra Nevada Mountains during the winter of 2022-2023. As a result, a veterinary research facility at a leading educational institution experienced severe flooding. The lab had to be evacuated, and adjacent facilities were also affected. […]
Sponsored WypAll® Disinfecting Wipes: Meeting Efficacy with Accessibility 30th October 2024 By Kimberly-Clark Professional As stewards of school environments, facility managers and procurement professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of students, staff, and faculty. The battle against germs and infections is ongoing, especially within educational institutions, which is why it is important for facilities and procurement departments to prioritize hygiene and budget-conscious choices. […]
Sponsored NY School District Transforms Outdoor Seating with Cooperative Purchasing Solution 30th October 2024 Rye Neck Union Free School District, located 25 miles north of Manhattan, serves over 1,400 students across three buildings. Carolyn Mahar, the Assistant Superintendent for Business and Finance, is responsible for managing the district’s financial operations, drawing on her extensive experience in public accounting, insurance, and education finance. The district recently used cooperative purchasing to […]
Sponsored Granite Transforms City Municipal Communication Infrastructure 30th October 2024 Faced with rising costs and challenges due to an outdated phone system and legacy services from their previous provider, City officials sought a comprehensive solution for their communication infrastructure. Leveraging a cooperative contract through OMNIA Partners, the city utilized Granite Telecommunications to modernize their systems, streamline operations, and achieve significant cost savings through a more […]
Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina 13th October 2020
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