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IPEC Cohort The application phase for this year Cohort is now closed. If you have applied this year, we will be in touch regarding your application shortly. If you would...

Navigating public sector procurement

At a recent panel discussion co-organised by IPEC and Digital Leaders, experts shared valuable insights on overcoming these challenges and driving successful outcomes. Effective governance is key to fostering innovation....

7 Tips for Delivering Innovation in Local Government

I recently had the opportunity to participate in a roundtable on July 17th, where leaders from local government and the digital transformation sector came together to discuss the challenges and...

In-Conversation with Daniel Clarke

This week, we had the privilege of interviewing Daniel Clarke, Head of Innovation and Technology at Greater Cambridge Partnership, delving into topics on innovation, procurement, and how these strategies are...

Current Sentiment in the Procurement World

The Innovation Procurement Empowerment Centre (IPEC) has been at the forefront of these efforts, aiming to embed innovative procurement practices within public sector organisations. A recent study sheds light on...

Innovation in Procurement blog

Innovation in procurement is a multifaceted concept, especially within the risk-averse and budget-stretched environment of the public sector. Some advocate for trials, R&D, market-making, and using competitive dialogue or flexible...