Managing the contract workforce

By Larry Anderson

Managed service providers (MSPs) can provide turnkey services for "free" by using VMS software tools to ensure low rates, transparency and efficiency....

Best practice: pricing models for MSP

By David Candler

Three ways to pay for Managed Service Providers....

The economics of green

By Scot Case

Less expensive, easier-to-find products and long-term cost savings are making it easier than ever to go green....

Internal team gets it done in Texas

By David Yarkin

Strategic sourcing yields Texas-size cost savings — starting with fleet vehicles....

Cooperative purchasing yields improved operating results (IOR)

By Steve Hamill

The U.S. Communities' Great Government program focuses attention on real-life examples of governments achieving greatness....

Breaking the ice: An overview of de-icing and anti-icing techniques

What is the difference between de-icing and anti-icing?...

P-card program pitfalls and success strategies

By Lynn Larson

10 common pitfalls to avoid in a purchasing card program....

Refrain of the unappreciated: Who will know?

By Pam Hayes

In a guest editorial, Pam Hayes describes how public purchasers "get no respect."...

Viewpoint: The Downside of "Buy American"

A group of 28 industry associations sent the following letter to congressional leaders in late 2009 about the Buy American clause in ARRA....

UPPCC new certifications

Individuals who earned UPPCC certifications in October 2009....

New NIGP members

Agencies and individuals who joined NIGP in November and December 2009....

Tired of the same familiar faces? Start an RFP academy

By Frederick Marks

Fred Marks on how to improve customer service by recruiting new participants for RFP committees....