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How Scotland Excel strives for excellence in prudent procurement

How Scotland Excel strives for excellence in prudent procurement

From de-risking supply chains to assessing how demographics affect demand, especially in the care sector, Scotland Excel helps councils create sustainable services. By Anthony Harrington

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