Procurement Talk With David Byrne
99 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratingsProcurement Talk provides insight, solutions and assistance to other Procurement and Business Professionals.
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Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 19 – You Must Have a Savings Target
June 11, 2024 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.35 MBWhen Procurement Professionals make quality procurement decisions it is never an accident. It is always the result of intelligent effort. Having a savings target is another quality procurement decision.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 18 – Finding a Mentor
May 28, 2024 23:00 - 5 minutes - 3.89 MBWe all need help, we all need assistance as we move through life, finding a mentor will help you on this journey.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 17 – Who Decided Your Limitations
May 14, 2024 23:22 - 5 minutes - 3.62 MBDon’t let somebody set a limitation on what you want to achieve, take control of your life and break free of the imposed limitations. Change is achievable!
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 16 – Setting up Strategic Partnerships
April 09, 2024 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.6 MBIn this episode David explains how establishing strategic partnerships will deliver to your company, the community and your customers.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 15 – Why Setting up a Procurement Strategy Works
March 26, 2024 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.05 MBSet up a procurement strategy and deliver real tangible value to your organisation. The key is leading with values and David will explain how.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 14- Business Acumen – What’s Stopping You
March 12, 2024 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.01 MBEvery morning you get a choice on how you attack the day, yes your excuses are real and valid but every man’s happiness is his own responsibility.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 13 – Process Maps are an Essential Tool
February 27, 2024 17:00 - 7 minutes - 4.86 MBIn this episode David explains how establishing process maps can help you stabilise and grow your business. Also, you will find out who does what and when.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 12 – Create Your Own Image
February 13, 2024 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.52 MBYour image is an important component in working towards your goals, and this includes your appearance, professionalism, enthusiasm and much more. Learn to move through the times as your image changes.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 11- Business Acumen – Said but not acted upon
January 31, 2024 03:41 - 6 minutes - 4.55 MBIn this episode David details what steps you can take when business acumen is not being displayed and how you can drive the business forward.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 10 – Now Is Your Time
July 11, 2023 07:32 - 6 minutes - 4.41 MBNow is your time! It’s your time to shine, be a success, make a move, carve out a new direction, write the words and sing that song – now is your time. Yes, this podcast is a call to action and your freedom lies in taking the first step.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 9 – Robotic Is Here Jump On Board.
June 27, 2023 06:59 - 6 minutes - 4.41 MBIn this episode David explains how robotics is making a significant impact on all aspects of our lives and why you as a business you need to jump on board.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 8 – Explaining What Procurement Does
June 13, 2023 06:37 - 6 minutes - 4.5 MBIn this episode David explain the commonly asked question “so what does Procurement do?”, yes it is much more then running tender, more than a good policy and more then negotiating with a supplier.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 7 – Yes You Should Join A Board
May 30, 2023 06:23 - 6 minutes - 4.29 MBWhy should I join a Board and not get paid? Great Questions, but an even better answer is Why Not? Why Not I say. Bring your life experiences, your professional experience and wisdom to lift a Board and company, you will be amazed at the enjoyment of doing so.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 6 – Negotiate with Confidence
May 16, 2023 13:05 - 8 minutes - 5.53 MBTake the step change you need to start negotiating with confidence. Get the wins you are looking for and put yourself on new trajectory! Negotiate with Confidence!
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 5 – Successful IT Procurement
May 02, 2023 12:30 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MBIn this episode David will give you his top 10 tips for successful IT procurement. Make the IT transformation project a success and to do that you’ll need to ensure you have a successful IT procurement process. Go the 10!
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 4 – The Art of Listening
April 18, 2023 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.04 MBListening is such a vital skill across your personal and professional life. Learn how David changed from being a “Jumper” to being considerate, focused and intent on listening to what is being said.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 3 – Changing Procurement Processes
April 03, 2023 09:57 - 6 minutes - 4.8 MBChange is constant and never ending, changing procurement processes needs a focused and determined approach. In this episode you will learn why getting the foundations and basics right will set you on the right path.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 2 – Define Your Success
March 21, 2023 12:07 - 6 minutes - 4.39 MBIn this episode David talks you through defining your success and why success is so important. Getting the balance right will lay bare some real challenges that you’ll need to address but if you seek happiness you’ll find a way. So, open the door to your success.
Procurement Talk - Series 6, Episode 1 – Plan Your Year – It pays big time!
March 07, 2023 11:55 - 6 minutes - 4.44 MBIt doesn’t matter when you start, just draw a line in the sand and start planning your year ahead. You will see the benefits in your personal development, finances and achieving what’s important to you and at the end of the day isn’t that worth doing?
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 12 – Special Guest – Matt Patel from Malbek. How tech can transform procurement.
November 22, 2022 17:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBIn this the third of the series with Matt Patel from Malbek, David and Matt talk through how technology is changing procurement and how Malbek is leading the way.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 9 – Special Guest – Matt Patel from Malbek. How to align Procurement with other business teams such as Legal for success.
October 11, 2022 16:00 - 11 minutes - 11.1 MBDavid welcomes Matt Patel from Malbek and they detail how to align Procurement with other business teams and how this is being achieved with Malbek contract lifecycle management software.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 8 – Special Guest – Matt Patel from Malbek. The need for contract management for Procurement teams.
September 27, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBIn this episode David welcomes Matt Patel from Malbek, who are now rated as best in class for their contract lifecycle management software. David and Matt talk through the need for contract management for procurement team and the true value Malbek is bringing.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 7 – Interview Preparation
July 19, 2022 16:00 - 11 minutes - 9.05 MBDavid has helped doctors, directors, executives, bricklayers, scientist and may more with interview preparation. In this episode he explains why “Wisdom” is the key to success and how to put it into practice.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 6 – Don’t Run it Scares the Troops
July 05, 2022 16:00 - 6 minutes - 5.45 MBIn this episode David explores this classic saying and what it means to him and why it is still relevant today as it was in 1944.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 5 – Fraud and Procurement
June 07, 2022 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.98 MBAnother fraud event was detailed in the paper, it happens most weeks but there are activities and actions you can take to ensure procurement is correctly managed. Find out how.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 4 – Why are Purchase Orders so Important
May 19, 2022 07:58 - 6 minutes - 5.57 MBIn this episode David discusses why purchase orders are such a critical tool in your organisation and details the many benefits they bring.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 3 – Governance & Procurement in a Start Up
April 05, 2022 16:00 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MBThe statistics on Start Ups surviving are alarming, it is tough, really tough to make a success of a Start Up. But, by “right sizing” good governance and procurement practices you will have established sound business practices which will put you on the right path for success.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 2 – When is the price too expense?
March 22, 2022 16:00 - 7 minutes - 6.59 MBIn this episode David details proven business processes that will support you in managing costs so you know when the price is too expensive. So don’t get caught out, be proactive and make smart commercial decisions.
Procurement Talk - Series 5, Episode 1– Professional Development – Where are you going?
March 08, 2022 17:00 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MBWelcome back to series 5 and episode 1, in the episode David talks through professional development and ask you where are you going? David explains how his professional development turn his life around while also providing you with the tools and techniques to do the same.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 16 – Don’t Wait for Tomorrow
September 28, 2021 16:00 - 6 minutes - 7.09 MBThe clock is ticking don’t wait for tomorrow, in episode 15 David will inspire you to make the changes you need to make to achieve your goal and yes you need to start now.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 15 – Support Your Executive Team and Win
September 14, 2021 16:00 - 6 minutes - 6.6 MBIn episode 15 David details how your support to the executive team means you both win, now and in the future.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 14 – Setting up a Contracts Register
August 31, 2021 16:00 - 8 minutes - 8.67 MBWhen something goes wrong you always reach for the contract to know your obligations and rights, in episode 14 David details how to establish and why a contracts register is a must in all organisation.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 13 – Featuring special guest Jodi Rowe from Promitheia Procurement.
August 17, 2021 16:00 - 17 minutes - 13.1 MBIn episode 13 David talks with his special guest Jodi Rowe from Promitheia Procurement about their procurement advisory service.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 12 – Presenting with Confidence
August 03, 2021 16:00 - 9 minutes - 9.78 MBIn episode 12 David provides the key techniques to presenting with confidence, set new habits on the road to excellence.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 11 – How to Win at Negotiations
July 20, 2021 16:00 - 9 minutes - 9.73 MBIn episode 11 David will walk you through the negotiation triangle to give the techniques to set you on the right path to winning at negotiations.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 10 – Featuring special guest Jodi Rowe from Promitheia Procurement
July 06, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 12.7 MBIn episode 10 David talks with his special guest Jody Rowe from Promitheia Procurement about how they have establish a unique procurement template offering.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 10 – Featuring special guest Jodi Rowe from Promitheia Procurement
July 06, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 12.7 MBIn episode 10 David talks with his special guest Jody Rowe from Promitheia Procurement about how they have establish a unique procurement template offering.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 9 – Develop Your Business Acumen
June 22, 2021 16:00 - 17 minutes - 13.1 MBIn episode 9 David explains how to develop your business acumen and by doing so putting you on a pathway to more opportunities.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 8– A Number with Meaning
June 08, 2021 16:00 - 16 minutes - 14.4 MBIn episode 8 David talks about the number 12 and how he uses this special number which we all will see at some time during your day to motivate and inspire real tangible benefits.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 7 – Featuring special guest Shan Haq from Transcepta
April 13, 2021 16:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBIn episode 7 David talks with his special guest Shan Haq from Transcepta on how their intelligent procure to pay platform is helping businesses thrive and deliver tangible benefits for its customers.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 6 – Handling Set Backs
March 30, 2021 16:00 - 6 minutes - 5.68 MBWe all have set backs on a professional and personal level so spend some time listening on how to manage setbacks and then move forward again.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 5 – Top 10 Tips For IT Procurement
March 16, 2021 16:00 - 8 minutes - 7.73 MBIf you looking to deliver your IT procurement on time and on budget, listen to my top ten tips on how to achieve it. It’s not rocket science, just practical steps that work.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 4 – Define Your Own Success
March 02, 2021 17:00 - 6 minutes - 5.96 MBYour success is about you, so if your looking to getting the balance right in your life on a personal and professional level I think it’s time you define your own success.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 3 – You Must Deliver!
February 16, 2021 17:00 - 7 minutes - 7.05 MBDon’t back away you must deliver, listen to how I explain the “TI” effect which delivers the responsibility and accountability you are looking for.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 2 – Fast-track Change For Your Procurement Function
February 02, 2021 17:00 - 7 minutes - 6.75 MBIn this episode I discuss how get the best out of your procurement function fast.
Procurement Talk - Series 4, Episode 1 – Increase Your Opportunities
January 19, 2021 17:00 - 8 minutes - 7.19 MBWelcome back to series 4 and in this first episode I explain how to increase your opportunities so you are moving in the right direction. It’s time to get busy.
Procurement Talk - Series 3, Episode 15 – Documenting Requirements for a Tender
August 25, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 7.18 MBDocumenting requirements for a tender is a really important business function and today’s podcast will lead you through this process, so take the necessary time because if your rush the consequences are not palatable.
Procurement Talk - Series 3, Episode 14 – Learn to Listen
August 11, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 6.59 MBIn this episode I discuss why good listening is much more than being silent, good listening will reward you with wisdom, understanding and the ability to effectively make suggestions and hold a conversation.
Procurement Talk - Series 3, Episode 13 – Confidence and How to Get It!!
July 28, 2020 16:00 - 8 minutes - 8.7 MBIn this episode I talk about the secret of confidence and focus on the positive steps to gaining it, having a good posture, building a strong greeting, avoiding negative people, practicing your smile and more.
Procurement Talk - Series 3, Episode 12 – Don’t Let Your Limitations Define You
July 14, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 7.1 MBYes we all have limitations, but if you let your life be defined by these limitations then you really are wasting the precious gift of life. We all have the fear of failure, so after you are done thinking about it and do this quickly, go on get out there and have a crack.