29/06/2023
Is Procurement Adding Value to Your Organisation?
We have been working with several Local Government clients on a number of projects, supporting their existing commercial and procurement teams with targeted saving initiatives, both through focused procurement activity and improved contract management, as part of wider transformation activities.
We have undertaken strategic reviews with key stakeholders across a number of Local Government clients, with similar outcomes:
>Capacity and capability of the Procurement team
>Poor Contract Management disciplines
>Lack of quality training and support for Procurement and Stakeholders
>Lack of integrated planning
>Limited cash savings being delivered through Procurement
>No real ambition to maximise value from social value and the * local community.
>Opportunities to revise Contract Standing Orders and manage risk proportionately
The Quantum 360 team have been supporting our Local Government clients in facing head-on some of their challenges in delivering economic and social benefits to residents, with restricted budgets and the need for further cost savings.
We have recently developed a Sustainable Commercial Strategy for one large London Borough, as they bring an outsourced service back in-house in parallel with supporting the Council to achieve its new Corporate Plan and Net Zero targets. We have also developed an implementation plan, which we are now delivering to the Council to embed the changes and improve commercial performance.
As part of our work with Local Government, Quantum 360 is also delivering training to both Commercial and Service teams to enhance internal capability in driving contract management performance and commercial skills.
Please take a look at some of our case studies here: https://quantum-360.co.uk/case-studies/
Kevin Bates, our CEO would be happy to discuss our experience and how Quantum 360 can help drive greater value through Procurement.
06/05/2023
Congratulations to our new King! May this coronation symbolise our country's unity and progress. This is an iconic event in our history, and it reflects our people's passion and dedication. It is a moment to be proud and delighted as well as to join together as a community and celebrate what we all share.
Let us remember the responsibility that comes with leadership and the significance of serving those we lead with honesty and compassion as we mark this historic milestone.
20/04/2023
We are passionate about building long-term and sustainable Procurement and Commercial Capability.
Who are Quantum 360?
We are a commercial and procurement consultancy company that supports our clients to fully meet their potential, driving sustainable cost savings and improved outcomes.
Quantum 360 supports organisations through the Commercial lifecycle by:
- Developing strategic plans
- Procuring services
- Leading negotiations
- Ensuring that services and contracts maximise value for money and delivery
If you're looking to transform your commercial and procurement function or need assistance to deliver a strategic project, talk to us:
https://quantum-360.co.uk
20/04/2023
As Quantum 360 CEO, Kevin has led multiple strategic and complex, multi-billion-pound programmes. During his career spanning over 20 years in both the public and private market sectors, he has led large commercial organisations in transformation across areas such as healthcare, infrastructure and transportation. His wide experience within both central and local government provides him with the skills that clients look for to really drive their organisational performance and improve value for money.
Kevin strives for successful results, and speed to deliver, whilst also being quality focused, accompanied by excellent customer and client relationship skills. One of his career highlights was leading the commercial negotiations on behalf of the Vaccine, Antiviral and Therapeutic Taskforces, where Kevin negotiated multi-billion-pound vaccines, antivirals and antibody contracts to support the Government’s objective of living with COVID-19.
Kevin’s area of expertise is designing and delivering Commercial transformation programmes, managing high-value/high-risk procurement projects, negotiating large-value contracts, and setting up teams to manage contracts effectively. Kevin developed and implemented a new Commercial and Procurement function into NHS England. Leading the team to win the CIPS 2017 Annual Awards ‘Most Improved Procurement Operation – Start-Up’
As an experienced speaker at professional events in both the UK and Oversees, Kevin regularly demonstrates his strong people skills whilst motivating his colleagues for a victorious team performance. Kevin was invited as a headline speaker at high-profile events in India where he had the opportunity to share his commercial and procurement experience and insight.
Due to his outstanding work ethic, Kevin holds the highest level of accreditation at the UK Government Commercial Function (GCF) and a Master’s in Business Administration.
Kevin brings his determination and focus into his personal life, by completing the London to Paris cycle ride, proving his resilient character. He also likes to rewind with golf and has supported his local football team ‘Luton Town’ for his whole life.
If you are looking for advice or more information about how Kevin and his team can support your organisation, please get in touch:
W: https://quantum-360.co.uk
