Against a backdrop of financial pressures and budget cuts affecting local authorities, the need for procurement teams to purchase and highest quality goods and services at the best possible value has never been greater, but even as times get tough, demand for services from local government will remain high, and with it the opportunity for suppliers to help buyers drive greater efficiency and value in their spending activity.

The Driving Efficiency Zone at LGPE will host a series of knowledge sessions advising suppliers on how they can help local authorities and buyers address their financial challenges and drive greater efficiency and value for money in their procurement exercises, and advise buyers on how to maintain standards and reach new suppliers against a backdrop of financial pressures.