Engineering and Construction publications

 

12th Annual Global CEO Survey: Engineering and Construction industry summary

  

Building knowledge: Low-cost sourcing from China

  

Building knowledge: Low-cost sourcing from China


12th Annual Global CEO Survey: Engineering and Construction industry summary

January 2009

Building knowledge: Low-cost sourcing from China
The engineering and construction sector has lagged behind manufacturing and retail industries in sourcing materials from low-cost countries. Did you know that as much as 10% of a companies' total spend in this sector could be suitable for low cost sourcing with a 30% on average cost saving achievable? With growing pressure of low margins and cost inflation, companies are looking to low-cost sourcing as a means of maintaining competitiveness.

January 2008

Building knowledge: Low-cost sourcing from China
In an increasingly competitive environment, with a recognised need for improved upfront planning for capital investment, a key element of the project planning phase is an effective procurement strategy. Here we examine how to establish a strategy that is well suited to the client organisation and aligned with the needs and circumstances of the project and market.

September 2007