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Purchasing Managers' Index: Downward trend in German industry continues
(Eschborn/Hamburg, 03.09.2024) The manufacturing industry in Germany recorded a decline in new orders, purchasing volumes and employment in August 2024. New orders fell to their lowest level since November 2023. Overall, manufacturers were less positive about their business prospects than in the previous month. Managers continue to be concerned about the low level of order books and the weak economy in general.
Read more...New free of charge series: BME International Sourcing Webinars
In times of constant change, lack of capacities and opportunities to discover unknown sourcing markets for your company, we would like to support your future procurement activities by bringing in some more structure. Our new webinar series is going to provide you with the latest developments in specific regions directly from the experts.
Read more...Germany and its due diligence obligations: IntegrityNext and BME published joint study after almost a year Supply Chain due Diligence Act
Survey data shows that companies with 3,000 or more employees are only moderately positive after the first year of the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (in German LkSG). Time and organizational effort, transparency and data quality are the biggest challenges in implementing the LkSG.
Read more...Ukraine: Business is increasing its support for the Armed Forces and the population
Ukraine: Business is increasing its support for the Armed Forces and the population. The results of the new quarterly survey “Business during the war” conducted by the European Business Association among its member companies demonstrate such a trend. Currently, 61% of the surveyed companies support their employees who are in the Armed Forces, while 56% provide financial support to the Armed Forces and the population. For comparison, in July 2022, 46% supported employees, and 34% provided financial assistance.
Read more...BME matchmaking platform crosses the 1000 registered suppliers threshold
BME matchmaking platform crosses the 1000 registered suppliers threshold
Read more...Procurement in Ukraine: companies deliver under difficult conditions
Ukraine is a reliable trading partner for German and international business even under the most adverse conditions. This message was conveyed by representatives of German and Ukrainian associations as well as companies in the "Webinar on Purchasing in Ukraine - current situation, chances and risks".
Read more...Artificial intelligence is revolutionising purchasing
14th BME-eLÖSUNGSTAGE with 1,000 participants took place in Düsseldorf this May: The two-day specialist congress explored the questions of what contribution AI platforms can make to increasing efficiency, reducing costs and minimising risks in 2023.
Read more...Turkey benefits from the trend towards nearshoring
In the medium to long term, German companies rate Turkey's economic potential as high. The infrastructure is excellent in many cases, the industrial base is broad, there are many logistical options for trade with Europe, production is still comparatively cheap, and the availability of labour and skilled workers is good.
Read more...Rapid growth of the digital platform for BME matchmaking services!
Rapid growth of the digital platform for BME matchmaking services! More than 110 buyers from 8 countries, over 270 registrations to BME B2B matchmaking events 2023
Read more...5 steps to employer branding
If you are looking for an effective way to attract new talent to your company and retain employees in the long term, you need a well-developed employer branding strategy. After all, with an effective employer brand, you can attract missing professionals who are in high demand in the labor market.
Read more...BME matchmaking events 2023 in over 20 countries
Find new suppliers with BME: This year the association offers buyers once again numerous opportunities to identify and get to know suppliers around the world.
Read more...The countdown to the 8th Western Balkans Purchasing Initiative has started
More than 30 German companies, + 120 suppliers and more than 450 B2B meetings expected. The BME Purchasing Initiative, commissioned by the BMWK as part of the Market Development Programme, is the BME's largest matchmaking event. Since 2015, over 3,000 B2B meetings have successfully taken place as part of the event.
Read more...8th CEE Forum with successful B2B matchmaking relaunch
After two years of a compulsory break due to Corona, the 8th CEE Procurement and Supply Forum took place again as a face-to-face event in Prague. With more than 250 scheduled B2B meetings between industrial buyers and qualified suppliers from Central and Eastern Europe, the 2022 networking event again brought concrete added value for all 150 participants.
Read more...Cost transparency secures long-term supply relationships
In the face of sharply rising energy prices worldwide, BME specialist group "Global Sourcing" has recently discussed possible solutions for purchasing in a difficult international environment. Energy costs are currently the central price driver for companies. Industrial purchasing has been searching with all its might for suitable solution options. The topic was also the focus of an exchange of views by the Global Sourcing specialist group of German Association of Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics (BME). More than 20 participants, who took part in the discussion round, came to the conclusion that cost transparency secures supply relationships in the long term!
Read more...EP&SCE: Top event with 200 CPOs of European companies
From efficiency to resilience. Procurement as the backbone and driver of innovation and transformation in times of dramatic social and geopolitical change: Executives from top European companies discussed these topics at the BME's European Procurement & Supply Chain Excellence Summit in Dresden on 21 June 2022.
Read more...BME Survey Ukraine War - Purchasing in the 'NOW'
A recent survey carried out by the buyers' association on the Ukraine war revealed that while a possible energy freeze would pose a major threat to the German economy, it could be an opportunity to use more sustainable energy in the long term.
Read more...Global Sourcing Expert Council
Exchange among experts, discussion on current challenges, addressing current issues such as local4local, risk management, logistics, market overviews or political developments, limited to BME members.
Read more...India - Global manufacturing hub for investors
Centering the efforts to make India an attractive destination for FDI in manufacturing and enhance exports, the union government launched subsidy programmes like the production linked incentive (PLI) schemes with an outlay of around US$26 billion. The PLI schemes have provided impetus to various key sectors such as specialty steel, automobiles/auto components, ACC battery, large-scale electronics manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food products, solar EV modules, textile products etc. The aim is to make India a large manufacturing hub. The production should cater to the Indian market as well as exports.
Read more...Vietnam: Export Industries and Sourcing Potentials
Vietnam is getting traction as an alternative sourcing destination to China. Many companies that formerly exclusively sourced there are now expanding their supplier network to other nearby countries according to the "China +1" strategies. Within South-East Asia, Vietnam is one of the fastest-growing economies and compared with other developing markets in the region, this country is emerging as a leader in export-oriented production and a driving force behind free trade agreements.
Read more...Events in focus
BME B2B world grows bigger: Procurement and Supply Forum expands to Türkiye
One of our international flag events – Procurement and Supply Forum has been successfully organized 9 times already. This year we will not only celebrate the 10th anniversary of the CEE Procurement and Supply Forum, but also the 1st edition of the Procurement and Supply Forum Türkiye!
Read more...10th CEE Procurement & Supply Forum in Budapest: Register now and meet suppliers
Are you looking for an efficient way to find new suppliers in Central and Eastern Europe? Then register and meet your sourcing partners in person in Budapest in October. There are currently over 900 detailed supplier profiles available on the BME Matchmaking Platform for your personal selection.
Read more...Looking for new partners in East-Central Europe? Register to CEE Forum now and receive 10% early booking discount!
This year’s event is going back to the roots and is taking place in Budapest, Hungary, where the first edition was also organized, on the 7-8.10.2024.
Read more...Explore a new market with BME at the 1st Purchasing Initiative India
From 8 to 26 of July 2024, German buyers will have a possibility to get to know Indian suppliers in pre-scheduled online B2B meetings.
Read more...10th Purchasing Initiative Western Balkans in Munich: 378 suppliers ready for your selection
Identifying reliable suppliers efficiently can be challenging. For the 10th Purchasing Initiative Western Balkans, there are currently 378 supplier profiles from the production materials sector available on the BME Matchmaking platform - more companies for German buyers to choose from than ever before.
Read more...Supplier search in ASEAN, the Western Balkans and India - BME expands purchasing initiatives
Supplier search in ASEAN, the Western Balkans and India - BME expands purchasing initiatives. Register now - and find suppliers in 15 countries in 3 regions at www.bmematchmaking.com
Read more...Sourcing and B2B in Turkey - BME and AHK jointly present supplier options in Izmir
Later this year BME and AHK Turkey will again jointly present sourcing options in Turkey. The 2nd German-Turkish Business Day on the 7th of December in Izmir will give BME buyers a compact insight into Turkish procurement and sourcing market. "In numerous commodity groups, Turkey offers exciting opportunities and alternatives in the area of nearshoring," says Olaf Holzgrefe, Head of International at BME. "Especially in the areas of castings and metal, Turkey has potential, which has already been confirmed by the BME-Expert-Council-Turkey."
Read more...Purchasing Initiative Western Balkans: 250 supplier profiles available to buyers
On the 12th of October, BME's 9th Purchasing Initiative Western Balkans 2024 will again take place as a B2B event in Cologne. The decisive preparation phase for the purchasing companies is currently taking place. 250 suppliers from the Western Balkans have described in a comprehensive questionnaire their competencies as well as capabilities and are thus transparent for selection. Already more than 20 German companies and BME members have selected their potential partners and confirmed their participation in the B2B meetings in Cologne. "The selection process shows, new suppliers in the field of metal, serial and drawing parts, plastics and other production materials are currently in great demand," says Olaf Holzgrefe Head of International at BME. "Those who have not yet checked suppliers can still do so until mid-September on the platform www.bmematchmaking.com and book their individual meetings."
Read more...Meet new business partners at the CEE Forum in Krakow!
For the 9th time already, one of BME International’s biggest annual event will be held in Krakow, Poland on the 14th and 15th of November 2023. Become part of our BME matchmaking network now and meet buyers during B2B matchmaking. The application for suppliers is free of charge – more than 140 companies have already applied!
Read more...Upcoming Free Webinar on the 4th of July: Gain Valuable Insights on Procurement in Ukraine
What is the reality for manufacturing companies in Ukraine? How do German companies perceive the situation? Explore the opportunities and risks and join experts from Deutsche Bahn, Heine + Beisswenger Group, and top Ukrainian companies for an engaging webinar on the current situation in Ukraine on 4th of July.
Read more...Supplier search in Western Balkans begins - BMWK/BME Purchasing Initiative supports supply chain diversification
More than 45 German purchasing companies from various sectors and industries have already expressed their interest in participating in the Event. German Chambers of Commerce abroad in the Western Balkan countries are now beginning to actively search for suitable suppliers. What is new this year is that buyers can search and evaluate potential suppliers on an online platform. Registration is open and free of charge until the end of July at www.bmematchmaking.com.
Read more...9th CEE Procurement & Supply Forum - Direct B2B access to suppliers from 14 countries
New suppliers for new supply chain challenges. New suppliers for diversification. Solutions to questions in regards to Local4Local or nearshoring. Or just an intensive exchange between buyers and suppliers. For the 9th time, the BME CEE Procurement and Supply Forum offers national and international buyers the opportunity to meet qualified suppliers. Whether it’s B2B, networking or information, on 15th November, a platform will be provided for your supply chain challenges in a new and modern location in Krakow.
Read more...Meet new suppliers at the 2nd @B2B Sourcing Day Hungary
BME and the German Chamber of Commerce in Hungary cordially invite you to discover business opportunities in Hungary during the 2nd edition of the Sourcing Day Hungary.
Read more...58. Symposium Purchasing and Logistics - 18th – 20th October 2023, STATION Berlin
PRO:CONNECT Let's embrace the future together - as a community! We are all facing new challenges and opportunities created by the velocity of change.
Read more...Supplier search in Western Balkans begins - BMWK/BME Purchasing Initiative supports supply chain diversification
More than 45 German purchasing companies from various sectors and industries have already expressed their interest in participating in the Event.
Read more...In dialogue: Webinar on Purchasing Opportunities in Ukraine – Current situation, chances and risks
Together with its partners, BME is taking a first step to take a closer look at the procurement market in Ukraine. A first joint webinar is about to take place, accompany this dialogue and offer interested buyers a competent insight into the procurement market.
Read more...B2B scouting for buyers: Southeast Asia and Europe still firmly in view
Supply chain diversification continues to occupy our buyers. High energy prices in Germany, political developments in the world and the transformation of the economy - purchasing is in demand. Access to new or alternative suppliers remains important. "We continue to expand access to alternatives in the supply chain," says Lisa Immensack, project manager of the currently running purchasing initiative South East Asia.
Read more...Find suppliers at the 3rd B2B Sourcing Seminar Moldova
Together with GIZ and in cooperation with ODA (Moldovan Organization for the Development of Entrepreneurship), BME invites you to discover new sourcing opportunities and find new suppliers at the Sourcing Seminar Moldova 2023. The B2B matchmaking event will take place in on-site in Chișinău, Moldova. B2B meetings on the 28th of March will be followed by company visits on the 29th of March.
Read more...Services in focus
BME-Compliance Initiative - Cross-industry Code of Conduct to protect companies
Does your purchasing department meet compliance requirements? Protect yourself against compliance risks with the BME Code of Conduct! Join the BME Compliance Initiative at low cost.
Read more...BME International Matchmaking - www.bmematchmaking.com
BME has launched www.bmematchmaking.com - to support your sourcing activities worldwide. You can search here for and invite suitable suppliers who fit your individual needs. Supplier can search for and invite suitable buyers that match their competences.
Read more...BME Certification System – Responsible Procurement Organization
BME Certification System – Responsible Procurement Organization Step by step towards a sustainable procurement organization
Read more...BME Market Research - Measuring success - Creating added value - Optimize costs
As part of its market research services, the BME collects a wide range of professional key figures and market information that support purchasing decision-makers in their strategic and operational business and help them to stay ahead of the competition.
Read more...BME Sourcing-Hepdesk for Members - Individual Support in foreign Markets
Do you have specific challenges? You need individual support? The BME Helpdesk will support you with information, contacts, supplier lists, etc.! Contact us!
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