Elevating Government of British Columbia’s Procurement: Maximizing Customer Value and Business Engagement
In this government keynote session, our leaders discuss the strategy for simplifying procurement processes and efforts to create a more inclusive procurement environment.
Hear insights from Geoff Haines, Executive Director, Procurement Strategy and Governance and Jordan Samis, Executive Director, Digital Talent and Capacity, both from the Government of British Columbia as they discuss:
- The strategy for simplifying procurement processes to maximize value for customers, making it easier for them to interact with the government
- Initiatives aimed at expanding the procurement capacity within public service through comprehensive training and robust support systems
- The government’s efforts to create a more inclusive procurement environment, with a focus on fostering opportunities for businesses of all sizes, promoting growth, and nurturing a sustainable community of suppliers
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