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After more than two decades of working in the government sector, I transitioned into entrepreneurship at the age of 40. Starting Procure Spot allowed me to follow my passion in work, without compromising my family priorities. As a business owner, I find the greatest fulfillment in pushing boundaries and devising strategies that enhance my clients’ […]

A safe and healthy workplace benefits everyone. It’s not just about preventing accidents; it’s about nurturing a work environment where employees can thrive without risking their well-being. The primary objective of National Safe Work Month is to encourage all individuals and organisations to prioritise safety in their workplaces and work towards reducing the number of

The structured approach to scaling your business Matthew Armour, the founder of Procure Spot, shared valuable insights during a talk at the Penrith Chamber of Commerce in August. His presentation centered around the importance of a structured approach to scaling small businesses. In the dynamic world of business, growth isn’t just a goal; it’s a

Most of us understand the importance of Governance and Process in effective procurement – but there is a third factor that is often overlooked.   By Tony Gargan Most of the clients we work with at Procure Spot have a firm idea of how to make procurement decisions and run procurement processes. While there are

Procure Spot founder Matthew Armour was pleased to attend the annual Pathfinders Pumpkin Run, in support of the not-for-profit organisation and long-term client of Procure Spot. Procure Spot founder Matthew Armour was pleased to attend the annual Pathfinders Pumpkin Run which started in Armidale and ended at Government House in support of the not-for-profit organisation

“Plan, Do Check, Act”:  If you’ve been working towards certification, you know firsthand that implementing an ISO Management System is no easy task! Once you have successfully received certification, you may sigh a breath of relief and think the greatest part of the job is done. However, many businesses forget that maintaining certification can be

Unfortunately, there is a negative stigma surrounding the word “audit” when by its very nature, it should encourage energy for a culture of continuous improvement.

Management Reviews are ideally conducted every 6 to 12 months. These reviews ensure your management system(s) remain effective and relevant to the strategic objectives of your business. If you’ve been working towards certification or recently attained certification, you know how much work is involved.  At Procure Spot, our facilitated management reviews can fundamentally increase the

Time and time again, I see businesses commence bidding for government work only to shy away from submission due to not being ready to go through the process. Tender Readiness is critical for success in an ever increasing competitive market and there is a plethora of free resources available on various government websites to assist businesses in preparing themselves for