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Navigating Growth and Making Smart Choices with a Specialist Consultant
The vending industry has emerged as a beacon of resilience and growth.
In the face of unprecedented economic and environmental challenges, the business landscape has been a rollercoaster. However, amidst the uncertainty, the vending industry has emerged as a beacon of resilience and growth.
The recent AVA census sheds light on the industry’s impressive achievements, showcasing a 15.7% increase in turnover to ￡3.01 billion. As we delve into the promising outlook for 2024, it becomes clear that the right choices are crucial in navigating this dynamic sector
Mastering the Catering Tender Process: A Step-by-Step Guide with Expert Insights
It requires meticulous planning and attention to detail!
Embarking on the journey of tendering for catering services can be a complex and time-consuming process. With a timeline of three to four months, it requires meticulous planning and attention to detail. To navigate this intricate terrain, some clients opt to enlist the expertise of a catering consultant.
We look into the stages of the tendering process, emphasising the role of an expert consultant to streamline and enhance the experience.
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Stages of the Tender Process:
1. Pre-qualification Process (PQQ): The initial step involves a pre-qualification questionnaire that assesses potential tenderers based on experience, geographical reach, clientele, financial details, and liability insurance. A catering consultant can guide clients through this process, helping them identify suppliers that align closely with their business and catering requirements.
Cleaning Up the System: A Closer Look at the Plight of Cleaners and the Urgent Need for Safe Sick Pay
Sheds light on a concerning reality!
In the often unseen and underappreciated world of cleaning, a recent year-long survey conducted by the Centre for Progressive Change (CPC) in collaboration with the think tank Autonomy sheds light on a concerning reality.
The survey, encompassing 350 cleaners, reveals a disheartening statistic: more than a third of cleaners continue to work when unwell due to the lack of eligibility for sick pay. This revelation prompts a critical examination of the working conditions within the cleaning sector and calls for transformative change.
The Current Landscape:
“Cleaning up the sector: a better future of work for cleaners” presents a stark reality—one in which only 21% of cleaners are granted the privilege of taking sick days. This alarming figure suggests that a significant majority of cleaners find themselves compelled to work while grappling with illness.