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The 2012 Olympics presents a unique opportunity to shape London’s built environment for years to come. Procurement decisions taken now for the huge design and build programme ahead will leave a lasting legacy, from transport infrastructure to residential accommodation and even how London will be judged as a major World city in the 21st century. In short, there has never been a better opportunity to make the right decisions for London’s future development and prosperity.
The Construction Productivity Network (CPN) has announced that procurement for the Olympics will be at the top of the agenda for its programme of summer workshops, in 2007.
The CPN will host a workshop, The impact of new procurement methods on the London Olympics and other major projects – In partnership with Construction Industry Council (CIC) and the Construction Industry Environmental Forum (CIEF) – on 4 June 2007, London. This seminar will be of interest to clients, developers, designers, consultants and contractors who which to learn more about the latest procurement advice and methods and find out about opportunities the Olympics offer.
Other scheduled events in the CPN summer programme include: Are you disappointed with your supply chain? (14 June 2007, London); CPN Summer BBQ (3 July 2007, London) and R & D your way to tax credits (10 July 2007, London)
To find out more about the CPN’s forthcoming workshop programme and to sign up for events visit www.cpn.org.uk/events.htm or contact CPN, Classic House, 174-180 Old Street, London EC1V 9BP; Tel: 020 7549 3300; Email: enquiries@ciria.org.
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For further information about the CPN or to request a press pass for any forthcoming network events and workshops, email press@ciria.org or contact James Milne, CPN, Classic House, 174-180 Old Street, London EC1V 9BP; Tel: 020 7549 3300.
Managed by CIRIA, The Construction Productivity Network's (CPN) mission is to deliver leading-edge thinking and improvement opportunities to the construction industry. After more than 10 years experience of sharing best practice, the CPN offers a unique opportunity for construction companies, clients, designers, suppliers, and research bodies to learn from each other's experiences. It is a vital resource for any company or individual wanting to grow and improve.
Membership levels stand at around 150 organisations that between them represent
in excess of one third of the construction industry's turnover of £80
billion.
CPN works primarily through some 30 focused workshops held around the UK covering
a range of different management issues. CPN members attend these workshops
for free and a workshop report is circulated highlighting the key learning
points and details of the presentations and discussion.
Themes covered by the CPN include: benchmarking, risk and value management,
partnering, whole life costing, IT in construction, supply chain management,
innovation, knowledge management, standardisation, lean construction and health
and safety.
Visit www.cpn.org.uk to find out more
