Understanding the Latest Advancements in Coatings Technology
Selecting Paint is More than Just Aesthetics & Durability Today, aesthetics and durability are not the only considerations when specifying paint. There are several new, unique, and innovative features that are important to understand before selecting product for the next project. Enhanced Indoor Air Quality and Elimination of Odors Technologically advanced paints improve indoor air […]
The Truth Behind the Myths About EMMPs
6 Common Myths Surrounding EMMPs & the Truth Behind Them Over time, studies have explored the universal nature of myth creation. Many scholars agree that their key function is to bridge a logical gap. That said, it’s only natural that there would be countless myths surrounding equipment maintenance management programs (EMMPs). Programs like this, that […]
Video: Why E&I is Different
Not All Purchasing Cooperatives Are Created Equal Jump to Transcript E&I Cooperative Services is different from the rest. Why do we say that? E&I is the only national purchasing cooperative focused exclusively on the needs of the education community. These are very different from state and local government needs. We were formed as a true […]
Smart Technology & Sustainability
How Facilities Managers Can Use Smart Tech to Support Sustainability Initiatives There’s an ancient Greek proverb that states: “A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.” Implementing and nurturing sustainability programs on campus is a great way for educational institutions to plant their proverbial trees […]
Supplier Spotlight: Nikon Instruments, Inc.
An Interview with Jacquelyn Perry, Contract Administration Manager, Nikon Instruments, Inc. For over 100 years, Nikon Instruments, Inc. has been a world leader in the development and manufacture of optical and digital imaging technology for biomedical, clinical, and research applications. As the only microscope company to manufacture its own glass, Nikon Instruments ensures the very […]
Developing Your Diverse Suppliers
It’s More Than a Nice To-Do Developing your diverse suppliers is more than a nice to-do — it’s a business imperative. We all know that social responsibility can be expressed in terms of eco-friendliness — doing the right things, and doing things right (we also call this “effectiveness and efficiency”) — especially when it comes […]
Spend Data in Education
A Flashlight in the Dark If you find yourself walking in a dark room filled with obstacles, wouldn’t you like to have a flashlight? That flashlight is data – it’s what illuminates that dark room so you can get a handle on your environment. In the world of supply chain, you always start with spend […]
Adjudication Services
A Background Check Program’s Hidden Gem A recent HireRight Benchmark Report reveals that the two things keeping hiring professionals up at night are concerns arising from negligent hiring and compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) laws and guidance. Adjudication services help employers ensure that all candidates are measured in accordance with company hiring guidelines. […]
Buying Computer & Network Equipment
Why Resellers are the Answer for Technology Procurement With today’s tight educational budgets and the ever-increasing needs for technology, support operations professionals are caught between a rock and a hard place. How can support staff keep up with the demands of their campus while controlling costs? Fewer original equipment manufacturer (OEM) options and the struggle to […]
7 Reasons to Use Cooperative Contracts
It’s Time to Enhance Your Procurement Strategy As purchasing requirements for education become more complicated and budgeting constraints become tighter, procurement professionals are continuing to seek innovative ways to deliver savings and efficiencies. This is especially true for educational and related institutions. An important resource in the procurement toolbox, the benefits available through a purchasing cooperative […]
