Fusion21 in collaboration with Valueworks win the categories 'best purchasing initiative by a smaller organisation' and 'best contribution to corporate responsibility' at the CIPS awards.

The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Awards designed to celebrate and reward excellence in the field of purchasing and supply management.

Over the last three years, the awards have grown steadily in popularity and are now an established event in the UK purchasing and supply management calendar.

Valueworks is honoured to have played a role in Fusion21 securing two awards in the categories 'Best Purchasing Initiative by a Smaller Organisation' and 'Best Contribution to Corporate Responsibility.'

Judges Verdict:

'It engaged business and a local community to solve mutual problems in a location with high unemployment' All this was achieved, gaining national recognition, significant cost savings, higher standards and a sustainable solution for public sector housing.' CIPS award for 'Best Contribution to Corporate Responsibility'.

'In an industry where breaking the mould can be difficult this team has harnessed the buying power of smaller enterprises to compete with the big guys to the benefits of its community and customers.' CIPS award for Best Purchasing Initiative for a smaller organisation.