Sustainably reducing costs through workplace solutions
- Multi-Academy Trusts face stringent legal requirements to ensure the safety of pupils and staff, especially concerning the handling of hazardous substances under COSHH regulations. [1]
- Fragmented supply processes, increased operational costs and there were no consideration for sustainability or social value benefits.
- MAT was able to increase productivity and decrease their climate impact.
Savings equivalent to two teacher salaries
Supplier engaged pupils in creating sustainable community projects, building wildlife havens and bird boxes, fostering environmental awareness and responsibility.
2857 invoices reduced to 12 annually. Decreasing administrative workload and allowing staff to focus more on educational priorities
70% of products were authenticated and supported by COSHH data sheets, improving compliance with safety regulations and protecting the health of pupils and staff
Implemented monthly management information reports to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), driving continuous improvements in operational efficiency, sustainability, and compliance
36,545 Reduction in delivery mileage
Reduction in mileage resulted in a 14.22(t) decrease in CO2 emissions, equivalent to the carbon sequestered by 235 tree seedlings grown for 10 years
Provided year 10 and 11 pupils with mock interview sessions to prepare them for future employment, enhancing their career readiness and soft skills
We are passionate about achieving social value for our organisation, ensuring young people we serve and our employees are really getting the best, and now our procurement supports this. It has been a fantastic year, thank you to Lindsay, Matt and Emily for their support.
References:
[1] https://schoolsweek.co.uk/key-findings-from-the-dfes-leaked-workload-report/
