The online and instructor-led workshops have been built to deliver the same learning objectives and outcomes. Upon completion of this workshop you will be able to…
- Describe why it’s critical, to the growth of the Canada’s economy, that Canadian businesses help grow Aboriginal business sector.
- Position your organization to benefit from supplier-based opportunities that enhance diversity and local sourcing.
- Build a business case that will support increased sourcing from Aboriginal suppliers.
- Cite the key elements, philosophy and guiding principles of an Aboriginal procurement strategy.
- Define how a company qualifies as an Aboriginal business.
- Review procurement practices for barriers to Aboriginal businesses.
- Introduce adjustments to sourcing practices that will increase the percentage of goods and services sourced from Aboriginal businesses; while maintaining equitable practices and long-term value:
- Bid solicitation
- Bid evaluation
- Contracting
- Order Fulfillment
- Quality Assurance
- Strengthen links between First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities and community economic development.
- List techniques and tips to help you develop a list of Aboriginal businesses that will meet your procurement needs.
- Identify key considerations when creating various supplier arrangements (preferred supplier programs, joint venture agreements, strategic alliances with Aboriginal businesses located on reserve lands).
- Cite key elements of an Aboriginal Supplier Capacity Development Program.
