Developing Specifications

What is this workshop about?

Getting the specification right prior to undertaking any purchasing exercise is crucial to a successful outcome. This course looks in depth at the development, production and management of the product or service specification.

As a result of attending this workshop, delegates will be able to:

• Understand the key aspects of specification writing
• Recognise and involve key staff in the specification process
• Write a product or service specification that is fit for purpose.
  

Who will benefit from this workshop?

All staff who are responsible for managing or writing product or service specifications.

Programme Content

Part 1 - About Specifications

What is a Specification?

• Needs and function
• General considerations - dos and don'ts
• The five rights of purchasing
• The contract management process

Types of Specifications

• Functional and performance specifications
• Risk and innovation transfer in specifications

Who Should Write the Specification?

• The development triangle
• Users, suppliers and procurement
• The role of third parties

Quality Control and Management

• Managing and updating specifications

Part 2 - Content and Construction of Specifications

• Specification structure and layout
• Tips on writing specifications
• Additional documentation
• Content of specifications

Workshop Exercises

• The water bottle/office folder
• Writing a checklist for specification design
• Writing a specification
  

Workshop Trainer

Bryan Jones - Associate Training Consultant: Bryan is a supply chain career professional with experience in manufacturing industry, local government, health service supplies and professional training. He set up Supply Chain Projects in 1996 which undertakes a range of consultancy and training projects in the UK and overseas. Brian has a BA and is a Corporate Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply, and the Institute of Logistics and Transport.

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John Oliver - Associate Training Consultant: John is a career Supply Chain Professional with over 30 years experience in purchasing, contracts management and supply chain development. In recent years he has been an associate of Supply Chain Projects and has undertaken two key roles:
- Preparation of course material, trainers notes and delegate packs
- Course delivery associate with SME's and corporate organisations

John has a BSc and is a Corporate Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

Workshop Dates and Pricing

All workshops, including lunch and a comprehensive delegate pack, are priced at:

£195:00 + VAT for PfH Members
£245:00 + VAT for Non-Members

Booking

To reserve your place at any of the workshops, please download the booking form and send by fax to 01457-869361 or by post to:

Katie Bishop
PfH
Bleaklow House
Howard Town Mill
Glossop
SK13 8HT

Alternatively, this workshop can be run in-house. Content and structure can be tailored to the specific requirements of your organisation. Please contact Gordon Hinchcliffe for further information on t: 01457 891974 or e: ghinchcliffe@cel.co.uk.