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Using Sustainable Procurement to Unlock Future Value in the Construction Industry

October 7, 2021

As the world cautiously emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, construction firms are poised to play a central role in the post-pandemic economic recovery and lead future efforts to mitigate climate change. However, only those companies capable of monitoring sustainable business practices through their supplier networks will be well-positioned to capitalize on the post-COVID construction boom ahead.

This ebook considers the challenges that construction companies have experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic and presents an outlook on how firms can position themselves for future growth and operational resilience.

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