Opportunities for innovation

Opportunities for innovation through local government procurement - A case study of Greater Manchester

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In today's economy, local authorities are being expected to do more with less. Tight financial constraints leave local authorities with a difficult balancing act between ensuring good quality and  more efficient public services. Public procurement can be a good way of increasing efficiency while minimising the impact on frontline public services.

This report explores the opportunities for innovation from local government procurement, with a special focus on Greater Manchester.

Published
May 2010

Author
Dr Elvira Uyarra, Manchester Institute of Innovation Research