Business competence development

Cost analytics - let's get to the hard facts! Economies in virtually every corner of the globe have experienced several supply shocks in recent years (e.g. energy raw materials, electric cars from China), and more are ahead (e.g. rare earth export limits from China, trade tariffs and trade wars). The pressure to optimise costs, maintain competitiveness...

Prospects, challenges and strategies for 2026-2035 The years 2026-2035 will be a watershed in terms of increased investment in renewable energy sources (RES) in Europe. According to forecasts, the European Union will invest around €100 billion in the development of photovoltaic farms, wind farms and energy storage systems during this period. Poland plays a strategic role in this plan....

BATNA in practice: How alternatives shape high-stakes negotiations Before any negotiation, it is worth asking yourself a key question: what happens if I do not reach an agreement? This applies whether in business, politics or international relations. Negotiating power flows from alternatives The more options we have to choose from, the stronger our...

Hybrid project management in B2B purchasing: An agile approach Constraints and obstacles to effective purchasing strategies B2B purchasing is becoming increasingly complex due to the regionalisation of supply chains, geopolitical uncertainty and increasing regulatory requirements. Traditional purchasing models - based on rigid contracts and long-term supplier relationships - often do not...

Back to hard power: the end of partnerships in business? Until recently, the business model was based on values such as collaboration, inclusivity and sustainability. However, geopolitical and economic changes point to a return to hard realities, where efficiency and strategic advantage are paramount. In such a world, do companies still...

Negotiations à la Donald Trump - style, controversy and lessons for business Donald Trump arouses extreme emotions, but one thing is certain - his negotiating style deserves analysis. But should we judge him as a typical national leader or rather as an experienced businessman? His approach is far from traditional diplomacy, but...

Developing a purchasing strategy - physical or intellectual effort? When dealing with the development of a purchasing strategy, we very often come across cases where purchasing staff put a lot of effort into preparing analyses and collecting data. On the surface this looks like solid work, but in reality it often lacks real benefits....

Digital transformation in purchasing strategy: directions for change and benefits for organisations. In an era of rapidly evolving technology, digital transformation in purchasing strategy has become an indispensable part of business strategies. Modern digital solutions are impacting the efficiency of purchasing departments and entire organisations. Here are the key directions of this transformation. Firstly, process automation. ERP systems...

The future of negotiation and its role in achieving business success In today's competitive business environment, negotiation plays a key role in achieving success. So how can you use advanced negotiation techniques to benefit your business? In this blog post, I will discuss three key areas where innovation is changing the way you negotiate. Negotiation based...

ESG and negotiation. Nowadays, with sustainability and social responsibility becoming increasingly important, companies need to adapt to the growing expectations of customers, investors and society. Business negotiation plays a key role in achieving these goals, especially in the context of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). In this blog post, we will look at...