The value of Social Value in focus!

annagmanns

Nov 14, 2020

1 min read

I have long championed Social Value and the importance of this measure for supporting competition, business growth and community development. A new model of Social Value will go live on 1st January 2021 reinforcing my view of the positive impact this measure can have. Need help in incorporating this into your business? Call me

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