The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply joins the better payment practice Group

The Better Payment Practice Group (BPPG) has welcomed The Chartered Institute of Purchasing And Supply (CIPS) as its latest member. The Institute will be represented by Melinda Johnson, Head of Policy & Representation.

Supported by the Small Business Service, the BPPG was set up in 1997 as a partnership between the public and private sectors to campaign for a more positive payment culture in the UK. Melinda joins representatives from other leading trade bodies and business organisations.

Peter Rowe, Director General of the Institute of Credit Management and member of the BPPG said: "We are delighted to welcome Melinda to the Group. Purchasers have an important role to play in agreeing the payment terms at the outset of a contract and in ensuring that they are acceptable to, and can be met by, the customer company. Prompt payment is good for the reputation of the purchaser and good for the cashflow of the seller. Melinda's involvement with the Group will provide valuable help to buyers and sellers alike."

Melinda added: “I look forward to working with the Better Payment Practice Group and hope that by becoming involved with the Group, CIPS can help to promote good payment practice amongst our members and the wider business community.”

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