Networks

Network Chairs - Martin Kirby, Business Stream & Duncan Trubody SPX Flow

A dynamic network of people who are committed to excellence, continuous improvement and best practice within the Order to Cash process.

Our member organisations are all at different stages of their Shared Service evolution and come from a wide range of industries, which brings a wealth of experience, breadth and variety to our sessions. Join us for Hot Topic discussions, industry trends and member spotlights – and above all, the opportunity to meet and talk to like-minded professionals facing the same challenges you are.

Network Chairs - David Boothman, The Co-operative Group & Magdalena Makin, J.Murphy & Sons

The FA&R Network is energetic network of professionals who are passionate about controls and reporting by adding value. A diverse network that enables collaboration, sharing of knowledge and experience and continued conversation about people, processes, systems, change and management/statutory reporting. 

Our member organisations are all at different stages of their Shared Service evolution and come from a wide range of industries, which brings a wealth of experience, breadth and variety to our sessions. Join us for Hot Topic discussions, industry trends and member spotlights – and above all, the opportunity to meet and talk to like-minded professionals facing the same challenges you are.

Network Chairs - Jenny Roberts, Place for People & Lisa Dennis, SPF Flow Europe

The HR & Payroll Network has been established for many years, and is one of the most popular and largest SSF UK Practitioner Networks. Whether you’re looking to bounce ideas off others, find out how other organisations have solved a common problem or discuss what technologies other people are using, being part of the network is a great way to share ideas and keep up to date. 

Our member organisations are all at different stages of their Shared Service evolution and come from a wide range of industries, which brings a wealth of experience, breadth and variety to our sessions. Join us for Hot Topic discussions, industry trends and member spotlights – and above all, the opportunity to meet and talk to like-minded people facing the same challenges you are.

Network Chairs - Scott Worth, Central England Co-operative & Robert Lancaster, Premier Foods

The Digital & Operational Excellence Network shares insight and practical experience of how digital transformation is changing the operational and strategic ambitions of SSCs and GBS units and how they are adapting new digital processes, what challenges they have come across and how they are coping with the ever increasing advancements in technology. The network seeks to stimulate discussion and share knowledge around robotic automation processes (RPA), future developments in artificial intelligence and all other relevant topics. It also focuses on supporting the drive for continuous improvement, operational efficiency and effectiveness. Specific focus on core lean six sigma methodology, the changing world of technology, benefit realisation, people and capability requirements.

Our member organisations are all at different stages of their Shared Service evolution and come from a wide range of industries, which brings a wealth of experience, breadth and variety to our sessions. Join us for Hot Topic discussions, industry trends and member spotlights – and above all, the opportunity to meet and talk to like-minded professionals facing the same challenges you are.

Network Chairs - Diane Bamford & Paul Wilkins, The Co-operative Group

The Purchase to Pay network is made up of a group of professionals who are passionate about developing a greater understanding of all things Purchase to Pay. The network provides a stage to gain an insight into cost savings, AP, driving process improvements, reporting, technology and best practice.

Our member organisations are all at different stages of their Shared Service evolution and come from a wide range of industries, which brings a wealth of experience, breadth and variety to our sessions. Join us for Hot Topic discussions, industry trends and member spotlights – and above all, the opportunity to meet and talk to like-minded professionals facing the same challenges you are.