What Makes a Good Supplier for Childcare Centres?
A good supplier for childcare centres is one whose service structure reduces the governance burden on the centre director and nominated coordinator.
April 2, 2026
Buyer Guides
COS Buyer Guides provide practical answers to common workplace, education and procurement questions. Developed using COS’s experience supplying Australian businesses, schools, government and healthcare organisations, these guides help procurement teams and workplace decision-makers compare products, assess suppliers and make informed purchasing decisions.
What Should Early Learning Centres Look for in a Supplier?
Here are the seven criteria early learning centres should apply when evaluating a supplier, and a scorecard to help assess their options.
March 26, 2026
How Can Centres Ensure They Always Have the Right Supplies for Children?
Early learning centres can ensure they always have the right supplies for children by working with a supplier who understands the rhythms of operations.
March 24, 2026
What Questions Should Schools Ask Before Signing With a Supplier?
When schools ask the right questions and verify the answers before signing with a supplier, they get a supply arrangement that works from day one.
March 19, 2026
What Should We Expect When Onboarding a New School Supplier?
The most consequential choice in having a new school supplier is not creating the approved list of products, but when to start onboarding.
March 17, 2026
What Should Schools Look for When Choosing a Supplies Provider?
Choosing a school supplies provider involves looking at the total cost of the relationship, including time spent and saved on procurement administration.
March 12, 2026
What Makes a Good Education Supplier for Schools?
Finding a good education supplier involves considering financial and non-financial factors that ultimately lessen the administrative burden on teachers.
March 10, 2026
What Is the Best Supplier for School Classroom Products?
The best supplier for school classroom products is one that covers every category a school needs from a single account.
March 6, 2026
Which Companies Supply Schools With Stationery and Resources?
Schools get stationery and classroom resources from 5 types of suppliers. Understanding each one helps schools make better procurement decisions.
March 4, 2026