Quick reads
Short reads on what’s happening in procurement, contracts, and legal.
Practical insights from our daily work.
Welcome to Enerlex!
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Addressing Industry Challenges with Purpose and Expertise
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Legal. Procurement. Contracts.
Three words that should create structure and clarity.
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We focus on the intersection of law and procurement in complex sectors like offshore energy. Where decisions carry weight, time is tight, and risks are real.
Our approach is clear:
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Simplify
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Focus
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Build
We combine legal insight with procurement pragmatism not just theory, but practical advice, support in processes, and cohesion for the teams doing the work.
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I truly believe that most of the answers are already in the company. We support on connecting the right people, structuring the thinking, and building systems that stick.
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In this section you will find what we see in the industry: Trends. Red flags. Patterns worth noticing. Practical thoughts from real projects short reads designed to help you think, adjust, and act.
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Thanks for being here.
Sincerely,
Celia

Procurement is strategic, not admin...
​Why treating the procurement department as paperwork processors costs you millions.
Procurement is often treated as a support function.
Get the contract signed, tick the compliance boxes, move on.
But in projects where scope creep, delays, and claims can spiral, procurement is the first line of defense.
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Strong contracting foundations help prevent disputes.
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Clear scoping reduces variations and resources leak.
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Timely involvement leads to thoughtful selection of subcontractors and brings better partners on critical packages.
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Procurement is not admin. It is strategic.
Handled well, it protects your margin and your reputation.
Start by asking:
Are we treating procurement as a partner, a risk mitigator, a value creator or a paper-pusher?
How are we liaising with procurement to work effectively with them and not around them?
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Procurement is one of the most connected functions in any organization regularly engaging with business units, project teams, and support functions alike.
If you haven’t reached out to them in a spirit of collaboration, try doing so out of sheer curiosity.
You might discover practical insights that help you work smarter, solve problems faster, and make better day-to-day decisions, no matter your role.
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