1996 Purchasing Today Article Index
Term selected: Case Studies
A valuable reference tool, the Article Index is a comprehensive list of articles that have appeared in Inside Supply Management® (formerly Purchasing Today® and NAPM Insights®) magazine. Articles are organized by subject for easy locating and study.
This analysis offers one solution to the case on a resort's special-order and efficiency dilemmas. However, in any case study, there may be several ways to interpret the information. We welcome your analysis. Please send your comments to: Carolyn Pye, writer,Purchasing Today, P.O. Box 22160, Tempe, AZ 85285-2160, or fax to 602/752-7890, or call 800/888-6276, ext. 3021.
Manpower, goals, and management support all need to be thought through before starting supplier alliances.
How can a materials manager of a luxury resort avoid unauthorized purchases, duplicate orders, and other mix-ups?
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A structured request for proposals, spelling out the specific concerns of a project, is one way to find the best supplier in a limited time frame.
An EDI software freight-forwarding system is a prerequisite for N/J's international business.
What's the best course of action in determining the right EDI-software package?
Should pilot programs for EDI and procurement cards be implemented at the same time or separately?
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Do the cost-savings advantages outweigh the potential cons when merging a firm's purchasing and storage operations?
Should a public works department stick with a conforming bid, or try a newer, but possibly more efficient, technology?
This article is not available online.