2008 Inside Supply Management Article Index
Term selected: Management Strategies
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.
Nike, Inc.: Supply Management Professional Profile
Nike's innovative talent management program has reduced the cost of contract staffing while adding control of the whole process.
2008 Award Winners: Process
Lockheed Martin's innovative technology solution ensures a healthy inventory of scarce metals and other commodities.
Out In Front: Leading People, Leading Organizations
Like all leaders today, supply management professionals must master softer, more intangible skills, such as the capacity to build relationships and influence without authority.
Out In Front: Leading People, Leading Organizations
When the supply management operation of Royal KPN, a large Dutch telecommunications company, was restructured, quality increased while costs went down. The CPO who managed this project explains how it was done.
Out In Front: Leading People, Leading Organizations
Unfortunately, this centuries-old leadership model is still alive and well today, so be careful that you don't allow your ego to damage your career.
Geography is but one element when examining performance issues between co-located and virtual workforces.
Supply Management Professional Profile: U.S. Postal Service
Strategic initiatives drive dramatic changes at the U.S. Postal Service’s supply management organization.
Out In Front: Leading People, Leading Organizations
Inspiring excellent performances from promising employees in their 20s can be a real challenge, but these suggestions should help you maximize their potential.
Out In Front: Leading People, Leading Organizations
Goals and mission statements don't mean a thing if people can't back up the words with action. Here are several suggestions on how you can encourage your staff to "get it done" every day.
IBM Supply Management Professional Profile
With ideas borrowed from supply chain management, IBM develops an integrated process to find resources to fill strategic positions as the company expands worldwide.