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Table of Contents
Vol. 18, No. 8
August 2007
Features
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COVER STORY
Earn More From Dispositioned Assets
Supply management executives who implement asset and investment recovery initiatives can significantly boost their companies' profit.
John Yuva -
Link Up To The Idea Supply Chain
To achieve maximum creativity in your operation, practice the three Ms of innovation: motivation, mandate and mind-set.
Stephen C. Rogers -
100 Years Of "Big Brown" Power
Supply Management Professional Profile
As it begins its second century of operation, UPS now delivers configurable global supply chain capabilities to companies of all sizes.
Lisa Cooling
Columns
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The Best Of The Best
Editor's Page: Supply Management Buzz
A research firm’s "Top 25" companies in supply management provide great role models for all top-level supply chain executives.
Michael Schwanz -
ISM’s International Reach
Executive Access From The Chair
Our organization’s growing network of relationships with other organizations all over the world can only help members whose work encompasses many borders.
Lisa Martin, C.P.M. -
Treat Suppliers Like Employees
Out In Front: Leading People, Leading Organizations
Most large companies have a formal process for training and developing their staff. Doing a similar thing with your key suppliers can work wonders.
Scott Wilkerson -
Mitigate Supply Chain Risk
Tapping Into ... Risk Management — New Strategies
Although there always will be some uncertainties in this profession, these strategies may help you minimize potential crises.
Richard Wilding -
Benefits Of Web Site Auditing
Legal Briefs: Supply Management's Legal Issues
Avoid expensive claims and legal battles by keeping all of the content on your Web site compliant with state and federal regulations.
Mary Dalton Baril -
Create Effective IS Policies
Tech-Know: Tech Issues for the Decisionmaking Supply Manager
These steps will help you reinforce security and build legally compliant guidelines to protect your knowledge investments and allow for future growth.
Joe Boudrie, MCSE -
Keep Your Global Advantage
Ex Propriis: Contemplation And Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
By taking a clear and active approach, supply managers can get a handle on their international operations from anywhere in the world.
Rolando José Saavedra
Departments
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Just In Time -- August 2007
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E-Tool Optimization
CAPS Research: Promoting Supply Management's Best Practices
Industry professionals often struggle with how to use technology systems effectively. These suggestions should help you crystallize your priorities.
Roberta J. Duffy -
ISM News - August 2007
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ISM Report On Business®
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Manufacturing and Non-Manufacturing ISM Report on Business®
Highlights of the Monthly Report on Business® Releases - July 2007 Data.
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Global Business Trends - August 2007
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