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Table of Contents
Vol. 18, No. 11
November 2007
Features
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COVER STORY
A Hands-on Approach to Social Responsibility
Today, supply executives are taking the lead in implementing effective practices around the world.
Lisa Cooling -
Make Mergers Work For You
An acquisition presents an ideal opportunity to formally assess performance, and develop a plan to take the supply management function to the next level.
Robert Tevelson -
Cultivate Supplier Relationships
In today's competitive environment, developing strategic alliances with key partners is more important than ever.
Robert J. Engel
Columns
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A Millennial Surprise
Editor's Page: Supply Management Buzz
Today's newest generation of employees hitting the marketplace may be more socially oriented than many people thought.
Michael Schwanz -
A Promising Talent Pipeline
Executive Access To The Chair
Today's teenagers entering college possess surprising maturity, and their attitude and dedication will help them become excellent employees one day.
Lisa Martin, C.P.M. -
Perspectives On Leadership
Out In Front: Leading People, Leading Organizations
In the 21st century, the skills needed by executives to run large organizations are quite different from those considered ideal even a generation ago.
Andrea Charman -
Boost Your Cash Flow
Tapping Into ... Financial Supply Chain — Merging Business Models
By sharing logistical data with the financial arm of the supply chain, organizations can cut costs and achieve greater efficiencies in the movement of physical goods.
Robert J. "Bob" Bernabucci -
Data's End Game: Risk Prevention
Tech-Know: Tech Issues for the Decisionmaking Supply Manager
Breach prevention is a necessary prescription for organizations seeking to eliminate old data and keep it from falling into the wrong hands.
Robert Houghton -
Letters Of Intent That Work
Legal Briefs: Supply Management's Legal Issues
Developing one of these documents can be boiled down to one basic rule: Simply let your "yes" mean "yes," and your "no" mean "no."
Allen L. Anderson -
An Invitation Too Good To Turn Down
Ex Propriis: Contemplation And Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
Hitching a ride on your supplier's jet to their all-expenses-paid conference sounds glamorous, but what might this rock-star treatment really "cost" you, ethically speaking?
Ernest G. Gabbard, C.P.M.
Departments
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Just In Time - November 2007
This article is not available online.
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A New Study On E-Procurement
CAPS Research: Promoting Supply Management's Best Practices
It's a given that electronic business tools and technologies continue to evolve as the supply management function itself becomes more sophisticated.
D. Steven Wade -
ISM News - November 2007
This article is not available online.
ISM Report On Business®
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Manufacturing and Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business®
Highlights of the Monthly Report On Business® Releases - October 2007 Data.
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Global Business Trends - November 2007
This article is not available online.
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About ISM
- Overview of ISM
- Media Room
- ISM Board of Directors
- ISM Officers Directory
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- ISM Affiliate Web Sites
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- Frequently Asked Questions
- Chair's Corner
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- J. Shipman Gold Medal Award
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- Supply Management Month
- Association Governance
- ISM Ethical Principles and Standards
- Activity Calendar
- Principles of Social Responsibility
- ISM Position Statements
- Membership
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Member Information & Online Tools
- ISM Glossary of Key Supply Management Terms
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Additional Resources
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- Practix - A quarterly Best Practices publication
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- CIPS Members Only Content
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Ethics and Social Responsibility
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- Assessments
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- Job Descriptions
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Education - Seminars, Conferences
- Conferences
- Seminars
- Knowledge Center — Online Courses
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ISM-ADR School for Supply Management
- Customized and Standard Training and Development
- Professional Development Seminars (In-house, Instructor-Led)
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- ISM-ADR School for Supply Management Brochure
- Summary of all Program Formats
- Your Dedicated Program Managers
- Request for Professional Development Information
- Speaking Opportunities
- Speakers Directory
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Academic/Student Opportunities
- ISM Education Resource Committee ERC
- ISM Academic Research Support Programs (Grants)
- North American Research Symposium (NARS)
- R. Gene Richter Scholarship Program for Undergraduate Students
- Scholarships Offered by Affiliates, Groups, and Forums
- Colleges and Universities Offering Purchasing/Supply Management Courses
- ISM Approved Programs
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- Exhibiting/Sponsorship Opportunities
- Products
- Publications
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Professional Credentials
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Certified Professional in Supply Management®
- Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity
- Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.)
- Accredited Purchasing Practitioner (A.P.P.)
- Certification Forms
- Work Experience Information
- Credentials Discussion Forum
- Credentials Verification
- Additional Program Information
- International Certification Contacts
- Supply Line 2055: Certification Update
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ISM Report On Business®
- Latest Manufacturing ROB
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- Reports On Business® Overview
- Report On Business® Brochure
- Semiannual Reports
- Seasonal Adjustments
- Manufacturing Data
- Non-Manufacturing Data
- ROB Graphical Data
- Regional Business Survey Data
- How to Respond to ROB
- ROB Online Infokit
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- ROB Release Dates
- ROB Frequently Asked Questions
- ISM/Forrester Research Report
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More Career Resources
- Job Descriptions
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- Other Related Information
- The Business Source
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- Purchasing & Supply Sourcing Guide
- Access CIPS Members Only Content
- Access to Supply Chain Council (SCC) Member Discounts and Resources

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