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Table of Contents
Vol. 19, No. 2
February 2008
Features
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COVER STORY
New Safeguards In FOOD SAFETY
With the rising number of imported food products, taking a proactive approach to avoid contamination and costly recalls is more crucial than ever.
Lisa Cooling -
Growing Opportunities In Eastern Europe
With its diverse cultures and focus on business development, this region has become even more viable as a sourcing alternative.
John Yuva -
An Appetite For Sustainability
Bon Appetit Management Company: Supply Management Professional Profile
Socially responsible purchasing and support for local farmers is always on the menu for Bon Appetit Management Company.
Lisa Cooling
Columns
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What Makes A Master?
Editor's Page: Supply Management Buzz
A recent study pinpoints the characteristics that helped today's leaders in the supply management field reach the top of our profession.
Michael Schwanz -
A Time For Reflection
Executive Access To The Chair
As a new year unfolds, I want to thank all of those people who made 2007 such a memorable year for me.
Lisa Martin, C.P.M. -
Behind A Telecom Turnaround
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.
Willem van Oppen -
Compliance Through Technology
Tapping Into ... Logistics — Streamlined Processes
Implementing a global trade management system enables organizations to achieve significant time and dollar savings during the movement of goods and services.
Leon Turetsky -
No More Pencils Or Books
Tech-Know: Tech Issues for the Decisionmaking Supply Manager
E-procurement is helping supply management professionals in higher education move beyond paperwork and into strategic positions in the organization.
Ralph Maier -
Evergreen Customer Contracts
Legal Briefs: Supply Management's Legal Issues
Lessons can be learned from a recent court case involving notification of contract modifications, both for you and your suppliers.
Jane K. Winn -
Know When To Zip It Up
Ex Propriis: Contemplation and Thoughts — (Translated from Latin) "Of One's Own Resources"
Your coworker has confided in you that she plans to leave your organization, but now your boss may want to promote her. Should you say something to your boss, or keep your mouth shut?
Robert J. Hairston, C.P.M.
Departments
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Just In Time -- February 2008
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Information Technology Update
CAPS Research: Promoting Supply Management's Best Practices
This column highlights the key findings of the CAPS Research 2007 Market Basket Report concerning the IT category.
D. Steven Wade -
ISM News -- February 2008
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 - January Data.
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Global Business Trends - February 2008
This article is not available online.
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- National Association of Purchasing Card Professionals
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- Quadrem
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About ISM
- Overview of ISM
- Media Room
- ISM Board of Directors
- ISM Officers Directory
- Affiliate Officers Directory
- ISM Affiliate Web Sites
- ISM Group and Forum Web Sites
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Chair's Corner
- ISM Annual Reports
- J. Shipman Gold Medal Award
- ISM Awards for Excellence
- Supply Management Month
- Association Governance
- ISM Ethical Principles and Standards
- Activity Calendar
- Principles of Social Responsibility
- ISM Position Statements
- Membership
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Members Only
- InfoCenter
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Member Information & Online Tools
- ISM Glossary of Key Supply Management Terms
- Access to CIPS Members Only Content
- Access to Supply Chain Council (SCC) Member Discounts and Resources
- ISM Tool Kit
- ISM Resource Guides
- ContractWare®Net and eTool Agreements
- Address Update Form
- Activity Calendar
- Affiliate Websites
- Group & Forum Websites
- ISM Principles and Standards of Ethical Supply Management Conduct
- ISM Group/Forum Enrollment Information
- Job Descriptions
- The Business Source
- Propurchaser.com
- eVendor Check
- Personal Professional Development Scorecard
- Affiliate Resources
- Career Center
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Affiliate, Groups & Forums
- Affiliate, Group/Forum Award Information
- Group/Forum Enrollment Information
- Group/Forum Enrollment Form
- Groups & Forums Brochure and Flyer
- Group & Forum Case Studies
- Groups & Forums Promotion
- Spotlight on Groups and Forums
- Group and Forum Officers
- Affiliate Web Sites
- Group & Forum Web Sites
- Affiliate Officers
- ISM Officers
- Sign up for ISM's Groups and Forums Discussion List Servs
- Search for Speakers
- Discussion Forums
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Additional Resources
- ISM Resource Guides
- Bid Specifications Database
- Purchasing/Supply Management Periodicals
- Other Web Resources
- Practix - A quarterly Best Practices publication
- ISM's Principles and Standards of Ethical Supply Management Conduct
- Associations/Organizations Useful to Purchasing/Supply Management Professionals
- CIPS Study
- Search Articles
- CIPS Members Only Content
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Ethics and Social Responsibility
- ISM Ethical Principles and Standards
- Principles of Sustainability and Social Responsibility
- Business Case
- Supporting Organizations
- Fostering Sustainability and Social Responsibility Form
- Research
- Articles
- General Resources
- Training
- Assessments
- Metrics and Indices
- International
- ISM's Committee on Sustainability and Social Responsibility
- 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)
- Knowledge Center Courses (Web-based, Online)
- DNA (Development Needs Analysis)
- 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
- Glossary of Key Supply Mgmt Terms
- ISM Resource Guides
- ISM Tool Kit
- 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
- Latest Non-Manufacturing ROB
- 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
- JPMorgan Global PMI Reports
- Other Economic Information
- ROB Release Dates
- ROB Frequently Asked Questions
- ISM/Forrester Research Report
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Career Center
- Your Profile
- Register for the Career Center
- Job Seekers
- Employers' Corner
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More Career Resources
- Job Descriptions
- Job Hunting Sites on the Web
- Job Hunting Sites for Specific Regional Areas
- Job Hunting Sites with Tools Such as Resume Writing Advice
- Careers In Supply Management
- Resources on Relocating
- Salary/Career-Building Resources
- Schools Offering Purchasing/Supply Management Courses
- Academic/Student Opportunities
- Frequently Asked Questions
- CAPS Research
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Tools
- InfoCenter
- Research Tools
- Business Book List
- Discussion Forums
- Directories
- Affiliate Resources
- Group & Forum Information
- eTool Agreements
- ISM's Principles and Standards
- Supply Management Defined
- Other Association Links
- Other Related Information
- The Business Source
- Propurchaser.com
- eVendor Check
- Purchasing & Supply Sourcing Guide
- Access CIPS Members Only Content
- Access to Supply Chain Council (SCC) Member Discounts and Resources

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