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Vol. 16, No. 8
August 2005
Features
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COVER STORY
Leveraging Value From Supplier Relationships
Long-term, solid supplier relationships are the foundation for achieving added value and innovation throughout the supply chain.
John Yuva -
10 Missing Links in Strategic Sourcing
Improve the impact of your strategic sourcing efforts through this comprehensive list of areas that may need further development.
George L. Harris, Ph.D., C.P.M., CPCM
Business
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Manufacturing and Non-Manufacturing ISM Report on Business®
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Commodities
This article is not available online.
In Every Issue
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Looking Out and In at Relationships
As supply managers tackle new spend areas, fostering internal ties can be just as important as the supply partner.
Paul Novak, C.P.M., A.P.P. -
Just In Time
This article is not available online.
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Spend Analysis in Excel
Regardless of the method for obtaining information for your company, a spend analysis is a step in your strategic planning that cannot be missed.
Joanne Rainey, C.P.M. -
Selecting an Installation Contractor at WWCO
To find an installation contractor, the decision must be made whether to accept a competitive bidding process or negotiate the contracts.
Alvin J. Williams, Ph.D. -
Antitrust Implications of Joint Ventures
Stay on the right side of antitrust law when establishing joint ventures that involve actual or potential competitors.
Howard Feller, Esq. and J. Brent Justus, Esq. -
ISM News
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Strategies and Solutions
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CAPS Hits Hot Buttons With Its Latest Research
CAPS: Center for Strategic Supply Research turns out the data and information to keep you ahead of the curve.
D. Steven Wade
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- CIPS Members Only Content
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Ethics and Social Responsibility
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- Research
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- Training
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- International
- ISM's Committee on Sustainability and Social Responsibility
- Job Descriptions
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Education - Seminars, Conferences
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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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- DNA (Development Needs Analysis)
- ISM-ADR School for Supply Management Brochure
- Summary of all Program Formats
- Your Dedicated Program Managers
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- Speakers Directory
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Academic/Student Opportunities
- ISM Education Resource Committee ERC
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Professional Credentials
- Frequently Asked Questions
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- Supply Line 2055: Certification Update
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More Career Resources
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- Other Related Information
- The Business Source
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- 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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