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nenivikky

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on: Jun 28, 2018
There are three definitions to aid understanding of some of the similarities, differences, and linkages between purchasing, procurement, and strategic sourcing. Define them, and discuss the differences between the three.

Question 2

Ordering, handling, and shipping are __________ activities.
 a. customer-oriented
  b. product-oriented
  c. marketing-oriented
  d. coworker-oriented


lorealeza

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Purchasing, procurement, and strategic sourcing are receiving considerable attention as organizations try to improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of their supply chains.

 Purchasing: The transactional function of buying products and services. In a business setting, this commonly involves the placement and processing of a purchase order.

 Procurement: Refers to the process of managing a broad range of processes that are associated with a company's need to procure goods and services that are required to manufacture a product (direct) or to operate the organization (indirect).

 Strategic sourcing: Essentially, the strategic sourcing process is broader and more comprehensive than the procurement process. Strategic sourcing takes the process further, focuses more on supply chain impacts of procurement and purchasing decisions, and works cross-functionally within the business to help achieve the organization's overall business goals.

Answer to Question 2

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