Archive for 2003
Do you know what the hottest toys are this holiday season? Or how much the average consumer plans to spend? Or what gifts most people are hoping to receive? Here are some fun facts:
New software can consolidate information and give procurement managers a more complete view of their operations. But first, managers have to correct faulty business processes:
Most organizations devote a sizeable portion of their budgets to buying services. In this one-of-a-kind benchmarking report, CAPS Research reveals how firms approach and manage their services spend:
As library resources shrink and parts become more complex, designers can spend too much time trying to find the right parts for their designs. Discover how to accelerate the search process:
Procurement and sourcing “best practices” aren’t just for the Fortune 500. Here is AMR Research’s action list for mid-market manufacturers trying to improve business:
Factory activity reached its highest level since 1983, says the latest ISM´s Manufacturing Report on Business. What’s more, manufacturing employment finally snapped its three-year decline:
The purchasing function is undergoing a major upheaval, from the growing role of the Internet to strategic sourcing initiatives. Explore the developments shaping procurement today:
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| Expert’s Corner: How Much Do Manufacturers Value State Competitiveness? |
 Do competitiveness rankings of states’ tax and spend policies influence manufacturers in determining where to locate or expand their operations? The answer is yes, writes GovPro.com’s Michael Keating. (more…)
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