Questions from General Supply Chain


Q: Research ISO’s Web site (http://www.iso.ch

Research ISO’s Web site (http://www.iso.ch) and discuss the growth of ISO 9000 and 14000 certification by regions of the world such as Africa/West Asia, Central and South America, North America, Europ...

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Q: Why do organizations have supplier awards program?

Why do organizations have supplier awards program?

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Q: What are the similarities and differences in capabilities of SRM software offered

What are the similarities and differences in capabilities of SRM software offered by i2, Oracle, and SAP?

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Q: What is the difference between purchasing and sourcing?

What is the difference between purchasing and sourcing?

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Q: What is ethical sourcing and why do firms do it?

What is ethical sourcing and why do firms do it?

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Q: What are some common practices or activities of ethical sourcing?

What are some common practices or activities of ethical sourcing?

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Q: Can firms buy functional products in an ethical way? Sustainable way

Can firms buy functional products in an ethical way? Sustainable way? What about innovative products?

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Q: Where do ethical and sustainable sourcing policies come from, in an

Where do ethical and sustainable sourcing policies come from, in an organization?

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Q: What is supply base rationalization, and what are its advantages and

What is supply base rationalization, and what are its advantages and disadvantages?

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Q: What are the benefits of obtaining ethical and sustainable certifications? Why

What are the benefits of obtaining ethical and sustainable certifications? Why would a buyer want its suppliers to have these certifications?

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