Purchasing And Supply Chain Management Chapter 11

Front 1

Although many firms engage in partnering activities, the specific interpretation of a ___________ or _________ is at best vague.

Back 1

Strategic alliance or partnership

Front 2

Despite the differences in opinions about the size of the supplier base, the major issue remains that a __________ facilitates a reduced number of suppliers ( have to have a reduced number of suppliers).

Back 2

closer relationship

Front 3

Over recent decades, however, firms within the supply chain have begun to realize the advantages enjoyed from sharing of __________, _________, and ______ even competitors, and many modern business thinkers will claim that a more open and relational attitude is not only advantageous but actually essential to maintaining a competitive advantage. (doing all this leads to a competitive advantage)

Back 3

technology, information and planning with other firms

Front 4

Recognizing partnerships between buyer and supplier as a fundamental driver for the success of the Pacific Rim supply chain processes, _______ firms have begun to emulate these supplier alliances.

Back 4

american

Front 5

_____ is present in the supply chain when one supply chain member hinders goal attainment and performance of another (Generally a power issue when this happens).

Back 5

conflict