“But many purchasing managers’ skills and outlooks were formed 20 years ago in an era of relative stability, and they haven’t changed. Now, however, no company can allow purchasing to lag behind other departments in acknowledging and adjusting to worldwide environmental and economic changes. Such an attitude is not only obsolete but also costly.”
- In what way does procurement have to change or evolve?
- What are some of the obstacles to change?
- How can technology play a role in our transformation?
- What advice would you give the next generation of professionals?
- Do you know who said the above about procurement and when they said it?
Note to self: “plus les choses changent, plus elles restent les mêmes.”
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Posted on September 2, 2023
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“But many purchasing managers’ skills and outlooks were formed 20 years ago in an era of relative stability, and they haven’t changed. Now, however, no company can allow purchasing to lag behind other departments in acknowledging and adjusting to worldwide environmental and economic changes. Such an attitude is not only obsolete but also costly.”
Note to self: “plus les choses changent, plus elles restent les mêmes.”
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