Perhaps the vendor could become an acquisition target, or companies could invest in the development of additional suppliers to help expand the market and create room for competitors. If these options ...

Tools to help you manage your vendors and suppliers We examine some leading vendor management systems. Written by Charles McLellan, Senior Editor July 5, 2017 at 7:10 a.m. PT ...

Editor’s Note: Norman Katz, president of supply chain consultancy Katzscan Inc., writes a monthly column for Supply Chain Management Review.Katz’s column appears on the third Monday of each month.

Vendor management can be handled as data from various sources is added to the system, including contract dates, contract details, vendor supplier contact information, vendor communication records ...

In any relationship, it's important that all parties have the same expectations and understanding. Here's how to tell if your suppliers are vendors or partners, and why the distinction matters.

Unfortunately, American institutions often view the supplier as a necessary evil, to be dealt with mechanically on the basis of price and delivery promises alone. The sole […] Skip to content ...

Tighter collaboration and more efforts by tech vendors and their manufacturer partners needed to eliminate harsh working conditions rampant today, watchers say. Vendor-supplier partnership key to ...

Vendors can change suppliers at any time, so don't ever feel too comfortable with your arrangement. Stay competitive and improve your product and your relationship with the vendor to remain a ...