International Journal of Purchasing and Materials Management articles from January 1993

International Journal of Purchasing and Materials Management archives from January 1993

The role of materials management in developing time-based competition.
January 1, 1993... Time has been recognized as a critical element of competitiveness in global markets.|1~ A number of firms, including AT&T, General Electric, Hewlett Packard, Northern Telecom, Toyota, and Seiko, have all recognized the importance of shorter...

Small suppliers and JIT purchasing. (just-in-time inventory system)
January 1, 1993... INTRODUCTION Since it was first discussed in the literature, the just-in-time manufacturing philosophy has influenced the teachings and practices of managers, academics, and consultants. Most of the current published material focuses on the...

Cost containment strategies: challenges for strategic purchasing in the 1990s.
January 1, 1993... INTRODUCTION Cost containment management is fast becoming an essential source of differential advantage for firms. Managers are recognizing that a strategic approach to cost containment provides short-term gains while also ensuring long-term...

Purchasing characteristics and supplier performance in maquiladora operations.
January 1, 1993... INTRODUCTION The past 20 years have witnessed a tremendous change in global competitive practice. Much of this change has occurred as new competitors have endeavored to enter world markets and become key economic players. The result has been...

Performance based evaluation systems under total quality management.
January 1, 1993... INTRODUCTION Supplier evaluation systems provide a check on initial selection decisions. Many progressive buying organizations monitor their major suppliers' performances at both the contract and the aggregate levels.|1~ This information is...

Total cost supplier selection model: a case study.
January 1, 1993... INTRODUCTION Defining purchasing's "total cost" role in the supplier selection process has become increasingly important as consumer expectations for both product quality and service change at increasing rates. Implementing an effective...

Global Purchasing - Reaching for the World.
January 1, 1993... This book provides an excellent overview of the subject. It is best described as a "how-to" reference guide for someone interested in getting involved in offshore purchasing for the first time. The book begins with a comparison of domestic and...

Purchasing Strategies for Total Quality: A Guide to Achieving Continuous Improvement.
January 1, 1993... Purchasing strategies for total quality--what are they? Greg Hutchins provides an overview in this easy-to-read book. The book outlines the changes in management techniques and tactics as manufacturing strategies have moved from a...