The development and evolution of purchasing practice is a popular topic in the new, revised CIPS syllabus. Here, David Jones explains some of the key theoretical concepts involved
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In the fourth part of our series on negotiating skills, Ian Ford explains the different methods of persuasion that can be used to secure the outcome you want
Big salaries are on offer to purchasing and supply chain specialists - if they have the skills needed for new e-commerce roles and they are willing to take a calculated risk. Mark Whitehead looks at the state of the market and talks to some of the early m
CIPS students can prove their abilities in research and analysis without the constraints and pressures of an exam with an elective project. But they must follow a few rules or face possible failure, says Michelle Gledhill
Sony’s PlayStation 2 is the hottest present this Christmas, but supply shortages have dogged its recent launch. Geraint John gets the exclusive story on how its European operations team has risen to the challenge
The days of drivers waiting months for their gleaming dream machines are numbered. As the automotive industry gets more customer focused, a new initiative is examining whether manufacturers can get the car to the buyer in just three days. Liam O’Brien rep
Candidates will be examined on the revised PSCM II tactics and operations course for the first time in May. Neil Fuller explains what changes have been made, why the syllabus was updated and how this affects students
With over half of a typical company’s total operating costs being spent on goods, works or services, the art of measuring a supplier’s performance is of paramount importance. SM examines the necessary modus operandi
The difference between strategy formulation and strategic management is not always properly understood. Alexis Brooks explains why it’s important to differentiate
What is CRM - business essential or expensive experiment? We investigate today’s most fashionable three letters