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Implementing Best Purchasing and Supply Management Practices: Lessons from Innovative Commercial Firms
Dec 31, 2001
Commercial Purchasing and Supply Management Practices Can Help the Air Force Reduce Costs
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This research brief draws lessons from commercial practices that may be applicable to Air Force purchasing and supply management with an emphasis on a shift from tactical to strategic thinking and ensuring successful, permanent change.
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