Procurement Management Handbook: 3rd Edition

Author: (British) Dai Bian Xu Chunyan et al.
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Publishing Date: 2004-08-01
Features: This book is divided into three main parts. The first part discusses the basics of organizational procurement. We cover the procurement process, how to develop procurement strategies at different levels, how to make "make or buy" decisions, as well as the main contents of financing and management accounting. Finally, we discuss the impact of marketing on procurement when making decisions. The second part provides an in-depth analysis of the procurement department, building on the first part. In this section, we believe that a company's procurement activities can be planned in advance. Not only do activities such as information collection and corporate procurement performance evaluation affect the company's operational level, but the company's structure also influences its operational level. These studies will follow different rule frameworks while showcasing the concern of contemporary entrepreneurs for protecting the global ecological environment and their focus on ethical and moral issues in fierce competitive activities. The final part of the book summarizes and organizes the content of the first two parts, providing a general overview of the practical application of procurement management. We will primarily discuss procurement issues related to natural gas, electricity, and information technology (IT). This section is organized by product categories, focusing on procurement issues often overlooked by small and medium-sized enterprises, universities, and the construction industry in the UK. This book aims to provide procurement professionals with a detailed and advanced tool guide, covering all aspects of procurement, from organizational design to cost accounting, trade methods to legal and ethical considerations. With over 20 authors, most of whom are members of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), the book offers extensive practical experience in procurement, making it highly actionable. It is particularly noteworthy that the book also elaborates on procurement issues in specific industries, such as natural gas, IT, higher education, and construction, providing strong practical references for procurement professionals in these fields. Target Audience: This book is suitable for corporate and government procurement personnel to enhance their procurement skills, as well as for reference use by relevant teachers and students.