Essentials of Enterprise Procurement Operations: Based on ERP, SCM, and E-commerce

Author: Xie Qinlong et al.
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: After China's entry into the WTO, domestic enterprises face direct competition with international counterparts and must adhere to the rules of the global economic game. Previous practices such as localization, regional protectionism, administrative intervention, and tax incentives have become violations of the WTO's "National Treatment Principle." Procurement activities have shifted from domestic selection and enterprise-led decision-making to global sourcing and adherence to international trade practices. The relationship between procurement and suppliers will also undergo significant changes, such as delayed payments, contract modifications, and contract disputes, requiring a transformation in existing concepts and approaches. Procurement activities not only concern cost control but also impact a company's external business ethics and commercial reputation. The level of procurement management has become a crucial component of a company's core competitive advantage. This book distills the authors' recent research findings and years of experience managing multinational corporations, combining practical insights from domestic and international enterprises over the years. It provides an accessible yet in-depth exploration of the management and practice in the unfamiliar yet dynamic field of procurement, offering valuable teaching materials and real-world case studies to help us meet the challenges of the WTO and quickly catch up with management advancements.