Appalachian State University - SCM 3660 Chapter8 1)Compare the traditional and contemporary roles of purchasing

Appalachian State University - SCM 3660

Chapter8

1)Compare the traditional and contemporary roles of purchasing. What are the major differences between the two approaches?

2.         Identify and describe the critical success factors needed in the procurement process.

3.         Describe the differences between the make-or-buy decision vs. the outsourcing

decision.

4.         What are the major functions that must be accomplished in the purchasing process? Before the purchasing process phase, strategic decision areas must be addressed. These include: product

5.         How does the purchasing function change at different levels of the supply chain? Purchasing is seen along the entire supply chain. It all starts with the consumer wanting to buy a final product.

6.         What potential problems can be encountered when a company chooses to

outsource?

7.         What are the intangible costs associated with offshore outsourcing?

8.         What items would you consider in evaluating the total cost of ownership (TCO) of a

product that is completely outsourced to a company in China?