Author: | Lakemond, N. Echtelt, F. van Wynstra, F. |
Title: | A configuration typology for involving purchasing specialists in product development |
Journal: | Journal of supply chain management
2001 : FALL, VOL. 37:4, p. 11-20 |
Index terms: | PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT PURCHASING SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT |
Language: | eng |
Abstract: | This article develops a configuration typology for purchasing's involvement in product development projects. Six configurations are identified and analyzed, varying in degree of coordination and level of purchaser integration. The configurations are illustrated by five case studies performed in different companies operating in different industries. |
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