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Inspire your suppliers

By S. MARK JONES and KATE VITASEK

Want your suppliers to rally around your corporate goals? Scorecarding can help you shift their focus from the tactical to the strategic.

From the Quarter 03 2007 issue

Sometimes even the most robust supplier compliance program just isn't good enough. Such programs may indicate how well a supplier is adhering to tactical supply chain requirements such as shipping and ordering. But they often fail to provide a complete picture of suppliers' performance or foster suppliers' commitment to long-term, strategic relationships. This was the conclusion that electronics retailer Circuit City Stores Inc. reached in 2002....

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