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A supplier partnership is a strategic process for managing interactions with third-party organizations that provide goods and services to an organization. The goal is to maximize the value of those interactions.
In total quality management (TQM), partnering is a process that develops trust, communication, common goals, and a decision-making/problem-solving process among different organizations.
Supplier partnerships are important for businesses that want to achieve long-term success. Working together with suppliers can improve product quality, reduce costs, enhance reliability, drive innovation, and mitigate risks.
Key elements of supplier customer partnering include: Long-term commitment Mutual trust Shared vision
Topics include: Supplier Relations, Supplier Partnering, Supplier Sourcing, Supplier Selection, Supplier Certification, & Relationship Development.
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