August 2007
The Purchasing Agent as a Change Agent
One of the first things that we learn as new purchasing professionals is that we are empowered to act as agents for the entities that we represent. The...
Green Light for Green Vehicles
The government vehicles on the road today soon will seem as quaint as the horse and buggy. Government purchasers and fleet managers are leading a quiet...
Practical Tips in an Uncontrollable Environment
If the news that oil prices are at an all-time high seems like the same old story, youre right. And market factors suggest that fuel prices as well as...
Managing in 3-D: Data, Diversity and Dollars
High on the list of anxiety-producing issues for government officials is ensuring that disadvantaged subcontractors meet federal and local diversity mandates. No less important is the guarantee that subcontractors accurately reflect the diversity of the local community. ...
Marks on Management
Management by objectives (MBO) is a systematic and organized approach that allows management to focus on achievable goals and to attain the best possible...
Saving in the Secondary Market
When buying something used be it sporting equipment, a car or electronics most of us want the best products at the most affordable price tag. Its no different...
Sourcing in the States
Like many newly elected governors, Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty came into office in 2003 determined to make state government run more efficiently. Pawlenty...
The Perception Gap
I cant think of a better place to write my inaugural editors note than at the National Institute of Governmental Purchasings (NIGP) 62nd Annual Forum...
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