Gower Handbook of Purchasing Management

The revised third edition of the Gower Handbook and Supply Management emphasizes the role of procurement in driving organizational efficiency and business development, with a focus on generating revenue. It is written by leading practitioners and academics and published in association with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 01 January 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This title, originally published in 2002, has undergone significant revisions and is now available in its third edition. The Gower Handbook and Supply Management presents procurement as a crucial aspect of the firm, requiring a proactive approach to scanning the environment for opportunities and threats. This edition differs significantly from its predecessors, reflecting the substantial changes that businesses have undergone over the years. The book has been streamlined and focused to provide a practical guide for readers, utilizing a purchasing lens to examine the broader business landscape. The primary objective is to demonstrate the potential contribution of purchasing to organizational efficiency and business development. In particular, the emphasis on purchasing's role in generating revenue has become increasingly prominent, reflecting the growing demands placed on purchasing directors' time and efforts. Written by renowned practitioners and academics, this book is a collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply. It is destined to become a classic in the field, offering valuable insights and guidance to professionals in the procurement industry.

ISBN-13: 9781138733305