The Nature of Purchasing: Insights from Research and Practice

This book provides practical solutions to purchasing problems by drawing inspiration from nature,using scientific approaches,and offering step-by-step explanations to address challenges in key purchasing areas. It was written in collaboration with experts from various fields and merges perspectives from theory and practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 313 pages
Publication date: 22 May 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book, crafted with the essence of learning from nature in the realm of professional purchasing, delves into the real-world purchasing challenges faced by companies and individuals alike. It presents practical, hands-on solutions that employ scientific approaches, offering a comprehensive understanding of the core of purchasing. By exploring the inner structure of purchasing, the book reveals the natural way, emphasizing the principles of effectiveness and efficiency derived from nature's inherent laws.

Especially in complex and ambiguous situations, purchasers gain valuable insights by leveraging the broader context provided through recent scientific research. Rather than relying on oversimplified generalizations, the book offers step-by-step explanations, empowering readers to find tailored solutions to address challenges in critical purchasing areas. This insightful work was collaboratively written and enriched by the expertise of professionals in purchasing and logistics, biology, law, economics, human resource development, media, and sports. By integrating perspectives from theory and practice, the book provides natural strategies for purchasers, fostering their ability to navigate the complexities of the purchasing landscape with wisdom and success.

Weight: 516g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030435042
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020