There are a number of reasons that suppliers can become over stretched e.g.:
- buying organisation getting carried away with what suppliers tell them they can do
- buying organisation asking them to do more and more
- new contracts being accepted using the same resource
- reduced resources available - through illness, ineffeciency etc
- lack of training and support
- Notice the supplier is over stretched
- Explore the reasons for the over stretching
- Take appropriate action
Which of your suppliers are overstretched and what do you need to do to get them working effectively and efficiently?
Alison Smith
The Purchasing Coach
Sowing the seeds to ensure your suppliers don't overstretch themselves
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