摘要：In many companies, purchasing management has become a key activity able to generate competitive advantage. This paper proposes that for this to happen, the purchasing function must be integrated into the business strategic planning process. Empirical evidence is provided in this respect, and it is also shown that the company's organizational structure plays an important role in achieving such integration.
其他摘要：In many companies, purchasing management has become a key activity able to generate competitive advantage. This paper proposes that for this to happen, the purchasing function must be integrated into the business strategic planning process. Empirical evidence is provided in this respect, and it is also shown that the company's organizational structure plays an important role in achieving such integration.
