"The Purchasing Handbook has been comprehensively revised and updated. The Sixth Edition of this industry standard purchasing/supply reference provides accurate, up-to-date information concerning every aspect of the field of purchasing and supply management. From development of supply strategies to the impact of e-commerce and the Internet, this no-nonsense handbook provides all-new viewpoints on every decision that confronts managers in their day-to-day purchasing activities."--BOOK JACKET.