{"title":"Patrick Barr","description":"\u003cp\u003ePatrick Barr’s works delve into the intricacies of business and entrepreneurship, offering insightful guidance on strategic sourcing and effective management practices. His writing combines practical tools with a clear understanding of market dynamics, making complex concepts accessible to both emerging and seasoned professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a thoughtful exploration of strategic decision-making processes, focusing on how to optimise resources and drive sustainable business growth. Barr’s contribution is valuable for anyone seeking to enhance their knowledge of procurement, supply chain management, and the broader business landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"effective-strategic-sourcing-by-patrick-barr-9781398605541","title":"Effective Strategic Sourcing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern supply chains are enjoying new opportunities for innovation and growth. Build competitive advantage, optimise cost, and encourage ethical business practices with the process of strategic sourcing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEffective Strategic Sourcing\u003c\/em\u003e brings together tools and techniques to develop comprehensive sourcing strategies and drive performance and margin improvement in an ethical, environmentally responsible way. From supplier research and risk analysis to category management and cost modelling, it answers key questions around make versus buy, outsource versus insource, and RFI versus RFP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTop supply chain leaders from a range of industries offer their insights and experience in interviews covering the challenges inherent in modern strategic sourcing. The book also focuses on how supply chain and procurement professionals can address sustainability concerns by thinking globally and acting locally, and aiming for net-zero carbon footprint sourcing. Learn from the experts and thrive in the 'new normal' with this essential guide to maximising the benefits of strategic sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48010581278956,"sku":"9781398605541","price":95.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781398605541-effective-strategic-sourcing.jpg?v=1785151970"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/patrick-barr.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}