Begin by briefly describing the organization you will be analyzing. Include at least this information: What do they do$,$ what is their overall strategy for competing in the marketplace, how big are they? Feel free to hide names if confidentiality is an issue.

Describe the purchasing objectives of your company based on the discussion that begins on page $42$ of your book. List at least two strategic and two tactical goals.

Do you think these goals are appropriate? What would be better goals that would serve the company better? Recommend at least one additional goal.

Based on the discussion that begins on page $119,$ describe the internal integration of the procurement function of your organization. For two functions in your organization, describe the various linkages and flows that promote this integration. Use exhibit $4\mathrm{.}1$ as a guide.

Do you think a sufficient level of integration exists? What additional linkages would you want to see? Describe at least one.