Chapter $3$

Qn$.1$: Write a brief policy statement that presents a position on the need for utilizing more diverse suppliers. What are the features or characteristics that your policy statement should have?

Qn$.9$:$$Consider the elements of the code of conduct developed by Caterpillar in Sourcing Snapshot: Caterpillar's Code of Conduct. What are some specific examples of purchasing behavior that would violate elements of this code of conduct?

Chapter $6$

Qn$.2$:$$Why has supply management traditionally not been involved in the corporate strategic planning function?

Qn$.10$: Supply base optimization must occur before long$-$term agreements can be put into place. What are the implications of this statement?

Chapter $7$

Qn$.1$:$$Why do organizations commit the resources and time to evaluate suppliers before making a supplier selection decision?

Qn$.5$:$$What are some possible indicators on a supplier visit that might determine whether the managers in a company are forward looking and or whether the company is capable of becoming a best$-$in$-$class supplier?

Chapter $8$

Qn$.1$:$$Why should a buyer be concerned with monitoring and managing supplier quality performance?

Qn$.10$:$$What are the differences between TQM and Six Sigma quality approaches?