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Discuss the importance of defining expectations and using standardized contracts when sourcing professional services. Why is this different from sourcing direct materials and components?

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Purchasing and Supply Chain Manage...

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Robert M. Monczka + 3 others
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781285869681
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Purchasing and Supply Chain Manage...

6th Edition
Robert M. Monczka + 3 others
Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN: 9781285869681

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