Purpose – Recently, focus in strategic sourcing (SS) has shifted from the exchange of tangible goods toward the … the domain of, and operationally test, strategic sourcing orientation (SSO); a management philosophy directed at …

Strategic sourcing is currently one of the most powerful levers for profit improvementand is hence receiving increased … attention from corporations. This research focuseson the key techniques used in strategic sourcing departments and issues faced … inmaking a strategic sourcing procurement decision in South Africa.Large South African industrial and resource companies that …