Purpose – Buyer companies’ engagement with suppliers varies according to their specific business needs. Prior models of supplier classification are based on the dimensions like product specification or criticality of purchase. As the supply chains are embracing collaboration among partners...

Purpose The aim of this research was to study collaborative practices with suppliers in multinational manufacturing companies operating in India and to develop a framework for collaboration with suppliers. Design/methodology/approach This study adopted a four-step mixed-methods approach that...

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify the latent constructs of various barriers affecting Six Sigma implementation in Indian industries. Design/methodology/approach Literature review resulted in 15 frequently reported barriers in Six Sigma implementation. An empirical survey of 168...