Innovation is moving beyond goods and expanding into service companies. Intangible assets, such as patents, trademarks and copyrights, require unique sourcing activities to be successful. Due to stakeholders’ changing demands and needs as well as the complexities of our global economy, the function of supply management continues to shift into a more strategic role within organizations. In this ISM supply management sourcing course, you’ll learn how interdependencies between sourcing, supplier relationship management, category management and contract management can drive a strong need for integration and alignment. You’ll gain critical and advanced sourcing skills to apply on the job and to help you advance in your profession.

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