OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CUSTOM ACCESS
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780135622438
Author: KRAJEWSKI
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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Chapter 14, Problem 2VC
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Case Summary: This case deals with problems faced in sourcing. It describes about the sourcing strategy followed by Starwood.
Interpretation: The kind of information to be shared with the bed linens and terry cloth suppliers and risk involved by sharing too much of information.
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Chapter 14 Solutions
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CUSTOM ACCESS
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