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International Purchasing Strategies of Multinational U.S. Firms
Author(s) -
Min Hokey,
Galle William P.
Publication year - 1991
Publication title -
international journal of purchasing and materials management
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.75
H-Index - 92
eISSN - 1745-493X
pISSN - 1055-6001
DOI - 10.1111/j.1745-493x.1991.tb00535.x
Subject(s) - purchasing , multinational corporation , business , marketing , key (lock) , industrial organization , finance , computer science , computer security
As the global marketplace continues its relentless growth, international purchasing strategy assumes greater significance for many firms. Nevertheless, relatively few studies have reported on the general practice of purchasing professionals in international purchasing situations. This study identifies and analyzes the distinctive, dynamic, and complex aspects of international purchasing strategies prevalent among the nation's typical multinational firms. The findings should assist purchasing professionals in understanding the key principles of international purchasing and in formulating effective international purchasing strategies for their firms.