Leverage all volume and suppliers

Negotiate aggressively from a fact base

Ensure competition

Evaluate total cost

Source from global market place

Develop strategic suppliers

Pursue continuous shared cost elimination

Hone contract lengths and stagger expiration dates

Review supply markets quarterly for savings opportunities

Leverage consortium-buying opportunities

Create “rolling” multi-year contracts with strategic partners

March 29, 2000
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