EMBRY RIDDLE LGMT536 4.3 - Discussion: Supplier Management

Post a complete and thoughtful response to one of the discussion topics below:

• Topic 1: Some companies maintain supplier performance in the company's supply base for all the suppliers to compare their performance to other suppliers. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this strategy for both buyers and suppliers.

• Topic 2: BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, and China) and some other developing nations are becoming sourcing hot spots. Discuss the benefits gained and challenges faced by your organization in sourcing from these low cost countries or discuss in general if your organization doesn't source from outside of the U.S.

After posting your response, provide feedback to at least two of your peers in more than one topic area. Review the rubric for detailed grading criteria.