Coping with the pressure: The shifting preferences of procurement managers during periods of pressure and risk

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Procurement managers tend to look towards collaboration to help supply chain firms during periods of high turmoil and risk. Financial slack moderates these attempts at collaboration.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2023), "Coping with the pressure: The shifting preferences of procurement managers during periods of pressure and risk", Strategic Direction, Vol. 39 No. 10, pp. 14-15. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-09-2023-0114