The Boeing Company, which is among the dominant players in the aerospace sector, considered contructinga supply chain architecture that was effective both domestically and internationally, while simultaneously constructing its capacity to enter into arrangements with small and diverse suppliers.
A top executive at Boeing, who was responsible for both corporate provider relationships and small business liaisons, required ensuringthat the strategy that would afford the most best results for the company. Should she adapt supply chain principles to incorporate diversity, or should she see supply chain management as one element in an overall drive to raise diversity at the company? Karen L. Proudford is affiliated with Morgan State University.
PUBLICATION DATE: May 24, 2016 PRODUCT #: W16300-PDF-ENG
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