Describes the methods of cost management in the supply chain in the Japanese automotive industry. Provides students interorganizational cost management system and examines where the value system is required, and when they can be disabled. Also shows that deal with suppliers. "Hide
by Robin Cooper, Takeo Yoshikawa Source: Harvard Business School 8 pages. Publication Date: October 14, 1994. Prod. #: 195056-PDF-ENG
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