Six Sigma Purchase Specification

Managing the purchasing spend more efficiently can have a direct impact to the bottom line. Six Sigma methods add additional discipline. ...

... "Establishing global networks also has caused companies to look at total cost when pricing items of interest, taking into consideration the additional costs of shipping and import duty. KLM E&M takes this one step further, using Six Sigma tools to focus the specification, the demand and the various supply chain elements. " ...

Via Aviation Week: Purchasing