Beschaffungsmanagement. Chancen und Risiken von Global Sourcing

Study paper from 2020 in the field of Business Administration - Procurement, Production, Logistics, Grade: 1.7. Language: German. Abstract: This paper presents the fundamentals of the procurement strategy for global sourcing and discusses the opportunities and risks from various perspectives. Furthermore, these factors are further broken down and evaluated for medium-sized enterprises. The aim of the paper is to provide medium-sized companies with an overview and to offer recommendations for action. In times of globalization, the world economy is changing rapidly. It is no longer uncommon for individuals to easily access the vast array of goods available worldwide. Therefore, it is increasingly important for companies to ensure their economic viability and remain competitive in the market. The topic of global sourcing is coming into focus.