Strategic purchasing boosts buyer-supplier relationships and purchasing performance in India.
The article explores how strategic purchasing, supplier evaluation systems, and uncertain business environments impact the relationship between suppliers and buyers in companies. By studying 54 manufacturing companies in India, the researchers found that strategic purchasing directly influences supplier evaluation systems and uncertain business environments, leading to better purchasing performance. This means that companies can improve their relationships with suppliers and achieve better results by focusing on strategic purchasing practices and adapting to uncertain business conditions.