Absolutely agree! ‘Positioning’ for negotiations begins the moment initial contact is made, in whatever manner (phone, website etc.), by whomever (rarely the eventual negotiator). Policies and guidelines for ‘managed communications’ with (potential) suppliers are critical. Response from reader on LinkedIn to the question “The outcome of your negotiations are determined long before you come to […]
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Sun Tzu on why electronic bidding platforms for most vendors are a waste of time by Jon Hansen
October 23, 2013
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Absolutely agree! ‘Positioning’ for negotiations begins the moment initial contact is made, in whatever manner (phone, website etc.), by whomever (rarely the eventual negotiator). Policies and guidelines for ‘managed communications’ with (potential) suppliers are critical. Response from reader on LinkedIn to the question “The outcome of your negotiations are determined long before you come to […]