How to Sell Procurement to Your Organization and Top Executives By Dr. Tom DePaoli Procurement has continuously demonstrated their impact to the bottom line of an organization. It has been well documented and universality recognized. Then why do many companies refuse to take advantage of this cost saving resource? Why do executives still remain […]
By Dr. Tom DePaoli What are some tactics to avoid a supply chain meltdown, especially an unforeseen or calamitous event? None of us wants to experience a supply chain zombie-like apocalypse. Many organizations are starting to use ISO 28000 certification to assist in reducing supply chain risk. I recommend an alternative multi-faceted approach. There is […]
By Dr. Tom DePaoli Many high school and college students are unaware of all the opportunities in the supply chain. Their concept of it tends to be warped by media stereotypes and the lack of career counselors who really understand the depth and breadth of all the possibilities and positions in the supply chain. Many […]
By Dr. Tom DePaoli Most purchasing professionals have skills in purchasing, negotiations, and the materials or services that they buy. Many have certifications. They have dutifully enhanced their skills in all these areas and pursue continuing education. Unfortunately what many organizations value are operations skills, or what they know about the core business and the […]
Growing Up Memories video Growing up Italian in the 50’s My book pays homage to a bygone era, when extended families lived in the same neighborhood and were bound together as a village in an effort to raise their children. Growing Up Italian in the 50’s (ISBN 1467992364) is a compilation of memories from my youth. Some […]
Good Taffy Grand Ma’s house was lots of fun for everyone. This picture was taken in the 1950’s at Christmas where a huge meal with many relatives took place. The entire house turned into a dining room and gifts were exchanged. I am in the very left of this picture, debonair in my cowboy shirt and suspenders, […]
Playing Home Run Derby Home Run We used to play home run derby at a large high school field. However, we used a golf ball instead of a baseball. When the golf ball hit the bat, it would often leave the dimple impression on the bat. We could really drive the golf ball with a […]
My Grandpa was named Liberatore. His nickname was Jake. He worked for almost 40 years on the railroad as a laborer. In those days a small group of men would be given about fifty miles of track and were responsible for the complete maintenance of the track. Transportation was not provided. The crew walked to […]
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84. Forget Humility Brag incessantly about your genius and great skill. Brag to your team and other departments about your great leadership traits. Never stop bragging. Story My colleague had a boss who twenty years previously had saved the company a significant sum of money on reducing freight costs. He constantly bragged about this […]
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