Strengthening supplier relations is key in a supply chain disaster
🤝 Strengthening supplier contracts is crucial in the midst of a supply chain disaster.
Scarce resources and rising inflation are facing organizations to forge better relationships with their suppliers while supplies are lacking. Being a preferred supplier is like gold in the industry and the supply chains will only be enhanced by effective relationships.
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