Homework: Purchasing and Logistics Integration Benchmark
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Resource: "The Research: Linking Purchasing and Logistics Integration (PLi) to Improved Functional and Financial Performance", located in Achieving Supply Chain Integration, Ch. 5 (page 99), utilize the link above.
Review the research tables and best practices.
Apply the four best practices to your industry, or one of your choice.
Write a 750 to 1,050 words summary suggesting improvements in financial and functional performance based on the four best practices.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.