Paul Ericksen

Extended Enterprise supply management was a bit of brilliance from Chrysler.

Demanding individual discounts on bundled part prices is a common underhanded tactic.

Paul Ericksen, IndustryWeek’s supply management advisor, shares his take on the week’s news.

I get choked up with emotion just thinking about this perennial question.

A lean supply chain is what you really need.

Poke a friend in the eye with a stick—and when you need them down the road, don’t assume they will support you.

Supply Chain Management Doesn’t Belong in the Finance Department

How to bring suppliers fully into the inspection process and cut costs—and get credit for it.