Abstract
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to focus on a neglected dimension in strategic sourcing – security. Design/methodology/approach The paper describes two vignettes which illustrate different kinds of security breaches and discusses securing strategic sourcing efforts. Findings The paper points to the need to seriously consider the security dimension in sourcing agreements. Originality/value This paper will hopefully raise awareness to the security dimension in the context of strategic sourcing.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 288-292 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Strategic Outsourcing |
| Volume | 1 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Sep 19 2008 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Risk analysis
- Sourcing
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Management Science and Operations Research
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Desouza, K. C. (2008). The neglected dimension in strategic sourcing: Security. Strategic Outsourcing, 1(3), 288-292. https://doi.org/10.1108/17538290810915326