In the world of business, vendors and suppliers are essential components of a company\'s success. The relationship between a company and its vendors can determine whether it thrives or fails. However, building strong relationships with vendors is not always easy. Many companies struggle to maintain healthy relationships with their vendors, which can lead to missed opportunities, lower quality products and services, and even damage to the company\'s reputation.
The book begins by exploring the fundamentals of vendor management, including how to select and evaluate vendors, how to establish clear performance metrics and reporting guidelines, and how to manage vendor risks. It then moves on to discuss more advanced topics, such as how to foster a culture of collaboration and partnership with your vendors, how to encourage innovation and creativity among your vendors, and how to build personal connections with your vendors.